Chapter 59

He is looking at me, his eyes cautious.

" I want to see him," I say, holding his breath. What is he thinking?

" I just want him to accept my rejection, and you can throw him in jail, or something," I clarify. He seems relieved to hear that. What was he thinking?

" He's outside. However, he refuses to accept your rejection," Bruce says. I hate Connor, and my anger towards him grows when I hear that. I clench my jaw.

" So, what'll happen now?" I ask, worry lacing my voice.

" Don't worry. He will accept your rejection, or he'll live his pathetic life in constant torture," Zuriel says. He seems determined. My hand flies to the constantly itching mark on my neck.

" And this?"

Zuriel runs a hand through his hair, a little hesitant. Why is he hesitant now?

" My mother says the old mark will fade away once you are marked by another man whom you accept," he answers. My heart is still for a moment. Zuriel is the man I accept. He's the one I want. However, is he ready for that kind of comm