“A mate bond?” I say, barely breathing the words out. “But, how?” My head is spinning, coming up with every scenario of what could have possibly happened. This can't be happening.
I felt more connected to him, and I’ve definitely thought him more attractive this morning, more pulled to him, but a mate bond?!
“I’m not sure,” he begins, looking nervous. “Look, I’m so sorry, Celeste. This wasn’t what I was trying to do. Nothing that I read indicated that it could be a possibility. No one I spoke with mentioned it. It doesn't feel exactly like the mate bond was for me before, but it’s very similar. I feel drawn to you, pulled to you. You’re mine to protect, to care for.”
“You were already taking care of me and protecting me, though,” I say, not exactly sure I understand.
He nods,
