Chapter 8

It was a house . A medium sized one . But it was beautiful. It looked homely even from the outside. Decorated with Christmas lights it was a beautiful sight.

Mason parked the car in front of the house. I became nervous cause I didn't want to meet his parents yet . And what the h**** was he thinking bringing me to his house on our first date(if you could call it that even).

He must have realised my nervousness cause he smirked(his nerve) ,

"Don't worry. It is my house . I live alone. "

It didn't really help. He must have noticed it too because his cheeks went a slight shade of pink after he deciphered the underlying meaning in his words.

"No noo . I didn't mean it like that. I don't want you to think that I brought you home for other intentions or to meet my parents not that I would not but my parents are dead but they would have loved you if the met you . I bet they are happy because they are still kind of in my life if you know what I mean...."

My eyes bulged out and I was in shock of what I was hearing from Mason's rambling. I was blushing red he was scarlett . I gently touched his arm to stop him talking . With as much understanding, I said,

"I am sorry Mason, I didn't know. "

He gave a small smile and a nod but without him even knowing that smile did wonders to me . I too smiled a very happy smile.

He got out of the car and I was half out when he came to my side and gave me hand . I raised my eyebrows insinuating really while he gave me a shrug saying why not . I didn't think more just took his hand and exited the car .

Rather than entering the house like I thought he would , he walked me around the house and into the backyard . It was BEAUTIFUL.

His backyard had trees kind of like fences. It was lit up by fairy lights. And in the center a table was set with candles.

"Do you like it?"

He is kidding right . I fucking love it . Alright by seeing his expression he is not kidding... wait ... ooooohhh he is nervous .

"Mason , I Really.... "

He deflated like a balloon but he didn't yet hear my complete sentence.

"Love it . Oh Mason it's so beautiful. How can you think that anyone can dislike this."

Saying this I walked into his backyard. It is a normal backyard but it was beautiful. Ok I am going to stop saying beautiful but there isn't another word to describe it.. perfect that's it. I voiced my thoughts,

"It's perfect Mase."

Well there is no reply . Did he run off to the mountains....I turned to look at him, nope he's still here. He is looking at me.. staring at me . Alright my stomach is protruding , I warned you Ella to wear dark colors but you didn't want to.....

"Uff....."

I am cut off from my ramble when he crashed and crushed me with a hug. It was like being enveloped in love . LOVE... Are you crazy lady?

"Thank you, thank you." He kind of repeated it.

"You are so beautiful not just outside but inside. I am soo happy to have you as my mate."

He said this directly into my ears because he didn't pull off from the hug. Hearing mate I could only think of one thing .. He FRIEND-ZONED me.

He chuckled , did he hear what I thought or god help me if I thought aloud...

He pulled away but kept his hands on my waist.

"No I did not friend-zoned you. And yes I can hear your thoughts., "

Why do I have a mental image of Olaf saying He's gone crazy ..

Mason is trying hard not to laugh .

"I am not crazy Elle. This is one of the reason why I asked you out on a date. If timing was good I would have eased upto you the bomb I am gonna release now. But apparently the timing of my life is not exactly in line with my expectations. So first let's sit ."

He made me sit on the grass a few feet away from the table.

"Ella , do you believe in God?"

I nodded.

"Do you believe in the supernatural?"

I gave him a puzzled look.

"Like vampires, witches,.... maybe werewolves?

I laughed, "No , I believe in good and evil. That's it , no twilight stuffs. Maybe a bit about werewolves because of Harry Potter, other than that No, I

don't. "

"Well ,then you can completely believe in the existence of werewolves. Because I am a werewolf. "

My first instinct was to laugh at him but the serious and nervous expression he wore made me believe that what he said was serious. It sent a chill down my spine. I looked to the sky to see if there was a full moon.

"And"

There is an and...

"You are my mate like in soulmate . Our lives are tied to each other. I will not be able to live completely without you and you without me. "

I did not sign up for a date for this . My head is spinning after he said tied to each other. Ooh God I promise to come to church more often and to always listen to my parents .Please PLEASEE Don't let what he just said to be true. Please...

"Ella please don't cry."

I am crying.. I didn't realize. What if was not crying in a situation like this then I would have deemed myself crazy .

"As I said if it was any other time I would have gladly warmed you up,"

How can he even think that I will ever warm up to this kind of news.

"But there is no time for us. You have to come with me . Not right now, I will let you think about this over food . Come ."

He helped me stand up , but my feet were frozen due to sitting in the same way for a long time. I lost my balance and fell onto Mason. He caught me and steadied me .

I looked at the ground because our faces were far too close for my liking .. Yeah I know if it was earlier I would have just kissed him . But no after what he told me I don't think I am able to even look into his eyes. I am not embarrassed just angry maybe also a bit embarrassed.

Angry because life cannot just throw this big news and sit there in the corner and laugh. And embarrassed because I am his mate , not because of him but embarrassed because I don't think I am capable of being his mate . I always believed falling in love gradually,not because I am obliged.

Mason led me to the table and went inside his house. Maybe to bring out food. That's when I heard a rustling sound . I literally jumped a feet .

"I know it is a bit fast and unexpected but believe me Elle when I say finding a mate is a true blessing. Atleast I believe in it now . Not now, from the moment I first saw you cause when I first saw you my wolf was jumping, saying 'mate ,mate, that's our mate. And omg she is beautiful and perfect '."

He was walking with two plates full of food and two wine glasses with a bottle of wine . Don't ask me how he carried it all at once. I couldn't me because I am still processing his words.

He set the plate in front of me . It was steak and mashed potatoes looking perfectly cooked and delicious to eat . But I was not able to taste anything .

Mason looked worried.

"I am sorry Elle. Please believe me when I say I would have extended saying this to you as long as I could , but I cannot . Please eat. I cooked this myself."

Well that piqued my interest . Even though I am angry at him ,you've got to agree with me that men who can cook are really rare and if you find one you are really lucky . Not including chefs. But ordinary men who cooks for you.

I mustered a small smile and said,

"Is it safe to eat?"

He looked might relieved from my answer. He gave a small smirk ,

"Why don't you try it?"

We laughed and enjoyed it . Without bringing Mason's bomb again for discussion.

But the evening had other plans.