#Chapter 55: The Mate Debate

If I look offended, it’s because I am. Alex recoils at my expression, and now it’s his turn to stammer.

“Uh…yeah…no, I—I didn’t mention it because it’s not important right now.”

He squints his disapproval at Tala, but her demeanor remains soft and warm, like she knew what his reaction would be and is unaffected by it.

“I disagree,” she replies. “Don’t you, Cynthia?”

“I do!” I place my hand on Alex’s

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