#Chapter97I sat at the small table that was resting in our bedroom along with two lounge chairs. My fingers tapping on the smooth table top, I looked out of my bedroom window beside me toward the mountains that were far out in the distance. The sun was setting and the night was slowly but surely approaching.Snatching my eyes away from the outside world, I looked down at the dazzling ring that was resting on my left ring finger. I touched it and began twirling it around my little finger. Why was I contemplating the the need to take it off?All was quiet, except for my light breathing and the wind that rattled the windows a little. I quickly snatched my hand away from my ring and listened to the jiggling of the bedroom door knob. The door gradually creaked open until he was able to slip into the ajar door. He slowly closed it, making sure not to make any unnecessary movement.His head was low, his eyes trained on the carpeted floor under him. I mentally begged for him to
#Chapter98Jess Pov.After finding a quick bite to eat, we decided that we should visit her mother. I pulled in front of her mother's home. Aniyah picked up her food and belongings and exited the car. Grabbing my food, I followed.I slammed the car door shut as I began following Aniyah toward the home. Her head snapped off to the side. Curious of her reasons, I followed her gazed.Coming from across the street was Brent. He leaned against the car and he gestured for me to come to him.I found myself smiling at first until I quickly hid my enthusiasm with seriousness."I tried fighting it." Aniyah admitted. "Didn't go to well."Aniyah dug into her bag, desperately searching for her mother's house keys. Seeing as how she seemed to be 'searching' for her keys, I knew she was just buying him time. I turned away from her. I walked down the porch staircase and down the path, leading toward the car.My arms folded across my chest, I stood in front of him. I fought to k
#Chapter99Sex With A Beast SeriesBook ThreeIntertwinePrologueI gazed up at the star-filled sky then back down to the ground. Blurry shadows walked past me; their faces unclear to me. My view was hazy. My tear-filled eyes left me blinded and troubled. A burst of frigid air rushed through me. I wrapped my arms around me tighter. This was my fault! I cursed myself for not being here. I should have been here with her. My dog ran from the front door and brushed her body against my arm. Her black fur teased my chilled skin. In need of the comfort, I ran my fingers through her thick hair. Feeling a hint of moisture, I pulled my hand away, coming across a spot of blood she may have gotten on her. Frightened, I pulled away. I brushed my palms against my jeans. "Drea?" She ran to Brent, innocent of the current situation. He walked with her, keeping her busy so she would not demand my attention. Whispers. Mumbles. I could hear them talking. About what?
#Chapter100I struggled to open my heavy eyes lids. They were low and swollen, puffy from all the tears I have shed. Morning had arrived, and it felt as though I was preparing for another awful day. Reaching over to the bedside nightstand, I picked up my cell phone and unlocked it. Nothing.I laid back and stared up at the white high ceiling. I mentally cursed myself, blaming myself for the life I secretly introduced to my mother without her acknowledgement. I felt awful. I felt useless. I felt like the only thing I could do was sit here and cry and panic until Jason find her. I hate it! Lightly knocking on the door, Jess walked in after I yelled for her to enter. She closed the door with ease before she dragged herself over to me, taking a seat at the end of my bed. "Hey." "Hey." It was hard to give a genuine smile with such hurt coursing through me. I brought my knees up to my chest, leaning my chin against my knees as I cringed through the silence.
#Chapter101"Well, I tried to plan this day out for us in such a short amount of time. A spa or maybe a little manicure and pedicure thing. Lunch then maybe the fun zone. I don’t know. What do you think we should do?" I listened as Jess suggested what we should do with our day out. I was just thinking about what we can do that takes less time and will get me back home and quick. I pulled my cell phone from my jean pocket. I unlocked it and scrolled to my call log. I clicked the first name that popped up. 'Calling mother' appeared on the screen and the phone rang. I listened to it ring once then go to voicemail. I caved as I listened to her voice in the voicemail for the hundredth time. I wish she would have gotten a better phone sometimes. Something trackable. Instead, she had some old flip phone. I miss her voice. I was losing hope. I hated this. "Aniyah?" My head snapped toward Jess as she drove down the empty road toward town.“ Yes." "I calle
#Chapter102Really? Really?!If my current situation was not at its worst, faith reintroduced Carl into my presence. My face scrunched up in disgust. I took a step away from him. "Oh? This must be the infamous Carl." Jess stepped forward, a smile spread across her face. Carl looked at her. His eyebrow arched in wonder. I guess trying to figure out who she was and what she was referring to."What do you want?" I hissed. He held his hand up in defense, suggesting that he meant no harm. I was not afraid of him. More afraid for him. I looked at his right hand, searching for the scar that Jason might have left when his fingers crumbled in Jason's grasp. "I’m not here to touch you, or hurt you or..." He gulped. "Kiss...you." Jess chuckled, clearly amused by his previous attempt. I scowled at her. I didn't find it funny. She turned her laugh into a cough. "It’s been a while." "Probably not long enough." Faith could not introduce him in a few more yea
#Chapter103Week after week have gone. Weeks have turned into months. After a while, Jason had to order pack members to cover up my mother's disappearance. Her job had contacted me. I had to get our pack doctor to pretend as if she was lying in a hospital, deep in a coma from some freak accident. Bills? They have become our obligation. If not, the house would become a dump then get foreclosed by the bank. My dog has become a part of this household. The only one who is able to run in the house on all fours daily. Why can’t we go to the police? Jess had asked me that question and at first, I thought the same. Jason and the others made it clear to keep mortal personals out of the situation. They knew nothing of this world. Besides, it would only lead them on a wild goose hunt. I sat up in the bed. Looking at the small digital clock as I questioned Jason's reasons for dressing so late in the hour. "What are you doing? It’s two-thirty in the morning." "Someone fou
#Chapter104A best friend? A best friend can know your weaknesses. They can know your strongest and weakest points. They know your favorite things. Foods. Styles. Music. Color. They know what to do or say to cheer you up. Except Jess.Instead, she knows what to do or say to make me want to bury her in the darkest pit. "I will murder you." I glowered. A blast of air played around me, fondling my thick cardigan and jean covered limbs. Old dry leaves swirled around as the wind whistled past my ears.My eyes narrowed in on the massive building with the words 'Avalanche fitness' printed in strong and alluring lettering. "Oh, come on." Jess stuffed the car keys deep into her pockets. She made sure I was not going anywhere. "I thought I destroyed that card?" I heaved."You did." She beamed. "But....I took a picture before you ripped it up." "Jess-""Look. We can just check it out. That simple. We don’t have to do anything. We can just...look around.