I tried everything to get some sleep, but I ended up tossing and turning all night. His scent was so intoxicating it drove me crazy.I know that he doesn’t want me. He made that perfectly clear. He might as well have thrown a cold glass of water in my face. I just wish he would have told me what I did wrong.I want to hate him for making me feel like this, but I’m confused more than anything. Why would he put us in a room together if he didn’t have intentions of doing anything? Why did he act like he cared for my safety? This car ride has been painfully quiet. Thank the goddess, we will be to Moonlight soon.I glanced over at Creed, but he just kept his eyes on the road. I felt so bad this morning that I gave in and let him drive. I’m not in the mood for anything. We made a little small talk but didn’t say a word about that amazing kiss or anything else.I slightly shook my head and looked back out my window. Maybe this is what the guys have been protecting me from. That kiss was amaz
I had a great day with Jacie. You can tell she’s the life of the party everywhere she goes. We spent most of the day setting up our room and talking, while sipping on vodka and orange juice. She completely changed my mood, and I have a feeling it’s going to be a wild year. “I can’t wear this, Jacie,” I said as I stood in front of the mirror checking out another skimpy dress, she had me try on. “Come on. This is college and you look hot. That little black dress shows off your curves perfectly. It looks better on you than it ever did me.” “I don’t know, I planned on just wearing jeans to the party.” She shook her head, “ no way. This isn’t that type of party. You need to dress up and make that boy toy of yours sorry for turning you down.” I laughed, “I’m not sure if I want to though. Creed just confuses me. One minute I want him so bad I can barely stand myself, but then I think about things. I don’t think I want a boyfriend. I want freedom. This is my chance to do whatever I wan
Ryker sat down beside me and moved my hair out of my face. “Arabella, are you OK? What the hell happened? You have never lost control like that.”“I don’t know what’s wrong with me. I’ve been feeling so mixed up and just off the last couple of days, but this out-of-control feeling came on so quick. I felt like I couldn’t even move.” I tried holding back my tears, but my emotions were also out of my control. I just laid there and let the small streams roll down my cheeks.Ryker nodded, “how much have you had to drink?”“I don’t know I lost count. I started soon after I got here.”“What the hell, Bella? It was like noon when you got here.”“I know, but it was a long drive and I just wanted to relax and have some fun. I was having a great time with my roommate.”“Fun, does this look like fun to you?”“I’m sorry. I don’t need your lectures, and please don’t tell mom or dad.”Ryker growled, “Drake and Ezra are on their way here. Can you explain to me why we are now on Creed Attora’s hit li
Creed laid me down on his bed and sat down beside me. I took a minute to look around. It’s a single room, and it’s bare. “No roommate,” I asked him. He chuckled, “no I like my privacy.” “It feels so empty in here.” “I like simple, and if you remember correctly, some little fire cracker blew up my truck.” He smiled down at me, and I blushed. “I already said I’m sorry for that.” He chuckled again, “I know, but I still like seeing how flushed your cheeks get when we talk about it.” Creed took both of our shoes off and crawled up behind me. He started slowly rubbing my arm, and it ignited the sparks between us. “Why were you dancing with that warlock tonight?” I shrugged my shoulders, “You confuse me.” I continued looking straight ahead at the bare white wall. It was easier to talk to him without looking into his eyes. “I wanted to know how it felt to have someone attracted to me.” I felt Creed’s body go stiff, “Do you think I’m not attracted to you?” I took a deep breath and tr
It’s only been two days since I’ve seen Creed, and I’m not sure if our distance is helping or hurting my wolf. I felt so relaxed when I was in his arms, but now I just feel anxious and kind of depressed. We spent the whole night talking after the party, and we told each other everything.Creed has been through a lot, and I hope he succeeds at overthrowing his father. It would be the best thing for his whole den. I wasn’t really shocked that his king is a power-hungry fool. After all, I’m from Green Ridge. We save supernaturals from that exact scenario all the time, and it’s the main reason I need to keep my powers hidden. The one thing that did surprise me was the fact that he’s a virgin, just like me. That’s almost unheard of with male wolves. They can barely control themselves and stay away from she wolfs until they are old enough to get their wolfs. There’s something special about knowing we will be each other’s first. It’s romantic, but it also makes me want him even more. I can’
I don't expect Jacie to understand everything that is running through my mind right now. All she knows about me is that I’m a wolf. I managed to get through the rest of my classes today, but I’m not sure what to do now.Dawson is definitely a bear shifter. I knew it as soon as I got close enough to scent him. Jacie pointed out that bears can track anything or anyone. She’s right, he probably already knows which room is mine. I can’t hide from him for long.I think this pond is my new favorite spot at Moonlight. It reminds me of home. We have a clearing in the woods that looks similar to it. A simple pond surrounded by large trees. There’s no place in the world more peaceful.I went for a run after class, but my wolf is just now starting to settle as I relax and watch the small ripples in the water. I need to talk to someone that knows me, but I don’t dare to tell Ryker or the other boys yet. He will go straight to my dad, and I’m not ready to go home. I just got here. I twirled my ph
I tried to rehearse the conversation in my head as I walked to Creed’s room, but I have no idea what to say. If I want to keep his trust, I know I need to be honest with him. I just hope he is understanding, and not mad.I need a minute to calm down the butterflies in my stomach before I go in. I stood in the hall just staring at his door. It’s not like it matters, I’m sure he can smell my scent just as strongly as I can smell his.I put my fist up to knock, but he opened the door before I had a chance.“Hey firecracker, what are you doing here?”“Hi, I needed to talk to you about something.”Creed smiled and kissed my cheek, “Come on in, and I’ve missed you too. I didn’t think you would be able to keep your distance for long.”I looked at the ground for a minute before answering him. His eyes are so beautiful it’s almost hypnotizing. I get lost in them.“I wish it was just an excuse to see you, but something happened today that I need to talk to you about.”“OK, what is it? You can te
When I got back to my room, Jacie was gone. I’m starving, but I’m not in the mood to go to the cafeteria. How dare Creed? I don’t know what kind of girls he’s used to hanging around with, but this girl will never submit to him. He doesn’t own me.Lucky for me, I’m used to dealing with overprotective wolves, and I know just how to handle them. I’m sure pig-headed dragons are not much different. I searched the small kitchen area for something to eat, as I contemplated what to do next. I know I need to talk to Dawson. I at least need to explain my reaction to him, but I’ve had all I can take of men’s crap tonight.I opened the freezer, oh Ben and Jerry’s for the win. Perfect pint size containers, no need for a bowl. I chose the chocolate therapy. It’s perfect after the day I’ve had.I changed into some comfy pajama pants and curled up on my bed with my ice cream. I may have had a rough day, but the rest of my night with be perfect.I tried flipping through the channels to find something