***Natalia*** Zane leaves to collect his things and Agnes from Nikki and Micah's place, giving me the chance to really think about what I just agreed to. I head to the bathroom to splash cool water on my face and neck, letting out a huge sigh as I wipe the sweat from my brow. My reflection mocks my pathetic situation, laughing at me for accepting yet another wolf into my life. 'Don't let him get too close,' I remind myself. 'Every kind gesture, every kiss, every gentle caress of my face… it will all be a lie. He doesn't really love me. He doesn't care about me no matter how much he says he does.' Tears spring to my eyes as I think about all the times Christian looked me in the eyes with such false sincerity, professing his undying love for me all the while f*****g my sister behind my b