Chapter 171. Pretend

Chantel Raven

"No, you cannot," I responded somewhat hastily, "You shouldn't have to," I added.

"You think I cannot protect you?" Lexcis asked, looking down at me.

"Lexcis, I did not say that, but you cannot always keep me safe. You were not always with me. I had myself before I had you. I still have myself. You do not need to protect me," I explained.

"Do you have more?" he asked.

"Obviously." I rolled my eyes.

"Wait," he said, taking a moment to ponder my words.

"A thing? Are you still sure I am not pretending? Do you think I ever lied?" he questioned.

"You didn't?" I was shocked, my eyes widening.

"No, but you put on a great show for both of us," he said with a serious look on his face.

"Oh, it's coming. What really bothers you? Then go ahead."

"I know you do not trust me. You don’t beli