Enya pov
The morning feels like a fairytale. It's been a while since I last woke up and felt this safe. Even though I can defend myself, it feels good to be with someone who stands in front of me like a rock wall. No matter how many imperfections and cracks Vince has, he won't budge an inch when it comes to my safety.
I turn to look at the handsome man I'm proud to call mine. There are millions of women, but he has eyes only for me, despite the scars and burdens I carry. I place a hand on his cheek and sigh. I didn't think this day might come.
Thinking back to the days I spent in the Alliance, I did feel safe, but only because I slept with a gun under my pillow. Now, I don't need a gun or a knife at hand- I have Vincent, the mate I don't deserve. Whoe
Vincent povThe drive back to the pack is silent. Enya refused to pack what little she had, so Claudia had to help me solve the problem. Well, as best she could- she went downstairs to talk to my mate while I yelled around like a maniac, asking which things were hers and which weren't. Surely, Claudia was the one talking to me because Enya refused. She's not even looking at me. The surprise I left in my car didn't move her either. As soon as I opened the door and told her it was all for her, Enya whispered something in Claudia's ear, and grandma announced that my mate didn't like chocolate or flowers. So much for trying my best.As we near the pack's territory, I lose it and speak up. "I get it; I screwed up again. But you don't need to focus on the silent treatment right now; instead, you can tell me what I can do to fix this mess. I
Aros povVince took Enya home two days ago, and to say their relationship is rocky is an understatement. They live in the same room, but they live like roommates, not mates. At least, judging by the information I got from Vince. When it comes to Enya- she's not talking to me. The only person she talks to is Bella, and most of Enya's time is spent with the little girl on the floor of the Omegas. They run around, laugh, and play when no one is about, but as soon as Vince, me, or another pack member shows up near her, Enya disappears. Not necessarily Enya as a whole human being, but the joyful woman and bright personality fade quickly. Sometimes I feel like she leaves the shell out in the open and hides deep within herself just to avoid everyone.Today, Enya was supposed to attend the pack meeting, but she locked herself in the bedroom an
Vincent povThe pack meeting was supposed to be a good opportunity for Enya to get to know everyone better. One by one, she would meet the pack members, learn a little more about them, and get used to her life among so many shifters. Then, we could decide when to hold the ceremony to announce her as Luna. But the longer I waited, the more anxious I became. Eventually, we had to send a servant to check on her, and the answer we got after a few minutes wasn't what I expected. She refused to leave the room.Aros is coming with me because I don't want to be left alone. Enya showed me her attitude, and it's nothing less than plain cold. She doesn't talk to anyone but Bella, and while I love their bond, it still pisses me off. I'm her mate, for fuck's sake.I knock on the door
Enya povThe doctors promised that Brent and the baby would be fine. Aros finally calmed down, so we have one less problem. I don't know if they'd get over the loss of a child, and if word got out in the pack, healing would be even more complicated for the Beta couple. It's one thing for a couple to go through hard times and another for so many people to remind them of what happened.I promised Aros that Vince won't hear a word about the baby or the risk of miscarriage, so I need to find something to distract the big baby. I may have a solution.Vince wants to go on a date, and I know he'll suggest something expensive or a fancy restaurant, but I see no reason to spend that kind of money on a one-time fun. To each their own, but I'd rather stay home and watch a movie or play a board g
Vincent povEven though the only thing I want is to claim this woman, I must restrain myself. How could one force their mate to have sex with them while the mate just started speaking to them? One step at a time, Enya slowly gets closer to the pack and me. I couldn't possibly make this better if I announced that I'm horny and I need a release that only she could provide. To call the things by the proper names- just the thought of having sex with her makes me hard. I'm not particularly keen on walking around the packhouse with an erection, but if that's what I have to do until she's ready, I'll learn to live with blue balls.Enya giggles as I open the bedroom door and throw her onto the bed. I'm trying my best to be as gentle as possible, and it seems my behaviour amuses her. Good, at least I can put a smile on those pretty lips.
Enya povVincent keeps cursing and mumbling something, but every other word he uses has to be heat. I have no idea what he's trying to tell me, but it's definitely hot in here. When he's incredibly close, I don't feel like I'm about to vomit my guts out, and the burning calms down. That's why I keep trying to get closer. Something tells me I'll feel much better once I get the skin to skin contact with Vince, but for the first time, he pushes me away. All of a sudden, he changes his mind. For God knows how long Vincent has been trying to get me in his bed, and when I give him a damn opportunity, he doesn't take it. Is there something wrong with me that he won't touch me?Whatever that feeling is, I don't enjoy even a moment of it. My body feels like I'm about to burn alive, and as soon as Vince pulls away from me, a terrifying scream es
Vincent povI have no idea what day it is today. When I first came downstairs to the cells, I tried to keep myself busy by counting seconds, minutes, and hours. But after a while, it all became a pile, and I lost track of time. All I did was argue with my wolf and pray to the Moon Goddess that Enya's okay. I'm scared to think of all the possible consequences because no one knows what can happen to a human during the heat.I've asked Aros to reach out to the Council of Elders and send them a message on my behalf. In short, it's a letter with a lot of questions about our past. I need to find out if anyone has ever experienced the strange things Enya and I are experiencing. I know human mates are not as rare as some wolves might think, but far too many of our own laws keep many wolves from accepting their mates. It's okay to be mated w
Aros povWe are only five days in, but it seems like Enya is handling the heat like a champ. Besides, she's been feeling much better for a few hours now, so I think the heat will be over by the end of the day. That would be perfect because I was forced to move Vince to another cell- since he's been raging for three days. He hasn't told me why he's been acting like an idiot, but I have a feeling it isn't just about the heat and his wolf wanting to break out. He wouldn't try to get to Enya's father if it was about those things. As soon as the heat stops, I'm getting Vince over here and drag his ass through the packhouse if he refuses to tell me what happened.On the bright side, Brent is fine, he was discharged from the hospital yesterday, and our baby is healthy. These days have forced me to face reality and accept things as they are. B