Chapter 16 (Lucas)
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Lucas POV
Laying in my bed, all I can think about is my Sienna.
Is she ok? Did she get hurt again? Is she safe?
Does she still, in her mind, think I’d ever had anything to do with Lana?
I still can’t believe that after the second warning I gave her, she had the nerves to go back and threaten Sienna. Something’s got to be wrong with her. I’ve always, ALWAYS pushed her away. I’ve never given her the slightest hint that I care for her as any more than another she-wolf from the same pack as me. She’s always had such a bratty and petty personality. I absolutely have no interest in her, AT ALL! I always knew I wanted to be fateful to my mate. I would and never will betray my Sienna, EVER!
My mate…
Never in a million years did I think I’d find her like this. Even with her being so bruised, fearful, and closed off from others, I think she’s perfect! And Beautiful! Goddess, I wish she’d stop saying she’s a waste of space, or that she’s ugly. It makes me a little angry when she says this. She is far from it. She is BEAUTIFUL! My whole world and I’d give her the moon and the stars if I could.
I feel restless. Tossing and turning for what seems like hours and not merely minutes, I can’t take it anymore. I have to make sure she’s really safe!
Grabbing my jacket and keys. I head downstairs.
“Where are you going sweetie, it’s almost supper time?” My mother asks.
“I have to go check something, sorry mom, I’ll be back later, don’t wait up.” I say, trying to leave faster before she has time to ask me more questions. But luck is not on my side today.
“Stop right their, mister. You’ve never left in such a hurry before supper time. So? Why the rush to leave before supper?” She asks, crossing her arms and lifting an eyebrow questioningly.
“Mother...” I say, a little exasperated.
I really need to go to Sienna and make sure she’s safe. I’m feeling way too anxious, so is my Alastair. How do I tell that to my mother without telling her that I found my mate? With not knowing yet what’s going on with Sienna, I don’t want to put her in my mother’s radar just yet, I love her, but she can be a little over the top sometimes. She is just waiting for the day I find my mate. I’m sure she’s already got the Luna ceremony on standby for when I do find my mate.
“Don’t ‘mother’ me, I want an explanation.” She says, giving me her serious look. “Now explain.”
Exhaling deeply, knowing I will never be able to leave if I don’t tell her something.
“Fine. I have to go check on a friend.” I say, not elaborating on who I’m going to look for.
“A friend?” She says quizzically. “Is that friends the same one you wanted to help the other day?” She says with a light smirk on her face.
Why does my mother have such a smug smile right now? She’s giving me a knowing look, and I’m not sure if I like it. Conceding a little, I respond.
“Yes mother, it’s the same friends. I have to go now; I won’t be too late.” I think…
Still giving me this knowing smile, she lets me leave the house, telling to make sure I grab something to eat later.
Walking up to the garage, I hop into my truck and head to Sienna’s house. I’m so glad I had Mike check things out for me. It gave me her address in the report. I feel stupid, I never even asked her for her phone number. I’m so nervous about heading to her home. Is she going to be happy to see me?
I hope so… Alastair says feeling as nervously as I do.
Maybe we could go out for a bite to eat? I wonder what she likes to eat?
Now that I think about it, whenever we’ve had lunch, I only have seen her nibble on fruits and drink some water. I wonder why she doesn’t have a bigger meal…?
Parking my truck in front of her house, I have to take a deep breath to stay calm. Good, the lights are on, so she’s home! I hope it’s ok for me to just show up like this.
Heading up the stairs, I have to wipe my hand on my jeans. They’re so sweaty. Have I ever been this nervous talking to someone, anyone? But Sienna isn’t just anyone. She the only one, the most important one, and I don’t want to do anything to screw things up with her.
Finally, in front of the door, I lift my hand and knock. I hear a loud crashing sound as if something fell.
Is she ok? Alastair exclaim.
Getting really nervous, but for a different reason. I’m about to knock down the door when I see the side curtains pull a little. Finally, I hear the door being unlocked and she opens the door.
All my nervousness flows all away seeing her in front of me with my own two eyes. The look of shock on her face, make me realize that I might have scared her. That might explain the loud crash noise I heard.
“W-what are you doing here?” she asks, looking shyly at me.
“I … I just…” How do I tell her I was worried without scaring her? This whole Lana situation has me worried and I don’t like it one bit. Taking yet another deep breath, I tell her what’s on my mind.
“I just really wanted to see you. I heard about what happened today, with Lana.” I say, feeling a bit sorry she had to deal with that little Bi…
Her expression suddenly changes to fear.
Oh no! please don’t be scare. I think to myself.
I take a small step toward her, lifting my hand to her cheek, wanting to comfort her.
“Hey, I’m not mad, well not at you, that’s for sure. I just wanted to make sure you were ok. To tell you that if you wanted to talk about it, I’m here for you. I know what she told you and I want to make sure you know the real truth from me. If you want to ask me any question about it, about her, or about anything really, I’m an open book” Giving her a wink while she blushes a little again.
She looks unsure about what to say or do.
“Can I come in?” I ask.
Realizing we were still in the door frame; she backs up letting me in.
“Omg, I’m so sorry, c-come in!” she’s looking around, still nervous around me. I really want her to be at ease when she’s with me. I want to be her safe haven. The one she can count on to be there. The one that can protect her from everything and anything.
She leads me to the kitchen. Bending down to pick broken pieces of glass from the floor. That must be it, the loud crash I heard when I knocked. She dropped her glass on the floor.
I really did startle her!
Looking at her now, I noticed she’s only wearing a camisole and some yoga pants, exposing her arms and back. WHAT THE f**k!?! How many scares does she have on her back!? What the hell really happened to her? Who in this world, could be so cruel to such a gentle and kind person!? Not wanting her to injure herself again I lean next to her.
“Here, let me help you, I don’t want you to cut yourself.” Taking the towel from her hand, I pick up all the mess, throwing it out in the garbage. Turning around, she’s twisting her hands. I wish I didn’t make her this nervous.
“Thank you.” She says, stepping from one foot to the other nervously.
“Your welcome, beautiful.” Stepping closer to her, I take her hand in mine.
“I wish I didn’t make you so nervous. Do…Do you want me to leave?” I ask feeling the sadness take place in my heart.
Please say no, please say no! I tell myself and my wolf. I don’t want to leave her yet.
“No!” She half screams, grabbing my arms, surprising me. She lets go, turning red again.
“Sorry… Please don’t go yet. I…just didn’t expect anyone to show up here. I-It scared me for a minute. I …I didn’t know it was you. But I’m glad it is you.” She says, her cheeks turning the brightest red I’ve seen on her so far.
She is happy it’s me! Gosh, I could kiss her right now!
“I’m glad I’m here too. I really was worried. So was my wolf, Alastair, he kept pacing in my head driving me insane.” I say, letting out a deep exhale “I just needed to make sure you were safe.”
She’s looking at me almost in wonder. Is it so hard to believe that I would care that much for her? About her?
“Thank you. For coming over. For caring so much about me. I never expected my mate to actually give a dam about me…” She says, looking down, seeming ashamed or afraid to talk about it.
“Why would you ever think your mate… That I wouldn’t give a dam about you? I wished you’d see what I see when I look at you. You are smart, beautiful, caring, sweet, gentle, I could go on forever.”
Taking yet another step closer to her, I snake my arms around her waist.
“You deserve the sun and the moon given to you on a platter! If I could pick stars from the sky to light up your smile, I would. If I’d get to choose my mate again, I would choose you myself, because you, Sienna Parker, are the most beautiful and caring she-wolf I have ever met! You deserved so much better than what I’m sure you’ve been living trough. Have you seen your back? I really don’t want to make you feel bad, or sorry for yourself. But You do NOT deserve this! ANY of those scares you carry never should have been there in the first place! I wish you’d tell me who’s the bastard that did that to you! They would not make it to live another day! I swear I would protect you from them!” I say to her, pouring my heart out in every word that comes out of my mouth.
I must have gotten too emotional confessing to her, as she slides her and to my face, whipping a falling tear from my cheek.
“You, Lucas Black, are the most amazing mate I could have ever gotten. I don’t deserve someone like you, despite what you believe. But I am lucky to have you. I wouldn’t want to change you for the world. Yes, at first, I believed what Lana told me. She has a way a twisting word to make you believe them. I should have known better. That she never one said or did anything trustworthy. But most importantly, that you… That I should have more fate in you. You deserve so much better than that from your mate. To doubt you was my mistake. I let my fears get the better of me and for that, I’m so ashamed and so sorry.” She says, her eyes filling with unshed tears.
I hug her gently, breathing in her coconut and beach smell, giving me so much comfort.
“I’m really sorry she’s such a b***h to you. I will fix it, I promise!”
Pulling a little backward, she looks at me. Fixing me with her gentle eyes. Looking back into hers, I want nothing more than to stay there with her in my arms. My eyes now falling down to her plump lips, I slide my hand caressing her arms along the way. Sliding it to her neck and on her cheek. Leaning back in and gently kissing her. A small, little tender kiss. For only a moment, But what an amazing moment.
‘GROWL’!!!
Seriously! Now!? My stomach HAD to do that now!?
Feeling embarrassed, it's my turn to be as red as a tomato.
“Did your… Are you hungry? Did you not eat before you came here?” She asks, trying to suppress her laugh.
Well, at least she thinks this is funny! Alastair says, laughing too.
“No, I didn’t… I was too worried and rushed over. Did you? Eat already?” I ask, not seeing or smelling any food.
She blushes slightly.
“No... I didn’t. I wasn’t really hungry.” She says avoiding my eyes.
“Would you consider getting a bit to eat with me? We could go to the parc. Maybe the bookstore after?”
Her eyes seemed to light up at the mention of the bookstore. Amy was right. This is the perfect place to take her!
“YES, Please! I would love to” She says with excitement in her voice and expression.
This evening is getting better and better. She grabs her sweater and head to my truck. I’m feeling so happy that she agreed to come with me.
What could go wrong?
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