Theo smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. “I’ll take things at your pace, though. No need to rush.“}
I nodded, feeling a sense of relief. Theo seemed to understand me in a way that no one else ever had.>
“Whew, things just got heated in there?” Theo said, chuckling. “How about a night ride?“}}
I grinned, feeling like it was a great idea. “I would really love that. I’ve always loved night driving.“%
Theo smiled, and we walked out to his sleek ash Maserati. The engine purred to life as we drove down the roads, blasting music and feeling alive.
I laughed, feeling freer than ever. The wind whipped through my hair, and the stars twinkled above us.
As we drove, Theo asked, “What do you think about the beach?”
I nodded enthusiastically. “Yeah, I love spontaneous stuff.“}
We ended up at the beach, the only sound being the waves crashing against the shore.
We sat on the sand, watching the stars, and I felt like the only woman in the world.”
I turned to Theo, curiosity getting the better of me. “What’s your life like? Do you feel fulfilled being an Alpha?“}
Theo seemed to think on it for a few seconds before replying. “Yeah, I do. Although I miss my parents a lot.“”
I sensed a deep sadness in him, and I reached out, lacing my smaller fingers with his large ones. “What happened to them?“}
Theo’s eyes clouded over, and he took a deep breath. “They were killed by a rival werewolf clan. It made me the ruthless, cold, and powerful Alpha that I am today.“}
now.”
My heart broke on hearing that and I squeezed his palm in a way to comfort him.
“I’m so sorry, Theo. I wonder what you must have gone through.”
He smiled wryly. “The elders have been troubling me about finding a Luna, but I had no interest in any romantic relationship. Until
I smiled, feeling a flutter in my chest. “I’m glad I could change your mind.”
Theo’s eyes found mine, and he smiled. “I’m thankful for my pack, though. They became my new family, and I could live life again.“}]
I nodded in understanding. “You didn’t deserve to go through all that.”
Theo’s expression turned soft, and he reached out, stroking my cheek. “You didn’t deserve all you went through either.“>
I felt a shiver run down my spine as he touched me. “When exactly did you know we were mates?” I asked, eager to know.
Theo’s eyes seemed to gaze into the past. “I came for a business trip in Florida, and I was invited to a pack gala celebration. That’s where I spotted you after all these years.“}]
My mind went back to that night, the night Brad had stood me up and allowed me to be a laughing stock in front of everyone.
The same night I caught Brad with Lydia in his car.}
I shuddered at the thought, but Theo’s voice brought me back to the present. “I saw you were all alone, and my wolf smelled you. I knew we were mates, but what was the point of making a move? You were married, and I had to leave the next morning.”
I smiled wistfully. “Wow, you were there. Why didn’t you come say hi at least?“}
Theo chuckled. “Maybe we’d find each other again if we were meant to be. And now, I guess there’s our chance.“>
I smiled widely, feeling a sense of wonder. Theo held my cheek affectionately, stroking it, and gazing into my eyes.}
He leaned in, his lips inches from mine, when suddenly, a deep growl echoed through the night air, followed by someone barking my name.”
I recognized the voice before I turned. It was Brad, after all.
I was horrified as I saw Brad standing there, his eyes blazing with anger and possessiveness. I immediately sprang to my feet, my heart racing with anxiety.}
Brad walked over to me, his voice sharper than a two edged sword. “Oh, so you’ve been cheating on me this whole time? I knew it!”
I scoffed in anger, my hands on my hips. “Who are you to say anything about cheating? Chronic cheaters like you can’t dare say a word.”
Brad’s face darkened like a cloud, and he took a step closer to me. “So what are you doing with that stranger, then?“}
I stood my ground, my eyes flashing with defiance. “He’s no stranger. And if anyone’s a stranger, it’s you. How the hell did you track me down?”
Brad’s smile was arrogant. “I’ll always find you, Bella. We’re destined to be.“”
I shook my head, incredulous. “What happened to marrying Lydia?“}
Brad’s expression turned sheepish, but only for a moment. “I left the wedding. I realized I needed you in my life.”
I stared at him, my mouth agape. “You stood her up?“>
Brad nodded, his eyes pleading. “Yes, because I realize you’re the one I need. Please, come back to me. Be my Luna.“S
I laughed, the sound bitter. “You must be out of your mind.“}
Brad’s defensiveness and anger gave way to plea, and he reached out to hold my hand. But I jerked away, angry.
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Brad nodded, his eyes pleading. Yes, because I realize you’re the one I need. Please, come back to me. Be my Luna.”
I laughed, the sound bitter. “You must be out of your mind.”
Brad’s defensiveness and anger gave way to plea, and he reached out to hold my hand. But I jerked away, angry
Thee, who had been standing by in silence and anger, finally stepped in. He yanked Brad’s hand away and pushed him back by the chest
“I think you’d better back off,” Theo said, his voice low and menacing. “Didn’t you hear that the lady doesn’t want you?”
Brad chuckled darkly, his eyes showing how pained he was. “Aren’t you the famous Theo? You should stay out of this. This is between me and my mate.”
Theo raised an eyebrow, his expression skeptical. “What mate? The one you brutally rejected and neglected all these years? You must definitely be the joker.“S
Brad stared at him head on as if daring him. “I don’t want things to get physical, but I’m not backing down. You don’t scare me, Theo.“I Theo’s eyes narrowed, and he cracked his knuckles. “I’m warning you, Brad. Back off while you still can.”
But Brad was undeterred. He tried to hold me again, despite Theo blocking his path.
“Let’s go home, Bella. I know you still love me. We can work things out in our marriage. I didn’t even sign the divorce papers. Let’s go so I can mark you and you can carry my heir.”
I screamed at him, my voice hoarse with rage. “Go to hell!”
At that. Theo suddenly threw a sucker punch on Brad’s chin, sending him staggering back.
I knew things were about to get violent, so I pulled Theo out of there, my heart beating wildly in my chest.
“We need to get out of here,” I said, almost out of breath. “Now.”
