"You're allowed to think it's hot," he says. "I understand why." And while he still doesn't think he has it in him to kill, if his father tried to do anything to Harley Malcolm would definitely hurt him. Even if she can protect herself, he still feels protective towards the woman he loves.

"As long as that's the only thing he's stroking," Malcolm murmurs, turning his head to nuzzle her cheek. "You're mine."