"Petal," I began to explain. "She's uhm... part of my past." Rather than anger like last time, my mate was hurt. Which seemed more difficult to deal with. "You two can do the mind talk?" She asked breathlessly. "Isn't that supposed to be among people with whom you're very close." "If you sleep w
Jane POV It felt like I'd been gone for years even though I was only away for a few days. The town felt different, though I knew it was me who had changed. My mom was thrilled that I was back. Her pride made her hid it well but I could sense it. Things were awkward between us. After everything, I
"Jane." It was Avery. "Sergeant, you're back," I said. Someone was with him. A girl I'd met before. Jake's little sister. I remembered her well. "How are you? Uncle Jerry told me something..." He trailed off as his eyes moved about, noting Nasir and Aya first, then Jake who stood leaning confi
Jake POV I could not think or concentrate on work or do anything. After tonight, Jane would not shift till the next full moon. In two days, she would return to Tauranga to wait for me to go bring her to our home. Not to mention, this was her first run in these woods in this town where Goddess broug
'I know you're losing your mind, but they need this,' Nick said gently. 'I'm not going with them,' I lied. 'Just... going for a run myself.' Was my frustration that obvious. Of course, it was that obvious. I doubted Nick understood what I felt. He didn't have to wait like I did. No one ever stood
Jane POV The next day, Jake arrived earlier than the set time to pick me up for dinner. After that near-s€x episode in the woods, I was unsure how to act around him at first. Should I act mad? After all, he'd taken me by total surprise. My body heated again at the mere recollection of the sweet
"Let me help you," Jake said, rising. As he put the necklace around my neck, I let myself enjoy the feel of the light touch of his fingers. He was quick with the task. Perhaps running from temptation. He returned to his seat with his eyes on my neck and contented smile on his lips as he breathed
Jane POV "What?" I gave a brief laugh. "That sounds insane, Jake. I doubt it." "Nasir saw him with your ex yesterday," he replied. I was going to ask which one but decided against it. I recalled at the hospital when he said he knew my track record. I didn't want that type of conversation, so inst