Xzavier POV
It took a moment for my words to sink in, realization dawning on Tessas face before she paled. She looked like she might be sick, or passout, maybe both at this point. Everyone knew the stories about mates but it was hard to tell what was going through her head right now. Everyone had their own opinions and I hadn't gotten the chance to find out hers.
I waited for what felt like an eternity before Tessa finally spoke.
" How long have you know?" Her voice was monotone as she spoke.
" Since the very beginning. The doc suspected it, and the more time I spent with you, the more powerful the connection became."
" Why didn't you tell me?" Her question held no indignation but rather hurt.
" I wanted you to have the freedom to choose. You deserved the chance to decide for your
