Chapter Thirty EightNaomi had resolved that she wasn’t going to turn into one of those ladies who became bitter and spiteful because a guy had rejected their advances.She wasn’t going to key his car or pour sand in his engine oil compartment.She was going to be mature about this and show that they could still perfectly interact with each other. It wasn’t the end of the world.She didn’t hate Daykan or wish him bad. She could be cordial to him and maybe they would settle into an easy friendship. Everything would probably be back to normal after she got over her little crush. She really did like his gym and wanted to continue working out there. She was enjoying the exercise thing way more than she had expected.She wasn’t going to stop just because she had developed feelings for her trainer and for some reason, he did not want to admit feeling the same way; and found it easier to just push her away.Although she did understand how it could get awkward if they decided to continue t
Chapter Thirty NineDaykan wanted to tell Naomi that he didn’t want her to have anything sexual to do with Louis because he wanted her all for himself.That she didn’t even need Louis to train her because he would gladly do it and so much more.The words were all formed in his heart. But it was hard for his mouth to get with the program and vocally express his feelings.A part of him this so much. But another part of him was well… scared.He never wanted to be so vulnerable with someone. He had always been surrounded with a majority of people who disliked him.If he ever gave a wrong person the chance to get close to him, then he might not live to even regret the decision.He knew Naomi wasn’t like that.He had always thought that in spite of being the cause of his parents’ deaths and growing up as an outcast; he had managed to turn out pretty well and avoid any long lasting effects.He was a strong guy who didn’t need anyone and didn’t care what people thought about him. But with N
Chapter OneLana had always dreamt of this moment; holding the hand of her soul mate as she struggled to give birth to their child. While other women might not be particularly enthusiastic about the process of giving birth, it was something she had always yearned for. She had always been prepared to embrace the pain because she felt there was no greater joy than being a mother.The contractions that caused her teeth to clench in pain did not seem to hurt so much as she gazed into the eyes of her significant other.“You are doing fine baby, just keep pushing and it will be over soon,” Erek encouraged as he gently squeezed Lana’s hand. He was terrified because Lana was bleeding a lot and he couldn’t imagine losing her. It was fairly common for a she-wolf to die on the birthing bed and with Lana being a human; her chances of survival were less than average.“Just a little further Lana, I can see your baby’s head,” Zera called from between Lana’s open legs. Zera had helped give birth t
Chapter TwoAs Daykan stood with his arms crossed, it occurred to him that he really did enjoy spending time at his gym, it felt more like a home than the place he laid his head to rest each night. Maybe it was because he felt in control and truly at peace here.When he had thought about the kind of business he wanted to set up, a gym had seemed like the most suitable option. He really wasn’t an office guy and couldn’t imagine sitting behind a desk from 9am to 5pm every day. Plus, he really wasn’t a fan of dressing up in a suit and tie; at the gym he could literally be shirtless and it would not be inappropriate. Daykan also enjoyed working out and his body showed off the results from all those times spent lifting weights. He was six foot six inches tall with thick silver hair that was long in front and shorter at the back; he had light hazelnut eyes that always seemed to be sparkling. There was also the fact that his gym body was enough to stop any girl in her tracks as she had a
Chapter ThreeDaykan really loved his car so when seventy-eight year old Bella Bloom backed up and crashed into the bumper as she was trying to the exit the gym parking lot; he resisted the urge to curse and throw a fit. By the time he rushed out, Mrs. Bloom was stepping out of her twenty year old car and it was obvious that she was badly shaken.“Mrs. Bloom are you okay?” “I’m perfectly fine. I’m usually a really careful driver.” “I know,” Daykan said reassuringly. She really was a careful driver and word around town was that she had never gotten so much as a speeding ticket.“I’m so sorry.” She looked up at him with guilt filled eyes.“My insurance will cover the damages so you don’t need to worry. You should come inside and sit for a little bit. You look a little jittery.” Daykan suggested gently.“Okay.” She carefully made her way back to the entrance. Daykan walked a few steps behind her, ready to catch her in case she fell.He escorted her out thirty minutes later when she
Chapter FourDaykan was later than usual because he had made a quick stop to drop off his car at the mechanic’s.He had reluctantly ordered an Uber to the gym. It was probably ridiculous but he felt vulnerable when someone else drove him; it made him feel helpless and he liked being in control.He almost did a happy little dance when they arrived at Sweat It Out’s parking lot and he stepped out. He heard the signature beep of a car being locked and absentmindedly turned in the direction of the sound.“Hmm, a red jeep; nothing out of place about that.” He casually whipped out his phone to rate the driver. It had been a good ride; no forced conversation or awkward comments about the weather, cool music playing in the background, a reasonably careful driv….Wait!A red jeep!Daykan turned again just in time to see a woman’s back disappear through the entrance. He inhaled deeply and only caught a sliver of the scent because he was standing downwind, but it was more than enough.It was a
Chapter FiveNaomi was surprised that she felt a little irritated by the strange lady’s rude interruption. Okay! Fine! She was very irritated which was weird because in normal circumstances, she was supposed to be thankful.She was usually in control of her temper. A lot of people would describe her as cool, calm and collected.Plus she knew that as someone in the medical profession, it was ideal to have a lid on her temper; especially since it was likely that her patients would focus on her mood because they couldn’t speak or understand English.She was easygoing and could be sweet as long as no one pushed her buttons; which wasn’t an easy thing to do. There wasn’t a lot that would make her get that angry.But this man! This annoying man!They had met only twice and each time, he had managed to push her buttons like a child with a new video game. He was making her consider taking anger management classes. Maybe she was becoming less tolerant with age or maybe it was solely a proble
Chapter SixNaomi could barely breathe. Was this the same man she had been mouthing off to?At the clinic, she had definitely said worse things to him than Miss Cobr.. umm.. Tania over here, but she hadn’t gotten this kind of reaction.Maybe he had been in a good mood then. But a few minutes ago, he had not appeared to be in a terrible mood either.So what in the hell was this sudden switch up? He certainly seemed like a different person and she did not want to be on his bad side. But in spite of all this aggression rolling off him, she did not feel like she was in danger.The initial step back had been a reflex action but she was reassessing the situation now and he did not seem like a threat; at least not to her.Naomi supposed Tania wouldn’t feel the same way because she was obviously the target of his annoyance. She wondered what would happen if Tania did something else that got on his nerves and they were alone. Would he have done more than verbally lash out at her? Did douch