DANTE’S POV

“Elara, not now.”

The moment the words left my mouth, I saw the flicker of disappointment in her eyes. But it moved in a quick blink, masked by a quiet smile. But I already saw it. I knew what her reaction was going to be even before speaking. But I was helpless, I couldn't have said it in a more mild way even if I was given another chance.

For a few seconds she said nothing, she just stood staring and then, “ why not, Dante?. What's stopping you? I'm ready.” The ...