Jackson caught Elle's arms and dragged her back against him, pressing his mouth to her ear. "Stop now, Elle, or I swear I'll knock you out. You aren't killing yourself over him. Stop now, damn it." Elle slumped against him." Don't let my sisters touch me. Too dangerous. And I can't bear if they feel what I feel. Promise me." Blood pumped out of her nose." Only you, Jackson, no one else. Swear it or I keep going." Jackson closed his eyes. "I swear it, Elle.