Adora My day was useless. I couldn't focus on any lecture; the professor's voice sounded like a buzz in my ear. All that filled my head was Damien and the look of disgust on his face and how he walked away, pretending like I didn't exist.The bond was strong, tugging at my heart, but what could I do when my mate didn't want me? He was going to break it, that's for sure, which means that I'd have to move to the sister sanctuary forever and live in isolation and loneliness.I stood up abruptly because I couldn't bear the thought of being in that prison. I needed to talk to Morgana. Grabbing my bag, I rushed out of the room and didn't care if I missed the rest of the class.Using the mind link was not allowed on the school premises because it could cause lots of distractions. But I needed to talk to her and mind-linked her, hoping she was not too busy."I need to see you, Morgana, it's urgent."She responded immediately, "What's wrong? Can't we talk through the mind link?""No, I need
Adora "What's the point of talking to him?" I said, holding in my tears."Please don't cry," she rubbed my back.I shrugged. "I don't even have tears in my eyes anymore. It's just crazy that the moon goddess is hell-bent on destroying my life.""Don't say that, you know that's blasphemy," she warned me with a soft tone. "If you want, I can talk to my dad. He has the right to summon Damien; he's the alpha after all.""Thanks for trying," I said, "but I'm done."I got home and dropped my bag on the couch. I could hear the blast of music from upstairs, thanks to my noisy brother, Nolan.My grandma was in the kitchen, stirring soup and humming a tune. They were all happy, not knowing the pain I was going through. Well, it's not like I planned on telling them; I didn't want them to worry."Grandma, you shouldn't be standing for too long or even stressing yourself because of the arthritis,” I said, announcing my presence."Oh, please," she chuckled, and I stared at her hands, which were sw
Thor This morning brought me a bout of unexpected mood swings. I felt so sensitive and moody. The frustration of not having my mate by my side made me unable to think clearly and my head was filled with negative thoughts about myself which had never happened before.I felt dirty and disgusting for even nursing the thoughts of polluting that innocent girl and ruining her life. She didn't deserve to be with a rogue like me.I was incapable of performing the simplest tasks and left the morning run to Conan and Oscar. Reina was stunned that I rejected her famous coffee and toast. Then she made me cereal and freshly squeezed oranges.Because she was pregnant, I felt bad for causing her stress in the meal preparation process, and even though I had no desire to talk to anyone, I endured the chaos at the dining table. The bowl of cereal before me might as well have been ash for all the interest I could muster in it. My mind was consumed by thoughts of Adora. Her innocence was fucking contras
AdoraDamien avoided me all week, treating me like I had a contagious disease. My mental state was deteriorating, and the more he distanced himself from me, the more he hurt my feelings. We could not avoid each other because we were in the same class. It started when one of our lecturers gave us a group project to complete. When it came time to divide into groups, Damien purposefully declined to join my group and instead joined one that was already filled.Our gazes locked, and he quickly looked away. Every time I passed him, I would be acutely aware of his rejection; he would get so interested in his notes or laptop and would even strike up a random conversation with a stranger. It hurt to see how closed off he was.He had a preference for a specific area of the classroom so I arrived early and sat close to his seat. He scanned the room as soon as he arrived, purposefully avoiding the entire row, and sat at the other end. That same day, I met him at the coffee shop. He seemed to h
AdoraMy heart was racing as I hurried forward. It was useless to try to hold onto Nolan because he was stronger than granite. I gave him a punch, grabbed his arm, did everything I could think of, but it was not getting through.I yelled at him while I positioned myself between them, with my arms outstretched to create a barrier. I didn't like that Damien was bleeding."And who is this pig?" I grabbed Nolan's hand and heard Damien's girlfriend yell. Because Nolan was distracted, Damien jabbed his finger in Nolan's face."Please, Nolan, stop this," I begged him while Damien's girlfriend glared at me. The tightness in her face made her skin stretch into a snarl, and I feared that her face might burst open if she didn't stop looking at me like that.Blood trickled from the cut on Damien's brow, and I felt concerned for him. His hands balled into fists as he glared at me."You sent your brother to beat me up, didn't you?" he snapped."I haven't even started with you," Nolan threatened. "I
DamienI stole a glance at Shirley from the corner of my eye as we sat in deafening silence in the car. The atmosphere was so tense, and I felt guilty for causing her such pain.I had no intention of getting intimate with Adora and could not quite put my finger on what it was that was pulling at me, but it seemed like the more I saw her, the stronger my feelings were for her.The mating bond was stronger than anything I had ever felt in my life, and I could not take it anymore.But I owed Shirley my life; I promised never to leave her. It wasn't that hard to do. I tightened my grip on the wheel and drove home.She sat beside me, her posture rigid, and broke into a self-deprecating laugh. Neither in our relationship as lovers nor as best friends had there ever been any awkwardness between us."I promise you, baby—it is not what you think. I know you're upset, but please, we can work this out.""Work what out?" she exclaimed, holding onto her purse as I experienced unbearable heat flash
AdoraA strong silence, the type that felt as if someone had died, descended upon the house. Mom dropped down on the single sofa, slumping rather than sitting straight, and stared at me with concern and pain in her eyes.Grandma kept berating Damien and his mother, blaming herself for welcoming them. Dad walked with stiff dignity, piercing the room and forcing a laugh.I wish he would just stop. I sighed dejectedly, my hands trembling, feeling a sensation of emptiness. I wasn't expecting to see Damien in my house, and I wondered what must have gone down with his mother and his girlfriend. Perhaps the girl went crying to Damien's mother.His mother looked so good for her age, and it was either that she had very good genes or she had gone under the knife. But I could bet it was the second option because her face was lifted, and she was talking through her nose.The woman looked jocular and vain, and I shuddered, wondering how my bond with Damien was going to end.This wasn't looking goo
AdoraMy steps flew up as I pushed through the chaotic crowd, hoping that I could get in because this course was a general subject and the lecture hall was too small.I groaned under my breath at the sound of feet shuffling across the linoleum and backpacks pressed up against me.I made it into class, and Damien was the first person I saw. I hated it when I saw him because it made my breath catch in my throat. He stuffed his fingers into his pocket and smiled before I shoved my face away. He looked great wearing dark olive green chinos, white sneakers, and a light gray Henley shirt.I made a pfft sound in response to his "good morning."Good morning, my ass. As if there was anything pleasurable about finding a mate but not having them.I turned away as he got closer to me. Please forgive me for yesterday, Adora. My mom was out of line, and we had no right to come to your house and threaten you."I pretended to think. “Indeed, there’s no need for an apology. After all, you stood up fo