Awakening Fate

Chapter 18: Mates

Emmeline’s POV

              We all turn to see an enraged Clark making his way through the crowd. His eyes are pitch black staring in our direction letting us know that his wolf is in control. I feel myself cringe as I take in how angry he looks. Holding my breath, I wait for him to punish us all for making a scene or upsetting Hayden who looks like a spoiled brat. With her hands on her hips, she throws Lily and I an evil smirk before turning towards Clark.

              “Baby, these two are spreading some very misleading information.” She explains batting her eyelashes. “This behavior could be problematic for the pack.”

              The only thing that moves is Clark’s black eyes as he takes in what Hayden is saying. The anger expressed across his face doesn’t change. His eyes appear to assess each of us and then come to an halt on me. Everything in me is screaming run, but I am frozen to my spot.

              He lets out a long deep breath before moving towards us. He seems to be breathing heavily and appears to be fighting his wolf more the closer he gets. The only thing he states as he approaches is “MINE.”

              Lily gasps as she looks at me with wide eyes. Hayden on the other hand is all smiles and she opens her arms to Clark. Happiness radiates off of her in waves.

              “Clark, finally!” She exclaims with a wide goofy smile. “I always knew you would come around.”

              However, her smile quickly faulters and disappears as Clark passes her. He doesn’t even stop to acknowledge her as he walks by. His eyes are still fixated on me, and I feel myself start to move backwards preparing to run, but two large arms pull me into a rock hard chest. He brings his face down to the crook of my neck taking in a deep breath.

              “Clark!” Hayden shrieks as she steps towards us. “What are you doing?”

              Clark suddenly snaps out of it and turns his head back towards her. His eyes remain black, but his face is no longer contorted in anger. Now he just looks annoyed. He slowly pulls me into his side before turning to face Hayden.

              “I’m holding my mate.” He states roughly as his eyes move from her back to me. “What were you doing to her?” He asks sternly glancing at Kenzie who is slowly moving backwards towards the crowd.

              “She is not seriously your mate.” Hayden exclaims running her hands through her blonde hair.

              “Why couldn’t she be?” Lily asks stepping up to stand beside her brother. “I think she could be a perfect match for him.” I now notice that Lily is grinning as she looks at me and nods reassuringly.

              “No that is not possible.” Hayden says shaking her head. “This isn’t a she-wolf that would enhance our pack. Kenzie tell them!” Hayden pleads looking at her best friend for support. Her blonde hair is now a mess due to how many times she has run her hands through it. Her face is red and splotchy due to her hot temper. Overall, she is a mess.

              “She isn’t lying.” Kenzie mutters quietly trying not to get too involved.

              “She has never been able to stand up for herself or do anything that serves the pack.” Hayden explains while Clark just tilts his head giving a bored look. The statements Hayden makes sting slightly and all I want to do is move away from her, but the moment I try to get some space Clark just tightens his grip. I look to Lily for help, but next to me now stands my brother who is glaring at Hayden and Kenzie.

              “But I thought you said we were lying.” Lily states looking around confused. “If that were the case how would you know that she never could stand up for herself?”

              Hayden’s mouth drops open as she realizes her mistake. She begins to stumble over her own words looking at all of us with slight panic. “That’s not fair.”

              “I believe what we have here is someone who is just threatened by our future Luna.” Matt says shrugging.

              “It would be hard not to feel threatened knowing that she is nothing compared to my Luna.” Clark says making my own mouth fall open in shock while my cheeks turn three shades darker from blushing.

              “Clark, you don’t mean that.” Hayden says with tears falling down her cheeks.

              “I guess time will tell. Maybe now you won’t throw away your fated mate.” Clark states coldly.

              Kenzie walks up to Hayden slowly and takes her by the hand. “Come on lets go. Now is not the time.” She mutters as she pulls a shocked and hurt Hayden towards the pack house. Every few steps Hayden glances back with a mixture of anger and pain.

              “Well, this is a surprise.” Matt says with a light tone looking at me. “I didn’t think you would end up being mated to my little sister. I can’t tell if I should be pissed off or if I should be ecstatic.”

              A small chuckle comes from Clark as he continues to hold me and places his face back into the crook of my neck. I shudder slightly as I feel his hot breath on my neck.

              I place my hand on his chest and pull back slightly trying to get a good look at him. “No, wait.” I state softly making him look at me confused.

              “I’m sorry, but there has to be a mistake. What they said is not wrong, I’m not worthy of being your mate. Oh goddess, I’m not meant to be a Luna.” My voice raises a few octaves as I start to panic. “You can’t choose me.” I express giving Clark a pleading look.

              “I’m not choosing you.” He states giving me another confused look. “You are my destined mate.”

              “Congrats man.” Matt says shaking Clark’s hand. “You better take good care of her.”

              As Matt and Clark continue to chat and joke around the rest of our family comes over to celebrate with us. I however don’t hear a word that is spoken. Instead, everything sounds hollow and there seems to be buzzing noise filling my ears. I glance around and everyone is smiling and talking amongst each other while I just stand there watching. My chest grows tight as I struggle to take a breath. I don’t understand what is happening. Everything seems to be moving too fast, and I don’t understand how I have obtained the attention of two strong males without even trying.

              I start to gasp for air as I try to wrap my head around what is happening. I feel two hands grasp my shoulders and look up to see my mother looking at me with concern. I notice now that everyone is looking at me funny. My mother is trying to say something, but I can’t hear anything. Everything starts to get blurry as my chest starts to hurt more.

              A pair of warm hands replace my mothers and now I find myself staring at the ocean blue eyes of my mate. “Emmeline, I need you to breathe.” He states out slowly allowing me to hear him. I nod and take in a long painful breath. Slowly everything starts to come together, and I can start to hear everyone again.

              “What happened to her?” My mother asks in a panicked voice.

              “It appears she has had a panic attack.” Clark answers her while not taking his eyes away from mine.

              “What are you doing?” Lily asks looking between me and Clark.

              “Because she doesn’t have her wolf yet, she doesn’t feel the bond as strong I as do. So, for me to calm her and help her she needs to be able to fully see me. Once she gets her wolf our bond will grow, and all this will get easier.” Clark answers her giving me a small smile.

              Every part of my body feels heavy as I come down from my panic. Clark fingers rub small circles on my arms making me feel tired. Every touch from his feels warm and tingles slightly. I can’t help but lean into him as I grow more tired.

              “I think it’s time for her to retire and get some rest for the evening. I’ll meet up with some of you later.” Clark says to our family before pulling me with him towards the pack house.

              After a few minutes I struggle to keep up due to his tall frame. Clark notices my struggle and slows down slightly. “It may be easier if I just carry you.” He states with a small smile making me shake my head aggressively.

              “Please don’t that would be so embarrassing right now. I’ve already caused a scene; I don’t need another one.”

              Clark just chuckles at me response. “I’ll accept that for now, but at some point, you will have to get use to me attending to you.”

              My face feels on fire from my blush. I groan and try to keep my head down while Clark continues to laugh at my responses. It feels like it takes forever for us to reach my bedroom door. As I’m about to open my bedroom door Clark pulls me back and looks at me with concern.

              “You don’t seem happy about being my mate.” He states sounding hurt.

              I instantly feel guilty. “It’s not like that. I just don’t want to disappoint you. I never thought I would be wanted and it’s a bit overwhelming.”

              He nods slowly while still gazing at me.

              I let out a long sigh. “There is also things that have happened that has made me a little hesitant. I just don’t want to get hurt or used.” I mumble looking down at my feet. After a second, I feel a finger under my chin guiding me to look up at those beautiful eyes.

              “I can understand that. I just hope that you give this a chance and let me help you move past the experiences that have made you hesitant. Trust me to not ever cause you harm intentionally. All I want is to show you that what we have is special.” He whispers while looking me in the eyes. “Can you give this a chance?”

              I feel my heart flutter as he opens himself emotionally to me. Taking a deep breath, I slowly give him a soft smile and nod. “Yes, I can try.” I whisper feeling myself blush under his intense stare.

              I watch as a smile spreads across his face and in an instant, I feel myself pulled into his chest again as he hugs me. I can’t help but giggle at how excited he is. He breathes out a sigh of relief as he grabs my hands and kisses my knuckles.

              “You have no idea how happy you have just made me.” He says with the most beautiful smile.

              Everything about that smile makes me feel warm. I don’t know what comes over me, but I find myself stretching up and placing lips gently against his. He seems shocked at first after about a second he grabs me by the waist pulling me forward and intensifying the kiss. My body feels like it comes alive as shocks pulse through me. It takes everything in me to keep from moaning from the sensations I get from just the kiss. When we are both in need of air Clark slowly breaks away leaving me gasping.

              “Well, Emmeline, you are full of surprises.” He says with a silly smile making me giggle.

              “Emmy, please just call me Emmy.” I state feeling comfortable for the first time in a long time.

              Clark nods with a large smile adorning his face. “Emmy.” He whispers softly. “Sweet dreams Emmy.” He says softly kissing my forehead before turning and leaving me breathless.

              In my room I find myself leaning up against my door smiling like a mad woman. My whole body feels warm. I’m in need for a cool shower before I even consider crawling into bed. All I know is that tonight I’m going to bed with thinking about those blue eyes and that insanely gorgeous smile.