Apart, but not forever

Chapter 3

Flynn

The first day back is always a breeze. The teachers are just explaining what our classes will be and what is expected and it is an opportunity to see which she-wolves had grown into themselves over the summer holidays.

"Have you seen Georgia today?" Jake asked me as we got to my locker to collect my lunch. I shook my head. "She is looking hot!" He continued. Jake is a ladies-man. The day he finds his true mate is the day the girls of the Red Shadow Pack will be safe.

"Do you know if Emma is here today?" I ask nervously. I had a fling with Emma at a party a few weekends ago but she is nuts. If I could avoid her today, I definitely would.

"I saw her earlier. You know her step-sister starts today?" Jake answered and continued before i got a chance to reply, "She is so tiny. Really pretty, but short. I also heard she's taking advanced classes, so probably a geek."

Hopefully, she is nothing like her step-sister. Jett, my wolf, comments. I smile at his retort.

"I might hang out in the courtyard at lunch today." I tell Jake and I headed away from the cafeteria. I didn't want to run into Emma. "I'll see you in PE?" I ask.

"Sure, See you then!" Jake says as he almost runs to the cafeteria. He is a serial lunch-order kid. I honestly don't know how he is so thin after all the crap he eats.

The bell rings indicating the end of lunch. I had managed to spend lunch in the courtyard on my own which was a nice change. Dont get me wrong, the girls are great. But sometimes I just need some space.

I slowly made my way to the gymnasium for PE.

I have a feeling this lesson is going to be a good one. Jett says. I am curious as to why, but he has no explanation.

I walk in and Couch Lowe has already given his instructions. Lucky Jake finds me and fills me in.

I am walking to my group for soccer drills when I am hit by a moving object. It wraps its bright red, polished nails around me and surrounds me with the smell of strong perfume.

Emma.

"FLYNN" Emma squealed. I groan and push her away.

"Hi." I reply simply.

"Where have you been today?" She asks me, jumping up and down in front of me.

"Around. You know." I answer and try to continue walking. Emma threads her fingers though mine.

Nope. Jett announces. He does not approve of my behaviour towards girls. He thinks it could affect when I finally find my true mate.

"I have to get to my group." I explain to Emma while removing her grip and walking away. She pouts and turns back to her group. I have really f****d myself here.

I'm too busy chatting to Jake about the upcoming soccer season that I walk straight into someone. There is very little resistance as they fall to the floor, dropping everything they were holding in their hands.

"Sorry!" I apologise while bending down to help them up. I notice that this girl isn't like the other girls in our Pack. She is short. At least two heads shorter than myself. Her thick brown hair falls across her shoulders in waves and I just want to brush it off of her face for her. When she regains composure, the first thing I notice are the bright green eyes. I have never seen anyone with eyes that colour. She is beautiful. It takes me a few moments to realize I am still holding onto her arm.

Who is she? Jett is pushing. It is strange for Jett to show any interest in a girl. He seems captivated by her, excited even. I have to admit, she is perfect, and her scent surrounds me.

"I didn't see you there." I apologise again, finally willing myself to let go of her arm, "Dont know how I could have missed you though." I continued.

"It's OK." she replied as a blush covered her freckled cheeks.

I wonder what it would feel like to kiss those cheeks... Jett muses. I try to keep his wayward thoughts in check.

"I haven't seen you around here before?" I ask curiously.

"I just moved here a few weeks ago." She responded. It all clicked. She is Emma's step-sister. This really puts a spanner in the works. What was her name? My father had told me a little while ago but I cant quite put my finger on it.

Lilah! Jett answered for me. Its's handy always having someone else listen to your conversations, picking up things you might have missed.

"Right! Lilah! I've heard of you! I'm Flynn." I introduced myself. She didn't seem to fall all over me like the other girls at this school. I liked it.

"You play?" I asked, noticing her foot on the soccer ball.

"Yea, I used to play in the team at my old school." She replied, placing one of the cones she knocked over earlier back in its right position. I couldn't help but admire her figure as she bent down. Jett was weirdly excited.

"Well, I am always available for after-school practices if you want to practice some more." I offered. She scoffed at my offer.

"I think I'll be alright, thanks." she chuckled back.

"Your loss, I'm a very good teammate!" I winked back to her, enjoying the flirt. If a glare could burn holes in the back of your head, Emma's would have gone straight through me.

I told you. Jett commented smartly. I rolled my eyes.

"Leave the girl alone, Flynn." Jake called out to me while elbowing me in the ribs..

"Jake!" I laugh as I grab where he elbowed and act injured.

"Show us what you've got!" Jake said directing Lilah to the beginning of the drill.

"Alright." she said, dropping the ball and steadying it with her foot. She really was quite fit. She was tanned and her body was just the right combination of muscles and softness.

She effortlessly dribbled the ball between the cones and lined up to strike the ball right to the back of the goal. Monica, who was acting as goalkeeper, jumped to stop but it shot right past her into the top left corner of the net. I was impressed. She was actually really good. Somehow, this just made her like fifty times hotter.

"Wooo!!" Monica celebrated.

"Youre actually pretty good!" I complimented, "But let me show you how it's done." I made my way to the start of the drill. This was my chance to impress her. Lilah took Monica's position as goalkeeper so she could have her turn running the drill as well.

I weaved my way through the cones effortlessly. I used my speed and precision to artfully lead the ball through the cones. I approached the goals, lining up for a shot. Seeing Lilah standing in the net was a definite distraction, her face was so determined that it was cute. I prepared myself to kick to the side of the net. I kicked a powerful kick towards Lilah in the goal but she somehow predicted the direction I was going to aim. She jumped to the side and curled her arms around the ball, she caught it just as she landed on the floor. I was dumbfounded. Lilah was better than good. I couldn't help but feel even more attracted to her.

I told you this lesson was going to be good. Jett almost purred out of adoration for the girl standing in the goal square.

A loud cheer came from the group of bystanders that had stopped to watch the new girl and the future Alpha. I wasn't even embarrassed, I was awed.

Monica embraced her in a tight hug and I couldn't help the pang of jealousy that overcame me. What did i have to be jealous of? I only just met her!

"I have to admit, that was impressive!" Jake complimented her, I could tell he was happy it was me and not him.

"Maybe you'll be the one giving me the extra practice sessions! I wouldn't mind being schooled by you!" I laughed, making my way over to the group. But the idea of spending time with Lilah was enticing.

"Coach Lowe! Looks like you've filled that girls' team spot!" I called out to a few groups away. I noticed Lilah's freckled cheeks glowing red again and smiled.

Coach Lowe dismissed everyone and it was the first time I was disappointed to see the end of the school day.

"You sure you don't want to take me up on that extra practice time?" I winked to Lilah as we walked back to the bags. I wanted to spend as much time as I could with her. I don't know why I am so drawn to her but I couldn't fight it.

"See you next lesson." she smiled back. I couldn't help but admire her as she walked off.

I saw the group huddled around my bag and groaned. Emma was sitting right in the middle.

Best of luck with that. Jett laughed. Thanks for the support, I retorted.

"How was your lesson? A bore? Mine too." Emma was babbling as soon as I was within earshot. I rolled my eyes.

"I've got to go." I try to escape, "Warrior training." I explain.

"Are you sure you don't want me to come back to your house?" Emma tried to pout seductively, but all I can think about is Lilah's flushed freckled cheeks. I shake my head.

"Sorry, see ya." I say as I pick up my bag and head out of the gymnasium doors.