Chapter-3

Cynthia

Age-14

“You look like someone I know.” I said to the lady sitting with me as we swang above the sparkling turquoise colour water. My feet dipped in the cold serene water everytime we went past it and hair were busy dancing with the small blue birds chirping around us. I could also feel the fresh air kiss my pale skin and i just knew this was my home. i was still trying to catch one of the bird when she finally spoke.

“One day, you will have to face the whole world my dear girl.” She said and caressed my platinum blond hair.

“Do you think, I would be able to do that?” I asked not meeting her eyes, I was scared she will look disappointed, instead I chose to admire my pretty surrounding. wemight be swinging over a lake maybe but there was no land in sight, only clouds and pretty birds and fishes. I giggled when one red fish jumped near my left foot.

“You are capable of anything my Cynthia, you are so gentle inside that I didn’t want you to go down there but mother had no choice.” She said while kissing my head.

I looked up confused, “Why mother? Was I being very bad?”

“No, my sweet kiddo, the reason I had to let you go is because your fate was too ruthless.”

“Mother what does that mean?”

“It’s-

                                            *LOUD ALARM RINGING*

Urghhh! Same dream, same interruption and same questions. Who was that lady whom I always call mother? What is she always talking about? So many questions but no answers in sight. I was really losing my mind. Well, congrats Thia now you also have Aaron to trouble you. Man! I am even calling him by his given name, without his tittle great, but really isn’t that my right now? after all he is my mate.

“Cynthia Michaels!! Stop your day dreaming and get ready for school.” My Dad called from the door as Riley walked out from her room, rubbing her bed-head across the hall. Catching up the opportunity, I made a run for the bathroom but unfortunately Riles was fast and made it first. Damn it! She again got in first.

I groaned while Dad laughed at us, “oh dear daughter, I have always told you don’t sleep away your-”

“-opportunities” I completed his usual dialogue which he dictates whenever I wake up late.

“Daddy not now! I am getting late” I said while running around the room to get ready for school.

“Will that lad be coming here again?’’ Dad asked.

“Daddy his name is Cole, Cole Murray, our Headmaster’s son and yes we all go together while dropping Riley on the way.”

“I don’t understand why does he have to come? You are more than capable to walk yourself” he inquired.

“Dad, for god’s sake he is not my- what did you call him the other day, yeah suitor, he is just my friend, by the things are moving probably my only friend.’’ I said to him feeling down all of a sudden but Dad understood and hugged me with so much love that I knew no matter what happens I will always have my family with me. Not able to shift in front of anyone was starting to affect my social standing, people were doubting my abilities. I knew sooner or later I will have to shift but I really couldn’t decide how to do that. If I shift with my white fur, it will be no less than calling for trouble.

“Honey! I know, you are worried but believe me I know some shifters who shift even at 18, it’s no big deal at all.” He re-assured me. His words were kind but made me wonder, no matter how much he assures me but I also noticed he never says that even if I don’t shift, I will be ok. Looks like even he knows that’s not something either of us will be able to handle. We are at the bottom already and if I couldn’t even shift, we will be declared outcast for sure. I shudder at the thought and finally got ready for school leaving all my anxieties for the time being.

Riley and I were busy eating the scrambled eggs and hot milk Dad made us when I felt his presence. I looked toward the door just as the second later the door bell rang and Dad went for the door.

“Cole is early than usual” Riley said biting into her toast. I didn’t even realise but the words were out of my mouth.

“It’s not Cole.” And to prove my statement, Aaron walked in when Dad opened the door. He was looking as handsome as always making my heart pitter-patter. His fresh showered blonde hair was combed back and his strong frame was draped in cotton white shirt and blue ripped denim jeans. One of his hands was combing his wet hairs back to stop them from falling on his forehead while other was resting on his waist. He looked worried for some reason and that troubled me. I could feel his annoyance at something. What’s wrong mate mine? I wanted to ask so badly.

“Seth are you free today?” Aaron asked dad, still unaware of my presence, his supposed mate, his fated mate.

“Good morning to you too King Aaron.” Dad teased him as he untied his apron and hanged it near the door. Instead of answering him, Aaron just glared at him with his alpha stare. Dad shook his head at him and just nodded. When Aaron started to turn back to the door then only, he caught us in his royal sight.  His deep blue eyes stopped at me for a second making me wish he might recognise me but then they passed on to my little sister and I knew I was still a nobody to him.

“Good morning ladies!” he greeted us with a gentle smile which if anyone knows him will know was a little forced. I can’t believe this, just the sole knowledge of him being my mate has made me aware of him so much.

“Good morning King Aaron!’’ we both greeted him back.

He smiled “I hope you troublemakers take it easy on your parents today.” he teased us and made my Dad laugh while Riley and I just rolled our eyes.

‘’We wish, don’t we little angels?’’ Dad teased along.

‘’Daddy we are not that bad!’’ I said when my face starting turning red in shame. He’ s my mate for god’s sake. He doesn’t need more things to repulse him from me. Why dear moon goddess? Why couldn’t I have some common man as a mate?

‘’Okay ladies, have a good day at school, Daddy and I will be going now.” Aaron said and nodded at my Dad.

While riley replied, I didn’t bother. every time I see Aaron not recognising me, I strangely feel rejected. He is blocking our bond and that sucks. I know we can not be in a relationship just yet, but still having your mate by your side even as a friend is the biggest blessing.