She is my mate.

Chapter3

***Lauren***

I felt like I could finally breathe when we walked out of that office. That man's presence was suffocating me. I knew Tony was watching. I told him about the messages a few days after that meeting. He promised not to say anything. I don't answer; I just let him say whatever he wants. I know he is trying to scare me, and to some point, he does, But I don't want to tell my Dad or Uncle. I know both of their temper, and my father is very overprotective of us kids.

"Lou. does that boy bother you a lot?" My father asked as we walked to the car.

Tony gave me a side glance. I shake my head slightly.

"Not too much, Dad. He talks a lot. Today was the only day he actually put his hands on me, and I doubt her will after what happened,"

My dad stops. He faces me, hands on his hips as he stares at me, That same stare that we get when he knows we are lying,

Dropping my gaze to the ground, my shoe suddenly became the most interesting thing.

"Lauren, do not lie to me. I want to know if that boy has done something."

"I promise, Daddy. Im not lying. He talks a lot. I think he only tried that today cause Tony wasnt there, "

I didnt look up. I knew I would cave if I did.

Hands come down on my shoulders, making me lift my head.

"Alright, baby girl. I will take your word for it. But if he ever tries anything again, you tell me right away. You understand me,"

Nodding, "Yes, Daddy, I understand,"

"Good, now let's go. Your mother is home. Thank god that moron principal called your uncle's office number first,"

I wince, knowing that if my mother had come down here, it would turn into World War Three. My father's temper is bad, but my mother has one of the shortest fuses. My aunt would be beside her and put spells on them, turning them into toads.

"Um, Dad, do you think we could not mention this to Mom?"

My uncle laughs, "What the matter, Lou? Worried your momma would come to school with you."

Tony laughs, "Yeah, what's the matter, Lou."

Slapping his arm, "Shut it. Is your mom any better?" I glare at him,

He tips his head from side to side. "Yeah. I cant say my Mom would be better,"

We sober up when we feel their presence. Looking over, we watch as the three boys walk out behind Alpha, Henry, and Jeremy. I can feel a shiver run up my spine with the look that the man is giving me; Manuel never looks up. He follows along with his head cast down.

Im suddenly blocked by a body; Tony had stepped in front of me. A low growl left him.

Hearing the car door shut and the car start pulling off, Tony finally moved.

"Baby girl, are you riding home with Tony or us?" Dad asked as his eyes stayed on the vehicle leaving the parking lot.

"I'll go with Tony," I tell them.

"Tony, straight to the pack house," his father says as he opens his door and climbs in.

With a quick kiss on the cheek and my father repeating the same thing to me, they drive off.

"Lou, you'll have to tell them soon about the messages," he says as we make our way to his truck.

Letting out a sigh, "I know, but let's just wait and see if they die off,"

"It's been over a month already. How much longer do you want to wait? Till Manuel does something worse than he did today?"

Opening the passenger door, I toss my bag on the floor and climb in,

"I know. I don't want a fight to break out, and you know that will happen; then there are our moms. You, this Anut Lola, will sit back and not try to turn them all into some weird creature or put a spell on them, giving them a fungus?"

"If it comes to that, then yes, Lou. He was out of line today. He is getting bolder, and im worried he will try something more."

Leaning back against the seat. I can hear the worry in his voice.

"Just give it a little more time, Im sure this will all blow over. It will take a while until he finds someone else to annoy. And if it avoids a fight between the packs, I will wait it out."

Starting his truck, he sits back, looking at me,

"Alright, Lou. I will keep quiet for now. But if he touches you again, im going to kill him,"

Giving him a big toothy smile. "Thanks, cousin; you are my favorite cousin."

He rolls his eyes as he puts the truck in drive, pulls out of the parking spot, and makes our way out of the school parking lot.

"Brat," He chimes at me.

"Butthead." And we are back to the light and carefree joking,

"Butt sniffer."

"Window licker." He busts out laughing as we drive through the streets, heading back to the pack grounds,

***Kade***

Punching the bag more forcefully than needed, I feel my skin split on my knuckles. I didnt bother wrapping my hands or putting a pair of gloves on, But I dont stop. Swinging and slamming my fist into the bag again. The pain in my hands eased, the pain in my chest.

I stormed out of Leo's office, rage ripping through me. I know he is trying to help, but I dont want to talk about it about her. I want to forget her, forget all the pain she caused me.

I needed to burn off some steam and work out this rage.

Knowing no one would spar with me when I'm this worked up; I opt for the training room. No one was in here, just the way I like it. Now, I hate being around people, especially couples. I want to scream at them, shout at them, Tell them the bond is a joke, it isn't worth the pain it causes you.

But in the end, I dont. I know not everyone's bond is like mine. Just cause my mate turned out to be a lying, cheating Hussie doesn't mean they are all like that; look at Leo and Lor; their bond is unbreakable.

I hear the door but dont bother to look. I know who it is,

"Thought I'd find you down here," Leo walks up behind the bag holding as I deliver another hit to it,

"Dont you have a mate, a pup to attend to?" I dont mean to sound harsh; it just comes out that way.

He doesn't say anything; he looks at me as he holds the bag. As I continue to beat my fist against it.

"My pack members are as important as my mate and pup. And my mate knows right now my brother needs me, and she would want me to be there for him,"

Grabbing the top of the bag, I rest my forehead against its rough material, feeling it dig into my skin a bit. I dont say anything, and neither does he.

Im not one to say many words or speak about my feelings. Im a Beta, a fighter. im supposed to be hard, not some softy who has his feelings hurt over the simplest things,

Maybe that's why she felt the need to step out on me. Maybe I didnt tell her how much I loved her, Or perhaps I didnt show her.

"Kade, I know you dont want to hear this now, but time heals everything. Her betrayal is still fresh, and I cant even begin to know how you feel. I mean, I would lose my mind if Lor ever left me, But I know you, man; you are strong and will get through this. And maybe you will find someone worthy of you."