Chapter 8: Weakening Mate Bond
(Aurora’s POV)
Marcus sat beside me, his hands steady on the steering wheel as he skillfully navigated the quiet streets. The way he handled the vehicle, precise and confident, reflected his nature.
I broke the silence first.
“You know where I live?” The question sounded sharper than intended.
His lips curved slightly, but his golden eyes never left the road. “I make it a point to know things about my... allies.”
I bristled at his choice of words. “Allies. That’s all we are?”
He glanced at me, a flicker of something unreadable in his expression. “For now.”
His answer left me unsettled. I crossed my arms, defensive. “So this alliance comes with surveillance?”
“Call it concern,” he replied smoothly, unfazed by my tone. “I knew you chose neutr
