Chapter 16: Fenrir

Jace's Wolf

I don't understand. Mate has tears in her eyes. Her beautiful hazel eyes that look more gold then green right now. I know she is skidish I also know something the human does not. She is more special than he knows, and He can figure it out himself because right now she doesn't want to tell him for some reason but that is a later problem. The right now problem is that she is going to cry, her scent sours, I need to fix it. What was it she said? No one likes her? I don't understand that I instantly loved her because I know she was made for me. I want to hold her and tell her that. But I can't for two reasons. One it will scare her, and I don't know if she will run. I don't want that.

"I like you lots. I am sorry little one, my name is Fenrir. I did not mean to upset you." I step just a little closer to her. And while I don't allow myself to get too close, I purr for her to show her that I didn't mean to or want to cause her any distress. I can tell the second she hears it; her body relaxes slightly and her scent begins to change. Here in her home, it's so strong that what I thought I sensed in her the other night is becoming more and more clear. Only that night we got a different side of her, and today we get this side. If, if I am right, she is what we called in the old days as a hybrid. They were rare and highly prized. We would fight for their affection and the honor to be theirs, if they could not find their mate. They needed a mate, someone who can take their dual sides and be what they needed. I think my mermaid is one. But I will need to earn the right to know for sure.

"I am very old and have not had a mate so please excuse me if I say something wrong. It does not mean I do not like you." I say as gently as I can. She nods her head. "How about I make you something to eat? Would you like me to start the next movie?" She nods again, I would need to check with the human, but in the time I come from feeding your mate is everything it means the trust you provide for them, it shows you cherish them. Food is love. I don't think that is what it means here so I will try not to get too excited.

I decide to make her a sandwich, a simple gesture but one that I hope will show her my intentions are pure. As I put away the groceries, I keep out the ingredients for a special treat - strawberries, sweet but not overly so or unhealthy. I prepare the plate with care, arranging the food meticulously, wanting to present her with something that will bring a smile to her face.

Balancing the plate in one hand, I make my way back to the living room, where Renee sits, her eyes glued to the television screen. It was perfect timing, I put on the second Harry Potter movie after handing her the plate, which she gives a happy squeal from. I can't hide my own smile. I don't know these movies, never paid attention, it never mattered now I wish I had.

"Do you like it? " I jokingly ask as she shoves the food in her mouth. She nods and I chuckle. I feel Jace trying to push back. But I refuse to let him. He doesn't understand her right now. "I've heard so much about Harry Potter, but I've never seen it myself. Can you be my guide?"

That has her head snapping up and swallowing. "You didn't watch it with Jace?"

I think about how exactly I can explain that I have never really been interested in human things. I normally don't even take over when in human form. I decide the truth is the best road.

"I don't really come out much. I prefer being in fur. The human world is very different, and I don't know what to do like this." I gesture to myself and shrug. "But I would like to learn. If you don't mind."

"I'm sorry, I don't understand what you mean. You prefer being in fur? What does that even mean?" She looks at me with a confused expression on her face.

I take a deep breath, trying to find the right words to explain myself. "I mean, I'm not really interested in human things. I don't even take over when I'm in human form. It's just not my thing."

Renee's eyebrows furrowed in confusion. "But why? What's wrong with being human?"

I shrug, feeling a bit uncomfortable. "I don't know, it's just not...me. I've always felt more comfortable in my animal form. It's where I feel like I belong."

Her eyes widened in surprise. "I don't get to do that much, but Jasmine doesn't mind."

Renee doesn't say more about that and I really think I know why and I am just happy to know her wolf's name. She then took a deep breath and began to tell me all about it. She explained how there was a whole other world, hidden from the non-magical people, where witches and wizards lived and went to school. She told me about Hogwarts, the magical school, and how it was divided into four houses, each with its own unique traits and qualities.

As she spoke, I couldn't help but be amazed by her words. It sounded like something straight out of a fantasy novel. But her excitement and conviction made me believe that it was real.

"Wait, so there are actually people with magical powers?" I asked, trying to wrap my head around this new information.

"Yes, and it's not just limited to humans. There are also fantastic creatures like dragons, unicorns, and even talking paintings," She replied, her eyes sparkling with wonder.

I couldn't believe what I was hearing. It sounded like a world full of endless possibilities and adventure.

"And the best part is, Harry Potter, the famous wizard, goes to Hogwarts too. He's the chosen one, destined to defeat the dark wizard, Lord Voldemort," Renee continued, her voice filled with excitement.

I was in awe of this whole new world that she had just introduced me to. It was like discovering a hidden treasure, and I couldn't wait to learn more about it.

"Maybe we should start from the beginning! Can you put the other disk back in?" She asks.

"Of course I can." I get up to do just that when I catch a scent I don't know followed by a knock on the door and a whimper from my mate.