The Lycan Princess' True Mate

Chapter 2

My mother is yelling up the stairs to let me know that there is only about 25 minutes till the bus comes. I finished getting ready and I headed down the stairs to join my mother and father for breakfast. The 3 of us eat breakfast together every day. My parents think that it is important to spend our morning meal together. So I am used to it. I get the usual pep talk about having a good day, pay attention and, if there is any down time, use it to study. I can hear the sound of the bus arriving at the stop outside. I grab my backpack and head out the door, knowing that I have plenty of time to catch the bus. While waiting at the stop, I take a moment to appreciate the convenience of public transportation. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also reduces my carbon footprint.

As I board the bus, I notice that it's a bit quieter than usual without Heath's presence. However, I take this opportunity to listen to my favorite music. I enjoy the freedom that comes with being a passenger rather than a driver, allowing me to relax and enjoy the scenery.

The fact that Health is volunteering with fieldworkers reminds me of the importance of community service and giving back. Many colleges and universities value volunteer work in their admission process, just like Heath's school. My own school also encourages volunteer work, and I took the opportunity to get involved helping tutor the younger school children. This I do about 3 times a week.

Overall, I am grateful for the convenience of the bus and the opportunity to relax before starting my day at school. I appreciate the value of community service and hope to find even more ways to give back to my own community, while still being able to live and enjoy my own life.

The bus ride to school wasn't very long, but it was just long enough to let me get mentally ready for school today. I was in my second period when Heath finally arrived at school from his volunteer work. As soon as he walked in, he blew me a silent kiss and took his seat. When the bell rang, it signified the second period was over. Heath approached my desk.

As he leaned in to whisper in my ear, his warm breath sending shivers down my spine, I couldn't help but blush.

"Heath whispered in my ear that he missed me, and my heart skipped a beat. I turned to face him, and our eyes locked in a moment of pure bliss. I knew I was falling hard for him, but I also felt a twinge of worry knowing that this weekend could change everything. I didn't want Heath to see my concern, so I put on my best smile and replied, 'I missed you more.'

As we walked hand in hand to our next class, I couldn't help but feel grateful for the bus ride that had mentally prepared me for this perfectly imperfect day. Heath asked how my first period was, and I told him it was fine. We talked about fate and the Moon Goddess, picking up where Ms. Andrews left off from yesterday's conversation. You know how teachers get at the end of the year.

Heath asked about my day, and I asked about his harvesting. It was the same as always, but I still told him how proud I was of him. It's moments like these that make me grateful for our relationship."

He leaned in for another kiss, but this time it was just a peck on my cheek. We strolled into our third-period class and took our seats. Ms. Sanchez was hands down the best math teacher I've ever had. She took her time to explain everything and made sure everyone understood the lesson. She was the epitome of "no student left behind."

After class, Heath and I headed to lunch with our childhood friends, Colton, Danon, Mel, Rain, and Darrow. We've been tight since pre-school, and all of us started out in the same kingdom.

Mel asked me if I was excited about the final graduation practice, and I couldn't contain my enthusiasm. It was our last day of high school, and I felt like I've been waiting for this moment my entire life. But then Rain asked me about the weekend, and I knew what was coming.

I admitted that I couldn't wait to meet my wolf, but Mel brought up the possibility that Heath and I might not be mates. It was a tough pill to swallow, and Heath left the table without a word. I tried to explain that he wouldn't talk about it, but Mel didn't understand.

Despite the uncertainty, I knew that Heath was the one for me. We've been through so much together, and I couldn't imagine being with anyone else. As we headed to our final graduation practice, I couldn't help but feel grateful for my friends and excited for what the future held.

As Darrow went to chat with Heath, the rest of us sat around and started discussing the importance of taking care of our mental health. It was a real eye-opener to be surrounded by such caring individuals who were all there for Heath. Seeing the unwavering support system he had in his life was truly inspiring. When times get tough, having a reliable support system is crucial, and Heath is lucky to have one right here.

After about ten minutes, Darrow and Heath strolled back into the lunchroom. Heath apologized to everyone and even kissed my hand. It was such a sweet gesture that brought tears to my eyes.

Heath asked me if it was okay if he and I talked about this pressing matter later and I told him that was perfectly fine. As much as I wanted to have that conversation with him, I wasn't quite ready for it. I didn't want to face the reality that there was a good chance he wasn't my mate.

Danon changed the subject, and we all started talking about what we were wearing to the party. Since the seven of us were staying at the castle, I reminded everyone to bring their bathing suits, a change of clothes to sleep in, and something to wear in the morning. We finished eating and headed off to our fifth period. Even though Heath and I didn't have that class together, he still walked me to my class.

After school, we all hung out at Colton's football practice. Once it was over, Rain gave Heath and me a ride home. She's been driving for almost a year now, so we felt safe with her. When we got home, we said our goodbyes, and I asked Rain to text me later. She said she would.

As soon as we got inside, I went straight to the fridge to make us a snack. Heath started to say something, but I asked him to wait until I finished getting our food together. I was a little nervous because I knew we needed to have a serious talk.

After a few moments of confusion, I remembered what I needed to make our parfaits. Once they were ready, I handed Heath his and joined him at the counter. I knew it was time to have the talk we'd been avoiding.

I asked Heath what he wanted to do if we weren't mates. It was a tough question, but I had to ask. Heath didn't want to break up, but I knew it would be harder if we stayed together and one of us found our mate. I suggested that we should just be best friends if that happened.

Heath wasn't sure if we could just be friends, but he said he would try. I was relieved that we could talk about it and come up with a plan. It wasn't an easy conversation, but it was necessary.

He kissed me again, and we finished our snacks in silence. I wasn't sure if I could handle just being friends with him. The thought of seeing him with someone else made my heart ache. But if he was willing to give it a shot, then so was I. I needed to focus on the reasons why we became friends in the first place.

After we finished eating, Heath cleaned up like he always does. My parents walked in, and my dad complimented my mom's dress. I tried to get out of going to the party, but my parents reminded me that it was the annual introduction party for new pack members, Alphas, Lunas, and pups. It was also a chance for people to find their fated mate.

I groaned, knowing my chances of getting out of it were slim. But I still tried. "Why do I have to go again?" I asked.

My mom reminded me that even though I wasn't of age yet, my fated mate could be there. Heath and I looked at each other, confused. We had forgotten about the party, but now we had to get ready. Heath took off to get dressed, and I followed suit.

Upon leaving my parents to discuss my mother's dress, I anticipated her changing outfits at least three more times before settling on one suitable to her liking. As her due date nears, she becomes increasingly particular about her clothing choices. Upon entering my room, I slammed the door shut and threw open my closet, feeling uncertain about what to wear. Typically, I don't invest much effort into such decisions. Eventually, I found a simple gold spaghetti strap dress that shimmered in the light and had a low-cut back. It came down to just above my knees, a length that suited me well. I chose my only pair of three-inch heels, not wanting to be taller than Heath. After one final glance in the mirror, I headed out of my room, when Heath linked me asking if I was ready. I told him that I was on my way down.

As I made my way down the staircase, Heath let out a whistle of approval. He was standing at the bottom with my parents and the rest of our crew, all ready to hit up this party. Our gang was a big one, including aunts, uncles, cousins, and of course, my best friend and boyfriend Heath. We had three SUVs to make sure everyone had enough space, but let me tell you, driving with a pregnant woman is not for the faint of heart.

We were headed to the Mystic Moonlit, a neutral spot where anyone and everyone was welcome. When we arrived, the valet opened our doors and we made our grand entrance. My dad loved to make a statement, so we were fashionably late. As we walked in, a voice boomed over the loudspeaker, announcing our arrival as the royal family. I couldn't help but ask my mom why they needed to do that, since everyone already knew who we were.

So, my mom gave me the death stare and I just rolled my eyes and kept quiet. We headed over to our usual table, which happened to be at the head of the room because of our social status. All eyes were on us, which was kind of cool, I guess.

As soon as we sat down, other guests started coming up to greet us. I smiled and nodded at everyone, but I was already bored out of my mind. And we had just arrived! That's when Heath grabbed my hand and tried to calm me down.

Heath said, "Relax, it's not that bad. Plus, we're here together."

I replied, "I know, I just really don't like these things."

Then, this couple and their kids came up to our table. The guy introduced himself as Paul Hawes and his wife Stacy, along with their twins Brahn and Jizzell. They had moved to the area about six months ago and it was an honor to meet us.

We all exchanged pleasantries, but I was in complete shock when I saw Brahn. It seemed like he was feeling the same way. I swear, at that exact moment, I thought I heard an inner voice, but the words were indistinguishable.

Brahn's eyes got super big and he just walked away. His parents apologized for him and tried to explain that he was just having a bad day. Then Jizzell took off after him, probably to see if he was okay.

After our parents finished chatting, they left us to meet the next person in line. I noticed Heath giving me a weird look, so I linked him to have a private conversation.

"Is something wrong?"I asked.

Heath then asked if I liked what I saw, but I had no idea what he was talking about. I just felt weird vibes from the guy we just met, Brahn.

Heath then suggested that Brahn might be my true mate, but I assured him that I had no feelings towards him. I promised to always be honest with Heath and told him that if anything ever did happen, he would be the first to know. I also made it clear that he shouldn't accuse or insinuate anything without proof.

After that, I was curious about Brahn and why he looked at me the way that he did, and decided to go find him and ask him some questions. We all sat down to eat the same meal of chicken, potatoes, green beans, and rolls. I opted for water with lemon, as I'm not a big soda drinker.

As we ate in silence, I excused myself to use the restroom. On my way, I scanned everyone's faces, but none of them were Brahn. As I approached the women's bathroom, Brahn walked out of the men's. I was definitely going to have to talk to him now.