Chapter 95: 'Does she look like a threat to you?'

ROSE

A few jumps later, we came to a stop and Bell immediately grabbed my wrist, locking it in her grasp, before she jumped off. “You want to come down, you answer my question, Rose.”

“What’s the problem?” Hansel asked, his snout faced me, his eyes watching fiercely.

And Bell pointed at my neck. “I asked her how she got that nasty wound around her neck and she ignored me!”

I continued glaring at the pretty woman in a biker jacket when Hansel sighed wearily. “She can’t talk, Bell. That’s why.”

A few blinks later and the smile was back. “Ah!” Two warm palms cradled my cheeks and her thumbs stroked my skin affectionately. “I’m so sorry, love.”

Don’t call me that, I tried to tell this werewoman with my glare.

But, clearly, she didn’t notice.

“Come on. Let’s take a break.” She helped me down, making sure I don’t pressure my neck too much. “Stay here. I’ll get some water for you.”

“Bell…,” called Hansel, a reminder in his tone.

“Don’t worry. Magnus will understand. She’s wo