I opened the door of my loyal 20-year-old truck and picked up a bouquet

I opened the door of my loyal 20-year-old truck and picked up a bouquet of flowers from the back seat. There are many flower vendors near the cemetery, but I always purchase from a little old store near my mothers old home.

The owner was my mothers friend, and she knew that every 2 weeks I was coming to visit her so she would put extra effort into making a nice bouquet for Mom, with her favorite flowers. I always offer to pay the full price, but in the same way, she always refuses, only allowing me to pay half of it. I wasnt going to argue, she was one of my moms best friends, and still had those watery eyes when she saw me walk in to get the usual arrangement.

Morning sweetheart, I got your special package waiting for you, just give me a minute, and I will go get it from the back. She was just adorable her daughter was so young and was already inserted in the family business. She smiled at me and waved from her corner where she cut and removed the base thorns from each rose, so it would be manageable to handle for anyone who bought them. I waved back and then welcomed the nice bouquet in my hands, getting into the usual argument about how much should I pay.

The day was gray I shrugged it since I didnt really care, I was really down this weekend. I had a huge argument at work with my supervisor. He had been pushing me beyond what was legal to work extra hours and wanted me to dedicate also the weekends. Sometimes I would comply, this time I refused. It had been only a year since mom passed away and I was still sensitive about her. We were a pair, a duo, partners in crime, always together. So when he asked me to go for some extra work hours on Saturday I plainly refused. We had a really big argument, the security guy came to check twice, and our director walked in to stop us.

Today was moms day, only us. I pulled a blanket next to her cold stone and rested the new flowers after putting the old dried ones in a disposal bag. I sighed and felt the silence take over before I put a smile on my face and opened a bottle of my favorite wine, the only one I ever drink.

I sighed again. I am sorry Mom, this week was hard. Remember the idiot I told you about from work? He did it again. He wanted me to go work extra hours today, but dont worry, I said no. Its our day after all.

In the distance, I heard some thunders threatening to make the weather worse. I shook my head and put it between my hands a small sob giving room to a bigger one and tears started rolling down. A honk brought my head up, I saw a small progression of cars not far from where I was, and they were moving slowly to an area that seemed classier and more expensive. I turned my attention to my mom and caressed the stone that laid on top of her remains. I miss you, mom, I whisper as I lay on the blanket next to her. I closed my eyes as more tears threatened to come out.

Chapter 2 The Taste of her Scent Part 2

Caleb

I shifted myself in the car every bump in the road making one or another of the injuries sting or bring back the pain. I was tired, they gave me to help cope the healing process worked well, but they made me feel like I could sleep for days.

Alpha, weve arrived. The guards at the front say there is no one, except a human far on the other side.

Lets just get this over with, I said as I frown.

Peyton was Alexeis son or Alex as I call him, and he was the most painful loss in last nights battle. The stubborn pup wanted to help, but he should have listened to his father when he told him to stay back with the rest of the pack. When Agape, the wife of the rogues alpha, found him barking at them, she smirked an evil soulless smile just before she snarled at him and in a matter of seconds, broke his neck with her maw. She was going to get what was coming to her and her pack.

Alex hadnt say a word since we heard that last quick cry, just before his life ended, we ran towards him and found him lifeless in the ground. At least this time she left him almost complete for us to find, there had been other times where she would eat a part of them and then leave the remains at different locations. How did the Goddess allow such a heartless woman exist was beyond me. But I gave my word to Alex that we would find her and all her pack, and banish them.

The trip to Caras hometown was only to lay his remains on their familys pantheon, a small private Crypt inside the citys cemetery. I wanted to get that done before I focused on going back to start tracking down the rogues. They had increased their numbers over the last couple of years, and since Cornelius assumed command as their alpha, in hand with Agape, they became a huge threat. They wanted to take a territory for themselves, and they wanted it done yesterday. Cornelius was already leading a pack, but the rogues joined him and made him a powerful adversary.

The cars stopped, our guards went out to look around before they gave me the signal. Everything in my body hurt, the wolfsbane slowed my bodys natural healing process, but I wanted to avoid a new confrontation so soon, and at such a solemn hour.

I saw Alex coming out before the guards gave their safe signal, they tried to stop him but couldnt. His pain felt close, the pup was only 18 human years old and was a promising warrior.

I heard thunder approaching, the Goddess was showing her sympathies towards us by giving us a gray day. I sighed and decided to come out to be with my beta, he hadnt even let his mate touch him in all this time.

As soon as I opened the door of the car, something invisible hit me. I couldnt come to what it was nor understand what was happening to me. It smell like wood and something sweet, triggering a primal effect on me. Was there a cherry tree near us? I stood up too fast, my head spun slightly, yet I quickly pushed that away. I looked around, searching for any flowery tree but finding none. The place was surrounded by green and gray. I stumbled on my feet as I walked towards Alex and I felt my body shudder. I get a hold of his arm, squeezing it tight enough to bring his confused gaze up to me.

Alpha? He whispered to me. His first words ever after his sons last breath.

He caught my frenzy stance, I was desperate, my heart pounding fast and hard, I knew it.

He shook my shoulder, visibly worried now, and looked around searching for a threat. I swallowed hard, only to find my mouth tasting the scent my body was now craving. The guards started to look around and held their guns ready to shoot.

I focused all my strength and took a deep sniff, my head snapped towards a group of gray stones. Could it be? I saw only stones and grass, then on one of the farthest rows, there were colorful flowers resting. No, I was not smelling those roses, it was something else.

I was already walking towards the far location, and only when I am halfway to reach it, I slowed down and noticed my guards following close, trying to understand my behavior. I saw a blanket with someone laying atop. I closed my eyes, not stopping my approach, and sniff the air again. My wolf howled inside me, and I struggled to keep myself from shifting. Was she our mate?

I slowed down even more as we were getting closer, her body laid on a blanket without moving. I held my breath, I couldnt take another sniff, it was driving my wolf and me crazy. Her intoxicating scent was mixed with alcohol, and I prayed the Goddess that I had not arrived late to a possible suicidal attempt.

I held my hand up and make my men stop I gave a few more steps, and the rain started falling. I sensed her slow pulse and sighed with relief. I rushed closer as I saw she was not moving. When I saw her face, I felt mesmerized. I knew she had just been crying herself to sleep. I looked around and saw only one other car, an old pickup truck besides ours, which should be hers. I felt the rain begin to crash down over my shoulders and got worried when I saw she wasnt moving. I had to protect her, I had to keep her safe. My wolf agreed.

I signaled my men to get closer and gather her stuff. I kneeled next to her and felt drawn to her in a way I just couldnt explain. She was our mate, there was no way I could return to my village immediately, as I had planned.

I slid my arms under her and lifted her effortlessly, blanket included. I looked around to see Alex arrive behind my men and he saws what I was doing. I couldnt explain to him, but a small smile neared the corner of his lips as he saw me cradling her in my arms protectively. He nodded to me, and I rushed her to our car. I made sure she was comfortable and safe before I walked out to my beta and friend.

We stood under the rain while the small casket containing Peytons remains sank in the ground. It only had his belongings his clothes, and toys. Back home, just after the fight was over, we burned his remains to set his soul free to join the Goddess. This part was what we got used to doing while we kept our identities hidden in the human world.

I tried my best to keep calm and steady, while Peytons mother, Cara, said sweet words about her son. In truth, my wolf was pacing back and forth, already wanting to get back to our mate. After centuries, wed finally found her.

Chapter 3 Cravings Part 1

Meadow

Everything was dark at first, but I slowly started to open my eyes and felt them heavy. Where was I?

I heard a man grunt and focused my sight towards the origin of the sound. Now I could see better I was in a room, a library of some sort, and huge walls of books were the only thing I could see everywhere the light made contact. The fireplace crackled, and I heard another grunt.

I am finishing Alpha, just one more round. A female voice brought my attention. I tilted my head and noticed I was laying on a big couch. Scratch that, a huge couch I was sure four more of me could fit in without effort. I looked towards the fireplace and saw the silhouette of a man leaning against a shelf of books next to the fire. A woman was wrapping something around his torso. I blinked a few times and noticed the bandages.

He stiffened and moved his head slightly towards the woman. She finished her attention to his wound then picked his shirt to help him put it back on. Who was He? Why was he hurt? He took it from her hands and shook his head. That will be all, nurse.

I gasped, his words did something to me I felt goosebumps on my body, and I shivered. Seconds later I noticed the woman had already left the room quietly and he was not where I saw him last. I lifted my gaze, a little afraid now, and was caught by surprise when he hovered on top of me from behind and laid a warm blanket. His smell, was it his cologne? It was heavenly.

Hey there. He whispered, and I melted. His voice felt like liquid chocolate covering me. He moved around the couch and sat on the floor near me his moves were slow, his injuries were probably stopping him from moving better. I opened my mouth to talk but felt it dry, so dry.

Do you want something to drink? He spoke to me softly, and I felt how my body reacted to him with more goosebumps. I nodded as he moved a glass of water to me. I still couldnt see his face well, his back was towards the fireplace, causing a dark effect towards his front. When I reached for the glass of water, his fingertips brushed mine, and I almost let the glass fall. I felt as if electricity ran through me. I lowered my gaze while I slowly sat on the comfortable couch focusing on my shaking hands as I took slow sips of water. He was patient, waiting for me to take my time with the drink. What was happening to me?

We found you at the cemetery under the rain, I hope you dont mind I took the liberty to bring you with us. I was not sure leaving a defenseless woman under the weather clemencies was proper.

Oh god just keep talking, please keep talking... that was all I could think of, his voice made something inside me stir. He was probably expecting a reply, and I dont know when but I had closed my eyes at some point. I struggled to open them again, and I could swear I saw some glow where his eyes should be, I rubbed my eyes, and it was gone.

Thank you. I must of have fallen asleep. It has been a long, stressing week and I am not at my best. I whispered once I recovered my will. He took a deep breath and nodded. Why was I so drawn and affected by him? I never felt my confidence slip away for anyone before, much less a man, even if I liked him.

The silence felt unnerving, I looked around trying to regain my focus, and I remembered my car. I should be getting back to the cemetery for my truck, I said nervously, instantly regretting it, I really didnt want to leave him yet, but I had to. This mixed unfamiliar sensation was putting me in a position I wasnt familiar with I should be scared, alone with a stranger in the middle of who knew where.

Yet I felt safe.

Chapter 4 Cravings Part 2

Meadow

He was silent for a moment before he started to get up, then he lost balance and fell to the floor, I jumped up and rushed to his side, my head was spinning, but I didnt care. I rested my hand on his back, and he shuddered. Maybe I should call the nurse again? Are you ok? I said, and he lifted his eyes to meet mine. Under the flames of the fire, I felt trapped in his deep dark gaze.

I... I will be ok. You dont have to worry about me. He hesitated.

I sat next to him and started to look around his bandage for any trace of blood that might indicate an open wound. The truth was, I really needed a distraction from his gaze, or I would lose my mind and breathe. I didnt notice he leaned closer to me and had his eyes closed. When I looked up at him, he was breathing heavy. I should really call the nurse, I said, getting up to head to the door, but he held my wrist, and his eyes burned me.

I will be ok. I will call one of my men to take you back. I am sorry, Men? he had men working for him? So he was someone important then, but the way he was hurt made my heart ache for him and forget about everything else. I managed to nod, not really wanting to leave his side. Why was I acting like this with a stranger?!

I bent to help him, he hesitated at first but took my arm. When he stood next to me, my head tilted up to meet his gaze. He was taller than me by a head, yet I could feel his breath brushing over me.

He walked towards his desk and picked up a phone. Prepare the car, we are taking her back to get hers, at the cemetery. He cut the call immediately. I felt embarrassed now that I processed the state in which he found me. I was a mess, and he was probably feeling sorry for me now. I really needed to thank him.

I am sorry, it just hasnt been a good week for me. I really do appreciate you giving me shelter. I didnt realize how bad the weather was going to be. I...

Its ok, my name is Caleb by the way. Whats yours, if you dont mind me asking?

I lifted my eyes to find him, and it felt warm, safe. My... my name is Meadow. Thank you, Caleb. My voice was failing me, as much as the rest of my body was.

He smiled at me and I felt my knees weak. He walked towards me and I swallowed hard. What was he doing to me? He lifted his hand and stopped inches away from me offering a handshake. I could see his eyes focused on his hand and there was a pain in them.

He put his hand in a fist and lowered his hand, closing his eyes. I felt helpless, like I was missing his touch even though it never reached me. A knock on the door pulled us both from the moment, and he stared at the door with sadness. Was he maybe sad that I was leaving? Maybe I just imagined things, wanting them to be true.

He took another look at me and smiled. Do you mind if I accompany you to your car? I nodded, perhaps too quick, and my head started spinning, this time I felt as if I was losing balance. It didnt take long for me to find myself in his arms. I released a small yelp unconsciously, he got worried and helped me sit on the couch taking it as a sign of pain. God was I lucky.

Let me get the nurse to give you a quick look, does your head hurts? Do you feel dizzy? His accent and tone of voice made me dizzy. I felt lost in his arms. A tear slid down my cheek, and he caught it with his thumb. I am sorry, I cant let you leave like this Meadow, you are not feeling well. It would be irresponsible of me to let you go.

Please dont let me go... my subconscious was screaming. Another knock on the door brought panic to me he looked at me and then grunted at the door. Leave us for now. His voice was firm and commanding. I shivered, and he held me tight with an arm as the other pulled the blanket to cover me. Maybe you caught a cold.

I dont know what is happening to me, perhaps I did catch one. I am really sorry, I looked down as I felt my cheeks blush.

He shook his head and smiled. Shhh... hush... just rest. Would you feel better if I send one of my men to bring your truck here? You can rest in one of my guests rooms. Unless... unless someone is expecting you home. There was hesitation in his words, was he worried about me? I needed to clear his doubts fast. Focus Meadow! Focus! I yelled to myself.

I have no one waiting for me at my apartment. But I dont know where my keys are, I vaguely looked around trying to see my belongings. Then it hit me, did I just gave a stranger information about my personal life? What was wrong with me?

When I caught his eyes again, he was smiling. Was he relieved I had no one to come home to? Again, why am I giving that kind of information to someone I just met? He could be a serial killer! But what would a serial killer want from a simple woman like me? I started to think I was going crazy, and yet I was hoping I wasnt reading him wrong.

Its ok, my security staff has your things, I will get your truck here, and you can rest here tonight, or as long as you need to. His voice was soft and reassuring.

I smiled, blushing in a way I am sure he noticed. Are you...?


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