Alexander
Jordan's gaze bore into me, a volatile mix of anger and confusion flickering in her eyes. Her anger was justified, and I'd never lost control like this before. Regret gnawed at me, not only for harming a human but also for hurting my mate. I had reinforced her belief that werewolves were monsters, and my actions confirmed her fears. I braced myself for her fury, expecting her to shout or maybe even strike me. Instead, tears welled up in her eyes, catching me off guard.
"What do you mean I have to reject you officially?" she asked, her voice tinged with confusion and vulnerability.
Damn, this was the moment I had been dreading. Though I had brought up the topic, I still clung to the hope that she might not want to proceed with it. "You can formally reject me as your mate by fol
