21 Taking Steps

Jasper

I left the house feeling on top of the world. Ruby was amazing, and I could feel that she was moving on. I was surprised to see her bare my mark when I returned home. As if she knew how badly I wanted her. The lovemaking she initiated was a blessing. I was too afraid to touch her because I did not want to set us back by irritating her or hurting her feelings. I commended her boldness and her effort. Telling me we belonged to each other got me pumped up. I was more determined now than ever.

I was worried about Racheal's visit. It might bring back the bad memories of what had transpired, and we would be back to where we started. I was worried about how she would take her friend inheriting the life she lost. Racheal was going to be Randolph's luna. I prayed that, for both our sakes, Ruby handles it well. Deep down, I wished Racheal had cut off completely because the last thing I wanted was for my mate to be reminded of all that she lost and how far she had fallen on the social l