ROMAN POV
I dismount, approach Darrick with respect,
"Thanks for letting Claire go with us," I say, gratitude in effect.
Darrick nods, resigned, "No problem, Roman," hollow tone,
My eyes narrow, sensing something's not quite shown.
"Darrick, is everything okay?" I ask with concern,
His gaze drifts to Rose, longing in his eyes, forlorn.
"No, Roman," he...