Chapter 85

VALENTINA "What?!" Rey's reaction was as expected: stunned and bewildered. I was the same as well. “Shut up, bro! Are you serious?” She covered her mouth; her eyes were wide and bulging. "Wow!" Hurriedly pulling her chair even closer to the bed, she leaned over with gleaming eyes, "tell me! Go on!” “Goddess, I knew it! I mean, I have always known you would find an outstanding mate, and you did! Wow! Finally!” She was so freaking excited. I didn't say anything but sat in silence, and soon she noticed it. Her excitement dropped a little as she gazed at me with questioning eyes. “You do not seem very happy about it. What's wrong?” She questioned. Her eyes were carefully watching me. I lowered my gaze. The mention of this mate bond again aroused the disappointment within me. It feels like an unwanted burden to carry. “As I said, it's complicated,” I muttered. “But why? What's the issue, Val?” Rising from the chair, she sat beside me on the bed. “Tell me, Val.” She spoke softly, and it was