Unexpected

chapter 8: meeting

[Sarah’s pov]

I've had an uneasy feeling in my gut since she left alone last night. I knew I should've gone with her. What's more strange is that Bay’s dream was correct. I should know better than to doubt myself. I've never been wrong in the past.

It's been about 10 minutes since Alex and this mysterious vampire dude arrived. I don't trust him. His aura is dark and extremely powerful. He can’t have good intentions with our girl, it just wouldn't make any sense. I can tell without even hearing his last name this is the man Gram warned us about. Which makes me fear for us all.

“So tell me, Jase. How is it that a vampire can be out in the sunlight? “ I inquired. He should've been burnt to ashes by now. Everybody knows that if a vamp steps foot into the sunlight they die almost instantly.

“Not that I have to answer you miss, but being the age that I am, I've met quite a few witches in my lifetime. One was kind enough to enchant this ring for me so that I may go about my business whenever I please.” he wore a blank expression on his face when he looked at me.

“Strange, Mister...I'm sorry, I didn't quite get your last name?” I raised a brow looking him straight in the eyes, his fiery gaze not moving an inch.

“That my dear is because I didn't give it to you. Why are you questioning me? I've done nothing wrong and I saved my mate’s life and brought her home safely. I will be answering no more questions from you.” he sneered and looked at Alex. “My Princess, I should really be going now. But I will be back to see you tomorrow, enjoy your day and please for all of our sakes, stay out of the woods. I can't even begin to think what I might do if I'm not there to save you again.” he brought her hand to his lips and pulled her into a hug. When he pulled away her face was as red as a tomato.

[Bay’s pov]

I don't know how to feel. I'm angry but I shouldn't be. I'm angry at my parents. I'm angry at Gram. I'm angry at Sarah and Alex. So many secrets and I just can't take it. This Jase, he's the one Gram warned us about. I just know it. The way he dodged Sarah's questions was enough to admit it.

I watched him leave after saying goodbye to my sister and when I was sure he was far enough away I started talking “Alex, I don't trust him. I think you should stay as far away from him as possible. He wouldn't even tell us his last name! He’s obviously the man Gram told us about.” I demanded as her face distorted into one of anger.

“BAY MICHAEL CASAL! You do not get to tell me who I can and can't be around! He is my mate and It's nothing like anything I've ever felt in my life! HE SAVED ME FOR CHRIST’S SAKE, BAY! He didn't answer your questions because he didn't need to. And frankly, it's none of your damn business who he is! I know who he is. He told me without a hesitation. MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS FOR ONCE IN OUR LIFE!!” she screamed at me, and took off into the house. I just want to keep her safe. And one look at that man and I can tell he isn’t. Why can't she ever listen?

Sarah stood up and crouched in front of me and put her hand on my cheek. “Lay off a bit huh? She can handle herself more than you give her credit for. You might not understand it but in the supernatural world, finding your one true mate is a lot harder than you think. Some spend entire lifetimes without meeting theirs. And your sister got to find hers before she even knew what it was. There is no doubt in my mind that he isn’t Jase Fain. But I don't think he will ever harm her. Gram warned us for OUR protection, not hers''. With that she stood up and walked in after Alex. Running my hand through my hair, I let out a huge sigh. He might not hurt her himself, but a man like that has tons of enemies. Something is bound to happen.

[Alex’s pov]

Laying on my stomach, I had my face shoved into my pillow balling my eyes out. Why can’t he ever just let me do things on my own? We’re turning eighteen tomorrow and he’s not my father! Hearing the door creak open and gentle steps, I already know who it is.

“You wanna talk about it?” she said as she sat next to me and started rubbing my back. “I can't imagine how you're feeling but I'm always going to be here for you to talk too. No matter what.”

Slowly I sit up, and lean against the wall. “I don't know Sarah. Why can't my own brother trust me to make decisions about my own life? I know who Jase is. And yeah it scares me a bit, but when he looks at me I can tell he will never hurt me. He even told me he’d teach me how to fight so I'm never in the position I was last night again!” I admitted to her. It's true I mean, he promised me no harm will ever come to my loved ones or me.

“Alex, I love you and you know I do. Don't get me wrong, I just chewed out Bay because he doesn't understand anything that's going on between you and Jase. But, you just met him and he's got 3,000 years of experience and you have none when it comes to relationships. So take it slow. I know the mate bond is hard to resist, and you haven't even felt the full extent of it yet since you don't have your wolf yet. Also, your brother just wants to protect you. It's not that he doesn't trust you with your own s**t. I think it scared him, that there is nothing he can do to keep Jase away from his precious little sister.”

“I AM NOT HIS LITTLE SISTER! I'M ONLY FIVE MINUTES YOUNGER!!!!” I yelled at her. She knows I hate being called his little sister. We’re the same damn age!

“Yaaaahh I knew that would piss you off” she chuckled. “Now get your ass up, take a shower, then meet me in the living room so we can go into town for some food, just you and me” I nodded and headed to the bathroom.