-Amber-
My freedom was just a few steps away, though each step felt like an eternity, and my legs pleaded for rest.
“Need help?” the king inquired.
“From you?” I asked as I neared the king slowly.
“If you prefer someone else—”
“No! You can all just stand there and watch me leave. I don’t need any of your help,” I told him harshly.
How awful did I have to be for him to get the hint? I didn’t want to be this cruel!
You know he can’t leave you alone, my wolf reminded me.
Yes, I know we are mates and—
No, forget the mate bond. You are the last hybrid female. Back in the day, they were very protective of us females. Now, think of it this way: we are the last one left. I bet if he could, we would never see the outside again.
Though I understood what she was trying to convey, the though
