Before King Kai could leave the office, he paused, a conflicted expression etched on his face. He turned to Tay, his posture tense but his voice measured. “You told me that Maya is the one for you. Then tell me, what is the point of your harem? It’s a blatant disrespect, not just to her but to the sanctity of a mate bond. Have you considered how the presence of those other women affects her?”
Tay tilted his head slightly, his lips curling into a faintly amused smile. “I assure you, Maya knows my reasons.”
Kai’s jaw tightened, his voice rising as his anger got the better of him. “I doubt she can truly keep calm knowing her mate surrounds himself with others! If you truly care for her, stop accepting tributes!”
Tay’s amusement faded as he sighed and rubbed his temple, clearly weighing his
