Ellie
Frowning, I stare into the mirror. Basic black dress for a fake memorial service. Riley stands behind me. “That is a nasty frown princess.”
“I don’t even like thinking of you dying again so pretending you did in front of so many people is not something I want to deal with.”
“I know. You only have to survive about two hours. We’ll be hiding in the back. If you want, I can link you the entire time so you know I’m alive.” He grins deviously.
“No because I doubt you’d behave.”
“Aww life’s way too short to behave pretty girl.” I laugh at him.
“There, that’s better. I like to see you happy. Remember to pay attention to anyone who stares at you too long.” He runs his finger along the high collar of my dress. My mate mark had to be hidden since he was supposed to have died before he
