i leaned back in my chair, pinching the bridge of my nose. I was already beginning to regret the decision to end things with Heather. But it was necessary. She had grown too controlling, too possessive, and he couldn't stand it any longer. He needed someone who was my equal, not someone who thought she could control me like a puppet. But despite my resentment toward her manipulation, there was still a pang in my chest for the memories we shared. we had grown up together, after all. But I knew I needed to move on, to find someone who could truly appreciate and support me. And that person wasn't Heather. I needed to find my true goddess-given mate. I took a deep breath, trying to push the thoughts of Heather to the back of my mind. It was time to focus on the future. The mate ball was in a
