Chapter 41: Attacked

　“Where are we going?” she asked for the unkempt time that evening.

‘You'll see.’ I replied curtly.

“Rakel, are you mad at me?”

“No.” I'm furious that my mate lived a harsh life. We continued walking in silence, which made her puff her cheeks with annoyance.

“Then, will you tell me why you're quiet?”

Again, I ignored her by walking forward. I took a part into the woods, heading to the mountains, making sure to help her along the way. She's running out of breath, I can tell, but she's too stubborn and wouldn't let me carry her, nor get on Ryder. “It would be a long hike.” I had told her. Her reply was… “Even better.” what the hell did she mean by that?

“Rakel, did I do something wrong? Tell me what happened.” She demanded.

I realize I haven't considered my mate's feelings, Delaney. That is what happened. I thought.