Chapter 238 Becoming a Rogue Willingly

Leona's POV Soren's expression grew darker by the second, but he didn't lash out. He just stared at me, deeply, as if trying to memorize every detail of my face. He was silent for a while before he finally forced the words out. "Leona, the Moon Goddess's blessing doesn't matter. As long as you agree to be with me, I can overlook everything else." Shock flashed in my eyes. I had never seen Soren so stripped of pride. Not even during our most passionate days had he ever spoken to me in such a submissive way. Only then did I notice the wounds all over him, some still open and bleeding. He had taken every blow without blocking, and his back was already drenched in blood. Even so, I shook my head firmly. I was about to refuse again when a roar came from behind me. "I don't agree to dissolve this engagement!" "Mr. Barnett!" Jasper grabbed my arm in panic. "Leona, now is not the time to be stubborn. Don't argue with Mr. Barnett later. At this banquet, the Alpha has given him the highes