Her Rogue

Friends

As the sun began to set, I left my cave to hunt. Since I met my mate, I didn't feel that burning desire for blood. My desire turned to her. I was hungry and needed nourishment. I'm feeling things I haven't felt in years. I also haven't been a human either.

As a rogue, I should have died a long time ago. Rogues are a menace and they usually die within a year or two.

But I have not. The Moon Goddess must have a plan for me or knows my fate. I've considered talking to her but I feel a deep amount of shame. I haven't felt this way as a kid.

I walked with my head held low and my tail drooping. I reached the edge of the lake. I drank the water like it was my first taste of freedom. It was cool and sweet. Once I was done, I waited til the water cleared and stopped rippling.

My eyes were the only thing I recognized. My body was thin, a few ribs stuck out on each side. My fur was mangy. I had a couple scars on my face. Why would such a beautiful wolf want me as her mate? I asked myself.

"Because you are her mate. She will look past your...our flaws. She will love you...us... We must protect her. She will carry on your bloodline." Zeke replied.

I could feel how anxious he was to see our mate again. We could smell her innocents. She was perfect.

"When do you think we will see her again? I know she isn't far. I can smell her."

"She won't be able to stay away. She has to accept us or reject us."

"I hope it's not the latter. I need her."

I felt Zeke sigh. I agreed with him. We both need her.

I took one last drink and headed back to the cave. My stomach was growling but I didn't know what to do.

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I picked up Jenna and Kyle and headed to town to catch a movie.

"What is up with you L? You seem different." Jenna asked.

"Yeah. I can see it too." Replied Kyle.

Jenna was two inches shorter then me. A bit more curvature then me. She had dark amber skin, black curly hair that fell to her shoulders. Big brown doe eyes and full lips.

Kyle was about my height. He was pale with dark brown hair and hazel eyes. He was slender but not real stocky.

I looked at my friends and replied, "I'm fine. I'm just a bit tired today."

We purchased our tickets, drinks and popcorn and went inside to find our seats.

"Whatever girl. You know you can't fool me." Jenna whispered. Kyle giggled. I blushed. Jenna was a blood hound for getting information. We all three grew up together. My friends are a month or two older then me and yet they haven't found their mates. My all were to attend the Mating Hunt this Friday night.

Jenna and Kyle were really into this romance comedy flick then I was. I kept having this nagging feeling of hunger but I wasn't hungry. My expression must have been squed because I felt a tug on my hoodie sleeve.

"Hey L, you ok?" Kyle whispered.

"I'm ok." I replied.

Kyle didn't seem to believe me cuz he gave me a bit of a glare.

Once the movie finished, we threw our empty drinks and popcorn containers in the trash. We walked to my car, unlocked it and we all got in.

"Seriouly L, are you really ok?" Kyle asked again.

"Yes."

"Girl, you look a bit pale. Are you sick? Are you pregnant?" Jenna asked.

"Oh Goddess no!" I nearly shouted at me friends. "I'm still a virgin!"

They both looked at each other and burst out laughing.

"Then what's the hang up?" Kyle asked.

"Ok. I'll tell you but you have to promise not to say anything to anyone. Promise?" I asked.

They both promised.

"Ok. I have a confession to make."

They both stared at me, waiting for me to spill.

"I... Um..." I dragged it out.

"Just spit it out already girl!" Jenna growled at me.

"I love chocolate caramel ice cream!" I said laughing.

They were both unimpressed. Jenna sighed and rolled her eyes. Kyle just flopped back into the back seat.

I dropped them off at Jenna's. Kyle lives right across the street from her. We waved our good-byes and I headed for home.

I pulled into the drive way. I shut my car off, got out and locked it.

I walked to the front door and unlocked it and stepped inside. I'm the only one home. I walked to the kitchen. Grabbed a small bowl and spoon. I grabbed my favorite ice cream out of the freezer and got a few scoops. I put it back in the freeze and took my bowl to the breakfast table.

As I ate my ice cream, my mind wondered to him. His eyes and his scent. Suddenly the heat and electricity I felt started to seep into my body.