Ch. 15

The sun was setting before I knew it. The sky was a bright crimson as the sun kissed the horizon. Talia was excited and ready for a run, but I was feeling kind of nervous. I've always heard that the first time hurts like a bitch.

'Only for a moment, Ember. After that you won't feel pain.' Talia tried to soothe my nerves, but it was too daunting a task even for her.

When I get anxious only Ash can seem to calm me down. I am thinking it's a twin thing, but who really knows.

"You ready?" Ash's large steps echoed behind me.

"Not really." I answered honestly.

"Hey," he turned me around to look at him. "It's going to be fine. Just listen to your wolf and let her take over. I know that's hard for you, wanting control all the time, but you need to let go."

I sighed. He was right, letting go is the hardest thing for me to do after the many times I have been hurt.

"It's harder than you make it sound." I grimaced.

"It really isn't Ember. Besides, I'll be by your side. Me, Mom and Charles.