"I... I can't get rid of my feelings for you. They don't fade, not even a little. It hurts, Ester," Dave stammered, his voice breaking.
I feel so bad for him, but how could this happen? He has his own mate.
"But what about Yasmin?" Ester whispered, her voice trembling.
It must be hard for her too. They seemed so happy together.
"It has nothing to do with her. Selene—the Moon Goddess—made me this way," Dave replied.
"What do you mean?" Ester asked, uncertain.
"She comes to me in my sleep, telling me about my duty and destiny as king of our kind. A destined king is always gifted with wisdom, able to discern even the smallest decisions' consequences. But there's a cost—our minds can't be clouded by a mate bond. And, Es, I've loved you for seven years. I can't just erase those feelings.
