Mia’s POV
I expected this but why did I freeze when I heard his confessions? I was
worried this would happen, especially bringing me to a romantic place
like this. I should have known.
I didn’t know what to say to him and I didn’t want to hurt his feelings
either. But we’ve been separated for a long time and things changed. If it
was the past, I would have probably accepted him.
But the situation is different now. He definitely belongs with Daisy and
not me. I will not betray her by taking the mate she waited so long for
away from her. She deserves to be happy because she’s so good to
everyone.
“You’re not saying anything Mia. I know it’s inappropriate but the
silence is killing me.” He said, breaking into my thoughts.
I looked straight at him, his eyes showed his feelings of yearning and
desperation. I can’t let him continue looking at me like this, yet I don’t
want to throw away the possibility of being with him.
‘What are you thinking Mia? He’s not our mate so he’s not suited for us.
The answer should be no.’ My mate demanded.
She refused to talk to me well these days but always comes out when
she’s not needed.
“Whatever my decision is, you’ll just have to take it. Tristan is a good
guy. Who needs demon mates when you can have a good one chosen
yourself?”
I looked at him, “I’m sorry Tristan. I just don’t know what to say to you.
As you already know, I don’t think this is appropriate. You’re my sister’s
-”
“Mate.” He cut me off, “I know and it doesn’t matter to me. What I want
now is an answer from you without considering the mate issue.”
He wants me to ignore the fact that he has a mate and answer him? Why
does this even feel like he’s trying to cheat her or something? I also hate
myself for not being able to understand my feelings. How can I go
further?
“I can’t give you an answer right now except you already know what I’m
going to say. So, if you could give me some time to-”
“No problem. I can wait for as long as you want. I already waited before,
what’s it going to matter now if I wait a little bit more?” He cut me off
again.
I honestly feel so guilty again listening to his words. It seems like he’s so
determined and nothing I say now will be able to stop his determination.
“Whatever you say Tristan.” I said, looking back at the stars.
I feel at peace with him and it’s not an understatement. I don’t feel angry
when he’s around me and I’m not always thinking of ways to have
revenge. I think he’s one of the best people in my life.
We went for dinner after we were done watching the show and it was a
bit late. He still took me around to enjoy the city scenery which I haven’t
been looking at much because I’ve been busy these years.
After a while of chatting, he decided to take me home. I enjoyed the
evening with him even though I had a lot on my mind, especially with
the issue of his proposal.
“We’re finally here.” he said as he opened the car door for me.
I came down from the car with a smile. “Thank you for taking me out to
see the stars today.”
He nodded, “though the thanks should be directed at your cousin, I can’t
help but feel selfish and accept it.”
“Then… we should see later?”
“Yes, I’ll give you a call when I arrive later. Don’t worry.” He gave me a
hug before I could say anything and walked back inside the car.
I waved at him and watched him leave before going inside. I didn’t expect
to find Daisy waiting for me in my room. I almost jumped when I turned
on the lights.
Did she change her mind? Is she now mad at the fact that I went out with
him? This is why I told her I didn’t want to do things like that with
Tristan but she keeps setting us up.
“Daisy… what are you doing here in my room?” I questioned her after
regaining my composure.
She rushed to me with a smile that made me get completely confused.
“How was it Mia? I arranged those tickets as a surprise for you. I was
originally going to go with you so I got them a few months ago but I
changed my mind.” She told me.
I shook my head, “This was a good opportunity for you to be with your
mate and connect with each other. Why didn’t you grab it?”
She took me to the couch to sit, “It’s not that I don’t want to grab the
opportunity but I want to give you guys a chance to catch up.”
“What are you saying? Aren’t you afraid of me turning against you?” I
fired at her.
She scoffed, “You love me a lot. I know you won’t do anything to hurt
me. It’s my choice to let him pursue you, so give him a chance to try even
if the answer is no.”
I can’t believe I get to meet someone as dignified as her loves me. She
trusts me a lot and I can’t betray her. Maybe my feelings were in the spur
of the moment so I thought I actually wanted to be with him.
But the reality is that we can’t be more than friends. I don’t ever want to
do anything to hurt my cousin. She doesn’t deserve to be sad because of
my decisions.
“Daisy, you don’t have to worry. There’s nothing other than friendship
between us and that’s how it’s going to be.” I promised her.
She nodded, “I keep telling you not to worry about me but I see you’re
not stopping. Never mind, let’s go get something to eat.”
I should see Tristan as soon as possible and reject his proposal while I
can before it becomes trouble for me. Right now, I should focus on
getting those brothers off my back.
Speaking of this, I don’t think my uncle will let them go easily based on
what I said. They’re so mad about me framing them, they don’t
understand what it feels like to be framed. This is just the beginning.