Chapter 28

Zylon’s POV

Everything was going smoothly with our guests, even though the woman, Silvina, had been cornering me throughout the night. She talks a lot, which I didn’t like. I didn’t want her attention.

I was with Hayes, Silvina, and Valerie, along with her brother, Morgan, engaged in small talk before dinner, when I felt her presence. My mate had arrived. I slowly turned, and my heart paused for a moment. She looked breathtaking.

“Gods have mercy! Who is that beautiful woman?” Morgan whispered. Ruby Rue. My mate. And stop looking at her like that! I wanted to shout.

Ruby was wearing a stunning red dress that hugged her figure in all the right places, highlighting her elegant curves. Her silky hair was artfully arranged in an exquisite updo, accentuating her flawless, slender neck that seemed to invite me. I couldn’t help but imagine the warmth of her skin. I longed to kiss that delicate neck, leaving a mark to remember. My mind danced with curiosity ab