Chapter: 1916

She cut him off. "Then perhaps you should reflect on why I might spend my Life with you yet remain unwilling to accept you fully. My request stands. If you agree, reach out. If not... The temporary antidote you provided will only last another month. Anyway, I won't seek you out again."

Before Ryan could respond, his phone rang. Glancing at the screen, his expression tightened.

Bethany tried to catch a glimpse of the caller ID but couldn't from her angle.

“What? A man? Did you catch him? Alright."

As he ended the call, Ryan stood abruptly.