“But you will be,” he insisted. “We need to figure out how that will work.” “We do not,” she replied, pushing past him. “I am not going to become your Ward.” His brow furrowed. “Of course you will.” “No, I won’t. I saved him for you. Or I’m trying to. But even if I hadn’t, I wouldn’t bind myself to someone who doesn’t want me. I would never force you into something you do not want.”
