“I realize you must be stunned by the great honor I have bestowed upon you since you think yourself unworthy, no doubt. But I assure you that, with all the power you have to offer me, and Aurora’s magic within you, you will be a fitting mate.” “I have no interest in being your mate,” I say bluntly so there can be no misunderstanding. He pauses, mid packing. His back is still to me, and his shoulders tense slightly, drawing toward his ears. “Or your wife. Or being with you for any extended period at all in any way.”
