#Chapter 408: Fallen Trees & Crushed Dreams

Olivia When we finally pulled away from our hug, I let out a soft chuckle and wiped my tears away. “I’m such a crybaby,” I mused, meeting Nathan’s soft gaze. But Nathan just shook his head firmly. “No you’re not, Liv. It’s partially my fault; I haven’t been the man you need. I’ve been so focused on being an Alpha that I forgot how to be a mate.” I sighed. “Well, I appreciate the extra help,” I murmured. “But I don’t want you to shirk your Alpha duties, either.” As we stood together, Nathan seemed to think for a minute, chewing the inside of his lip. “Look,” he said, “we’ll find a balance. I’ve just got to finish up one thing inside, and then I’ll be back to help you. Does that sound okay?” I nodded. “That sounds fine.” “Good,” he said. “And by the way, I shut down those gossips earlier.” “Nathan, you didn’t have to—” “No, I did have to,” he insisted. “You think I was just gonna stand around and let some gossips talk like that about my mate? Besides, those thr