Novelty

Ever since then, she had been treated by Elijah like a mere subordinate. No longer did he stare at her affectionately neither talk to her flirtatiously. It was only strictly business between them.

However, the atmosphere wasn't like before either. There was tension between them, left behind by unsaid words and unresolved misunderstandings.

Because of that, Ashlyn couldn't provoke and mock Elijah like before. She was afraid of staying in his presence longer than needed and maintained distance.

Although it was her idea the entire time for them to separate, hearing those words from him really felt as though she had been betrayed.

She had no right to feel in this manner.

But she knew in her twisted mind that regardless of how much she pushed him and showed him opposition, she wished for him to chase after her, hold her tightly, and love her.

She steeled her heart, repeating in her head how that was impossible. It only made her presence more gloomy and suffocating.

The other werewolves sta