MasukAxel's povMy heart felt like it was tearing inside as I stumbled out of Winter's room. My breathing is ragged as I dragged a hand through my hair.She had rejected me. My mate had looked me straight in the eyes and rejected me. And honestly.....I didn't blame her. I had hurt her even though I thought I was doing the opposite.Hunter was silent which was weird because by now he would've been clawing at my mind, demanding that I turn around and go back to our mate.But even he seemed broken and unable to find the strength to fight. 'We lost her,' he said in my head, his words heavy with pain.I clenched my jaw. 'I know,''You hurt her.' He said in a broken tone and pushed himself to the back of my mind.'I know,' I whispered back even though I knew he wouldn't answer me.A few students turned to look at me and I couldn't find it in me to care. My chest still burned from the rejection and every breath felt like I was inhaling shards of glass.I had spent years convincing myself that pus
Winter's povI didn't think I'd do it. I didn't think those words would've come out of my mouth. But they did. And there was no taking them back now."You don't get to come here now and tell me you pushed me away because you cared. Because whether you meant to or not..." I pressed a trembling hand against my chest. "You broke me."Axel pressed his palm harder against his chest. I could see it in his eyes, feel it somehow through the whatever 'bond' we shared. It was hard to describe it but I felt...it.I felt his pain. And I felt mine. Both crashing into me at once.So painful. So damn painful."Win-He gasped in pain while his face twist in agony but I shook my head. "I'm doing us both a favor Axel. That's what you should've done," My voice cracked through the room. "You should've rejected me," I swallowed hard, clutching my own chest. "Problem," I breathed sharply. "Solved.""Winter please," Axel fall to his knees and the impact nearly had me wince. He looked up, his red eyes tearin
Winter's povThere he was.....standing outside my dorm room like he hadn't just shattered my entire world. Axel Storme. My supposed mate.The man who had known from the very beginning that I was his fated mate...yet never once found the courage to tell me. Instead, he'd watched me, ignored me and mocked me.My fingers tightened around the doorknob until my knuckles turned white."I knew you'd show up," I said coldly, my eyes never leaving his face. "Mate," I mocked, the word tasting bitter on my tongue.The title would've brought me joy if he hadn't hurt me so badly.I watch his jaw tightened and watch the way his Addams apple bobbed when he swallowed. His eyes searched mine desperately, almost pleadingly, and I hated myself for noticing how saddened he looked."Winter..." His voice came out rough, almost cautious like he was afraid I'd turn him away. "Can I come in?"I stared at him for a few long seconds silently. Every part of me wanted to slam the door in his face. He deserved it.
Axel's pov"You really think showing up while Hunter is barely under control is a good idea?" Ashton asked from behind me the second my hand wrapped around the doorknob.My grip tightened until the metal made a sound beneath my fingers. Of course I knew he was right.Hunter was still too close to the surface. My wolf was still pacing relentlessly inside my head, whining for our mate.'She must be hurting,' he whined in my head. The words clawed at my skull.Every instinct screamed at me to go to her and to make sure she was safe and to explain everything. Hell, I want to beg her for forgiveness and I'd go on my knees if I have to.I closed my eyes for a short moment before letting out a rough breath."I need to see her," I murmured, my voice hoarse from everything that had happened.I knew Ashton only wanted to protect both of us. But this...was my mess. Winter was hurting because of me.No one else could fix what I'd broken. Not Ashton and not my parents. The only person who can is m
Ashton's povHis nostrils flared as his claws flexed at his sides and then a dangerous growl rumbled from deep within Axel's chest, vibrating through the destroyed apartment."I told her she's your mate," I held his crimson gaze, refusing to back down even though Hunter was staring right at me.In seconds like I had expected, Axel was in front of me gripping my neck. He slammed me into the wall behind me and I can hear the bits of the wall where it had no doubt crack from the impact, fall to the floor."You had no right!" Axel roared, his voice no longer sounding entirely human.I gripped his wrist, glaring into the eyes of my brother. "You've said plenty of times you had yourself under control," I continued, rubbing at my neck. "Yet every single time you get near Winter, Hunter takes over!""I was fine." Axel argued but of course not even he believed his words."The apartment says otherwise," I gritted out and gestured around us to the overturned furniture, shattered picture frames a
Winter's povMy heart skipped painfully against my chest by his words. Ashton said Axel wanted me.But somehow...that knowledge didn't make the ache in my chest disappear. If anything, it made it worse. Because if he truly wanted me.....he would've given me that chance to choose my own fate.I closed my eyes for a quick second before letting out a shaky breath. This was too much to take in at once. I slowly shook my head, trying to clear the storm raging inside my mind before looking back at Ashton."That's.....". My voice caught in my throat and I swallowed hard. "That's a lot to take in all at once, Ash."He stayed quiet, giving me the chance to gather my thoughts."I..." I looked away from him, my eyes drifting toward the dorm building behind him. "I need time." I uttered and brought my gaze back to his.Ashton's brows immediately pulled together with worry. "Winter, I know you need time to think things through but I don't feel safe with you doing that here.""No," I said firmly b
Evie's povI didn't like the way she said it or the way she looked at me. I could see it in the depths of her soul as I peer into her eyes across the bed....she hated me.I looked at Ryan pleasingly. " I will be fine I promise. I will drink fluids if it's necessary but I don't want to stay here."R
Evie's povThe impact clashed in the air with loud growls and roars.A surprised gasp tore from my throat as the two massive wolves collided, teeth snapping, claws tearing into dirt and flesh to draw blood. The sound alone, loud snarls, vicious growls, the mere crack of force, has the warriors look
Evie's povThe world seems to stop and for a heartbeat, I couldn't seem to remember how to breathe.Kim's face twists in disbelief, her eyes shadowing with anger and hurt. Her hand, which had been clutching Ryan's arm, drop to her side like she had been scorched.My stomach flips."How how could yo
Evie's povStanding on the stage surrounded by his entire pack, Ryan's eyes still searched for me first and when they did find mine, those eyes softened immediately. Butterflies erupted violently in my stomach.Everyone held their breath when Ryan stepped toward the center of the platform. Ryan sur







