"Wait a minute babe, let's think about this. I'm not letting you get hurt throughout this mess." The green eyed girl shook her head. "I'm a big girl Lauren. I can take it. You gave me that mark because you felt we were close enough and ready to be connected and so do I. Our bond is stronger now and we can go through this," Normani laced their fingers, "Together." Lauren smiled widely, "Together."