Drake's POV

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I could see the hurt in her eyes. More than anything, the death of her aunt must've hit her the most. My hatred for the unknown mastermind behind all this grew with every second. 

My mate was still angry at me because of the past. That was alright. I would surely make it up to her. 

Still on my knees, I decided to bring forward a proposal. "Yaria, I've found out what happened to you. And.. I'm sorry for your loss."

"I don't need condolences from a viper," she spat, her gaze still turned away. 

"Please, allow me to help you out, find the mastermind behind all...