As Reyes quickly let go of Christine, she stared at him for a second, her eyes searching for answers. But Reyes' face was a mask, revealing nothing. With a slight nod, Christine turned and left his office, leaving Reyes feeling frustrated and confused.

Reyes knew that the mate bond was acting up, and it was getting more frequent by the day. With time, he wouldn't be able to hold himself back again. The thought sent a shiver down his spine.

Feeling tired all of a sudden, Reyes left his office and drove himself home. The silence in the car was oppressive, and Reyes' mind was a jumble of thoughts.

As...