Cora's POV
We left Brayden's penthouse at dawn. A greater part of the drive was in comfortable silence. We must have both been drowned in our thoughts. Brayden was not chatty but once in a while, he would pop a question or two. Just general questions and nothing personal or intimate. Sometimes, I felt he knew me more than I wanted him to.
A glare at me and he could tell whether I was cold, hungry, angry, or happy. I must admit that it's good to have someone who can understand your feelings without asking but I was still angry with him because of Sawyer. He should have just let me go and see him. It wouldn't have taken long but he took me to his house without my consent and I wasn't pleased with it.
Sawyer has confessed that he loves me but I still don't know clearly how I feel about him. Brayden says am his mate. There was a clear bond that I neither admit nor ever told him about. Worst of all, his personality was off the normal. I don't see myself marr
Cora's POV I washed the dishes when we finished eating, even though Brayden objected. His personality in this cottage is entirely different from the city. I couldn't help asking. "You seem more relaxed here." "Yes. I spent a lot of time in this cottage with my mom. She was the only woman I knew growing up and I didn't know my father till recently. I can feel her encouraging me that everything will be fine." "You? Need encouragement? So ironic to your personality." "I agree. My only fear is losing you. But, the reason why I am more relaxed is that you are here. Your presence alone makes me so happy. I don't know how you will feel after seeing my form but I will cherish this moment forever." The emotion with which he spoke made me forget everything that had gone on. I felt so drawn to him, that I couldn't help but smile, as I lacked the right words to appreciate his compliment. "Are you ready now?" He asked, a little uncomfortably.
Brayden's POV Ultimately, my long-dreaded fear is over. Am I happy? Fascinated, I'd rather say. She wasn't scared of me in Dragon form and was courageous to ride on my back. A complete contrast to someone who will not accept the offer of a piggyback. I still can't understand why she doesn't reciprocate my love. I feel this wonderful jolt of electricity when I touch her, but am uncertain as to why she doesn't feel the same. Could it be because she is human? Her actions tell me she feels something for me like when she hugs or kisses me by her own accord but her heart is what I find hard to penetrate. It's all I want. I want her heart to solely be mine. She is beginning to trust me and is comfortable with me. I have never been this glad. The joy that only my mate can give me. It's only that I have not been able to mark her but I know that will happen with time. I need her to completely be ready when it happens. I don't want to force my way wi
Brayden's POV Steve is right. I will not need this if I had marked her. This is the only alternative at the moment. "No. It's complicated. I want her to feel the same way I feel about her before marking her," I said, trying to calm him. "Then you shouldn't let her go. Sawyer seems like a good guy in front of her but he isn't what he claims to be," he said, the worry in his voice creating a wedge of panic in mine. I take a deep breath. "I know. But it will only hurt her more if I try to protect her from him." "Brayden, I am still investigating more about him and I discovered he killed a human some time ago. I am scared for her." Now I understand why he hasn't told her who he is. This might be the reason but what has he killing a human got to do with Cora? Unless...No. I won't jump to any conclusion. I try to hide the worry eating me right now. "Do you know who it is and why?" "I am still investigating on that," he said.
Cora's POV Gradually I am becoming addicted to Brayden. Even when I say no to anything he wants me to do, I feel as if I hurt him. I can't understand how a man with such a personality, perfected with supernatural abilities, still has a gentle side to him. Every time He kisses me, I just want more of him. But how can I be selfish and allow him into my world? His marking me will only bring him more pain because of Sawyer. I don't want him to get more hurt than he already is. I might not understand what we have now. I mean, we can share intimacy, without the main deed. This shows me how much Bray loves and respects me. Sawyer loves me too and he was there for me when I needed him most. I can try to love him but not with Brayden waiting for me. When the latter hugged me for the last time in the car, I felt as if my heart was being ripped. It was as if he was leaving me forever. But the wristwatch he gave me gives me the assurance that he is close by and the only ga
Brayden's POV We arrive at Cora's neighbourhood and her demeanour seems tense. I know it's because of Sawyer but I don't mention it because the last thing I want is to cause another nervous breakdown. There will be no time to comfort her since we are already close to her house. Maybe it will be good if I walk her to the door. "Do you mind if I come in? If it's a problem, I could j-" She cut me before I completed my sentence. "Sure you are coming with me but I have to warn you. My sister has a big mouth so you better be prepared. As for mum, she might let you off." I imagine what she just said. "Do I look like one to be scared of a fourteen-year-old?" She is startled. "Wait, how did you know her age?" She asks suspiciously. A smirk makes its' way to my face."I make it my responsibility to find out everything about the woman I love." I wanted to be sure if it was okay since I didn't want to do anything to warrant a pool of tears when am
Cora's POV After serving my mum and Bray cookies, I was slightly green-eyed seeing how my mother related freely with Bray. I have never seen her laugh so much in years. Curiosity caught hold of me to find out what they were talking about but I wasn't lucky. They chatted and laughed as if they have known each other for ages. I know Bray has a way of making people comfortable around him if he wants to. Cecil came to bid him goodbye when I walked him to the door. She keeps insisting that he comes to visit more and even takes his contact. I wish I could explain to her how intricate things are between us. Soon, I dressed up and headed to the club. I can't help fringe with fright as to whether Patty has told George about Bray. If so, then Sawyer is already aware. The thought of how difficult it was for Brayden to even get a note to me, makes me feel vile. All along, both men had the same purpose. Thanks to Sawyer, Brayden is late. I feel it would have been easy if it was j
Sawyer's POV I will not take chances anymore. Today, I will tell her everything about me. I love her and I will do anything to make her mine. I heard Brayden Maddock dropped her off at school. I always knew that whoever was after her was no ordinary person. He controls business and I rule the mafia. I know that his line of work gives him much gentility, compared to me. You can't blame me. It's just the nature of we werewolves. We are violent but with her, I will exhibit all the gentility I can. Thanks to George, I have been more than able to hide my anger. I was expecting her to open up to me about where she went but she didn't. I don't want my possessive nature to scare her and she makes me go crazy. With Brayden being human, he doesn't stand a chance against me. He might rule the human world but I will defeat him if it comes to love. If I have to take down another human, sure I will and that will be him. If things don't go well tonight, I will hunt him and put a bu
Cora's POV I wake up to two pairs of eyes glaring at me. Sawyer was sitting by my side on the bed. The room smelled like him. His cologne scent was everywhere. Everything became vividly clear. Now I understand why Patty hid things from me. With this knowledge, I can't bring myself to hate her anymore. This is a secret that they don't reveal and true, I would have relocated if she had told me about it. I wouldn't have allowed myself to get so caught up. She found her love and accepted him the way he is. What about me? I can't believe this. Not only is Bray a Dragon but Sawyer is also a werewolf. Two mysterious creatures at that. Yes. I remember his tattoo. It's the only good thing I have discovered. I can tell my mum. There are so many things I need to know so I sit up on the bed. He looks fresh and his hair still has a bit of dampness. It means he just had his bath and was all dressed. I like him better in human form, even with the fierceness laced with him b