Chapter 28

LILA POV

“The same way I should have known you didn't give a fuck about me from the onset, Rune.”

I took a seat on my bed, shutting my eyes and fighting back the urge to sleep. “Good morning, Young Alpha. What can I do for you on the morning of another beautiful day?”

He looked at me, with awe on his face.

“I didn't expect to be asked that question. What did I do, Lila? Does the truth now hurt so much that I shouldn't say it?

Were you expecting me to tell you a lie?!”

I looked up. “You're shouting.”

“My goodness,” he cried and got up from the sofa he was seated in. “I shouldn't have come here, baby. Trust me, this was a big mistake. You know I have things to do, so I should be there and on my way.”

As he walked to the door, I got on my feet. “Do you love me?!” I shouted, watching him turn around.

“Why can't I move to that room with you? Is there something you're trying to hide? Are you certain there is no other woman with you in that chamber?”

He heaved another frustr