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Chapter 21

Author: Lana Mora
last update Last Updated: 2024-05-17 11:32:10
Tabitha's POV

It'd been forever since I had such a good night's sleep. The injury I got from fighting off the rogue attack at the Silver Moon Pack was killing me. Every night, I'd been tossing and turning from the pain.

Finally, I could have a sweet dream tonight. I figured I gotta thank Derek for it, cuz I wouldn't be feeling any pain for a few hours.

Derek's familiar scent wrapped around me, his warm hug had me let my guard down.

I dreamed of a green lawn.

As I walked along, the clean earthy aroma wafted through the air. Soon, a tree rocked up in front of me. And a white wolf was curling underneath.

It was my wolf.

"Crystal?" I called out softly, moving closer.

Her fur was kinda yellowish, but she was breathing fine.

Seeing her in pain broke my heart. I knelt and caressed her, trying my best to bond with her.

Suddenly, she let out a soft whimper.

Though she didn't respond, I could tell she was on the mend.

Soon, the scene started going dark, my vision blurring
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what the hell??? his messed up??? and why are you still waiting on him to reject you? reject him already walk away!!! banish yourself ...‍... drama drama drama ...
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