AVA After our narrow escape earlier and debating with myself while he was out cooking, I've decided this life is just too short to stand around and make no decisions. I know he is my mate and I know Jack wanted this for me, so I'm going to accept my mate. He understands and supports me in ways I don't think anyone else could. I don't care that he is a bear. That just means he can protect me that much better. I know the goddess has a plan for us and right now, that is all that matters. There is no way we would have had such a chance meeting if she hadn't been pushing me and saying, hey, this is what I want for you. Kane is a great man and will be a loving mate. In this current world, that is all that matters to me. I also know he will put himself on the line for me even if I don't accept