Fated: Cara Nightwood

Girls Time

Chapter 7

Cara's POV

*The Next Day*

Clair and I had a blast yesterday. We talked, and we hit it off, I'm glad we did. Claire is what you would call an optimist; she's independent, energetic and insane. She's also a bit of a girly girl which I'm okay with, although she keeps defining it. Oh, and she's a great fighter. You wouldn't think so until you piss her off real bad and she's like a whole different person. It just goes to say, 'You can't judge a book by its cover.'

The sound of my phone diverted my attention. I glanced at my phone. It was a message from Claire.

I was just thinking of Claire, it's like we're connected somehow. I picked the smartphone Xavier, got me among others and proceeded to read the text from Claire. How did she get my number anyway? 

You hungry

At the mention of food, my stomach decided for me; by growling so loud I was convinced the whole pack could hear. Just as I was about to answer, another text came through from Clare.

Your stomach growled, didn't it?

To say I was surprised was an understatement, how did she know. Do werewolves have special powers or something?

 I replied,

How did you know?

I just do. 

So is that yes on food?

Hell yea! Where are we meeting at? Send.

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At Molly's Cafe

Cool. See you there. Send

Okey Dokey x 

I chuckled at her response, amused.

***

A Couple Hours Later

I'm such an i***t. I had completely forgotten to ask Claire for the time and directions to Molly's Cafe. Flustered, I checked my phone again. Nothing. Why hadn't she replied? I had sent a message to Clare as soon as I remembered, which was an hour ago.

Maybe I should call Xavier. I thought, then decided against it. He could be busy, I don't want to be a burden and trouble him with my problem. I let a breath, what should I do? I glanced at my phone again, nothing. Claire didn't text back. I chewed on my bottom lips, conflicted. Okay, I going to call him, I decided as I reached for my phone, dialling Xavier's number before I chickened out. Hopefully, he knows where she's at being the Alpha and his sister.  

The phone rang for a second before Xavier's voice came through. "You okay sweetie." The sound of Xavier giving me goosebumps. "Babe you there."Xavier's voice broke me from my thought. "Huh, oh yeah I'm here. Um, I kind of got myself into a pickle.I can't seem to reach Claire. We were meant to meet up at Molly's Cafe and I forgot to ask for directions and the time and I didn't want to call you and be a burden but I don't know" what to do." I said, all in one breath. 

"Okay, okay, calm down, love. You're going too fast, you need to breathe." I did as instructed. Good, now I need to repeat it slower, can you do that for me?" I nodded then remembered you couldn't see me and replied."Yes." I proceeded, reaping what I had previously said, but slower. 

Firstly, you're not a burden, ever. I'm always here if you need me okay."

Yeah, okay."

"Good as for Clare. I don't know where she is, but I can mind-link her and find out." 

I forgot to mention Claire is also related to Xavier. What's the story with me bumping with Xavier's siblings and then hitting it off? It's really weird. Maybe it's fate; the universe trying to tell me something. But what, it's a mystery. 

The phone came to life, jolting me from my thoughts. Xavier's voice sounded through the phone. "Apparently Claire has also been searching for you, she is in the kitchen right now. I've informed her of the dilemma, and she apologised." I sighed in relief, "she doesn't need to apologise I forgot to ask the time and location, that's on me," I replied. Xavier chuckled, "that's not what she thinks." I smiled. I'm on my way as we speak." 

"She'll be glad. Is that all love?" 

"That's all, thanks Xavier," I responded, giddy. I'm still wrapping my head around the whole mate thing. The feeling of butterflies, goosebumps and all that jazz. It'll take me a while to get used to it, but I won't lie, it's an amazing feeling. To feel loved, wanted, appreciated and to return those feelings.   

***

"I had a great time Claire, thank you." 

After the situation earlier, Clair and I made our way to Molly's Cafe. Not before her apologising perpetually, I told her what I told Xavier, which she dismissed me after much convincing she accepted. We laughed it off

"No sweat, we're practically sisters now, also you're awesome to be around." I smiled at that, glad that I have someone else to talk to besides Xavier. "Well, this is me," I awkwardly expressed. I stood outside the pack-house lingering unsure of what to do next. We stood there awkwardly for a bit. Clair smiled and suddenly pulled me into a hug. I stiffened, I wasn't expecting it. I had never been hugged before, it felt nice. I relished the hug, we broke apart, all smiles. 

"I'm glad you're Xavier's mate, you'll do him good. Goddess knows he needs it," she whispered in the last part. I ignored it, not sure how to take it. "Well, I better be going, Seb would most likely be wondering where I've been." Seb is Clair's mate, who is Xavier's second in command; beta. 

"Stay strong, girl," she said, gently squeezing my hand for reassurance before leaving. My eyes trained on her retreating figure. A small smile making its way to my lips. 

I can do it.