Chapter 28 Rage & Love

~Drago's P.O.V~

I laid in the bed as she slept on my chest, I couldn't help but curse our beloved moon goddess for letting this happen to such a perfect soul. I gently slid out of the bed. I had been bottling up all this rage and needed to let it out. As I was walking out I saw mom sitting on the couch in the living room. She looked like she wanted to speak but I just shook my head, I couldn't speak right now. I know for a fact that it wouldn't be words leaving my mouth at least not pleasant ones if I had any. I walked to the tree line that was near the house. I took a deep breath and let it all out. The sound that escaped would have even frightened me had I not been the one that made it. Then using all of my weight and power I balled my hands into fists and punched the first tree in front of me. I could hear the wood whine and crack from the pressure as leaves began to fall on me. I fell to my knees. My poor mate. I never should have let her leave that night. I ignored my feelings the one thing Elric taught me to always trust, and now his precious little girl got hurt... I failed. I looked up at the moon tears running down my eyes. Please forgive me.

I felt Ghost pacing frantically in my mind. What's up? He whined [Go home.] he begged. My heart sank and I ran back. Mom jumped as the door burst open, but I was too preoccupied to care. I swiftly made it to my room. At first, nothing seemed odd but then I heard it. Her heart was pounding loudly and a small whimper left her lips. I got closer and saw that she was covered in sweat. The worst she was crying, she was so terrified of her dreams that she was crying. I quickly pulled her to me and gently stroked her hair "It's okay Ali I'm here. I won't leave again, I'm so sorry baby girl." I reassured her. My mom stood in the doorway watching. I saw her eyes water. She knew, she had already guessed it. She walked over to me with the determination of her Norse ancestors. Her face was hard "I don't care what anyone says, the second you get an opening you tear that little shit to shreds you hear me?" her voice sounded like if I didn't then she would kill him. I nodded.

It was a long night. I barely got any sleep I was worried that Ali would have more nightmares. I was watching her as she began to wake up. She gave me the same smile she had always given me, almost like she hadn't had nightmares all night. I gently stroked her cheek "How did you sleep my little bunny?" I asked her hoping she hadn't remembered the nightmares.

~Ali's P.O.V~

I woke up to the most amazing sight and I couldn't help but smile. I giggled as he asked me how I slept "Much better than I have in a long time." I said honestly. Even when I was in Craven pack I had never felt this well-rested. The smile that appeared on his lips made my stomach flutter. I looked down to hide the blush on my cheeks then notices a slight discoloration on his knuckles. I shrugged it off. Oh yeah, my feet. I playfully wriggled around so that Drago was still holding me as I took off the bandages. My feet were already healed! I looked up at him with a grin. Then of course my neck had to remind me of its wound. I reached up wincing. My eyes started to water till Drago gently moved my hand and placed his lips on the mark. My body exploded with pleasure and I could feel the heat building up inside me. I felt his low growl against my neck and back only making me feel hotter. I quickly pulled away "You did that on purpose!" I playfully accuse. His expression was dark yet sexy wait... no, no! Ali run! I yelled at myself don't give in to my teenage hormones.

I quickly ran to the washroom and slammed the door shut "I'm not coming out till you are fully dressed!" I yelled at him. I could hear his delicious laugh from the other side of the door. Wait delicious, what the fuck is going on with me? Cinder chuckled [He's our mate, these feelings will only continue to grow till you can't fight them anymore.] she teased me. Does that mean the same for Drago? Did he know before I did? If he did why didn't he tell me? Cinder sighed [They wanted us to choose for ourselves not feel forced to do so by the mate bond.] she explained. Suddenly it made sense. All those times I would hear the odd whimper or seeing the hurt look on his face. He loved me, he loves me. I wanted to accept him, but I don't want to rush things. Says the one who just spent the night in the same bed. I still need to figure out how to tell dad... please let him still love me.

I heard a knock on the door and opened it to see a fully dressed Drago. I smiled "Good now you can get out so I can change." I told him. He chuckled "Alright, alright, Bunny no need to push." he teased then left the room. I had begun changing when I heard a phone ring. Drago must have forgotten his phone in here. I found it on the bedside table and picked it up. It was Melly! I answered it "Melly!" I said happily. I know I was angry yesterday but Melly had been one of my best friends. I fell to the ground my knees crashing hard against the floor. No way "Eva, Angel we need to talk..." that voice said. I felt my stomach churn and my chest tighten. The door suddenly burst open. My head slowly turned to look at Drago, my vision was wet and blurry. I can't breathe...My chest hurts... Suddenly the world faded to black.