Cassien's POV
“You let her leave?!” I barked at Riven, who sat in his seat like there was nothing wrong with his decision.
“She was stubborn about it. I couldn't do anything to stop her,” he said, shrugging.
“That is a death sentence!” I said.
I didn't think I cared about Kaelen so much. Yes, she was fascinating. Her scent was enough to drive me insane, but I kept it at that.
I had it in mind that neither of us wanted to be mated with our own reasons, but after returning from a trip to find her gone was enough to tell me those reasons were not strong enough.
“You now care about her?” he asked.
“Did I never?” I asked, taking a seat.
“This is a first. You never get riled up. I can see the worry on your face. That never happens.” He stretched forward, eyes narrowed as he stared at me
