" Neil remained silent and nearly as motionless as Alicia had been.
“Neil?” I said, a little unnerved by his shell-shocked state.
“It’s going to be okay. I’ll help you. We’ll make sure Olive’s wishes are honored – that Declan lives a happy, normal life. Once this business with Jill is over, we’ll get you and Declan togheter and –„
“No,” said Neil, suddenly coming to life. He looked up at me sharply, and though his expression was hard, there was a terrible sadness in his voice. “I can’t ever see him again. "

― Richelle Mead , The Ruby Circle (Bloodlines, #6)