Sophia POV I felt warm and safe in Matthew's arms. He was kind and gentle. He didn't criticize me every second like Konrad. Konrad promised to be nice, but I could tell he was struggling to keep that promise. It was almost laughable. How am I supposed to tame that beast of a man? "Why don't you get dressed? I will turn around," Matthew said. I realized I was still wearing his shirt since my clothes were ripped off when I transformed. Matthew stayed true to his word and turned around. "There, promise I won't peek." He chuckled. "I felt guilty. Matthew was trying to be a gentleman even though last night I was far from a lady. I blushed as I remembered the things I did with Konrad last night. [I should tell Matthew, should I?] I asked my wolf. [That might be a mistake,] my wolf said. [But he is so loving and trusting of me. I feel like a traitor.] I said. I was feeling conflicted, so I needed her guidance. [You don't want to hurt poor Matthew's feelings.] [Yes, but I feel lik
Valentina POV I saw Matthew carrying Sophia to her room. I wanted to call out their name as I was worried about her, but I stopped myself. Sophia looked pretty cozy in his arms, so I didn't want to interrupt them. She looked happy. Maybe she was finally getting used to us. I wondered if Sophia got intimate with either of them. I could see she'd want Matthew but Konrad? He kept doing things that'd made Sophia hate him. My silly brother... I loved him with all my heart, but sometimes he made it difficult to tolerate him. I didn't have an angry bone in my body, but... "Val!" A deep voice spoke near, breaking my train of thoughts. I turned around and met with the grinning face of Callan. His grey eyes flashed as he smiled, and his forehead crinkled. Sometimes I wondered if he knew he was much too good-looking for the good of humanity. In high school, he broke the hearts of many girls and didn't even know it. He stuck by me, his best friend, like glue, and I had to avoid the glaring
Sophia POVIt was four days later, and the spring festival was finally here. Valentina called me to her room the morning of so she could help me get dressed. I was grateful because I had no idea what to do."Would you like me to braid your hair, Sophia?" Valentina asked me.I nodded. "That would be lovely.""Great, then sit tight and leave it to me!" Valentina chirped.I smiled at her enthusiasm. I guess I was lucky to have someone who accepted me so easily. In fact, everyone in this pack had been welcoming.Everyone except for Konrad.He had been ignoring me for the past four days. Maybe the thought of him being nice to me was so difficult that he couldn't even face me because he hadn't shown up in my room. Only Matthew.And I'm ashamed to admit, a few times I thought it was Konrad visiting me, but Matthew's demeanor gave him away. And I felt slightly disappointed, as if I had been waiting for Konrad.Maybe I was waiting for him.I missed his brutish attitude. I must have gone out of
Konrad POV"You look great," Minerva admired when I came to pick her up. I wore a simple black button up shirt paired with jeans. "Thanks," I grumbled. I didn't know how to take compliments well because I was not used to them. They always made me feel uncomfortable. I'm pretty sure I glared at every girl who called me handsome and then scared them off in the process."Golly gee, Minerva. you look gorgeous too!" Minerva said in a mocking tone. Pointing out the fact that I was supposed to compliment her back. I laughed. "Sorry, I should've said that too. You do look great, Minerva." She rolled her eyes and linked her arm with mine. "Why do I feel like you are only taking me to make your mate jealous?" she raised her eyebrows. "That is simply not true," I said but in the back of my mind, I felt like I was caught. I kind of did invite her so it would bother Sophia and I'm glad I did after what she did the other night.Matthew and Sophia thought they were being sneaky but I heard them
Sophia POV My heart stopped when I saw Konrad holding hands with Minerva. She looked gorgeous in her red dress, and he looked even more beautiful than he usually did. I could see the outlines of his muscles through his black shirt, and it made me wet between my legs. I watched them from afar at first. It looked like he was arguing with Matthew. My eyes kept wandering back to his hand holding Minerva, and it made me burn with jealousy. I don't like it, he is mine. [Go, snatch him away from her,] my wolf suggested. [I can't! What right do I have? I came here with Matthew,] I said grimly.[Then why are you acting jealous?] she asked. [I don't know. Why couldn't they both take me as their date?] I said, sounding like a spoiled brat in my head. [Whoever thought you would be so possessive over your mate.] she laughed. [Don't laugh at me,] I scolded her. There was no point in trying to talk to me anyway. I was sure he was mad at me. He hadn't even spoken to me properly for four days
Matthew POV [They are getting pretty cozy over there, huh?] my wolf barked inside as I watched Konrad and Sophia dancing slowly. At first, Konrad looked like he didn't want to touch her, but now they looked closer than ever. She hugged his waist and rested her head on his chest while he held her close. Jealousy stirred inside me. I proceeded to go get my date, but someone grabbed me. So I turned around to face Valentina. "What are you doing? she asked. "Going to get Sophia out of Konrad's grasp," I said irritably. "Now, let go of my hand." "No, don't do that. Don't ruin their moment. I've never seen Konrad look at somebody like that, not even his own family. I think she's finally getting through to him. Maybe she can change him," Valentina said. I hated to admit it, but she was right. If anyone can change Konrad, it has to be Sophia. She was good, and she needed to use her kindness to fight whatever evil lived inside him. "You are going to be okay, Matthew. You won't lose her.
Konrad POV "Kiss me," she whispered in a shaky voice, and I lost all my control. I pressed my lips to hers without a second thought. The first touch of her lips felt light like a feather, and I forgot how to breathe. I wanted to, but I couldn't. My heart fluttered uncontrollably even though it was still barely a kiss. [Something is wrong with my heart.] I said to my wolf in a manner of asking for help. [You are in love, dingbat.] was his answer. I saw her eyes flutter close as she pressed against me more, kissing me more confidently. She slowly moved them on top of mine, and then her tongue hesitantly met mine. She tasted like strawberries. I moaned against her mouth and held onto her hips tightly as if she would fly away if I let go. "I want you," I growled against her lips. Something flickered in her eyes, but I couldn't read her emotion anymore. I couldn't hear her thoughts either. Come on, Sophia. What are you thinking about? I want to know if you want me too, I thought in
Matthew POVThe encounter with that strange man left me surprised and confused. I wasn't sure what to make of it."He had purple eyes?" Valentina asked. She looked like she was deep in thoughts."It was brown but with a purple hue. And he had a strange aura surrounding him. He was a shifter for sure, but I couldn't tell what kind. He wasn't a werewolf, that's for sure," I said."How can you be sure?" Callan asked."His scent...it was different. It was almost rancid," I scrunched my nose at the memory."Maybe he just hadn't showered in a long time," Callan joked."Shut up, Cal. I know the difference. Trust me on this. That guy was evil. I could sense it. He kept saying crazy things to me," I shook my head."He was trying to create problems between you and Konrad," Valentina said absent-mindedly.That, I figured out myself. He was trying to tell me that Sophia couldn't be with both of us. She had to choose. But what would happen if it came to that? Will I have to fight Konrad? I sure wa