Mariana's POV His eyes were filled with so many different emotions that I was unable to maintain eye contact. I was eager to discover that I could get such a response from him, even if I were frightened of what I would do later tonight. He scratched the back of his neck and inquired, clearing his voice, "Would you like to, um, take a seat?" That simple action told me he was just as anxious as I was. I stumbled and cleared my throat as I said, "Ye-yeah." I sat down at the table after following him to my reserved seat. A single rose was placed in a vase in the center of the white tablecloth-covered table, accented with a few rose petals. Naturally, the table had two place settings. The yacht's fairy light illumination created a wonderful atmosphere. It was a very fantastic night. While having supper with my prince charming, I felt like a princess. I turned to see the most stunning human being I have ever seen across the table, and a broad smile spread across my face as I peered i
Meanwhile, I was astounded by his disclosure as I glanced up at him. He cherished me. OMG! Three words and eight letters said he loved me. I had no idea how ecstatic hearing those three words would make me feel. I didn't think twice before saying, "I love you too," because I did. Not because we had sex, though. I believe that I had loved him from the day we met, like a thirst that had to be sated. Instead of avoiding Ryan, I made a brave move and responded to his earlier remark. My plate contained a slice of steak. I carefully picked it up with my fork and put it in my mouth. I savoured the last bite while sighing and closing my eyes. All the motivation I required came from knowing that Ryan was paying close attention to me. I cautiously opened my eyes to look across at him when he cleared his throat. I asked, pretending not to hear. He questioned, "Would you like dessert?" I sighed seductively, "Yes" and stood up from my chair. Marina's POV It was a fantastic last nig
Ryan told me he wasn't going to train me himself, which made me quite unhappy because, let's face it, imagine working out with your partner. I could leave training sooner rather than later if a strenuous make-out session followed a strenuous workout. They were so focused and motivated. What role do you want this to play? Do you want me to slap them with reality? The sound of Alana's voice flooded my mind. "No," " I take care of this" I responded. My attitude toward these wasn't appealing. She chuckled but gave up on trying to exert control over what happened. "They're going to walk all over you," she said. My mind, I could see her relaxingly eating popcorn while watching a movie. That was another factor that prevented me from failing. She and Ryan needed to know that I could handle myself. I strolled around the desk and sat on the opposite side of the boys, disregarding their interested looks. The boys screamed as soon as I sat with my butt on the chair. "What?" I inquired,
As soon as we got close, a girl bent before us and said, "Alpha, Stella" Her flaming red hair, which was tied back in a ponytail like mine, stood in stark contrast to her forest green almond-shaped eyes. Her heart-shaped face, straight nose, and firm cheekbones made her look stunning. Her athletic body was a giveaway that exercising was important to her. Ryan said, "Ella here will be training you going forward," The girl flashed me a nasty grin. This was not going to be fun at all. She replied directly, "Before you ask, I know that my name makes you think of Ella from Frozen." "I'm sorry, I'm not sure what you're talking about." I replied, a little embarrassed that I didn't get her point. "Holy cow! Have you spent your entire life living under a rock?" She cried out in shock. "Uh-" She made no room for an explanation when she declared, "We're having a cinema night tonight!" I turned to look at Ryan who was laughing at Ella's scream. After I elbowed him in the stomach, he q
Marina's POV "I'm very sorry" I realize this is all my fault. I didn't mean to injure you in that way; I was just angry because I couldn't get a hit in. Even though you might not believe it is significant, to me it is. Today I could have lost you." I muttered, holding back tears. By this point, I was swallowing quickly to fend off the tears that were on the verge of welling up. I fought back the tears for a moment, then, resting on his back for encouragement, I finally let them to run freely, racking with sobs. He remained silent the entire time I sobbed to him. I started crying even more as a result of his silence and lack of attention. He did nothing but remain motionless and rigid in my hand while I sobbed. He finally lets out a deep sigh and turns around after what felt like hours. He pressed me up against him as I sobbed. I feel like I've been crying and he's been comforting me a lot recently. He wiped away a few stray tears and scowled, attempting to pull away to look at my
Marina's POV He said, "Hey" to me from the side of the bathroom door. "Not today friend," I said in a goofy voice. I grinned. On the other side of the curtain, I could see him grumbling and shouting, "Not fair" Life is unfair, "Fine, meet me at the practice field in fifteen minutes" Hearing this made me automatically grumble since I was already dreading having to leave the restroom. Ryan's serious nature made the training even less enjoyable. It was terrifying as hell to be in a relationship. Because this was my first relationship ever, it was much more worrisome for me. He has probably had several relationships in the past, but I have absolutely no experience with this. He frequently advised me to follow the flow and not overthink things. However, I couldn't help but consider everything I did twice. He never did, not even when I was unsure of myself. One of the many reasons I fell in love with him was the fact that he always had my best interests in mind and was patient wi
Marina's POV Literally, Everyone there seemed so upset and dejected when I arrived, which further increased my anxiety. What if I approached the first person I saw if something terrible happened to me? I asked if they saw him. " You're not aware?" the woman questioned. What? I was confused. "Aware of what?" "The alpha's parents died one year ago today. Maybe you can locate him at the graveyard where he usually visits them "The woman answered with a sad face. That explains why everyone seems to be so depressed, I suppose. As soon as I received the directions from her, I was going there. I hurried there as quickly as I could, hoping to see him. And there, in front of two graves, he was bowed down. I approached his wobbly form gently and slowly. I extended my hand to touch him, but he grasped it before turning back to look at me with wet eyes. He questioned, "What are you doing here?" He looked angry. "You failed to return home last night. I just wanted to check on you." "
"I'll have five hot dogs and one for my buddy," Sophia said something to the man behind the hotdog booth, which I overheard. The man prepared her order, and then we gathered our food and money. We moved closer to a park bench where we could have our supper. Sophia groaned after her first taste, "Yes" I chuckle, "That sounds so weird. She sighed again, "Don't care, because it's just so good" People passing by gave us a few uncomfortable looks. Sophia just sat there mindlessly chewing her hotdogs while my face grew hot with humiliation. Sophia leaned over to speak to me, but because she had food in her mouth, I was unable to comprehend what she was saying. I asked incredulously, "What?" Once more, the food in her lips muddled her voice as she began to say, "I said-" "What?" I said while furrowing my brow in perplexity. I looked in the direction she must have been going to point, and sure sufficiently, there was Ryan. She said, "I said if it's not that Ryan hanging over there