It as so painful, hearing her ask him that and having no idea what to do. Dipping his head, the male placed an adoring kiss on Sydney's warm lips. "I will never let him hurt you again." He whispered against her. He was going to murder him. Rocking her slowly against him, he closed his eyes and nuzzled her neck. "I promise. It is in the past. There is only me and you now. No pain."