Chapter 7

Anna pov

I woke on top of Derek and I felt embarrassed and eased off him. We were in a bigger bed so I was able to scoot away from his warmth. Looking up, a big TV was at the end of the bed as well. I grabbed my blanket and went to the chair by the window. Sitting down I sighed sadly and stared out into the trees. Derek would never love me and I knew even though it hurt I would get over it. I would accept this loveless bond and we could coexist and raise pups. Nora whined loud and said to try to be happy.

Nora was talking to me about Derek's wolf Aiden and how he loved us but even that wasn't a comfort to me. I was gonna be with my mate but the love you find with your destined other wasn't there. I was gonna be alone and not able to share it. I would hide my true feelings from everyone.

"Anna",Derek said, making me jump. I didn't turn I didn't want to. It hurt so much to see his eyes knowing he probably wanted Ellie.

"Yes",I said, not taking my eyes off the squirrels running up the