11.
“Oh my God! I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean to I swear.” I try to help him up and he flinches. I turn to my parents, “Mommy I’m so sorry. I never meant to hurt him, I swear. I didn’t mean to.”
My mates are by my side and Shawn pulls me to his chest.
“It’s OK Regina.” He says, “I know you meant no harm. You are incredibly strong for someone so small.”
“Your mate must be here sweetie.” Mom says, “You are at your strongest when you’re near all three.”
“But I haven’t met him yet.”
“Or her.” Aroha winks. My cheeks redden.
“Then don’t waste your time on an old man when you could be searching for your mate.” Grandpa tells me.
“But you’re hurt. I can’t just leave you.” I say.
“Nonsense, when your grandma returns I can feed. I’ve already begun healing.” He says.
“You’re going to feed on m
