285 Coward

She seemed determined to tell him her secret, even daring to go against his orders.He could only sigh and turn to look in her direction. The way she pursed her lips made her cute despite her obvious anger. It was a strange thought to have given the situation.

'Can I really let her be a part of my life?'

That was the question that had been haunting Arlan for the past few days. 

Ever since he learned that Oriana was his destined mate, he felt sorrow and fear rather than joy and relief at finding his better half. It was more than mere denial of their connection. 

To accept Oriana and start seeing her as a woman…

There were too many complications aside from that dragon soul existing inside him. He did not even know where to start explaining.