---Marie--- Once he was satisfied with Evelyn’s vitals, My dad gave her calming and pain medicine. It was clear that her meds had kicked in when her breathing slowed and she removed her hand from the red and puffy bite mark at the base of her neck. My dad cleared his throat. “Unfortunately, in order to know how to best help you, I need to know what happened. I may have to ask you some questions that make you a little uncomfortable. Is that alright?” Eve’s eyes were red from pain and tears. She took a deep breath and nodded. “I’ve been seeing my boyfriend in secret for two years. My parents didn’t want me dating before meeting my fated mate to avoid heartache and problems, but I grew up with him and truly believed he would be my mate.” My dad glared at me, as if attempting to gauge m

