[Rosalie’s POV]I’m left speechless by Diego’s words and his actions. What was it that this man was trying to get at, and why did they make my insides tingle with anticipation?“I think you may have gone mad from exhaustion.” I offer, refusing to get my hopes up. “Maybe you should...”“Is that what you truly think?” He challenges, leaning closer. “Or are you trying to convince yourself of that?”“I…” I begin, but falter as Diego’s dark gaze begins to swallow me whole.Gulping, I try to ignore the pull beneath my belly button from anticipation. To say I wasn’t attracted to this man would be a lie, but what would happen if I did reach out a hand in an attempt to touch him? Would he actually allow me to do so, or would he shift back to the man who hated me so much?I couldn’t trust anything when it came to him since his personality shifted so quickly.“You’re engaged,” I repeat, trying to draw a line between us as he grows dangerously close.For a moment, neither Diego nor I speak as we
[Diego’s POV]I allow Kate to lead me out onto the street and toward the hut that she was staying in during her visit. When we arrive at our destination and I’m sure that we are out of the view of prying eyes, I yank my arm free of hers.“Have you done enough?” I ask, narrowing my gaze on her.“Don’t tell me you’re mad at me,” she says, reaching out in an attempt to touch my chest but stopping as I let out a growl. “I was just making sure that woman knew her place.”Opening my mouth, I prepare to argue with what she said but stop as I remember that I’ve been doing the exact same—at least, up until this point. However, things were changing with the time we spent together, and honestly, guilt was starting to get the best of me.“Anyway,” Kate continues when I don’t speak. “Was I wrong?”Once again, I want to argue with her, but I know that that was the exact same thing I had said to the woman until now. Once she was done with her purpose, if she wasn’t dead, she would go back to prison.
[Rosalie’s POV]I lay with my back to the door of the hut while keeping my gaze fixed on the window. I know that it is crazy of me to wonder if Diego will appear there again, but I just couldn’t stop the hope that was welling inside of me, especially given his sudden change of heart.Sighing, I slowly get up and make my way over just as a figure appears, causing me to crash backwards.“Ah!” I gasp as my ass hits the hard ground. “What the… Who…”Lifting my gaze, I find Chanel standing there, watching me with a look of amusement. And when I remain silent, her smile just broadens.“Am I not who you were expecting?” She giggles, hoisting herself inside. “That hurts me, dear Rosalie.”Leaning down, she grabs my hands and pulls me to my feet while I remain stunned. Was it that obvious on my face that I hoped she would be Diego? Dammit. I needed to be more cautious.“Forget that pig and fall in love with me.” She sighs, straightening my clothes. “I’ll treat you so much better than him.”Ope
[Rosalie’s POV]Growing quiet, I watch on as Diego and Anthrose strengthen their attacks. It was clear that they were both getting tired from the sweat that pours down their skin and the way their chests heave. However, neither were willing to give up.Gritting my teeth, I try to ignore the cuts that are beginning to cover Diego’s skin from each of Anthrose’s attacks. While I watch on, Hana begins to come alive and let out growls of annoyance over what is happening.‘You should stop them,’ she huffs in frustration. ‘Before he gets hurt too badly.’He. I didn’t have to ask who it was that she was referring to since I already knew. I could no longer deny the attraction and possessiveness I was beginning to feel for Diego. Why was it happening? I didn’t know, but if I had to guess, it was the one thing I absolutely didn’t want to form between us.‘He’s a grown man.’ I counter, trying to ignore her. ‘He can do whatever he wants, and I don’t have any place to tell him what to do.’At my wo
[Diego’s POV]I stare into the eyes of the woman in front of me while they sparkle from the tears she is trying so hard to keep in. Just below them and her nose, her lips tremble, and her throat moves with each swallow she makes.Fuck. How could simply being touched like that reduce her to this? I knew part of it was my fault for the horrible thing I did to her in the beginning, but most of it was due to that bastard she was married to before she met me.“Come on,” I murmur, slowly getting up and reaching out a hand. “We should get you back to healer Murdoch before he comes hunting you.”“Can...” she begins, but stops, seeming unsure of herself. “Can I please stay here?”Stay here. Even after what I did to her in the past, and just now she wants to stay with me? Why did that leave me with such an unpleasant emotion?Did this mean that she was so used to being mistreated that she was fine with sticking beside me even if I decided to continue to treat her poorly?Goddess, it was becomin
[Rosalie’s POV]“Uh… Chanel.”I look up at the woman who holds me against her body as she sits on a fluffy white couch with her legs crossed. In the beginning, I realized the difference in our sizes, but with her holding me like this, I truly felt like a child.“Could you maybe...”“No,” she snaps, tightening her hold. “I’ve already said this, but forget that big broody asshole and become mine.”“But…” I begin, trying not to remember the few times I walked in on them being intimate.Honestly, the way she was acting right now still didn’t make sense to me, but I guess you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.“Aren’t you and Diego... You know...”“What?” Chanel asks, giving me a curious look. “Aren’t we what?”“A couple.”As the words leave my lips, a bark of laughter escapes Chanel, causing me to jump.“A couple.” She repeats between puffs. “Me and that unpleasant fella?”“Then what…” I begin flushing. “You seem to be the only woman he actually treats nicely.”“That’s because we are ch
[Diego’s POV]I stare into Rosalie’s eyes while she processes what it is that I have just told her. I have to admit, her bewildered expression is adorable, and I can’t help but want to see even more expressions from the tiny creature in front of me.As I continue to stare, I can feel my lycan beginning to stir, and that unexplainable draw that I’ve begun to feel starts to bubble up.“If you don’t say something, I’m going to kiss you.” I warn her, leaning in so close that her breath tickles my skin.Eyes widening, she brings her hands to her lips, and I let out a laugh before straightening out.“You didn’t have to reject me so openly.” I sigh, looking towards the door. “I’ll leave you alone to process for a bit. I’ve got something to do.”Nodding, Rosalie doesn’t speak as I give her one last look of longing before beginning to move.Once I’m outside, I let out a breath while wondering what in the hell I’ve gotten myself into. However, I didn’t have time to dwell on this, not when there
[Diego’s POV]The next morning, I make my way toward Kate’s hut, and with satisfaction, I take in how empty it is. Good. She took me seriously, and now I just had to wait to see if she actually blabbed to our fathers about my intentions with Rosalie.Turning, I slam the door shut and make my way onto the street, where the villagers are going about their day. Their eyes follow me as I pass, but I don’t stop. Instead, I head straight for the hut that Chanel is occupying and bang on the door.“What is it?” She growls, appearing with a severe case of bedhead and in nothing but a t-shirt. “What the hell do you want so early in the morning?”“It isn’t morning anymore.” I point out, eyeing her curiously. “Why are you wasting time sleeping in so late?”“Why?” She repeats, looking at me as if I’m stupid. “You know damn well what will happen tonight. I was getting my beauty sleep since I won’t be getting any sleep tonight.”“And who are you planning on visiting to help you with that?” I counter