Chapitre 1072: The Journey Ahead

"Yasmin," Axel called breathily. "Do something!"

"What do you want me to do?" Yasmin asked incredulously. Was he implying that she should prevent the mate bond from falling into place? "We can't go against nature. No matter what it is, we need to embrace it, or we will suffer a backlash."

On the terrace...

Valeria stopped walking when she was only one step away from her target. He had gauze covering most of his face, but to her, he was the most handsome guy ever.

"Hi," she said.

"Hi," he returned the greeting, hating that his voice was nasal. It was not manly.

There was no need for introductions because Valeria and Ethan had known each other since they were little.

Valeria reached to touch his face, and they both jolted when sparks of their bond flared.

"My mate," Valeria said, more to herself, like she was confirming this was real.