Dismiss Her

To her surprise, she was brought to be checked by the doctor. While the doctor took care of her wound, her eyes remained glued on her mate, trying to figure out what went through his head.

Such a wound wasn't a big deal. Although there was blood loss involved, Ashlyn didn't consider it a big deal. It will only cause her a short period of weakness.

Leaning against the wall, Elijah stared at the door blankly, not sparing Ashlyn a glance. Although he seemed to be in a deep thought, they didn't translate on to his impassive face.

Did he bring her here out of his instincts as a mate?

Although that disheartened her, that conclusion did rip off all the budding expectations inside her chest. She might have done the same as well in his position.

Once the doctor bandaged the wound, Ashlyn let her shirt loosely hang on her shoulders, over the tank top worn by her. The blood loss made her features pale.

The doctor let them know of the precautions before they were dismissed. Silence was present be