Rhaegar covered my body with a towel and took me out of the bathroom, putting me on the bed. He removed the hair covering my face and wiped the tears from my face. He frowned and kissed my forehead.
" I'm sorry," he muttered, kissing me again.
I brought my hands to my face and inhaled. I felt uncertain about life and void. I was nullified, and I hated feeling this way.
My mate tried to hug me, but I coiled away, not wanting him close for a while. His heart hammered in his chest, and he looked fearful. I didn't want him to think he did something wrong. I just needed some time from him.
' I think I want to be alone for a while,' I croaked.
" Nalya, I don't-" he began to protest, but I stopped him
' Please, I need this. Just for a while,'
He nodded, frowning. He gave me clothes,
