Chapter 192

Liam's POV

I tried to hide my shock and shame. Maxine must have told her everything. It wasn't anything I was proud of. If I could take back time, I would erase the moments where I had taken advantage of her and not cared how she felt.

Her words cut me deep. It was the truth and I couldn’t deny it. I wanted to keep Maxine close, not entirely out of love. I just realized I couldn't bear someone else. I couldn't bear the thought of how I would have to go through everything to fall in love. I didn't have patience. And in doing so, I had messed up and driven her away.

"I made a mistake," I began, barely able to keep the regret out of my voice. "I hurt her in ways I can’t even begin to fix. But the truth is, I love her, and I need to make it right. I can't bear being away from her for so long."

The Luna Queen’s gaze softened slightly but she was still very warg of me. "Love," she murmured as if she couldn't believe the word was real. “Do you even