Chapter 33
Tabitha's POV
The moment our mate bond was cut off, I, unexpectedly, felt a sense of relief. However, what followed was the pain in the wound.
Walking out of the Council of Elders, I almost fell to my knees on the steps.
Luckily, my girl Gloria helped me in time. After steadying me, she yelled at Derek, calling him a cheater and stuff.
I couldn't help but worry about her.
Derek was notorious for his cruelty. Would she be punished for disrespecting him? And how was I gonna stop him, after I was rejected?
Yet to my surprise, Derek did nothing more than merely glance at Gloria coldly.
I pulled Gloria, trying to get us out of there as soon as possible.
"Wait."
Derek's voice sounded from behind.
I turned around, staring at his sullen face.
"What else do you want from me,
