Chapter 190

Prepared, Chaob caught his mate as she slumped, his heart tight with the last glance she bestowed him. She felt betrayed. By him. But didn't she defy him first?

Carlie sought to divulge their secrets, secrets that in the hands of the wrong people could destroy them. He had to stop her from speaking. She knew that and yet, she still intentionally went against their wishes and best interest.

But isn't it my fault too? He'd taken Carlie as his bride, knowing she didn't believe in his gods and didn't hold the same values. Sure, he'd made no verbal promises, but it didn't mean he didn't owe her certain basic expectations, such as the right to request safety for her family and a need to reassure said family. However, some secrets shouldn't leave the jungle. So, when duty to his tribe and duty to his bride converged, which path would the gods have him choose?