Three

Everyone of them stared at me with pity. I already know the answer to the question I'm about to ask, but I feel like I have to ask if anyways. For closure.

"What happened to them?" I glanced at them and everyone of them looked hesitant.

I'm sure they're mind linking. After a few seconds the red-head finally looked my way.

"I'm sorry," was all he could say.

His eyes held sadness. I'm sure this is hard for them to do. Telling their future Luna that her family is dead. I couldn't even let more tears fall. It's like I have no more. Tate rubbed my back trying to soothe me, but it didn't help much. I just stared past the men in front of me. I wasn't looking at anything particular, just letting this all sink in.

Sure, I just found out my whole family is dead, but I didn't know them. I never had girl talk with my mom. I never had that overprotective brother speech. I didn't even have a dad threaten all the males that would look my direction.

How could I mourn over something I never had. Maybe it's the thought that I could've had it.

"How?" I asked finally breaking my stare and looking at them all.

"Your brothers wolf was a lunatic. He was blood thirsty and had taken over Aaron, your brother. Aaron was not in control. He had just shifted and he was weak so his wolf took that his chance to completely take over," Cristian paused and looked at me.

Making sure I was alright.

I gave him a sad smile and silently told him to continue.

"When your brother killed your mom, your father felt it and had ran out to see what the problem was. He was damaged by her death, but knew you were alive so he went to you. As you know, if your mate dies, you're most likely to follow from the grief, so it was a miracle he was able to stay alive as long as he did. Anyways, he killed your brother, saving you, and then the death of Aaron sunk in as well. He couldn't handle it, and that's saying something because all Black Moon wolves are stronger than normal wolves, and your father was alpha. When your father died, the pack felt it. Since there was no heir they all died off."

I stared at him shocked. I didn't realize how big of a deal it was when a mate died. Let alone an alpha. A stray tear left my eye. I quickly wiped it and glanced at Tate.

"I'm okay," I replied to the question that I know he's thinking.

He smiled sadly at me.

"You don't have to be so strong," he whispered.

"I know. I don't remember my family. Yes I feel sad they're dead, but I never knew them. I can't mourn when I don't have anything to hold onto from them. No last words. No memories. It's okay," I told him sadly.

It's true though. I feel alright. I will forever be sad that I never could be with them, but I trust the moon goddess. She gave me this fate and I'm going to make the best out of it.

-

After we ate our meals, Tate, Cristian, blondie, the red head and I went to an inn next door. I really need to know their names.

"Channing you're with me. Dad you can have your own room. Jacob and Ryan, you two share," Tate announced.

So their names are Jacob and Ryan. I'm assuming Jacob is the blonde and Ryan is the red head.

Tate passed out everyone's keys and left them to find their own rooms then turned to me.

"I hope you don't mind sharing. I didn't really want you alone or with the others," he said sheepishly.

I grinned at him and nodded.

"It's fine. Two beds right?" I asked eagerly.

He chuckled and nodded. I sighed in relief.

It wouldn't have been that bad if there was just one bed, Aura reminded me.

I rolled my eyes at her and blocked her.

The room was nice. Two queen beds and a bathroom. A desk was placed in one of the corners and a coffee maker on top. The door shut behind me and I started to feel myself panic.

This is just like getting beat in the office! I started breathing heavily. He's going to hit me. He's going to cut me. Oh my goddess what if he rapes me!? I've been raped before, but this is my mate. He must have some extra attraction from the mate bond.

I was now wheezing. I started to feel numb everywhere. I must be having a panic attack. Oh no. If I black out that will make it easier!

"Channing?" Tate asked.

He started coming closer and I stepped back until I was against the door and he was in front of me. The lights kept flickering each time I sobbed.

"Channing what's going on?" He demanded.

I shook my head violently, tears still coming down my face.

"Please. D-don't h-hurt. Me," I got out between my sobs.

I couldn't see what was happening because my eyes were closed, but I could feel him getting closer.

Suddenly his hand caressed my cheek and I flinched. His hand quickly retracted and I opened my eyes. My mate had tears welling in his eyes and I could tell he was upset too. My breathing finally calmed down and I was able to get my shaking under control. Just his simple touch got me to relax. I instantly felt bad for flinching.

"I-I'm sorry. It's just the door shut and I'm used to...." I trailed off.

He growled.

"Used. To. What?" He asked between gritted teeth.

I attempted to back away again, but I couldn't because of the damn wall.

Tate POV:

I could practically feel steam emitting from my body.

"What are you used to?" I growled one more time.

Channing shrank down a little. I know I'm probably scaring her but I need to know.

"I'm used to getting beat whenever a door closes. It's just a reflex. I-I'm sorry," she whispered.

My face softened and I was in front of her in seconds. Using my left hand, I leaned myself against the wall. With my free hand I I softly lifted her chin so we were staring in each other's eyes. Oh how I could just drown in her green orbs.

"Don't you ever think I would hurt you. I'm your mate. I'm supposed to protect and love you," I explained quietly.

A stray tear fell down her face and I wiped it instantly.

"Please don't be afraid of me."

She put her head down like she was thinking.

Kiss her! My wolf, Cato, groaned.

I leaned in a little more and tilted her chin up once more. Our faces just centimeters apart.

"Please," I begged in a whisper.

I felt her shiver. I found myself leaning forward and closing my eyes. This is it. The moment I've been waiting for all night. I leaned in farther, thinking I was almost there.

When I didn't make contact I opened one eye and saw her twisted to the side to avoid my lips.

Cato whimpered. A frown etched itself into my face.

"I'm not ready," Channing explained.

She didn't bother making eye contact. I slowly nodded.

"I understand. We should go to bed anyways," I mumbled.

I wish this would be easier. I wish my mate could just not be afraid. I wish I could hold her right now. But sadly I can't. I crawled into bed and turned off the lamp beside the bed. I watched as my mate grabbed a few things from her bag and walk into the bathroom. Goddess she's sexy, I thought to myself before I fell into darkness.

Channing POV: (sorry POV keeps changing)

He tried to kiss me. That means something right? He wants me. Oh my gosh he wants me! I almost squealed, but stopped myself when I heard Tate's steady breathing.

I can't help but feel a little embarrassed from my outburst back there. I just am so used to only being in a closed room with a male when I was getting punished.

It's okay. Cato understands and is sorry for making Tate try to kiss us. Let's forget about it and go to bed, Aura urged.

Cato must be Tate's wolf.

Complying to Aura's demands, I pulled on the hot shorts and oversized t-shirt I grabbed from my bag. I put my tangled hair into a messy bun and put the dress I was wearing into my duffle bag.

I stared at the bed in front of me. It's so big.

Is this what normal people sleep on? I asked.

Aura yawned and before replying, Apparently so, now let's sleep. This bed looks like a fluffy cloud and I'm ready to sleep on it.

I chuckled in my head and got under the covers. My eyes widened when I felt the comfort. This is amazing!

I sighed contently and found myself drifting to sleep, happily surrounded in the delicious scent of waterfalls mixed with pine.

-

I heard a soft growl come from the side of the room. I didn't bother react to it. I mean, if they want to kill me they can.

That's Tate! Aura squealed.

My eyebrows creased at her loudness.

Bitch, I muttered.

She scoffed and blocked me out. Slowly I sat up. I took in my state and blushed crazily when I noticed that I was laying on my stomach, my shirt crinkled up showing my back, and my hot shorts showing off my behind. The blankets were all messed up and Tate was standing at the edge of the bed with dark, lustful eyes.

"Mine," he growled out.

He jumped onto the bed and hovered over me. I know it's his wolf in control now.

"Tate calm down. Please," I soothed him, trying to be stern.

When that didn't work I growled deeply, letting power surge through me. I've never done that before.

Tate broke out of his faze and blushed at the situation.

"Sorry," he mumbled.

I flashed him an approving smile.

I took the time he was standing in front of me to give him a better look. Yesterday I saw him but I didn't really see him if you know what I mean.

His broad chest was well defined and the white v-neck he is wearing is not helping. His 8 pack is well visible and he's got the nicest ass like ever. He must work out often.

"Done eye raping me yet?" He asked amused.

I blushed Crimson and hid my face with blankets. "You're really cute when you blush," he complimented.

I looked up at him with a grin.

"So were you earlier," I replied playfully.

Suddenly his face dropped. Oh no. I shouldn't have said that. He's going to hurt me!

I was broke out of my daze when he jumped on top of me and straddled me. Tate pinned me down on the bed with one hand holding my own above my head and the other on his chin like he was thinking.

I almost forgot how scared I was just looking at him. He's so sexy with that expression.

He looked into my eyes with a very serious face. "Are you ticklish?" He asked.

My fear became masked with confusion. Ticklish?

"I don't know," I said.

He smirked evilly and before I knew it he was tickling my sides and I was laughing so hard.

Tears were threatening to spill from my heavy laughter and I could feel my side start to ache. He tickled under my arms and that really did it. I started thrashing around trying to get out of his hold.

I continued laughing with my mate and I realized that maybe he really won't hurt me. I mean, I appeared to have insulted him and all he did was tickle me.

"Please. Stop. Tate." I wheezed between giggles.

All of a sudden he stopped. A toothy smile on his sculpted lips.

"I like you saying my name," he purred.

I blushed instantly.

I was about to say something but was cut off my a knock at the door.

"Alpha we must go. It's 8. The pack is expecting us soon," Jacob yelled from the door.

"Shit," Tate muttered.

He mounted off of me and ran a hand through his hair.

"We'll be out shortly Jake," Tate yelled to his friend.

He turned to me with a smirk.

"We better get ready love. We can finish this later." I shivered once again at the familiar name.

What this boy does to me!