#Chapter 16 Learning Trust

Elena’s POV I don’t dare to continue looking up at King Harvey. I’m not brave enough to meet his powerful gaze. I don’t want to die in the disappointment in his eyes. I know he said I did good, but I don’t believe him. He must be saving face with the other werewolves. “Elena, I am King. You are to look at me when I speak to you.” King Harvey says to me sternly, yet not in a rage. He sounds patient. Lowering my head for a moment, I take time to regain my courage and look up at him. “I am sorry, King Harvey.” His brown eyes gaze down at me with adoration, and I freeze. “Well done, Elena. I have never met a human that tries as hard as you. I meant it when I said good job. A good King does not lie, Elena, especially to his mate.” “…I feel unworthy, King Harvey.” King Harvey nods. “Trust that I have picked you, Elena. Trust me.” King Harvey smiles at me genuinely and I know it is a rare smile. “Thank you, King Harvey.” I have no energy to blush; I just wish his wor