Chapter 13 - Isla POV

That. Just. Happened. Tate is tracing soft circles on my back as we both calm our racing hearts. I never thought I’d lose my virginity on a patio chair outside of a club, but I also thought I’d wait for my mate. I’m not mad at it though. This was so blissful, Tate was so gentle, it was sweet. I take in a deep breath and push myself up stealing another peck on his soft lips. I go to stand, my legs mush beneath me but Tate’s strong arms find my waist steadying me.

The stormy waves in his eyes ushered a calm to wash over me. There is a fondness in his eyes, no one has looked at me like this before. I don’t know what will happen between us, but it has been a birthday I will never forget.

“So uh, ready to head back in?” Tate says as he runs a hand through his hair.

“Mhmmmm” “Why don’t you head in first and I’ll catch up?” I respond.

“You embarrassed to be seen with me now smalls?” he says as a smile dances across his face.

Giving him a playful shove, I say, “ I’m not trying to be t