Sally POV
Wow.
Who knew that my mate was such a sweet-talker?
My heart filled with warmth and I put my head on his chest to hide the blush that crept up on my cheeks.
Goddess, why did I have to blush all the time?
"I would really like that." I said quietly into his jacket. "Thank you for getting me out of that cell."
"My pleasure."
Elijah patted me on the head.
"I have questions too." I whispered.
He chuckled.
"Shoot!"
I sat up and traced my fingers over his face.
"Why would you risk your life and leave everything behind to become a Rogue? I know that I'm your mate and that would motivate you, but still. You did it without an ounce of hesitation. Why?"
Elijah looked down in his lap and fell silent. I waited for a while.
"I'm sorry Sally. You are so strong and you deserve
