I close my office door for the day and go to Noah's.His door is wide open and I can see him putting all the patient's files up in the filing cabinet and locking it up."Hey Noah are you done for the day?"He stops what he's doing and answers, "Yup. I finished a little earlier today because I have to go get ready for dinner. Rachel invited me over," he explains."Oh she did? Well she invited me too, but I'm not sure that I want to go.""You should. It would be nice to have you there." He rubs the back of his neck. He often does that when he's nervous."If you change your mind. Maybe you can go with me? I don't really like to be a third wheel, so I always turn them down. It's just uncomfortable to me. If we go together we can be each other's company and..." I start to giggle and he stops talking."What? Did I say something funny?" He looks at me with a confused face. He is so adorable. "You're rambling. But I would love to accompany you," I reply. He gives me a huge smile that's show
Elena's POV My mind is clouded and I literally feel sick. What just happened in there? He and Rachel are not mated.When Peyton ran in and he grabbed her in his arms all I could think about was how that could've been our daughter. I felt the same hurt that I felt all those years ago. Then Jake came in and Peyton called him daddy. My first reaction was that Rachel had cheated with Pierson's friend. To say I was shocked would be an understatement.Jake and Pierson had been best friends since they were born.Then Jake went over and kissed Rachel and Pierson had no reaction. I knew then that they never mated.I remember when Jake and his family had to move away for a few years to take care of some things in another country. He wasn't around when he or Rachel turned eighteen so that explains why they didn't find each other sooner. When exactly did they find each other I have no idea. I go into my room and into the bathroom to splash some water onto my face. I really need to stop freaki
Elena's POVThroughout the day I engross myself in work trying to forget my interaction with Pierson this morning.He was right. I was angry at myself for reacting the way I did, but I wasn't going to admit that to him.When he touches me I forget about the past. It feels like we're the only ones there in that moment. It feels so right. I used to daydream what it would be like if he had chosen me. Where we would be now and how different our lives could've been.I shake my head clearing my thoughts. I don't want to be thinking about him. I should be thinking about my date with Noah tonight.Just thinking about Noah makes me smile. Maybe something can happen between the two of us. I know I wouldn't mind it. He's the kind of guy every girl dreams about having. When I finish up with work I lock up and head to my room to get dressed for tonight. I look through my closet and decide on a navy blue floral lace dress that has a rounded neckline and three quarter sleeves. I pair it with some
Elena's POVIt's now been a few days since my date with Noah and the end of my first week at work. It's been eventful and honestly it feels way longer than that. I told Em to meet me for lunch today so we can talk and I can give her all the details she's been waiting for.I enter the small diner we agreed to meet at and look around to see her seated in a corner booth at the back.When she spots me she waves me over and stands to hug and greet me."How are you?" I ask her."That doesn't matter. Tell me about your date," she says eagerly getting straight to the point.I roll my eyes. Always the impatient one.Before I begin I take a seat and the waiter comes over to take my drink order. Em already ordered my food before I got here, so once done she saunters away.She looks at me expectantly."It went well," I tell her.She looks at me incredulously."I came here for the good stuff. You better stop being so vague or I'm going to throw a fit and turn this place upside down," she says in
Today the pack has decided to throw Noah a twenty-eighth birthday party. He didn't even want one, but I told him he deserved it and the pack just wanted to show him how much they appreciated him for all the good work he has done around here.I told him I would meet him there, so currently I'm walking to the kitchen towards the big French doors that lead outside to the backyard where the party is being thrown.As soon as I walk out I can hear chatter, laughter, and music. The party is already in full swing.People are scattered around the enormous backyard in groups mingling and drinking while others are at the buffet or dancing to the loud music being played by the dj. Lanterns and fairy lights are placed around the perimeter of the yard illuminating the clear night sky and a huge banner stretched across the entrance way reads "Happy Birthday Noah."My eyes scan the yard looking for the birthday boy himself. It doesn't take long before I'm able to spot him. He must've felt me lookin
After the party I head to my room for the night feeling drained.I turn the corner of the hallway and come to see Pierson leaning against my door waiting for me.I think about turning around, but he instantly looks up as if sensing my presence right away. I just want to go to bed and to do that there's no other way than going the way he seems to be blocking. "Hey," he greets me."What is it Pierson?" I say tiredly skipping the pleasentries. He must want something. He searches my face almost as if he's trying to look for some sort of answer. His green eyes are boring into mine and it's making me feel slightly on edge. I shift my weight from one foot to the other."Do you really believe there's nothing here for you?" He finally says.His question catches me by surprise. I don't understand it. Wait, is that why he stormed off the way he did? Was he mad that I didn't think he was a good enough reason to stay here for? What does he expect we're not even together?"Why does it matter to
"When you walked into class six years ago and we locked eyes I couldn't be happier that you were my mate," Pierson begins.It's so weird to think back to that day. I remember that feeling too. It was the best feeling in the world. It felt so invigorating and like something I have never felt in my life. "I always found you quite interesting. You were so quiet when you lived in the pack house and after your mom died you just disappeared. At school I would steal glances at you and always had this weird fascination to know more about you. To know the mysterious blue eyed girl who sent my heart racing everytime I even thought about her. When you walked into class and I felt the pull I wasn't surprised. It's like I always knew you were supposed to be with me. The universe was just confirming it," he confesses.My chest squeezes tight and I feel dazed. I still have so many questions to be answered, but I know I should let him continue."But then I remembered Rachel..." His eyes stare intens
Pierson's POVIt's been a few days since I've seen Elena and I feel a hundred pounds lighter. She knows. She knows I have always wanted her and still do.I meant what I said. I'm going to make her mine. Noah will not have her. I thought about her every second of everyday when she was away. I can't let her slip through my fingers. Not again.I open the door to my father's room and cross through the darkness over to his bed.I sit in the soft black recliner placed next to it and turn on the lamp that lies on the table beside me. The room fills with a soft dim glow. I look at the bed and see his peaceful sleeping body. His thin, dark hair is swept across his forehead and the same eyes we share are closed hiding the pain I see in them when they are open. He looks thinner from the last time I saw him. He's cheeks are hallowing in and he looks pale. My frown deepens. He doesn't look good at all.I ball the white sheets next to his bed into my hands and lower my head. Why can't I take the
5 years later...Elena's POV"Ok I think that's everything for me," I say.I slam my suitcase shut and slap my hands together to rid the imaginary dust from my hands.I then place them on my hips and smile at the view that's in front of me."Honey what are you doing?" I laugh.A small giggle comes from the other suitcase and two big green eyes peek out through a thin opening.I move closer to the suitcase and the giggles grow louder. I lift the top up and scream, "Peek a boo!"The child jumps out of the suitcase and lands on her back laughing at what she finds to be hilarious.I can't help but join her. Her laughter is too contangious.As our laughter begins to die down the door to mine and Pierson's bedroom opens. The sight that comes before me takes my breath away just like it always has and for what I feel always will.My husband slash mate stands before us in all his glory. His dark hair is tousled and his green eyes sparkle spectacularly. He crosses his arms over his broad chest g
Elena's POV I look over my work and nod in approval at my handy work. I just finished bandaging the last wound from the fight."Thank you so much Elena," the pack member says as he hops off the medical bed. "No problem," I say. He then walks off to the rest of the pack. I look around and admire all the members that Noah and I have been taking care of, that risked their lives in today's fight. These loyal men and women have a special place in my heart. They are my new family and I couldn't be happier.A strong hand rests on my shoulder and turns me around. I am met with Noah's soft brown eyes. He gives me a small smile in which I return.I then pull him to me and hug him. He's tense at first before he relaxes and returns it.When we release each other he speaks."Elena, I'm so glad you're okay. I was so worried about you."My heart warms at his words. "Thanks Noah. I'm glad you made it out ok as well. I don't know what I would do if I didn't see your smile everyday when I entered the
Pierson's POV Joe continues to walk my way, but he soon stops a good twenty feet away from the spot where I currenly stand. Coward.His expression is morphed into satisfaction and his eyes gleam with glory. He makes me want to go over there and punch his face in. "Well Pierson, how are you my boy?" His voice is smooth and taunting as the words fall through his mouth. I grit my teeth not saying a word. He just wants a reaction out of me.He smirks. "I'm not one to dance around the point, so let's get straight to it." His eyes turn into slits and his lips form into a smirk."You seem to be in a bind right now and I want nothing more than to help you," he muses sarcastically."Where's Elena?" I don't care how bad of a situation I am in. My mate may be suffering right now and that's my first priority. The corners of his lips lift up further into a smile. "Why my daughter is just fine and dandy.""For now that is," he adds cryptically.At that my blood runs cold. I'm gonna kill him. Mar
Elena's POV "Make sure you stay low," I whisper.Rachel nods and ducks further down. Since I stitched her up she seems a little more fired up.She's still extremely feeble and I know there's no way she'll be able to shift into her wolf if need be. Especially since that powder could still very well be in her body and making its way through her system at a rapid rate.Let's just hope we both can get out of here unscathed before the effects get any stronger.I move along the length of the wall listening to any movements or voices near by. So far, we have moved down from the third floor and now are trying to find the way out of the second floor.Wherever we are, is massive. Doors upon doors line the hallway and every time we turn a corner a new hallway appears. Considering the fact, that we have no idea where we are or how to get out of here, I think were doing pretty well. We've managed to avoid running into anybody, so that's a win in our books."They'll be here soon, so be ready," som
Pierson's POV "Get everybody in the meeting room now," I bark at one of my strategists as I hussle down the stairs.I walk quickly and push through the tall wooden door that leads to the room.A few people are already here. They were probably discussing some things before I barged in.I pace the front of the room and wait impatiently for my team. A few flood in at what seems to me a tantalizing slow pace. It makes me grow more irritable."Pierson what's going on?" Jake asks as he sets foot into the room. He moves to stand in front of me.I look to him and brace myself for the scene that will probably take place once I tell him about the girls. I know how he is. He becomes irrational and doesn't listen to anybody when he's mad or upset."Rachel and Elena are gone Jake," I start.His expression morphs into confusion clearly not getting the problem."Ok. Where did they go?"I sigh heavily. Come on Jake. "They were taken. Most likely by the rogues," I answer calmly.His face pales consid
Pierson's POVI look at my phone for the hundredth time in the past hour.When I see that there's still no reply I can't help but get a little worried. I've texted Elena a few times and it's uncommon of her not reply in the hour within it being sent.I look at my watch resting on my left wrist and scrunch my face together when I see that it has been triple the amount of time it usually takes her to reply. I wish she would just send me a quick text. I know she may be busy working, but I can't help the unsettling feeling in the pit of my stomach.Something has been feeling off all day.I need to cut things shorter than usual. "Ok, let's call it a day," I call.At once the sparring stops and my men in their tired and sweaty state move their eyes to my position.We've been training for a few hours now, so I know they are grateful for the early departure.I check my phone again and start to move towards the direction of the house. Before I get too far I see jake huddled by a tree looking
Elena's POVLaying on the bathroom floor, feeling nothingI'm overwhelmed and insecure, give me something I could take to ease my mind slowlyJust have a drink and you'll feel bet...I stop my, what I know to be, horrendous singing and look to the bathroom door. The sound of feet shuffling just outside of it has me wondering who it may be. I smile and hurry to finish the last strand of hair I was just straightening. The sound continues. What could Pierson possibly be doing? I unplug the straightener and give myself one more once over in the mirror and open the door that leads into my bedroom.The lights are all switched off and the curtains closed. I can hardly see anything. I don't remeber having it this dark before I headed into the bathroom."Pierson," I call.No one answers, so I make my way to the light switch near the door.As the tip of my fingers touch the little white object I am hurled back with a firm hand being placed over my mouth that muffles my automatic scream. My
Elena's POVI open my eyes and glance at the clock on the bedside table before closing my eyes once again."Good morning," comes a gruff voice next to me.My eyes shoot back open and I look to my side and see Pierson staring at me. At the sight of him the memories of last night come flooding back to my mind.A slow smile creeps onto my face. I glance down and see the mark he had created on me last night that now symbolizes our bond to one another.I turn to my side to face him. "Good morning," I softly reply back to him."How are you?""I'm good. Great actually," I say. Last night was amazing. It's something I'll never forget. Now that we have mated it's kinda odd, this new connection, I feel to him. It's not a bad one. It feels soothing, strong, and unbreakable.My wolf feels at ease and I can feel her presence more than I ever have in my entire life. Pierson smiles at me and grabs my hand before intertwining our fingers together. He places a soft kiss on the back of it and rests i
Elena's POVPierson's eyes are practically bulging out of his head and he seems to be looking everywhere but at me.Did he...did he just tell me he loved me?Oh my gosh. He loves me. I look at his face and he looks almost scared. I've never seen him like this before. Usually he has this overpowering confidence that emits from him each time you're in his presence, so seeing him like this is completely new to me."I...I'm sorry if it's too soon. If you don't feel the same I g...get it. I know you still have issues you still need to resolve with Noah, but I won't take it back. Just know that I do and...yeah," he stutters adorably. My face breaks out into huge grin. You know the one that if kept too long it'll make your cheeks hurt. I jump at him and wrap my arms around his neck. He's completely stiff and unmoving with his eyes looking like they'll pop out of his sockets once again. "I love you too Pierson," I whisper softly into his ear and those words couldn't be any more true. I ne