TESSA “That was close,” I muttered as the boat continued its steady movement through the water. “I could smell his scent getting nearer to the pack clinic when we left.” Noelle raised an eyebrow in surprise. “You can smell his scent from that far away?” “Yes, why?” I replied, not fully grasping the implications of my words. However, the moment I caught the look in Noelle’s eyes, I knew I would regret my casual response. “That means your bond is still very much intact. Didn’t you say he rejected you?” I pursed my lips. “Wait,” she gasped. “You never mentioned anything about rejecting him! No wonder you guys still have such great chemistry.” I sighed and ran my fingers through my hair. “I just didn’t have the opportunity to,” I admitted. “I left before that could happen.” “Really?”

