Even though she wouldn't see him, he gave a nod and let the topic of Dominique drop. She was right. He listened to her, working her muscles as she talked. It possibly was. He wasn't like Kristopher. He'd never even made the effort to take only from the willing. He was too much the predator. And yet, every good predator had a protective side for those they were loyal too. "They aren't what you're used to dealing with, nor are they familiar to you. It would make sense for you not to trust them entirely."
His fingers moved to travel down her spine a little, working the muscles as he went lower. "You feel bad for running or for not trusting them?" His voice held mild curiosity, but nothing more.