Lorien’s POV
“Did you tell them you’re my mate? Are you that desperate for attention?” His voice was sharp as a blade, his eyes blazing when they locked on mine.
I shook my head so quickly my vision blurred, lips parting to defend myself. I hadn’t spoken to a soul. I hadn’t even stepped beyond my door. The humiliation and pain had kept me prisoner inside these walls.
Before I could utter a word, Rhael cut me off. “That night must’ve been the greatest moment of your pathetic little life. You just couldn’t let it go, could you? You had to open your mouth after I told you not to.”
“No! I didn’t tell anyone!” I protested, hands rising instinctively in a placating gesture. “It must have been Maeryn!”
He let out a bitter laugh. “Funny. She says it was you. And tell me who do you think I’ll
