Present...
(Song: Love In The Dark, Adele)
"Rose?" his warm voice sent a jolt of pain through my chest and even though I didn't have the strength to, I took a deep breath and slowly turned around to face him. He looked shocked, hurt and...scared?
"What is it?" Noah asked softly, taking a step towards me. I wish he wouldn't. I wished he would leave somewhere for a few days so I could leave silently and without the stifling pain.
"No...nothing," I answered, unable to meet his eyes.
"Then why did you refuse to come downstairs?" he prompted. "And you do...don't want me as your mate? Is it because I didn't tell you beforehand? I am sorry. I should have asked you. But I...I just wanted to surprise you. Is that it?"
"No,"
"Then what is it?" Noah demanded. "Is it about what happened the oth
