Chương 249: Carry a Different Meaning

Surely, if shocking her was his aim, he'd achieved it with a flourish. Tuzi lurched upright, her mouth working soundlessly, searching for a response.

She had gotten quite used to having Alpha Taiga at New Moon. The idea of him leaving was certainly not something she'd given any thought to.

Somehow, in the short span of time that he'd been here, she came to see him as part of her home… Tuzi was unsure how to process the announcement that he was leaving…!

Seeing the look of distress upon her face poked his heart with guilt. He hadn't meant to stun her like this. Seeking to alleviate her stress, he reached for her hands massaging them lightly as a silent apology to atone for the unexpected surprise. 

"I didn't mean to say it so carelessly. Yes, I would be leaving– But only for a short period of time. Two to three weeks at most and I will come back for you."