Chapter 50 – Ella Demands Answers
Ella
The rest of the evening passes without further drama, but as far as I’m concerned, the night has been a wash. The procession through the city’s old quarter would have been magical at any other time– with the traditions, music and palpable gaiety of all those around us. If I’d been able to focus on anything other than my thoughts, I’m fairly certain I would have fallen in love with the occasion, but I wasn’t able to give the events the attention they deserved.
I’m exhausted by the time we’re finally free to leave, thinking that I’ll certainly need an extra-long nap tomorrow even as I climb into the back of the limo. I’m distracted and grumpy, and when Sinclair slides into the car next to me, I vacate my seat, choosing the one facing him instead.
Sinclair arches a brow, but doesn’t move to stop me. “You’re angry with me.” He assesses simply, eyeing my crossed arms and stiff shoulders.
“What was that all about, Dominic?” I inquire, trying not to get too carried away in my temper.
“What, with the Prince?” He clarifies, as if the answer isn’t completely obvious.
“How did he know I haven’t been marked?” I demand, “And how long have you been aware he knew?”
“You know it would be a lot easier to talk if you were over here.” Sinclair coaxes, patting the seat beside him.
me within arms reach and the next thing I know I’m being soothed into complacency by his soothing caresses, cozy warmth and gentle
at the bonfire. I don’t know how he found out you haven’t been marked, but he made it clear he planned on using that information against us. So I told him the same story we
clarify. “Why, because you didn’t find the right time? Or because you didn’t plan
tell me, though I shouldn’t be surprised.
agreed we would be a team from now on? I thought we were supposed to be
insists, looking as though it’s taking great restraint not to reach for me. “I just didn’t think this was something you needed to
this? What if a reporter had asked me about the mark already knowing your answer, our entire plan could have fallen to pieces because
later, but I miscalculated. I really wasn’t expecting the Prince to make an
are making all the calls, all
easily for me. I’m trying, but I’m not used to consulting anyone else on this sort of thing. Change doesn’t happen overnight.” He frowns. “That’s not a copout,
doesn’t seem patronizing, it is patronizing.” I
He counters sternly. “Patronizing implies superiority. I don’t think I’m better
just a human and next to shifters we’re primitive, tiny, weak and slow. And on top of all that you’re the wealthiest, most powerful man in the pack. How could you
It was handed to us by the Goddess. Yes, we’re more advanced, but not due to our own virtue.”
things – or mentioned my positive attributes beyond my beauty. This isn’t even the first time Sinclair has made this kind of speech, making me feel valued for the person I am rather than the good looks I lucked into. I feel as though he truly sees me – and I’ll be dam ned
respond to that.” I admit shyly, my voice
me with warmth. “You’re a far better person than I am, Ella – and you’re going to have to get used to compliments because I have no intention of letting you
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