Chapter 21

Brielle's POV

After we had that talk, I asked Blake to take me back home before I got reported as a missing person. The air between us became more tense and awkward. I don't know how to feel about the mate thing. It feels burdening to know that I'm going to be his without even having a choice. Well, I do have a choice. He explained to me that being mates doesn't necessarily mean that I am obliged to be with him. I could reject him. It sounded like something he would have loved to omit, but I guess he wanted to ease up the situation.

He didn't want me to feel freaked out. I wasn't freaked out though. It's not like I believe in true love or soulmates. Besides that, I was still trying to digest the fact that he was a werewolf. Earlier, I wanted to ask if he could show me and prove that he was really a wolf, but I let it go. I was scared of the truth. If he had shown me that he really could turn into a wolf, then there would be no denying it.

We arrived at my place. I stayed seated for a few minutes with him in awkward silence. I didn't know what to do. I was just frozen in place.

" Hey. I didn't get to". He cut me off before I could complete my sentence.

" No need. There is no need to thank me. We are close enough for me to do that for you," he paused. " I trust you. I know whatever you heard today, you will keep it to yourself."

I was supposed he said that. How could he trust me in such a situation regarding such a matter? I felt guilty that he trusted me so much, yet I was doubtful of him and his intentions. Even though I was not that scared of him, I still had that feeling that he would pounce on me and kill me. He didn't seem like he would do such a thing. He even brought me back home in one piece.

" For the record, I still don't believe what you have said to me. I can't. Regardless of everything, it wouldn't be wise for me to say anything to anyone regarding this matter. So, rest assured. Thank you for everything. I guess I owe you one."

I got out of the car and waved him goodbye. He rolled his window down and said," Go inside first. I'll leave once I see you inside."

" Thanks again," I smiled and walked to the house. I went inside and found my grandparents seated on the couch. They were both watching TV, and they didn't seem worried at all.

" I am back home," I announced, and caught their attention.

They turned back and looked at me. My grandmother's eyes lit up. " Oh, dear. You are back. I was starting to get worried. Anyway, how was the study group session? I'm so glad that you are opening up and starting to make friends."

Study group session. I looked at her with confusion.

" I am?" I asked.

" Yes. I heard from a teacher who called. She said that your grades are good, and you kindly offered to teach other students. She told me that you might be back home late."

This must be Blake's doing. He just saved me yet again. I didn't even think of what to say to them when I came back. They would have been so worried if Blake hadn't made this call.

" Oh, yes." I laughed awkwardly. I am not a very good liar, but in this case, I am not lying. I am just playing along with what has already been said.

" I did offer to teach other students. It took a lot of time because I am so exhausted grandmother. I just want to lay in your lap now. Come," I said and pulled her over to the couch where she was seated and laid my head on her lap.

" Wait a minute. Are you not hungry? I think you should eat first. "

* No, don't worry. I will eat later. I just want to lie here for some time."

Seeing my grandmother made me so emotional. Everything started to settle in my mind. I nearly died today. I would not have gotten the chance to say goodbye. It would have been the end for real. A lone tear escaped my eye. I wiped it away and calmed myself down before anyone could notice me. Thankfully, I was saved. Now that I know what I know, I will have to be careful. This is no ordinary town and I should bear in mind that there are forces that I never knew existed. What I would do with this information, I don't know. There is no one I can tell this to and I shouldn't. Some things are better left unsaid. I wonder how many more are around me. Blake is the only one I can trust.