Kessler looked at Eva with determination in his eyes as he suggested taking her to a secret place."Eva, I need to show you a place where we'll be safe and where we can plan how to protect Lucas," he said seriously, reaching out his hand to her.Eva looked at Kessler, feeling the confidence emanating from him. Though nervous about the unknown, she knew trusting him was the best option. She took his hand firmly and nodded. "I'm ready, Kessler. Take me wherever is necessary."With a comforting smile, Kessler guided her through the forest, among trees and paths known only to him. After a while, they arrived at a hidden clearing, surrounded by tall trees that seemed to shield it from prying eyes."This is our safe place," Kessler announced, looking at Eva gently. "Here we can speak freely and plan how to keep Lucas safe."Eva observed the clearing in awe, grateful for having a refuge where they could talk without worries. "It's perfect, Kessler. Thank you for bringing me here."Kessler no
Eva opened her eyes, feeling relief flood her body as she realized it had all been just a nightmare. She breathed deeply, letting the sensation of reality calm her nerves.She sat up in bed, bringing a hand to her chest to calm the rapid beating of her heart. Looking around, she found comfort in the familiar surroundings of her room.With a sigh of relief, she lay back down, closing her eyes in the hope of finding the restful sleep she so desperately needed after that distressing experience.•The next morning, I woke up feeling a bit sleepy; I had been kept awake last night by the nightmare I had. I got out of bed and headed to the bathroom to shower and change. My stomach rumbled with hunger.I left the bathroom and got dressed, in loose blue jeans and a long-sleeved shirt. The day was cloudy, and I could smell the damp earth, indicating it had rained last night. It felt good despite everything. I remembered the night with Kessler and all our encounters. It seems that maybe I should
Seeing Riley and her friends in front of the school, my heart began to beat faster. I didn't want any more trouble, but it seemed like they always found their way to me.Kessler noticed my change in expression and gently squeezed my hand. "Let's just ignore them, okay?" he said calmly.I nodded, trying to keep my composure as we got out of the jeep. But just as we were about to pass by them, Riley approached with a sarcastic smile."Eva, haven't you forgotten about our little incident the other day, have you?" she said, with her friends laughing behind her.I tried to ignore her and keep moving forward, but Riley blocked my path. "What's wrong? Are you afraid I'll bury you alive again?" she said with an unpleasant laugh.Kessler stepped between us, staring at Riley with a serious expression. "Enough, Riley. Leave us alone," he said firmly.Riley looked at him with surprise, but then her expression turned into a mocking smirk. "Oh, and who are you to tell me what to do, Kessler? Are yo
" What are you saying?" Lottie inquires. "Is Lucas...? Who did that to him?""When he had the accident, I remember seeing the bite, but Kessler confirmed it for me yesterday. It's in progress, and my father can't know about it.""Oh my God." Lottie sits on the root of a tree to process the information. "How could I have been so blind? The answer was always there.""They know how to keep the secret very well.""What will happen to Lucas?""Kessler believes there's no cure and the only thing we can do is help Lucas go through the process smoothly. He's still a rookie. I agreed to discuss it with him today.""Please, I want to be informed about everything that happens with Lucas."I smiled."You really like him, don't you?"She nodded."I don't know if he likes me back, but I liked your brother from the first time I saw him.""Well, you have my blessing. You'll be his guide through all of this.""Count on me. I still can't believe it.""Me neither.""Let's keep looking for the plant, or
When we left class, we went to Kessler's house. Truthfully, I was a bit nervous even though we've done this before. The passion and desire between us were quite evident. Kessler made me feel incredible."It was... perfect," he tells me when we finish. We're lying on his bed, staring at the ceiling. "Every day, I feel more attached to you, Eva."I felt a flutter in my stomach at his words."I feel the same," I said softly. "And it's strange. Is it bad? If someday you get bored of me, what will happen to me?""That will never happen," he says. "Eva, now that you know the truth about what I am, I want to tell you something." He sits up and starts getting dressed. I do the same because I'm curious about what he'll say. I hope it's not something bad. I'm tired of bad news lately."What's wrong? Is it something bad?""It depends on how you see it. For me, it's very good," he smiles. "Every wolf has their she-wolf. Their soulmate. The person they were destined for. You are my soulmate, Eva,
The idea that Kessler would have used something to seduce me is absurd, it couldn't be, I would feel it. Kessler and I were bonded from the start, as he said: I'm his mate. So, yes, perhaps Kessler has that gift, but he couldn't have used it on me. The door opens, and my father enters, but he's not alone; Jonny is with him. It's been days since I've seen him. I had even forgotten about him."Eva, you're here. I ran into Jonny at the supermarket, and I've invited him to dinner, hope you don't mind," my father said."Hello, Eva, it's been a while," Jonny greets, smiling as always. "I brought some things for dinner.""Of course, no problem," I said."If you want, I can help. I'm very good in the kitchen," he suggests."Hmm, alright, because if I do it alone, it'll take longer than usual, and I don't want to keep you waiting," I took the bags and headed to the kitchen, where Lucas was having juice."What's up, Lucas," Jonny greeted."Wow, you look lost. I'm glad you're back; Eva needed a
"What the hell are you doing in Eva's room?" Kessler demands. Shit, I just hope Dad doesn't overhear us or I'll be in serious trouble."Kessler, don't make a scene, please," I said quietly. "Dad might hear us.""I just came to check on you, Eva. Your father sent me to find you. I thought we could watch a movie..."Kessler laughed."Are you crazy? You won't be watching any movie with Eva, Jonny, you know what I mean. Stop chasing her, Eva is mine.""Kessler," I protested. It's one thing for him to tell me, but another to spread it around to everyone. I'm not an object for him to claim like that."Get out of her room and out of her life, or you and I are going to have a problem.""And if not?" I challenged. "Kessler, I have the same rights as you. If Eva wants me to stay away from her, she can tell me herself. You're nobody to tell her what to do. Right, Eva?" I look at her. "Will you let a guy choose your friends? Let me tell you, you're way off base there. We all know how manipulative
The sound of the birds woke me up. Through the window, I could see the daylight. My clock showed seven in the morning.No way! Kessler, beside me, hugged me while he slept peacefully. I smiled seeing him like that, tempted not to go to school and spend the whole morning with him, making breakfast together, and spending the day doing something fun. Wow, I think I'm falling for Kessler Walton more than I expected.I kissed him on the cheek, causing him to stir."What time is it?" he asked."Seven," I replied."Damn, we'll be late," he said, looking at me. "Good morning, kitty, how are you? You look beautiful.""Don't be a liar. I wake up with messy hair and bad breath.""That's not true, and I have a mega sense of smell."I rolled my eyes. Kessler pounced on me and started tickling me."N-no," I gasped as I laughed. "Kessler, my dad might come!""Eva?" My dad's voice made us freeze in silence."Yes? I'm awake," I said."You'll be late for breakfast," he said."I'll be down in five minut