John followed her to the opposite side of the training ground, where she sat down on a large rock. He was unsure whether she was going to start a conversation or whether she wanted him to when she looked him in the eyes and she had tears brewing.
"John, please sit down a minute with me. I need to tell you how sorry I am, that I have not acknowledged you and our mate bond before now" she started to say and she lowered her head ashamed of how she had been ignoring him as much as possible.
"It's ok Ellie, you have had a lot on your plate, I told you before, there is no rush. I'm here to help and support you wherever you need me" he began as he sat next to her on the rock, resisting the urge to wrap his arms around her.
"I know and you have been great, but I can feel the pain I am causing y
