4 Years Later
Damon's Pov
"Do you want me to go with you this time?" Bon asked as I fixed my tie in the mirror.
"You have a meeting with Henry and your father" I muttered.
"Not till later this afternoon," she said.
"I can go by myself. I prefer it actually" I replied.
"Okay. I just thought this year might be different" she hummed. I sighed before turning around to look at her. She looked beautiful and it made me proud to know she was my mate and I hers.
"It isn't. It won't ever be. You can't come with me. I'm sorry but, that is how it has to be" I breathed. Bonnie's eyes flashed florescent green telling me she was angry at my defiance but, she didn't say anything else on the subject.
"Alright," she murmured leaving our bedroom.
Grabbing my keys, I headed downstairs. I was about to walk out the door when I heard the patter of small feet behind me. Smiling I turned around picked up my son before he ran into my legs.
"Daddy!" Joseph giggled.
"Good morning. I will be back, okay? Love you" I spoke kissing his forehead.
Going to place him on the floor, he quickly began to cry. It happened every time either I or Bon tried to leave the house without him. The 3-year-old was a little spoiled.
"Here, I'll take him" Bonnie muttered coming over. She took Jo out my arms and cradled him against her chest. I rubbed his head trying to console him and eventually, he calmed down.
"I'll be back" I sighed kissing her cheek.
"Yeah this time before midnight would be nice" she stated rolling her eyes.
"I'll try" I muttered.
I knew she was just worried about me and wanted to be there. She didn't understand though. This was my thing, one I had to deal with on my own. I preferred it that way under the circumstances.
Getting in my car, I started it and began the drive. It took about half an hour to reach my destination before I parked and got out. Slowly, I made my way across the field before I reached the tombstone that had my best friends name on it. There were fresh roses from her parents who must have visited earlier. I placed the yellow lilies next to them.
"Happy Birthday, Rose" I sighed touching the giant marble stone. Her picture was on the front. A perfect snapshot of her smile and the inner beauty she rarely let anyone see.
"So, Joseph is 3 years old. He's getting so big. You knew me better than anyone so, you know I've never pictured this as my life. I was closed off to everything and everyone. I never pictured myself letting someone in and becoming a husband or a dad. Though now that I am, I can't help but, think this was all meant to happen" I muttered taking sitting down on the grass.
It was always so quiet when I came here. I guess because everyone was dead but, I was put at ease in this place. It provided me with the sense that Rose was at peace. Like she was looking down and watching over me.
"I miss you. I miss my best friend. I wish things could have been different. That your story didn't have to end so early. I didn't know you as a hunter. Only as the girl that forced me to become her friend and never once made me regret that choice. I forgave Bonnie a long time ago. I love her you know. She is...everything to me but, I'll never forget you" I said before standing up.
Taking one last glance at Rose's picture I headed back to my car. Getting in, I began to drive home. I didn't want to worry Bonnie. Since I was human, she was constantly on edge about my safety. It was sweet but, kind of annoying sometimes. I could take care of myself.
When I pulled up to the packhouse, I went inside. Everyone greeted me with smiles and waves. They were very accepting of Bonnie having me as a mate. At first, I wasn't very open to the pack. I didn't do well with new people and crowds so, it took me a while to warm up to them. Now it's like having a huge family, with people who could turn into giant dogs.
When I stepped into my mates' office she was leaning up against the window. She seemed to be in her own world so, I came up behind her and wrapped my arms around her waist. It got her attention and she turned around to look at me.
"Are you still mad at me?" I asked.
"I was never mad Damon. Just hurt" Bonnie breathed.
"I'm sorry," I said letting her go.
"You don't need to apologize. I understand. She will always be a touchy subject but every time this day comes around your not yourself. I just want to be there for you" Bonnie hummed touching my face.
"You are. Every day you are but, this is a day I just need to deal with myself. I'm not as fragile as you believe" I spoke.
"I know. I love you" she mumbled before hugging me.
"I love you too. Always" I replied.
Smiling, I allowed her to hold me because I know she needed it. I was in love with a strong woman. One that dominated any room she was. I loved her and most times that meant putting aside my feelings and letting her be the protector she was born to be. She would always be an Alpha and I would always be her virgin mate.
THE END!!!!
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At last, this is the end of this book. I thought it was right to tie in Rose one last time in the epilogue since she was the ultimate conflict in this book. They lived happily ever after, of course. I may put Bamon through a lot in my books but, they always seem to work it out in the end.
I don't know what my next Bamon book will be about or if I'll even write another one. I have other stories I want to finish but, if I come up with an idea I may put it up here. We'll see. I may take a break from them. I don't know.
Thanks to all my loyal readers. The ones that have stuck with me through this Bamon craze I have. I really appreciate it. Until next time...
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