Brian POV I sat at the table off the screen listening as this story is told, and I can't help but believe it. Not just that, but all I can think of is how pretty Annalise is. Which is dumb because I've been so rude toward her. I know it's not something that can happen, but I saw her eyes when I was leaving, and although I was mean looking, I was actually thinking her eyes were beautiful. I need to stop this she's using my family she's not pretty she's a snake and needs to go. Like the moon goddess would give her powers, I can't believe this . It sounds crazy. Then again, there is proof everywhere i dont know what to think. I'm just going to go back to my Alpha training and try not to think about all this for a while. It's all so confusing. How can I think things like this about her when I was so sure she was a money digging liar? After the video call ends, I tell my parents, " I kind of want to stay and help, but I have to get back and get this finished this year. I love you guys." th

Brain POV It's the day we get to leave this place. It wasn't all bad, but I'm glad it's over, and I won't have to leave home for this long ever again, I hope. I finished my packing and checked on my room, mate Travis he had made a good suggestion. He has to pass through Tennessee anyway on his way back to Kentucky, so he suggested swinging by and visiting before he headed home it sounded perfect to me, so i agreed. We headed out the door, and I told him I'd have to stop and buy gifts on the way home. I decided on gift bags so I didn't have to wrap them.He was following me in his car and we were leaving town when I saw a sign for shops and decided I my as well go take a look. In the first store, I found a gift for my mom and sister. Nothing fancy, really just some scarfs for my mom she loves scarves, and for Bri, I found a nice bracelet and watch set that I think she'd like. As I was leaving, I saw this necklace and ear ring set that was so beautiful it had blue gems, and they were ro

Brian POV When she runs from the room, it tears me up inside. I know it sounds weird. I only know what my family had said about her, but that's so much more than enough. She's sweet and caring she's hard working and always wants to do her best. I heard how well she does in her workouts and training. This is so much more than most people know about their mates when they meet them. I also know she's resilient and strong. She may be the most amazing person, and she was meant for me, but here I've messed it up before it could even start. Bri is staring daggers at me, and I can't help but look down in shame. I breathe deep a few times, and I look back up, and I say to my sister, " You were right. I regret it all, and it only took one look from her to hate myself. This hurts knowing I've caused her to feel bad, and I'm going to do anything to make it better. I should have just been nice because she was your friend and you cared about her but I was too worried about what she could do to you

Annalise POV The day was nice and normal. We all hung out, and then Travis left. I noticed Bri was not that sad, and she seemed preoccupied, which confused me a little. Then Brian said he needed to get some stuff together for our date. So I decided to take a swim and then wash up before the date. I haven't picked an outfit yet, but I know I'm wearing the jewelry he bought me. So something blue I know that much, at least. I link Bri and ask,' Can you help me pick an outfit for tonight?' she says ' yea I'll swing by before the date' feeling better knowing she will be helping me. I go for a nice long swim. It feels good to exercise and stretch my muscles. I need to do more workouts while I'm on this break. I sigh and get out of the pool, and I head to my room it's almost six, and I want to hurry and wash up. I go probably way over board, but it's been so long since I've been on a date, and this one may be the most important one I've ever been on. I want it to be perfect, and if I don't d

Brian POV I woke up with her in my arms again, and I've never been happier than I had the past few days. Her heat should be ending soon, and I'm just hoping she wants to move into my room permanently. She can redecorate it and everything. I just want her with me always. Today, however, if she's up to it, I'd like to let Knight meet her wolf. He won't stop asking, and I know they've talked, but they haven't had any physical meeting, and that's not fair to them since their mates, too. I'd also really love to see her wolf. My sister says she's beautiful, and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't excited to meet her. Her arms pull me closer, I look down and smile as she leans in and kisses me.I can't believe how lucky I am as I hold her tight and ask, " How are you feeling today?" She sighs and says," Umm, hungry but ok, other than that. " I nuzzle her neck and kiss my mark, which makes her moan." And your heat, do you think it's over? any pain? you're not hot right now, are you?" she seems to