I Reject You

Rose's heart was still racing, the whirlwind of emotions swirling inside her as she tried to process everything. Kieran's words hung in the air between them, heavy with finality.

"Wouldn't that be cruel?" Rose asked quietly, her voice shaky.

He raised an eyebrow. "Maybe. I will try to let her down gently, but I still want you to witness it because I want to prove to you that I meant what I said," he said.

Rose felt a rush of conflicting emotions flood through her as Kieran spoke, his words resonating in ways she hadn't expected. She had never anticipated being in this position, standing between him and his mate. It made her heart flutter.

"Alright," Rose said softly, trying not to look too happy. "Let's go."

Kieran smiled, but it wasn't the triumphant grin she had half-expected. Instead, there was a quiet intensity in his expression, as if he too was feeling the gravity of what was about to happen. He stepped closer, his hand brushing against hers.