Selene's POV
"That's not important," I shrugged. “What is important is that I am not leaving Victor. Not now. Not ever."
The witch tilted her head, studying me with those ancient eyes. "Even if your fated mate appears?"
"Even then," I said without hesitation. "Victor was willing to die for me. He threw himself in front of a silver blade to save my life. What fated mate could ever match that? What bond could be stronger than someone proving they would sacrifice everything for you?"
"The fated mate bond is powerful, Selene. More powerful than you can imagine. It's not something you can just ignore or push away."
"Then I'll fight it. I'll resist it. I don't care how powerful it is. I've made my choice."
"Have you?" she asked. "Or are you just afraid?"
"Afraid of what?"
"Of being hurt
