Mutated Mate [it will be edited...at some point in my life, doubtfully]

chapter 19

They started chatting about random things and I gave my input once or twice, not really paying attention. That was until Jules stopped talking and looked at me.

“So he’s your mate huh” she said looking behind me. I didn’t need to turn around to know who she was talking about, I felt his presence as soon as he entered through the back door, 14 and a half minutes ago and sat down exactly 4 tables, 15 students and about 12ish meters away… not that I was counting.

Exhaling I knew this conversation was coming so I just slumped and nodded, inviting them to their questions. Mel placed a hand on my shoulder and Solomon at least had the decency to continue eating as if nothing changed.

“I’m not going to ask why you didn’t tell us that’s up to you but I only mention it because that’s probably the reason your getting sick” she said, concern in her eyes.

Looking up, my eyebrows confused “Huh?” I articulated. Even Melissa looked confused.

“Leahhh” she said annoyed, “How many mated couples have you been around. Surely you know that if the couples meet and they aren’t claimed something bad happens… one or the other dies” exhaling quietly.

Before I had a chance to reply Mel butted in “What! But surely that can’t be. I’m not uhh, is that why Leah’s sick?” she asked, worry etched on her face. Baffled at her reaction I opened my mouth but Jules cut across me

“It’s only if they have made a physical and emotional bond  such as a kiss or a hug, something meaningful that the bond is strengthened but if it’s not completed then it becomes weak and someone gets hurt” she whispered; Max giving her a comforting hug.

Beside me I saw Mel’s shoulders lower in relief “Max didn’t immediately claim me when we met because I didn’t know him, and frankly he was a bit of an idiot…” and I tuned out of Jules reminiscing.

I did what I told myself I wouldn’t do and turned to look at Adrian. Was this what was happening to me? I was doomed to die because my mate didn’t want to claim me?

Grudgingly it made sense; the mates bond is the strongest and breaking it, affects the wolves and therefore their human counterparts.

Unable to take the newest revelation, whatever energy I had drained from me and I felt my back fall towards the floor, a massive headache sprung forth out of nowhere and my eyes rolled to the back of my head; I thought I saw Adrian jump, concern on his face, blackness dotted my eyesight and the last coherent thought I had was ‘Not again’.

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As if waking up in the first aid room disorienting enough, having 7 pairs of eyes on you would easily send anyone back into dream land. Starting from the right I looked at each person trying to organize their emotions. Uncle Jack was first, his eyes were narrowed and jaw taught, anger and worry swirling in his eyes, and no doubt he was remembering my little stunt this morning.

Giving him a sneaky grin as I turned to Jules and Max, concern and sympathy eroding from them and was a little surprised to see Solomon behind Mel, looking at her with troubled eyes as Mel continued to cry into what was an already sodden tissue.

The nurse was looking at me calculating, visually looking for any signs of distress or injury and finally I turned to end up looking into Zack’s eyes. Disappointment washed over me. He wasn’t who I wanted to see but then feeling guilty at my thoughts I gave him a small smile realizing he must’ve been the one to bring me here since his scent was the most distinguishable and prominent.

“She’s awake now everybody leave” the nurse suddenly called, breaking the silence “Out, out” she shooed and Jules, Max, Mel and Solomon silently left but not before giving me encouraging looks and smiles as they did.

Only Zack and Uncle Jack stayed rooted to their spots on either side of the bed. I closed my eyes sensing Uncle Jack’s speech coming on and he didn’t disappoint “I told you not to go to school, who told you to ride your bike, you didn’t even eat! Going around acting like a hooligan without any regard for your health.  Are you trying to age me! I’ll be having a heart attack before you know it”, werewolves don’t have heart attacks I thought but wisely didn’t comment, doubting he’d appreciate my sarcasm right now.

I tuned out of the rest of his rant as he paced up and down and turned back to Zack. He was slightly amused at Uncle Jack’s words but didn’t comment. He just looked at me, his eyes starting at my hair, my eyes and down my nose to my lips before coming up again to hold my gaze. I felt troubled yet flattered. He had an unidentifiable emotion in his eyes but his face was quirked.

I was about to say something but realised it had gone silent. I turned to Uncle Jack and saw him epically annoyed; no doubt he noticed I wasn’t paying attention. “C’mon we’re going home” and he turned to talk to the nurse. Zack quickly stood up and before I realised he had kissed my cheek. “I’ll see you soon” he breathed and walked away.

I watched him go and slowly got out of bed. My legs were still a bit wobbly and Uncle Jack lent an arm to support me. As I exited the office I closed my eyes. I could smell him, there wasn’t any need to look I could pin point exactly where he was.

Ignoring the loneliness I felt I walked with my head held high and entered the car. Not once looking back because he didn’t need to see the pain he was causing me.

Mel’s POV (We love you Mel! screw Zack)

I watched as Zack stared at Leah as she was heading home, inside the nurses office being so close to him was enough to break me down. I couldn’t help the bit of jealousy as I watched him sit next to her, worry on his face. Thank god I had a reason to cry otherwise it would’ve been a bit awkward.

Walking to my car I sat down and closed my eyes. As much as I was worried about Leah I couldn’t stand to be in his presence. She was my friend and I didn’t want to blame her so I left as soon as I could. I didn’t understand why the fates would pair me up with someone so evil. He didn’t even look a bit perplexed when he saw me. Evil bastard.

Lost in my own world I jolted when the door next to me opened and Solomon sat down. He didn’t say anything at my stuttering face but just took my hand. Too confused to react I just sat there looking at him, his gaze straight ahead and our linked hands in between us. Realizing he wasn’t going to do anything I opened my mouth to ask him what in the world he was doing but stopped short when a deep husky, slightly accented voice filled the silence “It’s okay. I am here now.”

I waited for him to continue but he didn’t. He just looked ahead as if this was completely normal. Sighing in defeat I held onto his hand a little tighter and closed my eyes, silent tears running down my face. This was it. I needed someone else to make me realize the severity of the situation. I would never know why my mate didn’t want me but I wasn’t going to let that stop me.

Already I felt heart strengthen a bit.

I glanced over at the man next to me; his strong jaw line was firm and his glowing grey eyes looking at nothing. Sensing my ogling he turned and slowly lifted his hand, a thumb wiping my tear streaked cheeks. As I stared into his captivating eyes I saw something in it. It was admiration, pain, trouble and strength all at once, my own eyes widened in alarm and I froze.

I felt a stirring within me, my heartbeat tripled and without either of us saying anything we shared a moment so profound and unique, everything else just disappeared. It was as if he was looking within me and taking everything bad away. Gasping, I tore my gaze away, my breathing labored and thought Zack be damned.

I was never his to claim in the first place.

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AHHH I LOVE THE LAST LINE

I was never his to claim in the first place. *dramatic music*

Mels' like a boss, raise your hand if you like Mel. *raise hand*