82. Foul Play

|| Lilac’s POV || “Yes, Kael,” I said, my tone sweet but firm. “Look at Alexander and Madeline. They just met, yet they seem so much in love. I want that for myself. I hope you understand as you know how it feels. A life long relationship fades away before the bond, isn't it?” I paused, letting my words sink in before adding, “And I’ve promised myself that I will save my everything for my mate only.” That's right, idiot. You have a mate so go to her! I yelled in my head. The room was silent, the tension thick enough to cut with a knife. Kael stared at me, his expression a mix of shock and anger, but he quickly masked it with a forced smile. “Of course, Lilac,” he said, though his voice was strained. “I understand.” I gave him one last smile before walking away, my heart pounding in my chest. As I passed Alexander, our eyes met, and I swear I saw a smirk on his lips. He nodded once, a silent acknowledgment that he had my back if anything went wrong. I gave him a small smile in return, r