*Victoria’s POV*
A kiss on my head woke me up. I wiggled around a little and as I slowly opened my eyes, I immediately felt it. They say that the mate bond is strong, but it’s stronger than strong. My heart rate picked up when I felt the sparks and took a whiff of the delicious scent of coffee with a hint of cinnamon. He was right this whole time. He didn’t lie about being my mate. But how could that be when he is an alpha and I was a—I was—well, a nobody?!
“Oh, stop your pity party!” I heard a voice laugh. I looked around nervous. It was obviously not Xavier who said that. It was definitely a female voice.
“Hello Victoria! I am your wolf, Esmeralda!” She greeted me cheerfully.
“Victoria?” He whispered lowly, trying to gain my attention.
I didn’t answer but felt myself calming dow
