Jasmine widened her eyes when she heard what Caleb said. Was he jealous? She chewed on the side of her cheek, blushing furiously, and even though she didn't raise her head, Caleb clearly saw how she reacted to his words and it pleased him incredibly.
All these years she had considered him a monster and tried everything possible to forget about his existence. Now he was calling her his mate, claiming her right in her presence. Even though he didn't say it directly to her, the impact it had on her heart was no less. She strangely felt happy about it because it gave her a sense of safety and warmth, and despite her current nervousness, she felt she was home – where she originally belong.
After dinner, Jasmine followed Jenny out of the hall as if something or someone was chasing her. She was
