Mated To My Boyfriend's Dad novel Chapter 193

Chapter 193: Hidden Grief And Regrets

Seeing his mate in tears brought a whole new level of pain to Rhett’s heart. And knowing that he might’ve been the cause of it, made it even more jarring. freewebnσvel.cøm

They couldn’t go on like this. She needed to learn how to confide in him, and he in her. So he’d decided there and then to discuss things with her. A way forward.

He rushed to her side, embracing her gently. He felt her body tremble with sobs, but soon she began catching her breath. The mate bond allowed him to feel her relaxing under his hold. The feeling of having her under his protection was soothing, to say the least.

"Isleen..." He called softly, raising her chin with his fingers so her gaze could meet his. "You don’t have to face any of this alone. You don’t have to live with the pain of Liam’s loss alone. Blood-sucking vampire or not, he meant a lot to you. He was a son to you. You’re allowed to grieve, but what you’re not allowed to do is bury all that hurt and guilt inside you, pretending like it doesn’t exist. Especially when you have me."

After they mated, he felt a stronger pull towards Isleen. Which was why it hurt him that she avoided him without a reliable explanation after the experience.

Isleen finally heaved a sigh, amidst sniffles. "It’s so hard, Rhett. It feels like I’m slowly losing everyone I hold dear. I can’t help fearing who might be next after Liam’s disappearance, especially now that we know he might come after any of them next. I feel so helpless."

He bit his lips, trying hard to suppress his rage. That blood-sucking bastard had emotionally manipulated her for so long! He wished he’d acted on his suspicions sooner, to apprehend him as soon as he noticed something off.

But he couldn’t help wondering if there was more Isleen wasn’t telling him about.

"Is that why... why you decided you didn’t want to see me again?" He asked, silently cursing himself for how vulnerable he felt.

But being vulnerable, especially around his mate, had started becoming a natural thing. She was his safe space. He tried doing everything in his power to ensure no harm fell on her. To ensure she was protected. But time and time again, he felt like he’d failed her. Just like he’d failed Kylo since the day he was born.

Isleen sniffled again, shaking her head. "No. And I didn’t ’decide’ that I didn’t want to see you again. I... I just felt like I’d pushed myself on you and did something I wasn’t supposed to. I regret my actions with you this morning, and I’m sorry."

Rhett shut his eyes, taking in a deep breath. But soon, he opened his eyes, revealing a bright smile. He placed his hands on her face, lifting it slowly until he could peer into her eyes again.

Those watery eyes. Those eyes made him feel like he was peering into another part of his soul.

But then, his gaze wandered her face until they landed on her lips.

"Silly Omega." He chuckled softly, saying those words with such affection that would make the strongest wills crumble. "You don’t have to be sorry about anything. I understand you perfectly. All I ask is that you let me in. Let me feel your pain. Let me take it on myself. Let your pain be mine to bear too. I am your mate, and that’s what I’m meant for, so let me fulfill my duties to you."

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