Chapter 9: Rowan's Scheme

"Robin, I think you should refrain from having contact with me. If others see us being together, I'm afraid, things will get complicated." I said and stepped away from him.

He frowned and tried to reach me, but I raised my hand to stop him from moving closer. "Ar—"

"Robin, please do me a favor. Please also consider my feelings. I feel uncomfortable with this setup. We were hiding like we did something illegal. Is being your mate illegal?" I said in an aggrieved tone. I feel... wronged, and it's like a bitter pill to swallow.

Robin stared at me in silence. His jaw clenched as if he was having inner turmoil. His expression slightly changed, but he quickly masked it with iciness.

This is the Robin I knew from the rumors... a cold-blooded person.

My hands tremble as I compose myself. "Please, Robin, you have to choose between your mate and your fiancé. I can still bear the pain of losing you when I still haven't caught feelings towards you." I said in a solemn tone.

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