[Thane’s POV]
Elinor looked confused by my explanation about mates and who I actually am. She remained silent and unresponsive, though a few times she shook her head, dismissing her own thoughts. Her face was so cute; she looked like a curious child. Yet, when she got an answer, she dismissed it with childlike thinking. I almost couldn't hold back my laughter at how adorable she was.
When our eyes met, Elinor tried to confirm my words by squinting her eyes. I smiled, and then she said, “No, it’s not possible!”
She was clearly expressing disbelief in what I had said.
“What’s wrong, my dear? Do you want to ask me something?” I asked, trying to get her to speak rather than keep her thoughts to herself.
I preferred seeing her talk with a racing heart. It meant she was either excited or in
