Dana
Bathel's smile widened, his handsome features illuminated by the warmth of his expression, making it difficult for me to maintain my solemn mood.
"Indeed, what other reason could there possibly be?" he replied, his voice gentle as he reached out to brush a tender hand against my cheek.
"Do you still think about her?" I asked, a nervous energy coursing through me as I bit the side of my cheek, my gaze fixed on Bathel.
He clenched his jaw briefly before his smile returned, a hint of amusement dancing in his eyes. "Are you suddenly feeling jealous of a relationship from years ago?" he teased, reaching out to affectionately pinch my cheeks. "You're just too adorable for your good," he added with a playful chuckle.
"But what about you? Do you believe their pack holds no in
