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"I want to go home."

I let out a lower tone. My throat was hurting like hell. It was like I screamed a lot today. It became harsh and painful.

"Don't you think we should tell everything to your mom?" Debra asked as she looked at me carefully.

"No!" I replied immediately.

I did not want to hurt my mother. She had been waiting for my mate more than me. She wanted me to settle into my life with a mate who would protect me.

Little did my mother know that my mate would be the one who would humiliate me in front of everyone.

If I told her about the rejection, she would break down completely. I could not see tears in her eyes.

"Why not? She will understand you," Luke said.

"No, guys. Please, listen to me. She will be heartbroken after learning this. There is no bond between me and Ian now. So talking about it to my mom would unnecessarily bother her, which I don't want."

"She's right. Aunt will be upset. It can affect her health too." Abigail supported me.

My friends agreed with me about not