FORTY-EIGHT | It Could Be The Truth

"I-i do not believe you. I know you are lying" I said.

"I am not, Xavia. I know how difficult it will be for you to believe this. I could not believe it either. Because I did not expect him to treat his mate so badly"

I sighed. I can't believe what she said. It's difficult for me to believe that Gilbert is my mate and he treated me so badly.

"I-i..."

"I know how hard it will be to accept this. You can ask Arden about it. I am sure he will be willing to tell you everything"

"Does he know that you are going to tell me all this?"

She nodded. "I spoke to him first before coming to you. He wanted to come with me but I could see how sorry he was and how guilty he felt. So, I thought he should talk to you alone when he feels less guilty which I do not think would be anytime soon"

I smiled. "He doesn't have to feel that way"

"Please, can you forgive Arden for..."

I smiled. "I hold no grudges against him. He only followed the instructions given to him"

"Thank you"

I sighed. "Lady Kate..."

"Jus