NIGHT MIST

CHAPTER 8

HANSEL POV:

Last night border patrol was a complete s**t show. Caught two spies from the neighboring packs. Ironically enough allies with the two alphas here. The Norwood pack, and fang. On top of that, I killed five rouges trying my defense. I come across to most as calm, collective, and patient . What they don't know is that my temper is literally hot as hell fire. I had to have constraint what alpha would I be if I didn't practice what I preach? Kaos was frothing at the mouth when I killed them. He wishes he could be out. I promised him that when we have our mate beside us, everyone will see him. I talked to Jacobi while we were out. He gave me the place of her work.I promised him I would try to make it right.

Once I got home after our border patrol, I washed the blood and got a shower. The next morning, I did my paper work, and told him he would be foreseeing things when I'm gone. Unfortunately for him, Chris and Jake are still here. The omega showed them and their daughter their rooms. Got into my jeep and headed there. Which brings us to now. I finally found out my hell cats name. I can tell she didn't want to reveal that, but hey, it works out for me. Seeing her anger threw her smile I knew I f****d up. My name is Hansel.

I wanted to apologize for the other night. You were only trying to talk and have all of us together. Jessie gave me the third degree, and I have to say you're lucky to have a friend as loyal as her. Can we please move forward? I would love to take you out to dinner tonight and let you see me for me. Not the show I was putting on. I'm a man enough to admit I have trust issues, and I don't let people close. With you, I'd like to try. I can't say it won't always happen, but I would like to try. She looks at me with hesitation. I can't blame her. I was a douche. Finally, she speaks. You know I talked to my parents about that night?

My heart sinks to my ass. I thought, man, I really messed this up already. My mom and dad found it hallirious. They said about time I could meet someone to keep me on my toes and not be weak minded. Not the exact words, but the same concept. I understand you being stand offish, after having a fan club all night I would be too. I am the same way, I have problems letting people know the real me. She looks down and bites her lips. Now, if that doesn't make me want to change direction to this conversation and kiss her, own her mouth, and let everyone know.. Ugh damn it. Ifyou're serious, Hansel, i work till 6. I can be ready by seven?

If you don't mind? can I just hang out here? if it makes you uncomfortable, I can leave? Starlet shakes her head. it's ok you can stay here. I reach out and touch her hand, and whispered. "I like your eyes without the contacts." She steps back and closes her eyes. Then, she leans down and asks, "How did you know? I chuckel and point to mine. starlet blushes, oh, right? makes sense. I ripped my one of contacts this morning. So these are my "new contacts," she air quotes. So what can I get you to drink? we have coke products and sweet tea.

I would take a coke, please. With a nod, she walks off. Taking in her black jeans that look painted on, I can see every curve through her black shirt and tiny apron. Also, I notice the twins she smiles and laughs at something they say . Kaos let's out a low growl. Well, that helped with my tight pant situation. They're probably friends. Don't f**k this up dude. I tell Kaos. I don't like that you pissed her off, and she's smiling at them when it should be us. Well, we get her tonight, and we'll try to make it right. With a huff, he turns and lays down. She hands me a coke, and I ordered a burger with some fries. I noticed it's picking up. So I told her we could talk when she's not busy.

Starlet pov:

I don't know how to feel about this situation. I know he's being sincere and wasn't lieng. Something keeps drawing me to him. I blushed! I NEVER blush. Walking up to Marty and Josh, i put his order in. "So, who's the mystery guy who snagged your attention?" Marty jokes. I never saw you act like that around a guy. He's just a friend. How about we get his food in, and I won't make fun of your dating history. They both laugh and fake salute. walking back over, I hand him his food. I'll try to talk when I can. If you need anything, I'll be back. With a nod from him, I left. I cash Mrs Jane out she promises to be back again. I give her a hug. and go about my day. I saw Jessie walk in, I gave her a quick wave, and she sent a glare over to Hansel. Play nice. I whisper yell.

I'll fill you in later. I promised her. For the next few hours, all you heard were plates crashing together, ice being filled in cups, order ups being yelled. People having their own conversations. Feeling his eyes on me, I sent him a quick smile. Finally, my last table was cashing out. I completely forgot about Hansel and crashed in the bar stool, with my hands covering my face trying to catch my breath. I got sweat beaded down my back and in places where it's not natural. Sure enough, though, he stuck to his word and stayed for the whole 8 hours. I felt him sitting next to me. Looking up, I offer a weak smile. Hey, I'm surprised you stayed. Hansel replied I said I would, and I don't go back on my word. Are you still up for going out? I know you haven't eaten yet, and I would love to take you out. If not, we can reschedule?

Feeling Jessie beside me, slamming down with a huff. "Well, look who it is?" she said. I sent her the "not now, we'll talk later look"

Looking back over to Hansel, I say. "How about you come over to my place?" Nothing like that. I figured we could order take out, and talk in a quiet setting. I feel this will be something that needs our full attention . Hansel looks at me with a shock, then confused expression. Then he replied with a joking tone. "So, are you going to try to take me on a dark road and get your revenge?" Without missing a beat, I reply that it wasn't my attention, but thanks for the idea. He looks at me, shocked. Well, in that case, I better text Jacobi and let him know where I am and that I'm with you. I don't want things picking apart my body. I lightly smack his arm.

Let's go, I'm too tired to struggle with your big ass anyway. I tell Jessie I'm going with him and that I'll be back later. Once outside, I tell him to follow, and once I shower, we can come up with a game plan for food. We get back to my house. I ask him to sit in the living room while I get ready. once finished, I see him sitting in the recliner.His large jean clad legs squished together. The black shirt sticking to him like he was its life force. His black hair hung just enough that it was barely in his eyes. He kept rubbing his large veiny hands up and down his legs. Posture rigid. All i kept thinkin was nice to make you sweat for once. I walked out and asked where do you wanna order from?