Kate froze, her feet seemingly rooted on the ground as she processed everything. Standing in front of her was the person she couldn't believe she would meet, her second chance mate. Kate felt a rush of emotions, a mix of hope and disbelief, but above all, fear. She was scared of the new connection.
"Mate."
Kate backed a little when the man spoke again. His voice husky voice sends shivers down Kate's spine. The man was about to reach her, but Kate did the unthinkable; she dropped the tray and ran away, leaving the people in the pub shocked and bewildered.
"Did she just run away?" Owen asked, surprised at the scene unfolding in front of him.
"Sh1t!" Ace cursed and was about to follow his mate, but Marilyn stopped him. Ace looked at the older woman, who was shaking her head.
"Marily
