EVA'S POVI was so heartbroken when I got home that evening. Remember that I had just come back from seeing an old witch with Tara, who I had thought was my true friend. However, the witch had just told me that she was a friend paid for by my father. That darn old man that wouldn't just leave me alone to take care of things myself – he's always treating me like I'm a kid, like a little girl with no brain to think. I felt like my heart had been ripped out of my chest for a second time. First, it was Adrian now this, Tara, damn, I'm so unfortunate. Tara acted so nice to me – I couldn't believe that she would be able to deceive me like that.As I walked through the grand entrance of the mansion, I could feel the hot tears streaming down my face. I didn't want to face anyone or talk to anyone, I just wanted to be alone – that's why I snubbed my father and walked past him. I stormed into my room and banged the door so loud that everyone in the mansion heard it. I heard my mother's voice ca

ADRIAN'S POV"Grow up man, stop acting like a spoiled brat." Zayn blurted out, his eyes filled with anger."What???! How dare you call me a spoiled brat?? Have you lost it??" I thundered and grabbed Zayn by his collar. Well, relax – don't get overwhelmed with curiosity, I'll tell you how I and Zayn got to the point of shouting at each other.It was evening time and I was feeling bored at home so I decided to go to the bar to clear my head and have some fun – what's life without fun?? Well, the cool evening air was filled with the hum of chatter and laughter as patrons filled the dimly lit bar. The clink of glasses and the clatter of bottles provide a soothing background rhythm. The dance floor was alive with movement as bodies swayed and grinded to the beat of the music. The air was thick with the smell of alcohol and perfume, creating a heady mix that only adds to the lively atmosphere. The bartenders were busy mixing drinks, their arms moving in a blur as they expertly pour and mix

EVA'S POVI walked through the garden, my heart beating fast with excitement and fear – oh yes, I was both excited and scared at the same time. The flowers were in full bloom, their vibrant colors filling the air with a sweet, heady scent. I looked farther and spotted my father and mother sitting on a bench under a blooming cherry blossom tree, deep in conversation. I wondered what they were conversing about – those two, always up to no good."Dad! Mom!" I called out, waving and hurrying towards them.My parents looked up in my direction, their faces breaking into smiles as they saw me. "Eva, dear! What brings you out here?" My father asked as he smiled broadly."I have something very important to tell you both," I said with my eyes shining."What is it, sweetheart? What could be so important that you had to come out of your room??" My mother asked with a hint of concern creeping into her voice.Well, it was time to speak up. I knew that this was something important to me so I had to

EVA'S POVAs I trudged up the stairs to my room, my mind was swirling with confusion and frustration. My father's strange behavior in the garden had completely spoiled my mood, and I couldn't shake the feeling that he was indeed hiding something from me, his only child and heir.Once I got inside my room, I began pacing back and forth, my mind racing with thoughts of what my father could be keeping from me. I had a feeling that he had only agreed to my mating with Adrian because he didn't want to expose whatever it was that he was hiding from me – I couldn't help but wonder if his sudden change of heart had something to do with this secret of his.As I thought about his words, I felt a twinge of irritation. My mother couldn't even help out, she had been uncharacteristically quiet during our argument and just sat there – I couldn't shake the feeling that she knew something about my father's secret but decided to stay mute. I was seething with anger and resentment toward them. I felt my

A FEW MOMENTS LATERAfter I offered Zayn a seat in my room, we both sat down to discuss everything that had gone wrong."I know I was being an idiot," Zayn said and shook his head. "But I was just so frustrated with everything that was going on. I didn't mean to take it out on you. I'm sorry for speaking so disrespectfully to you and in public too, forgive me, bro.""I understand," I said, nodding. "But you know that you can always talk to me if you need to vent, right? I'm your best friend and I'm here for you no matter what. You are the only dumbass I love."Zayn smiled at me, his eyes filled with gratitude. "Thanks, man. That means a lot to me."Honestly, I love this guy – I wish I was into guys, I would have just chosen him to be my mate, my real mate of course not a fake one. We sat in silence for a moment, both lost in our thoughts. But then, Zayn cleared his throat and spoke up again."So, what do you say we put this all behind us and move forward? I don't want to lose you as m