-Selene- I hated it—the self-loathing. It wasn’t just because I couldn’t tear my eyes away from this magnificent male who made my heart race, though not literally. The machines confirmed that my heart was beating normally, and my pulse was steady. It was also because the self-loathing reminded me of my own struggles. “I’m not so sure that’s true,” he said. “But it is!” I protested. I shifted slightly, meeting his gaze. His yellow eyes were filled with deep sadness, and I hated seeing him like this. “It’s sweet of you to say, but it won’t change my mind,” he replied. “Then you’re as stubborn as James,” I said with a hint of a smile. I could see my words had surprised him a bit, but then a smile played on his lips. “Of all the people to compare me with, you chose that fool?” “Well