Mates

I wiped away a fallen tear from my cheek. The shock was overwhelming. My chest pain that I thought was gone completely, came back in full force. My throat was eager to let out a loud sob.

How could he do this to me?!

Of course, it made sense. Because I was Henry Elsher’s daughter, the leader of the hunters who had massacred his family and his pack. I can’t even blame him or hate him. If it weren’t for my family’s sins, I wouldn’t have a vindictive alpha on my back.

Why is this always happening to me? I thought being sick or bullied was the worst. But this...

“Here.” Eliana sat beside me once again and handed me a glass of water. Her gentle presence gave me comfort. I took a slow sip, the cool liquid soothing my parched throat.

“Thank you.” I whispered, restraining my tears that threatened to fall. I must admit, her presence soothes me knowing I’m with someone who actually felt concerned for me.

“Do you want to talk about it?” she asked softly, her eyes full of concern.