When the knob rattled, Alex quickly got up and stood on the side of the door. He saw how her eyes widened and heard her gasp of surprise. He saw how her hand seemed to be pushing the door closed again, so he stuck a foot to prevent that from happening. Luna saw him making that step and she felt even more embarrassed. She did think of slamming the door shut again. She’s not ready to face him yet. She didn’t want him to see her cry again so she decidedly kept her head down, not daring to look at his face. Alex thought he should properly use this chance. “Luna, I’m sorry. I apologize for hurting you. I didn’t mean what I said. Will you forgive me?” She tried to speak, opening her mouth, but no words came out. What is she to say? It’s fine, I forgive you? Should she make it easy for him? How are you supposed to deal with this situation? She has zero experience interacting with people. Her visions are no help. Her knowledge didn’t prepare her for first-hand experience. Her wisdom isn’t th

He didn’t get enough sleep but he still got up early. His men in charge of breakfast woke up around the same time as he did. Alex washed up, changed his clothes and went to see Luna. It would be best to get their things packed in the vehicles so they can leave immediately after the meal. They have a long journey ahead of them.Luna was already dressed when he knocked on her door and she grinned as she skipped towards it. Her excitement was evident. She would finally be leaving this place! Inside her, though, she still felt nervous. Nothing would go wrong, right? She can leave with him, yes?“Where’s your pack? Let’s put them in the vehicle.” He stepped inside her room to retrieve what they packed last night.“Is this all?” He didn’t insist that she packs most of her things. If she needed anything, they can provide it to her at Snow Mountain.“Yes.”“Let’s go, then.” He le

They reached the territory near midnight. The silence was almost deafening, albeit littered with the sounds of crickets. Those patrolling the border welcomed them. Alex did inform his parents of the time they would be arriving. He looked at Luna, who’s asleep on his shoulder. Well, they all need rest. Surely, everyone can wait until tomorrow to discuss matters. They drove the vehicles until they reached the pack house. He sighed, seeing his parents were actually waiting. “Alright. Pack up and rest, everyone. You all did well.” He thanked his men and they grunted in reply. Alex carefully untangled himself from Luna. The men to greet their Alpha and Luna before departing for their respective houses. “You shouldn’t have waited. It’s very late already.” Alex greeted them as well before conversing. Sab smiled before pulling him into a hug. “It’s the longest you’ve been gone from home. I was worried.” Alex felt exasperated. He’s a grown-up man, yet his mother still treats him like a ch

Clyde reached for his mate’s hand and held it tight as they began the story.“Your mother felt the bond, but I didn’t. She only came to tell me when I was already considering choosing a mate from another pack. As I wasn’t feeling the bond, I didn’t believe her. I thought she was lying. But you should know, Sab and your uncle Ice are very close friends. They’re almost like brother and sister to each other. Ice believed her. But in my case, I couldn’t. In my mind, I needed to feel the bond to believe it. I asked her to reject me and she did.”“That was difficult for me. When I found out he was my mate, I was very happy. When he didn’t react the way I expected him to, I was confused. It took me a while to realize he’s not feeling the bond. He wasn’t avoiding me. He would still talk to me when there’s something to talk about. He didn’t do anything to indicate he’s rejecting me. I aske

He was given a short break. An hour of it and he decided to spend it staring at Luna. He sat on the bed, leaning on the headboard and looked at her closely. She’s no doubt the most beautiful person he has ever seen. The way she carries herself is also unique. He’s not sure if it’s confidence or she’s just a naturally calm person. It seemed like the latter. Sometimes, the air of mystery around her causes him discomfort. He doesn’t like not knowing whatever she already knew.As he was contemplating, there’s one thing he has concluded. He couldn’t fully trust her when she’s clearly withholding information. A part of his mind reminded him that she claimed she couldn’t divulge things when the timing isn’t right. He sighed. Should he believe that? Should he try pushing her to tell him? Just thinking of doing so, he somehow saw a disappointed image of her in his head. It was similar to when he suggested she kiss someone els