Evvie's POV:
“Don’t be sad, Evvie.” Zachary, my smoking hot and soon-to-be beta boyfriend, soothed me. I pouted, crossing my arms against my breasts. We were in my room. Seated on my bed, I pursed my lip as Zachary plopped down beside me.
“I promise I’ll be back before you know it. I’ll only be gone for a few months.” He said as an attempt to comfort me.
“You mean six long, agonizing months of me not being able to see you.” I rolled my eyes, refusing to meet his eyes. “Why can’t they let you use your phone during training?” I grumbled, folding my arms against my breasts.
He chuckled and ruffled my hair. “Because we need to focus on training, silly.”
I slapped his hand away, shooting him a glare. I hate it when he does that.
“Evvie, please. I need to get going in just an hour. I can’t even get a hug?” He pouted like a child. His eyes are too dreamy to resist.
Rolling my eyes, I scooted closer and pressed my body against him, giving him a hug.
“Hmm.” He inhaled my scent and a smile played at my lips. “This feels nice.” He whispered before pecking my forehead.
With teary eyes, I looked up and met his piercing blue orbs. His sandy blonde hair tousled at the top. With his thick brows, lashes girls would pay a ridiculous amount to have, and a nose like that of a Greek god, I’m not going to lie. He is indeed handsome.
A frown fell on my lips when I remember I would not be able to see his handsome face for months.
“Can’t you stay?” My voice cracked. I really did not want him to leave.
He smiled sadly and turned me to face him. His large hands gripped my shoulders gently.
“You know I would, but all high-ranking wolves need to go. I am going to replace my father as beta. I can’t do that if I have not completed this training.” He reasoned and I clenched my teeth because I knew he was right.
This summer camp training is required for all high-ranking werewolves to attend. After graduating high school, they are ordered to train for six months with no distractions. Although I am considered as one of the upper ranks, I am not allowed to attend because of the mere fact that I’m a girl. Stupid, right?
But hey, rules are rules.
It took me a few long seconds before I finally let out a defeated sigh.
“I know. That’s not why I don’t want you to go.” I mumbled softly.
I see him furrow his brows and I gazed up into his eyes. “I’m turning 18 next month.” I told him.
I don’t know why his eyes glazed over but they did. “And you will meet your mate. Right after I come back.” He said with overwhelming confidence to his tone.
I looked at him hopefully.
“You’ve been really looking forward to that day…” My voice trailed off. The words stumbling in my mouth. Heat rushed to my cheeks when he gripped my chin, forcing me to look up at him. Our faces only an inch away.
“Or I have a better idea,” he whispered. “We can do it right here, right now.” His eyes glimmered delightfully, searching my face.
He began moving his hands from my shoulders, grazing my breasts and hard nips before slowly lowering down between my legs.
My heart pounded against my chest. A nervous gulp ran down my throat before I pulled away from him.
I have been wanting to give my virginity to him. To give myself to him entirely. But I wanted to do that after we have confirmed our mate bond. There is no denying the strength of the bond we share. We know for certain that we are mates. After all, we had always known we were destined to one another.
I shook my head and it gave him my answer.
The disappointment in his face was evident.
We spent the next half an hour just lying beside each other. He cuddled me in his arms and I laid silently on his chest, sobbing away my tears.
Gabriel, the future Alpha of our pack, came by and picked him up. Just before he got into the car, I called out his name and barreled right towards him as he turned around. I wanted to hug him for the last time and he hugged me back, but I frowned when he didn’t hug me tighter than I expected. I shrugged it off my mind. I was probably overthinking it.
I watched their car disappear before turning on my heel and walking back into my house.
Days passed and my 18th birthday finally came. Mom and Dad were enthusiastic about it. Even my brother joined in the big shebang but I wasn’t into parties that much. I spent the day locked up in my room, missing Zachary so badly.
I was surprised when my Dad came to my room with a box in hand.
It turned out Zachary had sent me a gift, and a letter wishing me the happiest of birthdays. He told me he misses me and that he loves me. He couldn’t wait to be back.
His words made my heart flutter and a smile spreads on my face. I haven’t smiled in a while, and Zachary as always managed to make me smile even when he’s a mile away. That was the last time I ever heard of him.
Five months later, the day of his return finally arrived. I was bouncing on the two balls of my feet as I headed out of the house.
Pack members gathered outside the packhouse. I could already see Gabriel climbing down his truck. Another truck parked right beside him, and I knew that truck belonged to none other than my boyfriend, Zachary.
I panted heavily as I made my way through the crowd.
Suddenly, I am smelling the most heavenly scent that wafted to my nose.
I hear some pack members gasp. I noticed them all turn around and make way for me, a look of sympathy in their eyes. I ignored them and ran towards the delicious scent.
And there he was. He stood tall and handsome as ever. Only now he grew more muscles and abs visibly peeking through his tight white shirt.
“Mate!” The word I have always been waiting for finally slipped from his lips.
This is it.
Our eyes locked, and my wolf howled in… pain?
Wait, why is there a woman beside him? My eyes moved from Zachary’s shocked face to the girl with flaming red hair and hazel eyes. Her eyes sparkled with tears as she dragged her gaze from me towards Zachary. She gasped and covered her mouth with her palm as realization dawned on her.
My wolf, Ivana, growled in pure rage.
“She’s pregnant!” she whimpered.
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Evvie’s POV:“Evvie, I can explain.” He barely whispered. And I could see pain in his eyes.But what for? It was all too late.I shook my head. I was at a loss for words when Ethan, my brother who was older than me for two years, blocked Zachary from my sight. His large frame towered over me but for once, I was glad he was taller. Just so I could hide my eyes nearing to burst into tears any second.“You’ve done enough, Zach.” My brother said sternly. He is also the future gamma of our pack. Winter Mist Pack. Zachary the future beta and Gabriel the future alpha.They were the hot trio that filled my high school days with both annoyance and thrill.I was always with them, at first as Ethan’s little sister. Then I became Zach’s good little girlfriend.Until now.“Brother, let me talk to her.” He growled, sounding angry. It appalled me that he had the nerve to be angry in this situation.Ethan shifted his stance, shielding me from him protectively.“I said enough!” he barked.I heard Zach
Evvie’s POV:“Evvie, we need to talk.”Gritting my teeth, I swallowed the lump immediately forming in my throat.Even hearing his deep voice does things to me I can never appreciate at this state.Does the moon goddess take pleasure in f*cking up our feelings even when things get f*cked up? I wondered as I looked into his eyes.“What’s up?” I asked like my heart was not breaking into a million tiny pieces.He pursed his lips. God I hate how I still felt attracted to him despite what he did.I crossed my arms against my chest, vaguely aware of my cleavage exposed through the thin lace dress I was wearing. I had purposely picked out this outfit preparing for this day. Today, I was supposed to give my virginity to him. Mate or not. I have made my decision.But he made his decision too.“Evvie, I don’t want to make this harder than it already is.” He sighed.I glared hard at him. I know what he’s doing.“If you’re here to reject me, do it.” I said through clenched teeth.He looked shocked
Evvie’s POV:“f*ck.” He sighed into my lips. His strong hands trailed down my thighs and lifted me. I wrapped my legs around him, my arms snaking around his neck as I banished all reason to the fact that I was doing nothing wrong. He is my mate, after all.His tongue invaded my mouth and I welcomed it, thrusting my own and tasting the inside of his mouth. I moaned as he sucked on my tongue and I pulled him closer.It felt just right.But like all good things in my life, this one moment I get to share with my mate has to end briefly.“She’s pregnant, Evvie…” He sighed. “I can’t…”He gently placed my feet down, but I was numb all over. Zach hung his head and I pressed my lips into a line, taking in deep breaths as my wolf handed me back the reins out of sheer disappointment. I felt my cheeks flush in embarrassment.If only I knew, I would have given him myself sooner. Then this never would have happened. He would still be my mate. And I would still be his.My heart ached until I couldn
Evvie’s POV:“B-But it’s too soon!” I stumbled stupidly.Mom sighed, walking over and sitting on the bed. The mattress dipping as she did.“I know, baby. But it’s Alpha’s orders.” She stated, looking at me.Can’t she see I’m hurting?My boyfriend. No. My ex- boyfriend and the only love of my life literally just came home with a female in his arms. Not just any female. One that he impregnated.It hasn’t even been 24 hours since my whole world came crashing down around me in a pile of rocks.“Mom, I can’t go.” I flopped back down the mattress, yanking my comfy wool blanket over my head and curling up into a ball. I let its warmth soothe me but I knew there was no escaping my mother’s so-called advices.Mom sighed heavily, making me fist the blanket.“Evvie, I warned you long ago about this, remember?”And here it comes. The judging.I rolled my eyes and stifled a long groan.“Dating someone who is not your mate simply has its consequences.” She started.She rambled on and on about how f
Evvie’s POV:I opened my eyes abruptly when a sudden wave of anger swept over me.“Gabriel.” I growled, surprised by the strength of my voice.Gabriel, Zachary, Ethan, and I were high school best friends. We were inseparable, and I have been in the group since I was introduced to junior year as Ethan’s little sister. They protected me from bullies who felt that I do not deserve their princess treatment.We always had each other’s back. But my face darkened at the thought of Gabriel.I finished showering and went back to my room. I pulled out my phone from the back pocket of my old jeans and went straight to Messages.I started texting Gab.You:What the f*ck is this Gab?Gab:Look, it’s done. It’s pack rules and you know it, Evvie.You:We’ve been friends since high school, Gab. How could you?Fighting back the tears, I held the phone with my other hand to stop it from trembling, and pressed send.I could see him typing. There was a long pause before he started typing again. I glared
Evvie’s POV:I nodded and ordered a large iced matcha latte. Curious with the taste. I thought since I used to order their signature coffee when I was still with Zach, I should try something new.After paying, I headed straight to the corner. Unfortunately, the only vacant table was located at the corner by the glass window. Right where I could see Zachary openly feed his pregnant fiancé. I gulped but headed there anyway. I decided to just ignore them and try not to look their way. It had two seats. No matter which one I take, I’d have a perfect view of the sickly sweet couple across me.Stifling a groan, I forced my ass down and focused on my new latte. I took a sip and felt my eyes roll to the back of my head. It tasted so good.Maybe my day wouldn’t be so bad after all, I thought, trying to gaslight myself.Thirty minutes later, a petite woman with defined curves and strawberry blonde hair plopped down on the seat across me.It was Pixie.“Hi, again.” Her smile reached her big, car
Zachary’s POV:“What do you think of this?” Brenda asked me, batting her eyelashes.She wore a white long gown that made her look like a princess for the ceremony tonight. I tugged my lips and forced a smile.“You look beautiful.”“Just not as beautiful as mate.” Duncan howled. I made no attempt to retort against him knowing full well it was true.Evvie is the most beautiful and attractive woman I ever met, even before realizing she was my mate. Her beauty is comparable to a goddess’. With her long, silky black hair and stunning silver eyes, I can’t deny Evvie is indeed rare.On the other hand, Brenda is a red head with brown eyes. Her skin tanned to perfection and with a slightly shorter height than my mate. She is so small, and I can’t believe she’s carrying my pup.It was a mistake. I was stupid.One night, and it ruined everything I had with Evvie. Evvie was my world. The woman I was prepared to marry. Mate or not. She’s my soulmate, and I never would have chosen anyone else over
Evvie’s POV:“Oh no. No, no, no!” I shook my head at the sexy black evening gown the sales lady was holding up to me.“What’s wrong with it?” Pixie hurried over, as if to see what commotion I was starting in the establishment.“Uhm, nothing?” I turned to her.There isn’t a single problem with the dress, really. The problem is me.“I’m not wearing that.” I said with finality, pointing at the devil.“It’s the latest design. I think it will suit you.” The sales lady commented, and I resisted the urge to roll my eyes. Well isn’t that telling something? Anything suits me as long as it pays them.“Evvie, I know this isn’t your usual style, but I promise, it’s not too bad to try something new.” Pixie encouraged me.I glared down at the dress and sighed.“I’ll try it, but that doesn’t mean I’m wearing it to the ball.” I huffed, turning around and heading off to the dressing room.The sales lady and my little friend Pixie both squealed in delight, and I shook my head but chuckled lightly.I gu