Chapter 147: More Than I am

“Alpha Gunner, I know you waited for me, yet we aren't in a relationship. Don't you want to see your mate? We're werewolves, and I do believe that there's a woman who's assigned to be with you.” I muttered with gentleness in my tone. I instantly looked away from him when I noticed his expression turned to disbelief.

“Ashianna, are you rejecting me?” Gunner's tone became scary and full of threat. His breathing became hard, and his eyes gaze turned cold as he continued, “I don't think we need to have a relationship to settle down. We both know each other, and that's the most important part of improving our relationship. I don't want to stick with the friendship you're giving me; I want a deeper relationship with you."

“Alpha Gunner, please don't get me wrong. I know we both knew each other for almost six years, but those years aren't enough for me to know you better. I don't want to risk our friendship to have a romantic bond with you.” I explained with firmness in my voice.

His gaze