Twenty two

“Kendrix. He’s hurt, Aurora. He has been hurt for the past couple of years. He wants to heal and for the first time, he’s able to trust someone with his heart—he’s able to trust you with his heart. And even if you don’t love him, you’ll make me the happiest and proudest mother if you change your mind and decide to marry him. I’m not saying who your choice isn’t good for you, but you know you father…”

“My father would never accept it because his family are still human. Why would they harm me if their son is also a werewolf? I know Blake would never let anyone harm me or my family,” she affirmed.

She could see the misery in her mother’s eyes as she cupped the sides of her face. “How did you get so stubborn, Aurora?”

“You’re also forcing me…”

“I would never force you to do what you don’t want to. I’m only advising you on what’s best for you. And I know how confused you are right now…”

“I am not confused; you are just not listening to me. I want to be with Blake,” she cuts in, her voice