Chapter 7

Finn’s POV

“Are you sure that was a good idea?” Marcus drawled while I turned my car into his driveway.

“Of course, Zach has monopolized enough of our mate’s time before now. He had the excuse of not knowing whether we were her mates before, but now we know better. He can’t keep us away. Switching classes to spend more time with her was a great idea.” I told him.

“Don’t you think that she’ll figure out we weren’t in the classes previously?” He asked me.

“It doesn’t matter, it shows effort, and women like that shit, right? I’m going to give her all the effort I can muster, she’s our soulmate man, the one made for us and she’s going to break our curse. She’s worth every bit of our time and energy, I just know it.” I told him.

I’d always been attracted to Aria but kept my distance out of respect for Zach, but now that the mate bond is confirmed, he’s just going to have to get used to the idea of sharing. Everything about her is beautiful and I can’t wait for her to be ours in every aspect.

“Of course she’s worth it, I just didn’t want her to think of us as stalkers, there’s such a thing as coming on too strong, you know?” He argued with me.

“Look, as soulmates, she’ll feel the pull, too. Once she learns what we are, she’ll understand. Nothing will go wrong, she just needs to spend time with us. With her losing her memories, we are now on even footing with Zach.” I told him.

“Dude, that’s a fucked up way to think with her not being able to remember anything.” He said.

“That may be true, but it’s the reality of the situation.” I explained.

Marcus sighed and got out of the car, “thanks for the ride man, I appreciate it. See ya later.”

“See you tomorrow, and Marcus? Don’t worry, it’ll all work out, it’s fate.” I reminded him.

I chuckled to myself as he slammed the door shut. Did I want to share her? Not really. But like with her lost memories, it was the reality of the situation. I pulled out of the driveway and made my way home however, I made a detour to stop across the street from Aria’s house. I put the car in park and shut off the engine. Across the street, I could see her bedroom light on in her room and her blinds were pulled up, leaving me the perfect view of her sitting on her bed with her head dipped low.

What’s wrong with her?

I couldn’t sit here knowing something was the matter so I got out and went up to her window before knocking on it. Her head shot up and she looked confused as she spotted me.

“Finn, why are you here?” She asked breathily as she opened the window.

“I live down the street and saw you looked distressed through your window, I wanted to check on you. Is that okay?” I asked as I searched her face.

She sighed, “it’s been a long day.”

“Do you want to talk about it?” I questioned.

She bit her thumbnail and moved aside before waving me in through the window. “Not really, but I could use some company I guess.”

I gave her a lopsided grin, this was my chance for some alone time with her so we could get to know each other better. Carefully, I climbed in her window and landed inside with a soft thud.

“My mother is not home right now, said she was working another double at the hospital, thank God.” She said nervously.

“Is everything okay with her?” I asked, confused about her comment.

“I don’t want to talk about it.” She said quietly.

“Well, don’t worry sweetheart, I won’t try anything you don’t want, I just thought we could talk, and I’ll answer any questions you may have.” I reassured her.

She smiled and her shoulders relaxed, “thanks. I haven’t really had anyone to talk to besides Zach and sometimes he seems a little too clingy. Was he always like this?”

“You and Zach were, well are, best friends and were attached at the hip. I’m sure this is all an adjustment for him as it is for you because you spent all your time together.” I told her.

“Hmm, I see.” Was all she said.

I sat down on her bed and patted the space next to me. She slowly moved closer and then sat where I directed her. “Look, you’re going through a tough time and we understand, Zach, Marcus and I. We will be here for you and don’t worry about our feelings, you have enough going on.”

Aria let out a breath, “I wanted to ask you earlier, what did you mean by “you’re ours,”?

I choked on my breath, I really shouldn’t have said that but I was so lost in the moment and realizing I was right, I couldn’t help myself. “I can’t really say just yet, but know that the three of us would do anything for you. Do you trust me?”

“Not even a little.” She breathed out.

“Good girl,” I chuckled, amused. She’s right not to trust me, or anyone else for that matter.

“So you’re not going to explain what you were talking about?” She asked again.

“I can’t, beautiful.” I told her gently. Her cheeks turned bright red and she turned her head away. I lightly touched her chin and faced her towards me.

“Aria…” I really wanted to fucking kiss her right now.

Her eyes widened in realization as I stared at her luscious, pink lips. I started to lean forward when a loud ringtone interrupted us. Aria jumped back and away from me as I let out a groan. When I pulled my phone out, I was instantly annoyed, “Zach you fucking cockblock,” I muttered too low for Aria to hear me.

“Yeah?” I answered.

“Why the fuck are you in Aria’s room? I can see you two through the window!” He growled. I turned to look outside and saw him seething across the street.

“Stalker, much?” I taunted him.

“Get the fuck out, she needs some alone time right now.” He continued.

“That’s not what she said when she invited me in.” I pushed his buttons, knowing he’d be upset.

“She what?!” I pulled the phone away from my ear from how loud he yelled.

“Chill out, I’m leaving.” I told him before hanging up the phone and turning to Aria.

“I’m sorry, I better go, I’ll see you tomorrow, yeah?” I said to her. Aria simply nodded her head and I pulled her soft body into mine in a hug before kissing the top of her head, “goodnight beautiful.”

“Goodnight, Finn.”