Brayden's POV
I was dumbstruck by my father's words. How could he talk like that? My mother clearly said the reason for the war was because of the gold. Now it seemed there were more secrets. I didn't know how long I could stay away from the city. I had to look for Cora, I had work and I had taken Steve away from his family too. I knew that his mate would be returning soon and I wasn't ready for any more surprises but I had to know the mystery lurking behind this traumatizing war.
"What are you implying?" I couldn't hold back the anger in my voice and only came to my senses when Steve spoke.
"Isn't that why we are here? What is the essence of going back, and leaving the puzzles scattered? If you are worried about my mate, then forget it. I agreed to help you and that means till all this ends. And I thought you wanted to know more about the mate bond since your DNA is peculiar. This should be a good opportunity, you know? I suggest we find somewhere comfortabl
Cora's POV I resigned myself to dumbness, as I was swallowed by extreme kindness. But the forbearance of my old car having been scrapped had worked its way in me to paralysis. The utterances to express my emotions were completely misplaced. I tried to reason and take in the kindness which rather seemed to be a loss to me. Had I the conviction from the onset that he was serious when he mentioned scrapping it, I would have retaliated but it seems too late now. It was the only entity I had in memory of my old boy. I detested him for abandoning us but I can't also seem to completely disconnect myself or to part with him. Maybe my longing for him was what gave me the impression that I loathed him. Driving that car made me feel close to him. I was so upset that I just wanted to retire to a quiet place where I could battle alone in my thoughts. I had completely forgotten that I was in Sawyer's car till I heard his voice. It was as if I had gone through a trance.
'Knowing him more?’ My thoughts were flooded by a rampage of confusion, considering what Patty just announced. Do I admittedly not know him already? What else was there to know? Could it be that my inability to know Sawyer better was due to my crazy mind still being enveloped with thoughts of this mysterious guy? Could it also be true that my intimacy with the latter was the cause? No, I don't believe it. "I already know him." That was my defensive response. "What else do you want me to know?" I asked Patty. I was surprised to see her eyes pop at my question. "Are you so free-minded?" She frowned before she continued. "I seriously don't think so. Look, you had a one-night stand with someone you don't know and you can't seem to forget him. Intimacy is binding you to him. My advice, try doing it with Sawyer and see whether you get over him or not. It doesn't make you a slut. It's just to clear your conscience. The feeling that you had an affair with a stranger makes yo
Brayden's POV As my mother instructed, I and the rest of the team covered every remains of the cabin with shrubs - but not before planting some trees at the location. Soon, everywhere was covered in a way that one wouldn't guess that a whole cabin ever existed. After bidding goodbye, the Dragon Lord and his entourage returned to their Empire, while Steve and I left for the capital. I felt my energy begin to soar to the extent that I carried Steve on my back, all the way to where I packed the car. With the old mans' warning, I didn't want us to travel in Dragon form and Steve was too weak in human form as a result of fatigue, since we hadn't slept for the past few days. My strength was completely doubled and right now, it's time for me to find my mate, Cora. I wish I had marked her. It would have been very easy for me to locate her the instant I arrived, and I would have been able to feel everything she felt. As I drove closer to the capital, my mind was only
Sawyer's POV We arrived at the hospital and I saw Coras' sister sitting on a bench in front of the emergency room. She was covered in her hair with her face buried between her thighs. She had the same hair color as Cora, which made me guess correctly. The resemblance was extreme when she lifted her head even though she looked younger. The mere look at her would tell you who she was. They would have passed for twins if not for differences in their height. She rose and hooked Cora in a tight embrace, while her eyes scanned me suspiciously. "Hi," I forced a smile. I wanted to make a good first impression and not end up scaring her with my cold mien. "Am Cecilia. Coras' sister. But you can call me Cecil," she waved, forcing back her tears. I could see that she was more exposed than her elder sister. An extrovert will be the best description of her. "Nice to meet you Cecil. My name is Sawyer. Am a-". Cora cut in before I completed my sentence.
Cora' POV Everything that's happened today has left me maimed. I can't believe that the cold, terrifying and domineering Sawyer, followed me to the hospital, then paid for my mother's treatment after buying me a new car and giving me a decent job. His kindness is scary and I feel so indebted to him. But should he not have helped, what would I have done? How could I have coughed up such an amount of money in a short while? Gradually, I felt all my fears of losing my mum too early in life dissipating with the influx of a new kind of fear. The fear of not being able to repay Sawyer. However I look at it, this debt won't be repaid anytime soon. Whereas, what could he want in return? Men never do anything for free right? If he was just some good samaritan, he would have done the same for other people. But looking at it, I am the only girl he has gotten close to in the club. Could he?.... No, no way. I don't think he sees me like that. But, what if that is his intention? B
Cora's POV After silently leaving the washroom, I went back to the table. Cecil had finished eating and was being led away by Sawyer. "Right on time. You can relax in my office," he said, tossing his card in my direction before leading Cecil away. If I was confused before, I am now perplexed. Where from the sudden niceness and easiness around me? He even gave me the card to access his office. I am so muddled. I waited in his office for a few minutes before Cecil walked in with Sawyer trailing behind her. "Wow, and I thought Cora's office was beautiful. I take it back," she retorted as she scanned Sawyer's office admiringly. "It's just a waste because I don't spend much time in the office myself. I have people taking care of all the paperwork so I spend more time on the field." I didn't understand what he meant by that but I didn't ask. "If you girls don't mind, you can spend the night at my place. I have enough spare rooms. It's closer to the ho
Sawyer's POV I got out of the ward rapidly when I realized someone was trying to mind-link with me. I guessed it would be George as he had tried earlier when I was with Cora but I cut him off before she realized anything. She doesn't know what I am yet and revealing it now might terrify her. I called Goerge immediately I stepped out since I knew Cora would like to spend some time with her mum. I reprimanded him as soon as I heard his voice on the phone. "Why did you mindlink? I've been with Cora all this while. You almost ruined everything," I said half-seriously. "You still haven't told her? You are wasting too much time. It's not in our nature to waste so much time. I've already marked my mate but she just can't move in with me immediately. You know humans' ways are different. She wants us to get married the human way after she completes her education before we can move in together," George said with a mix of excitement and dissatisfaction.
Sawyer's POV "Don't answer that," I added when I saw her face blush. She looks cute when she's embarrassed. It reminded me of when I saw her the first time at the meeting. Her face was red with chagrin. I wanted to kiss the discomfiting moment away but I couldn't get a chance. Well, she even made me lose my words. It was a miracle that no one noticed it at the time. "So, where is this hideout of yours?" Ethically, I was happy she was beginning to feel comfortable around me and we spoke like friends. I think it's good progress. "It's about an hour and a half drive. Just relax. You will like it there, I promise." She smiled. For the first time, I was able to take in her features. She would have passed for a supermodel if not for her height. She was gifted proportionally at the right places. Her thin rosy lips were so tempting. I had to severally control my wolf who could not resist and wanted me to pounce on her. Then I felt a sudden panic. What w