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Chase's car stopped outside the gates of my pack and we both got out.The night shivers ran down his body as he rubbed his palms together and blew out cold, whisps of breath.Werewolves didn't feel cold much, our bodies were naturally warm and produced warmth."You don't have to come along. It's cold, you should head back now." I said.He shook his head. I rolled my eyes at his stubborness, but still couldn't stop a smile from overtaking my face at the thought of him walking me home.I pulled my jacket off and swiftly placed it around his shoulders. He got startled a little from the sudden close proximity, smiling shyly to himself."I-it's okay, you should-.""Keep it." I interrupted him. "I'm not cold anyway."From my peripheral vision, I noted how he sneakily took a whiff of my jacket, a soothing expression spreading across his face. My stomach did somersaults, realizing my mate liked my smell.Much to my dismay, we reached my house sooner than I'd liked. I turned to him and he has a sad look on as well."So," he dragged on, snuggling into my jacket. "See you tomorrow then."I admired his face under the moonlight, his lashes darker than usual and his sharp cheekbones looking like blazing knives as the soft glow fell on his face.His beauty was bewitching. And I was bewitched.Unbeknownst to my own actions, I reached my hand out and brushed the hair away from his forehead with my fingers, deliberately caressing his skin on the process.Tracing my fingers down the side of his cheek, I tenderly brushed my knuckles against his obvious flushed skin.Heart warming from the contact, leaving a whirlwind of indecipherable emotions inside when he leaned into my touch. His eyes fluttered close and a soft sigh left his lips.It almost felt like he was starved for touches, caresses, like he longed for someone to love and care for him, and I ached all over."Take care, Chase." I whispered. "And if you need anything", I paused and stared at him seriously, "I repeat anything, just call me. I'm always here for you."His eyes glazed over with unshed tears and he nodded sincerely. I retreated my hand, the lingering tingles shooting up my arm."You too, take care." He replied coyly. "I know you're the Alpha of the strongest pack, but still. I'd not like my mate to get hurt.""Mate? He called us his mate."Asia purred dreamily. My smile widened."Thank you." I grinned. "For accepting me, us."He suddenly beamed. "Wait, I heard your wolves have existences as well. So, maybe, can I meet her someday? If you're comfortable only." He quickly assured."Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!"I laughed as my wolf chanted, jumping up and down from sheer excitement."Of course, infact, she's dying to meet you."His eyes sparkled."Alright. Fix a date and let me know. I'll leave now.""Bye, Chase." I waved at him.He waved back and started walking back to his car. I waited there, wanting to watch untill his truck disappeared.He suddenly stopped in his track and turned around, I frowned in confusion and raised my brows to ask what was it.He bit his lip and rushed back to me. He abruptly kissed my cheek then scurried out the gates, in his truck, and drove away.I was stupefied in one place, trying my best to digest the bolts of electrical surges that bounced from a mere, innocent kiss.This boy was gonna be the death of me.•••°°°•••I didn't need an alarm to wake up the next morning. I was way too excited to meet our mate to oversleep.I jumped out of my bed at 5 and decided to work out for a while since college wouldn't start for another 4 hours.I have only two classes today, so most of my time would be free for my mate to occupy. If he was free as well.I changed my pjs into a sports bra and shorts, putting on my shoes and heading downstairs to the gym.Our gym was located a bit secluded from the crowdy pack house, near the forest. It was my decision so the wolves felt connected and more concentrated.I turned the lights on and did a few warm ups then punched a bag for about half an hour. Next, I sparred with a dummy and ran on the treadmill.After training for a couple more hours, I deemed it enough for my morning routine.I usually go for a run around the border but I didn't feel like today."Maybe I can take a run when mate meets us, today.""Are you sure?""Ob-fucking-viously. I am always ready to meet my mate.""You mean our mate?""Yeah, yeah, whatever."I shook my head with a chuckle. I was cleaning up my sweat with a towel when the doors to the gym opened and Aiden and his mate, Fiona, came in."Hey. Didn't you go for your run today?" He asked, beginning to warm up.Fiona nodded and greeted me with a bow, I nodded back then answered to Aiden."Nah. Didn't feel like it. Anyways, I'ma head out now. Enjoy." I waved."Wait." I stopped and turned to my Beta. "There's a sudden meeting called by Alpha Gordon at noon. We're expecting you there. I'm afraid you can't be at college today."I groaned internally and pouted, also internally, but kept my stoic expression on."Alright. I'll be there.""Damn, I really wanted to see mate today.""I know girl, me too."•••°°°•••"So, do we have a deal?" Alpha Gordon stretched his hand out to shake.I have my hands clasped behind me, I didn't like touching people. You could say, but I was a bit neat freak."We do. But I have a few conditions."He raised an eyebrow, retreating his hand back in a clenched fist then stuffed his hands in his pockets. I could see his wolf dominating his mind for the disrespect shown to him.But I could care less."What would that be?""If I sense there's even the slightest wrong on your part, the deal will break. If the rogues harm any of us, you'd take the measures for it. And lastly, I want crystal clear honesty from you." I put out my words and he clicked his tongue as if to think over my words. Then finally nodded."I accept your conditions."I put the papers in front of him on the desk and he signed on it, so did I then the deal was done."We'll head to your pack house the next week. I hope you'll be prepared for us.""Of course. It was a pleasure to deal with you." He said with a hint of seduction in his voice, which effected me in the least if I must say."I know. It's always a pleasure to be working with me." I shrugged.He gave me a tight lipped smile."Drake will show you out." Drake was my head of security. "You can discuss the defense stances with him."He slightly bowed, I barely returned the nod and he left. That egoistic idiot.Gordon Matthew was the Alpha of the Night Howl pack. Our pack always had a good relationship since his father was the Alpha. He took on the position just with me the previous year.He was narcisstic and egoistic, always looking for ways to seduce me, even though I had kicked his balls on my 18th birthday because he tried to touch my hand. I hated his guts, but regarding our fathers' good relationship, I put up with him.I sighed frustratedly.How was I gonna spend a whole week without my mate?•••°°°•••~Ⓑ︎Ⓤ︎Ⓣ︎Ⓣ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓡ︎Ⓒ︎Ⓤ︎Ⓟ︎~Walking out of my office, I noticed it was already 6 pm. A whole day went by without seeing our mate. But the good thing was, I didn't feel him hurt the whole day. So, it was a win.I pulled my phone out of my pocket to see 10 missed calls and 3 texts from the boy that consisted all of my heart and mind.Buttercup : Hey, didn't see you at class today. Are you okay? Sent: 12 pm.Yes, I saved his name under Buttercup because he smelled so much like butter and I couldn't get enough of this newly fermenting scent of my mate.Buttercup : Why aren't you picking up? I hope everything's alright. Sent: 3:10 pm.The last one was just a couple minutes ago.Buttercup : I'm really worried. Just lemme know if you're okay when you're free. Sent: 5:55 pm.Without furthermore thinking, I called him. He picked up on the second ring and my heart swelled from hearing his alluring voice."Hey! Is everything alright? I was so worried, you weren't picking up and we were supposed to meet
~Ⓐ︎Ⓢ︎Ⓘ︎Ⓐ︎~When I reached the border where I was supposed to meet Chase, I smelled him before I saw him. Salty sea breeze and melted buttery scent galloped my nostrills and I found him already standing there. Waiting for me.My heart thundered like a raging storm and warmth enveloped my whole being. My mate was eager and excited to meet me. Us.He didn't seem to have noticed me yet but as I got close to him him, he probably smelled me as well. His head whipped up at my direction and I felt my heart stop.He was smiling so big and innocent. There was honesty, excitement, affection the way he smiled. I felt a burn. My birthmark, located right on my collarbone, a shape of a crescent moon. It had never reacted, except for that one time when my mother was being dragged by those rogues. That horrible day imprinted in my mind still as clear as crystal. It had burned then, for the first and only time, till now, and all hell had broken loose. Yet, I couldn't protect or save my mom.But w
~Ⓛ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓐ︎Ⓥ︎Ⓘ︎Ⓝ︎Ⓖ︎~Running after a stressful day was the best. Not to mention the addition of my mate with me.Asia let out low howls at the glowing moon as she swiftly dodged each bumps and fallen branches to avoid letting Chase fall. His laughter vibrated through his chest pressed to her back, the happy sounds he made were a bliss to our ears.Finally worned out from the pleasing run, she stopped by a lake and flopped down. Chase got off and flopped by her, breathing a bit fast and chuckling freely. I have never seen him so light hearted before, it was refreshing."It was amazing. I loved it." He gushed, still smiling big, his adorable dimple creating a larger dent on his cheek.Asia grinned, nuzzling his side untill he overthrew an arm around her and leaned his head down. Both of us caught our breaths, anticipating the action, Chase softly and delicately pressed his lips on my, Asia's, head.I swore my heart felt like shaking with vibrations. Our bond pleasantly hummed and came alive
~Ⓝ︎Ⓘ︎Ⓖ︎Ⓗ︎Ⓣ︎ Ⓗ︎Ⓞ︎Ⓦ︎Ⓛ︎ Ⓟ︎Ⓐ︎Ⓒ︎Ⓚ︎~"You too, Rose."I guess breathing wasn't an option anymore.He called me by my fucking middle name!? How did he know it? Did he do research on me?Oh my Goddess! I was freaking out."I will." I croaked out. I never croak or stutter, but this boy, he was doing things to me. Good things.•••°°°•••Me : See ya next week. ;)Sending a text to Chase, I got my bag and sighed softly before leaving my room.Downstairs, everyone was waiting for me. I handed my bag to Jonas, one of the helpers, to put it in the car.Aiden, Drake, the Second Range warrior team and Hannah, we were heading for the Night Howl pack.While Jessie, the head of the First Range warriors team was staying here to protect the pack and train the new recruits.Aiden really wanted to stay since he has always trained the new ones, but as my Beta, I needed him there with me.Looking my way, they all bowed and I briefly returned the gesture, my hands behind."Since we'll be far from the territor
~Ⓑ︎Ⓤ︎Ⓡ︎Ⓝ︎~Burns.My arms, my back, my chest. My whole body was burning from pain flaring all over.Gasping for air, I jolted upright on the bed. Coughing, breathing harshly. Sweatbeads covered my head and my top stuck to my chest."Mate."Asia softly whimpered, cooing and crying in the far corner of my mind.My mind began to haywire and body trembled as I gripped the bedsheets tight in my fists."Chase. Chase. Chase. Chase."Without any sense of reality or my surroundings, I chanted his name. Again and again and again.It was like, someone was tearing my heart out of my ribcage in a palm then squeezing it."Audrey!" I heard someone call my name but it was just a ringing over the screams that tore out of my throat."Audrey, calm down! Take deep breaths. Come on, Aud!" The voice tried to coax me into reality but I was unable to grasp onto."Chase..." I continued.I felt someone touch my shoulders and jerked away, hating any touch that wasn't my mate's.My beautiful mate. My Chase."P
~Ⓐ︎Ⓝ︎ Ⓞ︎Ⓕ︎Ⓕ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓡ︎~"Happy birthday, Rose." "Thank you, momma!""Here."Mom pulled out a small box from her pocket and handed it to me. The box was wrapped in a little wolf printed paper. It made me smile.I giggled and hurriedly tore the paper to get to the box. I got it open and upon opening the lid, I gasped.A beautiful crescent moon shaped locket was in there. With a silver chain attached. The locket was turquoise color and there was some sort of glow shining within it. Almost making it magical."It's beautiful! Thank you, momma!" I beamed. "It's just like my birthmark."Mom's face held a warm smile as she nodded. She took the chain from me and gestured for me to turn around. I did and held my hair to the side as she put it on me, clasping the hook and turning me back.She softly wrung her finger through my hair, eyes scanning over my features then landing on the glowing locket on my neck."You're special, Rose." She whispered. "You're the Mark Bearer." I frowned, tilting my head
~Ⓣ︎Ⓗ︎Ⓔ︎ Ⓑ︎Ⓤ︎Ⓡ︎Ⓝ︎Ⓢ︎??~The drive back to my pack was way too long. Well, it felt like it. For me.You're probably wondering what happened to the fight and the rogues and Gordon?Well, the fight didn't take place. After realizing how big of a douche and asshole he was, more than I thought, I sided with the rogues and offered them a chance to merge with my pack.Become the Moon Knights. They happily agreed.The leader, named Gray, signed some papers that were managed on point, and sealed the contract regarding my rules.Gordon was severed from any alliance from our pack and my father was also informed on the matter. Thankfully, he was more than okay with my decision.Witnessing the Alpha's cruelty with plain eyes, even some of the Night Howlers decided to join me.Now, all of us were heading back. In a week's time, during the full moon, the ceremony would take place and they'd become the Knights.On the other hand, I just couldn't wait to go back to my mate. We took off just after the su
~Ⓑ︎Ⓡ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓐ︎Ⓚ︎-Ⓓ︎Ⓞ︎Ⓦ︎Ⓝ︎~"Well, it's yours too, from now on."Chase's head whipped toward me in shock, making me laugh a little."We're mates. And mates share everything." I said.His hands fiddled before he spoke."Will you tell me more about mates? I know only very little from reading books."I arched a brow, it was the first time he wanted to know some more about supernatural things."I'd be more than glad to tell you all about it." I beamed. "Are any of your friends or siblings mated to a supernatural being?"He tensed at my question."I-I dunno. I don't have any friends, and I don't know about my siblings.""It's alright." I quickly assured. "It doesn't matter. I'll explain everything, but first, let me freshen up real quick.""Okay.""Make yourself at home. There's snacks in the fridge if you want. Or maybe watch tv. I'll be down soon."He nodded. I climbed upstairs.I took a quick shower and changed into my night suit. I dried my hair and let them loose since I'd just braid them b