Nevertheless, Daniela chose to listen intently.

"Don't you see, all I have to do is bide my time?" Daniel expressed enthusiastically, giving hand gestures. His head tilted toward Daniela, staring into her eyes, not backing down or showing a hint of indecisiveness.

No, he was certain.

"Wow, so you are serious about rejecting your mate?" Daniela finally asked.

"Yes, I am," Daniel answered, not missing a beat almost before she finished her question.

"My plan is simple, sis; I would not get myself entangled in anything with anyone and simply wait."

Daniela stared at her brother as if he had grown two horns. She could not help it. She snapped,...