When they returned to her place, Clyde quickly took the handkerchiefs to the bathroom and washed them diligently. She was amused and waited until he’s done.After they prepared for bed, they talked for a little bit, sitting on the couch. He asked her about her embroidery. Sab took her supplies and showed him a few things.“I’ll make your new ones on the weekend.”“Do you want to go to the lake? Have a picnic? You can do your embroidery there.”“That’s a nice thought.”“We’ll do that, then.”“Shouldn’t I prepare the food, though? You’re always the one bringing the food.”“It’s the least I could do. Besides, you’re supposed to get enough rest during the weekend. I just get the food from the kitchen, anyway.”“Is that so?” She’s still bothered.“And don’t forget, you’re the one who do most of the cooking here. I ate plenty of what you made.”Ah, yes. There is that. Sab leaned into him and closed her eyes.“You should sleep.”“Not yet.” She insisted on staying with him.They stayed that w

Clyde responded to his nonsense. “No. She’s mine. She agreed to be my mate. We’re in a proper relationship.” Truth be told, he’s very much rattled. Never would he have imagined this scenario. He became nervous. To think Sab would have a second chance mate… His heart sank. When he glanced at her, he could tell that she’s most likely affected by the bond. She’s frozen in her place and couldn’t even say a word. Her eyes are trembling and she’s not looking at anyone. Her hands are tightly closed in front of her. He could hear her uneven breathing. He moved his hand over hers and gently squeezed it. He hoped everything will be fine. He hoped she wouldn’t be swayed by the existence of this bond. He can’t… His heart felt uneasy as he returned his gaze on the other man. A growl echoed across the room before this person pounced towards Clyde. Conrad sighed as he evaded. Clyde didn’t want this guy to be near Sab so he met him halfway. Alice went to hold the poor young woman who’s trembling fr

Ah, this. Sab stared at him with awe and wonder.“What?” He was curious of her expression.“You really believe me?” It meant a lot to her. Though she suspected he might have said it before just to pacify her, knowing he’s not suspecting her of lying feels really great. She did consider that he might think she’s lying, that that guy earlier is her actual mate and not her second chance. She’s glad his train of thought didn’t go that way.“Of course. I believe you, Sab.” There was no hesitation, but his heart still ached. Things would have turned out very differently if only he felt the bond and he accepted her years ago.Satisfied, she smiled as she began to contemplate an answer to his question.“It’s not that what I felt back then was weaker… more like I already like you at that time, so what I felt wasn’t very different than my usual emotions. I did feel like rush

Sab dragged Clyde back to her house. He may not have sustained as many wounds as the others, but he still has them. She made him sit down as she cleaned his wounds. On second thought, it probably would’ve been better to let him have a warm shower. There’s dirt on him and his clothes. Sheepishly, she told him, “I think you should take a shower.” Instead of replying, he simply pulled her and kept her in his embrace for a while. She let him and watched his expression. He looked serious and she can’t read his exact emotions. There’s still a hint of anger there, that much she can tell. Clyde tried to remain calm now that that bastard is away from them. He imagined what it would have been like if he succeeded in marking Sab. She felt him hugging her tighter and she randomly began rubbing his back to somehow comfort him. His eyes glinted. He would have killed the bastard. Right now, he’s already tempted to do so. If he can’t be reasoned with and continues to pester them, he might just “a

Sab braced herself but what she expected to happen didn’t come. After recovering from the intense pleasure, she felt dejected. Clyde immediately noticed the way she turned her head away, the absence of her smile, and the sadness in her eyes.It was a reaction he least expected after their mating. He became worried.“What’s wrong? Are you hurt? Was I too rough? Was it bad?” He couldn’t be sure which one it was.Sab shook her head and glanced at him. She tried to smile, “It was nothing.”She wanted to curse herself. Just as she replied, tears came to her eyes for whatever reason. Even she doesn’t know why. Why is she freaking crying?“This isn’t nothing. Sab, tell me.” He carefully wiped her tears away and she forced herself to admit her fear.“You… you didn’t mark me.” Her voice was so low and she couldn’t look at him straight.Clyde audibly exhaled. Oh. So, it’s just this. For a second there, he really thought he did badly. When his brain processed her words, he felt elated and chuckl