Crystal's POV:

For outsiders, Rufus was a cold and indifferent man. But only those who knew him intimately understood his true personality. And I happened to be the person he was most familiar with.

When we lived together five years ago, I saw his indifferent, angry, animated, and confused sides behind closed doors.

Rufus always cajoled me using the same methods. He would either have wild sex with me, or he would follow me wherever I went, making it impossible for me to be aloof toward him.

Or he would bring me a gift like this one.

Even though he had lost a part of his memory and had no recollection of our relationship, he could still bring down my defenses easily.

Pinned under my scorching gaze, Rufus faked a cough. He turned around with a flushed face. "This is for you, an apology gift."

I found his gesture sweet, but to ensure the smooth progression of my plan, I didn't reveal my happiness. Instead, I scoffed coldly. "Give it to your mate. I don't need it. I won't be taken in by your sweet talk, and my heart won't melt."

I put my hand on the necklace, intending to take it off, but Rufus quickly grabbed my wrist.

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down to avoid meeting his eyes,

raised my chin.

"That was a misunderstanding.

my mate. It's a lie.

a serious injury and fallen into a coma. Adela bewitched me with a spell,

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my chin with his finger,

try hard to evade him. Instead, I curled my lips and

face in his hands. "Crystal, you're my mate. You have to believe me," he said in a serious voice that

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