Chapter 41: Rumors Dispelled

Zane’s POV

Astrid?

I blinked, completely shocked.

She thinks…she actually thinks I love Astrid?

I was speechless. What was she talking about? Who gave her that crazy idea?

“Everyone knows it,” she said calmly. “The maids talk about it all the time. And I can see it. I see the way you look at her.”

I opened my mouth to speak but nothing came out. Was she for real? Astrid was my Gamma, nothing more. This was insane! But still, she continued. “I’ll accept your rejection, gracefully. Honestly, I will. And then I can leave. I adore Astrid. I won’t stand in your way.”

She was serious. She actually believed that I loved Astrid. And that I was going to reject her? This was so silly. Whatever gave her that idea? Astrid and I were close, yes, but close like a brother and sister. Astrid was my most respected warrior, a title that she had earned over the years. She was strong and loyal. She led my warriors with an iron fist. I trusted her with my life. I revered her, and was loyal to her, and ado