Chapter 116

VALENTINA “It's stupid!” Andres groaned out as he walked beside me. His voice was low, edged with a restraint which I could feel clearly. I didn’t say anything. “Why does that moron have to trespass on my territory?” He fumed again. His hand tightened around mine as we walked down the marble corridor leading to the meeting hall. Still, I remained quiet. “Is it even necessary?” He finally turned to me. His frustration was pulsating deeply within his veins, and as his mate, I could feel it deeply. Finally, I paused and glanced up at him. My lips twitch into a soft, assuring smile. “Considering how he tried to help me back in Simon’s fort, yes, indeed. Besides, he only wanted to see Andres. It's just a meeting.” His jaw flexed, blazing golden eyes darkening like clouds threatening rain. “It doesn’t mean he has no intention of causing harm.” "I know." And stepped closer to him, cupping his cheeks, I tiptoed and brushed my lips against his and looked him in the eyes, "I am not denying your