Isabella
I wiped my tears, trying to be brave. I cannot break down now because it is finally getting clear why I have to stay back. I turned around to the betas who were trying to defend Derek against Travis. “You can all leave now, I need to speak to the alpha privately.” I said.
Mason also left with them and when we were alone, I approached Derek where he was sitting. I stopped about two feet away still holding my gaze on him. “Why didn't you say anything?”
“Because there was nothing to say,” he answered instantly and looked at me. “He was right. Daniel made a promise to keep you from getting hurt, and I failed that promise so you can go with him.”
I chuckled, grieved by his response. “So that is your excuse? You know Derek, this attitude won't help you. Why won't you open up to m
