How foolish could I have been? From the get go, Connor made his intentions clear. He only sees women as a means to warm his bed. Ever since his mate died, he won’t even let himself feel something for another person. Why did I feel like I was the exception?? I knew I shouldn’t have taken his kindness to heart, but s**t, it felt so real!
I haven’t been able to stop the tears from flooding down my face. Ms. Gunther/Isla almost bombarded me when I made it down the stairs, but I quickly made a mad dash outside and towards the woods. I don’t want anyone to see me like this. I’m just the stupid girl who entangled s*x and feelings… with the w***e king.
“He could’ve at least waited one f*****g day!” I grit out, slapping a branch out of my way. I’ve tripped over roots and been scratched by wild bu
