Chapter 14

"What did you say?" Upon hearing me, Blake’ eyes widened.

"I said I’ll stay," I gripped my hands tight and repeated with a clearer voice.

Blake’s eyes lit up like someone who have seen the sun after the prolonged winter. A smile beautiful smile bloomed on his lips, making my heart waver. Then, he reached out to me, clearly wanting to hug me.

I looked at Blake with a frown before taking a few steps back, avoiding his touch. I rubbed my ears, feeling a little awkward.

"But I'm only staying to help remove the poison," I quickly emphasized. Although I said I would stay, it wasn’t because I have forgiven Blake and accepted him again as my mate. I only wanted to detoxify him.

Blake’s hand froze in midair, his face suddenly turned blank. After a couple of seconds, Blake finally withdrew his hand.

"And after that?" Blake carefully asked me.

"I will leave," I answered.

Blake’s expression instantly fell. The hope that just flickered in his eyes disappeared and was replaced with pain and sa