Brandon stared down at me for a few moments before a soft smile broke out on his face. If I knew him less, or was a little stupider, I might have fallen for that face. I might have given up everything in my last like to see him smile at me like this. But this time, this time, I wanted to punch him in his stupid, smirking mouth.
“Have you considered it?” His voice sounding hopeful. Too hopeful.
I smiled softly and looked away. “I have. I still want to meet my mate.” I watched his fate fall. “But…” I looked back and leaned in. “I would be open to spending more time with you to see if we are compatible.”
“But if you are waiting for your mate…” He pouted.
I shrugged. “I’m open to possibilities. I don’t know how long mates will take. Never mind second chance, mates.”
His eyes snapped to
