CHAPTER 5

[Ella's POV]

I couldn't believe my awful luck. Not a single day not seeing him on campus. I thought he said he is only temporary at the university. It seems like he had moved on campus. If he really is a hunter, I am done for it. I really hoped to live at least through my youth. Just as I exit the library, I see him again keeping busy with a snacks ATM. I made my way to him; I must confront him about this. If he is a hunter, he should at least have the guts to act like a hunter and not like a coward, pretending to be my mate.

"Professor," I call for his attention. He turns to me and smile, his smile makes my heart stop. Why must he be so drop-dead hot? I asked myself while trying to keep my expression neutral.

"Hmm, and I thought I'd have to hunt for you the entire city!" He replies cheekily, his smile larger. I open my eyes wide in surprise, and pain made its way into my heart. Was I disappointed? I am not sure but admitting that he is a hunter made me feel so stupid. I stepped back and grabbed on one of my wolfsbane sprays.

"Why so antsy?" He asks, appearing taken aback because of my reaction.

"You…you…you really are a hunter," I replied, barely whispering the words. Tears threatening to ruin my make-up. My heart crunched in disappointment.

"What!?" He asked, looking surprised at my reply.

"Why do you have to kill me, I've done no harm to anyone!" I reply, tears now washing my make-up away. His expression changed, showing confusion.

"Why would I? Why do you think I am a hunter?" He asked, his voice full of worry.

"Well, how else would you know I am a werewolf. I hid my scent with wolfsbane. And you, you have no scent." I replied. "At least have the guts to act like a hunter!" I replied, deeply hurt, but also afraid.

"I am not a hunter." He replied closing the distance between us. "I am really not," He repeated. I could feel the same sparkle between us, even without touching. "I'll prove it!" He said, barely whispering the words. "Meet me tonight at 7 pm, in the JHB forum." He said, letting me go. "I have a lecture I must give right now." He continued, walking away. My heart was beating so fast that I thought I might faint. Strangely, Elpis was silent the entire time. Why are you so silent, Elpis? I asked her. Oh, sorry, I was asleep. Elpis replied. How come? I ask her. You can't really put the blame on me, with the amount of wolfsbane you've lately used I am surprised we are not in a comma. Elpis scolded me. Wait, why is your heart beating so fast? Did we go for a run? Elpis asked? No, I met the professor. I told her. Wait, our mate? Elpis asked. I don't think he is our mate; I think he is an undercover hunter. I replied, disappointment clearly coating my words. Nope, I am sure he is our mate. Do you know how you can make sure? Elpis asked. I don't. How? I asked Elpis Make him turn, Elpis answered. Any magic he is using will disperse when he turns. "Meet me tonight at 7 pm, in the JHB forum." His words echoed in my head. Should I meet him? Or is this a trap? I nervously looked at my watch. It was barely 4 pm. I had no lectures left for the day, and waiting until 7 pm for, maybe my demise, was already painful. You should wait! Elpis replied, hearing my thoughts. What if he truly is a hunter? I asked Elpis. I'll protect you. She replied. Please, just do this, for us! Elpis replied. It is the first time, Elpis has asked me for anything. How could I deny her request? Fine! I replied and headed back to the library to somehow fill my time.