AdeaI planned this brunch, expecting to have an awkward conversation with Mavy, and then not have to do it again. But after the night I’ve had with Shane, I was hoping to get some information on him from his sister. When Mavy said she had an idea, I didn’t think she’d invite me for a sleepover. I’ve never had close girlfriends, so I don’t know what’s normal.My jaw was on the table and my mind ran wild. I barely know her and she’s asking me to sleep over? Of course, I want to sleep over. My reasons are not based on friendship and I feel a little guilty. I know I shouldn’t, but I had hoped Shane may have told her about me, but now I see he hasn’t. Otherwise she would have said something, right? She is his sister and if things had gone the way they were supposed to when you found your mate, I would be trying to get close to her. I’d want her to like me. I picked my jaw off the table and resigned myself to what I knew I wanted, even if it was ludicrous.“Your brother won’t mind an uninv
The streets are busy and people are pouring in and out of the shops. I just finished having brunch when people are hunting for places to sit down for dinner. Glancing down at what I’m wearing, I inspect my clothing. I don’t want to go back home and change, but I will if my clothes are stained. It doesn’t matter how careful I am when I eat, I always happen to stain myself without fail. My light blue long sleeve sweater is tucked into my white skirt. I’m surprised to find them still spotless despite the hole in my chin. Pulling my bun loose, I let my hair free from the bun I’d put it in this morning. I don’t know what it is, but I’ve always preferred my hair down. Letting out a sigh of relief because I was worried I’d have to go back and walk in on Leo and Gabe getting it in. My phone dinged, pulling me from the unwelcome vision of my best friend dominating Leo. I cringe as I lift my phone. The screen lights up with Donny’s name. Unlocking it, I opened his message. Donny: Hey, P**e. Wy
We hit a bit of traffic when we got off the freeway, but it eventually cleared. The sun was beginning its descent, but birds were still flying and the sky hadn’t darkened. We weren’t in Auburn anymore. Other than all the tall buildings, the roads were busy, and there were at least triple the amount of people out walking around. Winding roads curved left and right, spiraling until something sparkly caught my eye. They widened, and I gasped as I leaned forward. The sea. Donny brought me to the ocean. He slowed as we reached a sign that read Alki Beach. We passed by beach goers. People were playing volleyball, sitting and drinking hot chocolate, and others were barbecuing.Could they even do that?I was buzzing with excitement when I turned to him. Our eyes locked briefly, and he had a sheepish smile on his face. The smile on my own was genuine. Leaning over, I pressed a chaste kiss to his
AdeaGood company, food that hits, in a place where all you want to do is cuddle up around the fire was the sweetest date I’ve ever had. I can’t help but laugh, my shoulders shaking, as I remember that this is my first date. Our plates and bowls sit just off the blanket as waves crash. The gentle giant by my side bumps me with his shoulder, pulling me from my thoughts. I lift my chin to look up into kind brown eyes.“I’m not so bad,” Donny said confidently.“Woah there, cowboy. This date isn’t over yet,” I teased.“I can tell you’re having a good time,” Donny said cheekily.“Oh, yeah?” I asked. His arm wrapped around me as he gave me a squeeze.“Your eyes say everything, pepe,” he said with a rumble.“That’s either a
The world doesn’t end. The waves are receding. There are still people not too far away from us having fun. This isn’t a hallucination. Odis is standing a foot away from me, staring down at me like he’s getting bored with the fact that I’m still very much still on the blanket. Donny’s knuckles crack and my eyes dart to him before returning to Odis. I hate the way my gaze darts behind him. No Shane. Odis notices but remains silent. My neck is already sore from looking up at him so I get to my feet and fold my arms in front of my chest. “You must be mistaken.” “I am not,” Odis said. “You’re interrupting,” Donny growls. “We need to leave,” Odis says as he pulls on his ear. “There is no we. You shouldn’t be here,” I huffed. “Do you not remember what happened the last time you were with him?” Odis asked. My eyes widen as the memory of Donny’
I couldn’t choose between these songs, so I’ll leave it up to you!Romanza ~ Andres MadriagaSay It Ain’t So ~ WeezerMy Heart Hurts ~ Atlus, LexnorDonny didn’t understand the implications of Shane’s words. How could he? I’d never met a man like him. There was no one else like him. Donny also didn’t understand his death was inevitable if he continued to see me, but I did. This was all my fault. Donny was dead because of me. This wouldn’t have happened if I’d just been firm and told him no, but even then, I knew that was an excuse. It was normal to have friends, and even if I belonged to Shane, I could still have a life outside of him. There was no need to kill him. Donny didn’t deserve to die. He did thi
Shane’s heated breath fanned my cheek. My soft curves melded against his chiseled one and I forgot how to breathe. My mourning heart skipped a beat—his words shoved life into my dying soul. I’ve spent the last 24 hours yearning for him and wishing for nothing more than his love and affection. Even with everything that has happened in the last day, hope blossomed in my chest. I should have known better, but I was a glutton for punishment. Shane had a tendency to throw me a bone, only to yank it away before I could sink my teeth into it. I was stupid, but as I fought the tears from escaping, I knew it was hopeless. I was hopeless.Hopelessly devoted to a man who plays me like a fucking fiddle.Even as my heart begged I bow down to him. The glare in his gaze and the possessiveness in his words, the wounds he’d inflicted ran deep. Too fucking deep. He’d just killed one of my good friends and was unapo
Shane laughed. Yep, actually laughed. He sounded absolutely unhinged.“I don’t know who you think you are, but a coward who won’t even show his real face has no business being here,” Shane growled.What’s that supposed to mean?Before I could ask, Chance lunged, and I cried out. His fist came crashing down on Shane’s jaw, but he didn’t stumble backward. And he didn’t dodge. Why didn’t he? He just returned his punch with a blow of his own. He swung his arm, his fist slammed into Chance’s chest. Hurt, he stumbled back, but recovered quickly. Chance dropped low and darted forward, his claws extended as he swiped. Shane took it yet again without trying to get out of the way. His arm lashed out and gripped Chance’s throat. His eyes widened.No.My chin quivered as flashback of Donny dyin