Release her mistakes

"Come now, let's go" Ian said finally releasing her from the hug" We don't have much time left as it is"

His hands held hers as he pulled her along and of course, Xylah's feet betrayed her, they trotted after him mindlessly as they headed for the door. It was only when she saw him open the door that her heart started to race.

She can't do this, she can't go with Ian. His life was already on the line and if they leave like this, then—

No, Xylah swallowed. She wanted nothing more than to run as far away from here as possible and start a new life with her mate, of course. But she knew she couldn't do that.

"I can't come with you!" She used all the strength she had left to scream those words, stopping Ian dead in his tracks. He turned to look at her, his eyes filled with questions.

"Xylah?" His voice broke as his grip on her loosened. Xylah used that opportunity to free herself.

"Yes Ian I'm sorry but I can't come with you"

"But why? Wh–"

"I don't owe you any explanation" her jaw tighten