Beatrice had heeded Lady Gale’s words after she was caught almost in the act with Jonathon. She didn’t mind if they had watched. It had taken so long for her to build trust back with Jonathon so he would feel comfortable being vulnerable with her. Then, it was all ruined. The thought of it made her so angry. That stupid girl ruined everything. Why couldn't she have just turned around and left? If they hadn’t come back, Beatrice would’ve finally bound herself to Jonathon. Once they exchanged blood, Jonathon would never leave her side. It didn’t matter if he wasn’t willing. He would have learned to forgive her. You’re better than this, Beatrice. You have a perfectly good man who would bend over backward for you. Stop wasting your time on Jonathon and give Magnus a chance. He ador

