Chapter 252: IN THE MOMENT

Edeline   “I am sorry. I did not mean to,” he said, his eyes closed as if he were bracing for rejection.   “That is fine,” I managed to say, my voice trembling. “We were both in the moment. It is okay.” I cleared my throat, trying to ease the awkward tension that hung between us. “Let’s forget about this. I am a female mate.”   I did what I could to lighten the mood, hoping to ease the strange feelings bubbling up between us. But as I looked at him, I could see the guilt in his eyes. He looked away, unable to meet my gaze, and I felt a pang of sadness for him.   “I am really sorry.”   His voice was filled with regret. “The memories just made me think.”   I let out a choked laugh and replied, “It is okay. Really. Just go get your kid, Conor. Save her. She is in a cabin on the north side of the land, close to the border and a mile from Pack. You will not even need help. It has a silver lock. Get her out. Bring tools and help.”   As he calmed down, I spoke firmly, wanting him to understan