Anna stared at Reyland, open-mouthed, at a loss for what else she could say or do. This is no longer about me getting him to agree! He doesn’t believe he is worth it! He absolutely doesn’t see any worth in himself as a mate! Anna reflected as her heart sank as she watched the young prince before her. Is this how he really sees himself?! She pondered. Her head suddenly felt light. Reyland was still speaking. “Just like you are about to give me, Anna,” he rumbled. “Wh-what?” Anna stammered. She had not been listening and was now struggling to piece together what Reyland had been saying. “Go home. Don’t come here anymore,” he said neutrally. “No, Reyland,” Anna gasped, suddenly realizing what he was doing. “Please, Anna. Like you said, I’m hurting you,” he continued, starting