Marina’s POV I blinked and re-read the message he had scribbled on the note. A shudder went down my spine at the mention of the gray wolf! No, I wouldn’t dare to step out now in his absence. My gaze fell on the words, your mate, and I stared at it blankly. Why did he call me his mate when I had just met him? Mate was your buddy or spouse, but I was just an acquaintance, right? I sat down on the chair with the red tulips clutched against my chest. My mind was still confused. My gaze fell on my handbag and I released a sigh of relief. Maybe some of my queries would be answered when I called Camila or Sarah. Arranging the tulips in a vase, I went to get my phone from the handbag. The moment I unlocked it, my eyes widened at the sight of twelve missed calls from Camila, Sarah, and the ot