Forever Mine

Chapter 2 Ana I scan the apartment one last time before I put my bags in my car. I think I have it all. Courtney texts me and lets me know that she is all set. I put the car key under a rotten plant on the porch and walk to college. Someone will pick it up for me. I only live around 15 minutes’ walk from campus, so I easily can get over there. It’s a nice day, even though I feel awful. My heart is breaking. I never cry but yesterday I cried my heart out, and today I’m numb. As I strut down the street, I keep my head held up despite all the stares and whispers that follow me as I move. Not one person gets a response from me – not even those who greet me. My outfit today consists of tight black leather pants, knee-high boots, and a slim white top that displays my silhouette flawlessly. While my ex would often comment on how shapely my body is, today I feel especially confident in showing off my curves. With my hair draped across my shoulders and smoky eyeshadow paired with mascara, I

Chapter 4 Ana The car journey home is hazy. My heart hurts, and my mind is wandering. I'm despondent, lonely, and empty. I believed I had discovered my soul mate. Prior to the age of 21, we cannot smell our mate, but that our wolf loves someone is a powerful sign that we might be compatible. Since Alex is a human, it would be more difficult if people knew he was my partner. But it doesn't matter anymore. We're done now. Courtney and Dylan, both give me sidelong glances, but neither of them says anything. Most likely, it's for the best. I have consented to return home and begin the voyage to become a pack leader, as evidenced because we are traveling back to our pack in Miami. I know I must inform my father about Alex and my perception that he is my soul partner. But before I do that, I must tell him about his treachery. That will place Alex's life in danger, but despite my broken heart, I don't want Alex to suffer. Alex Despite bombarding Anas's phone and social media, I have rece

Chapter 6 Alex Taking a ride in the car and hoping I'd find my way to Ana didn't seem very successful. I just knew she was from somewhere near the ocean; we never discussed her hometown much, only our dreams and fantasies of leading a life without many expectations. I wish I had asked her more questions about it now. I'm so lost without her. I feel like a part of me has been taken away, leaving behind only memories of the time we had together. She's missed terribly by me. My beloved girl is gone. I watch Brad, who is driving my new red Porsche, and it looks like he's deep in thought. Guilty thoughts, most likely. I was so shocked when they told me about the authentic story of what happened last weekend that I literally shattered inside. Even though it wasn't my fault, I felt horrible. Like such a jerk. I mean, yeah, I cheated on Ana, but not intentionally — or at least, not purposely. Damn! "Alex, man, I'm really sorry," Brad spoke up. "Your dad convinced us that Ana was trouble!"

Chapter 8 Alex My father's expectations made me livid. He believed he had the right to decide whom I could or could not date, even whom I could love. That was so incredibly wrong. It was my life, and my choice of partners. That I played college football in Georgia did not make me only a jock. I had goals and desires beyond just playing sports, but above all else, what I wanted most in life was a happy future with my family and my significant other. I pushed Shauna away from me and roughly set her on the couch beside us. My blood boiled with anger towards both her and my father; who were they to dictate our romantic lives? They had no right! I loved Ana. “Dad, what the hell is your problem? Why are you trying to push me into marrying Shauna? What reason do you have?” As usual, he did not respond. Instead, he gave me a blank expression and proceeded talking about how Shauna and I would get married and build our future together as a couple. “My son, scouts are on the lookout for foo

Chapter 10 Ana I could not locate my father. It appeared he was avoiding me, like he held important answers that I desired yet refused to give up. After Courtney's disclosure, I knew I had to take matters into my own hands to gain closure. Did Alex need to be informed of Shauna's alleged deception? Was it possible for a werewolf to sense something like this without being told? These unresolved questions needed attention. I turned on my phone, which had been deactivated for the past week, and discovered many missed calls and voicemails from Alex, Gills, Brad, and even some other acquaintances. Though I felt betrayed, I went through all of them before deleting everyone and blocking their numbers. I would get a new phone shortly and then alter my number again. Before I could do that, however, there was an urgent call that I needed to make.I tapped Gill's contact information and dialed her number. She answered almost immediately. “Ana! Is that you?” she asked, sounding worried. I sudde