I wake up in a cold sweat, my heart is racing and my head is pounding. I clutch my head as my mind swirls at the nightmare that I just witnessed.

I can't even remember it now I have awakened, but all I know is it was scary and the fresh tears of my face can prove that. Thunder bangs making me jump.

I look out the window and see the rain bartering against the window. The darkness outside makes the lightning brighten up the room. I love storm season.

I run my hands down my face and try to remember the dream, but it was irretrievable. My wolf cries out for the comfort of her mate in our alarmed state.

I glance towards the door and can hear his heartbeat coming from the room across the hall. Should I go over there?

Another crack of thunder bursts from outside, I instantly jump from my bed. I pad my way out of my bedroom and find myself at Jayden's door.

Do I knock?

My confusion spirals in my mind. I lift my hand to knock then stop, what if he is asleep? I haven't even spoken to him since lock-in myself in my room last night.

I finally decide to just sneak in, it'll save me from having to explain my lost nightmare. I turn the doorknob silently and push it open, I glance in and see Jayden fast asleep on his bed.

He looks so peaceful, his hair is dishevelled and his mouth is slightly open. My eyes can't help but notice that he is shirtless and the thin comforter has fallen to his waist.

Ignoring my wolfs begs to join him, I make my way to the sofa in the corner of the room after shutting the door quietly.

I love the two cushions to one side and lay my head on them. I don't have a blanket so instead I curl into a ball. I close my eyes and breathe in Jayden's scent.

Just as I feel myself surrendering to sleep, a very sleepy husky voice wakes me up.

"Melody?" He asks in confusion as he sits up then turns on the lamp next to his bed. I wince at the brightness.

Another crack of lightning brightens the room, illuminating his gorgeous abs and face. I sigh and slowly sit up.

"What are you doing?" He asks, one second he is on his bed and the next he is crouching in front of me "is something wrong?"

I look into his sleepy ocean eyes trying to figure out how I'm already harbouring feelings for him. His hand reaches up and rests on my cheek.

"Melody please answer." He begs with worry evident in his voice now.

"I got scared." I whisper although I know it made no difference to whether he would hear me or not.

"What scared you, love?" He asks moving impossibly close, I grip his hand in mine feeling the need for his comfort.

"I-I can't remember." I stutter, trying to figure out what frightened me so deeply. Then again I've always been a person with many hidden fears, it's most likely to do with the fact that Jayden wants me to meet thousands of people as future Luna Queen.

That frightens me, a lot.

"Come on, you can sleep in my bed." He says "I'll take the sofa."

I hesitantly nod, he pulls me up from my spot in the couch and pulls me over to the bed. I lay down then he throws the comfort of over my body, he leans down and places a chaste kiss on my forehead.

I watch him walk to his closet and grab an extra blanket then he lays down on the sofa, which surprisingly was big enough for him.

"Jayden." I whisper into the silent darkness, I hear his hum in reply "Thank you."

"Anything for you, my love. Always." He says and not long after I hear his laboured breathing. I curl up into his blanket, his scent fills me up and Somnus soon finds me.

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It's been 4 days since I crept into Jayden's room, and he hasn't allowed me to return to my own bed incase I have another nightmare yet my nightmare still alludes me.

Jayden and I have been growing closer making it impossible to give him the silent treatment. My wolf begs everyday to mate with him, but I'm still not sure.

Everyday I'm with Jayden he asks when or if I'll ever be ready. So far I've done a good job of changing the subject but Jayden's annoyance is growing each day.

I lay on his bed in a pair of joggers and a hoodie I stole from Jayden. I don't have any clothes here yet so I have to keep borrowing from female pack members.

I try to avoid it by wearing Jayden's clothes yet I know that he doesn't mind in the slightest. The rain outside is battering against the window has been since the early hours of the morning.

The room is still in darkness as it is still the early hours of the morning. Jayden sleeps peacefully on the sofa opposite the bed.

His bare chest shines in the moonlight as the comforter is down below his waist. His face is peaceful and his mouth is slightly open as he breathes gently.

I watch him silently thinking about how he is my mate and one day, if I am ever ready, he will be sleeping beside me as my King and my official marked mate.

I close my eyes and take a deep breath. I allow Somnus to try and find me but instead hunger creeps up on me.

I sigh in defeat then throw the blanket off my heated body. I quietly tiptoe out of the room and down the hall to Jayden's private kitchen.

I open the fridge and glance through it, allowing the ideas of different meals I could make.

"Where is the bread?" I whisper to myself, wanting to fulfil the craving for a chicken sandwich. I rummage through the fridge, the light in the fridge is the only light provided in the dark kitchen.

After failing to find any in Jayden's overloaded fridge, I make my way around the castle to the pack kitchen where I knew there would be some bread for my sandwich.

I feel the need for Jayden in my chest growing the further I get from him. My wolf is begging not to leave his side but I ignore her, I just need a sandwich.

As soon as I get to the kitchen I turn the light on then head straight to the fridge. The castle is relatively quiet except for a few guards chatting nearby.

I grab the bread, chicken and lettuce from the giant fridge. Finally. I keep quiet as I butter the bread and start piling on the chicken.

Before I can put the last piece of bread on top to complete my sandwich. A hand grabs my waist, by the itching feeling it creates I know it isn't Jayden.

Panic builds in my chest as the hand spins my around. Before I can hit the person, they grab my hands and pin them behind my back.

I look up and see a man, he is tall and muscular but his eyes have mischievous and dangerous glint to them.

"Wha-" I try to speak but he is speedy to interrupt me.

"Now now, who have we here." He taunts "a new female in the pack. Well well well. Maybe I should show you how I welcome new females."

His hand slides up my top and cups my breast, my wolf is snarling angrily in my head and all I want is Jayden. I open my mouth to scream but instead the man puts a hand over my mouth.

He has put my hands behind my back and pushed me against the counter so they are immobilised. I wince in pain as the sharp counter edge digs into my wrist.

"Now now, we don't want to scream unless your screaming my name." He says next to my ear then he places a kiss on my neck.

I squirm and the tears are falling from my face, my skin is burning at his touch and the fear is strong on my stomach making me want to throw up.

His hand moves to cup my breast fully and the tears are now gushing onto the ground. What do I do?

His hand that covers my mouth moves away so I decide to take the chance to say something.

"I'm the-" I start but he stops me once again before I can explain.

"No more talking." He says leaning in closer to my lips, I can feel his breath on my face and it sends a shiver of disgust down my spine.

Oh no. He is getting closer, I don't want him near me. I don't want anyone you touching me like this but Jayden, oh crap does that mean I'm accepting Jayden?

I whimper as his lips are almost on mine, my eyes have run out of tears and my body has resulted in body shaking sobbing.

I try and turn my head away but his hand grips my chin harshly, holding me in place as his lips are nearly on my lips.

Just before they land on my own lips a terrifying earth-shattering growl shook the entire castle. The guy in front of me whips around as a familiar comforting scent hits my nose.

Jayden.

I sigh in relief and then to face him, he stands threateningly in the doorway. His eyes are black and his claws are extending, even if deep down I know he won't hurt me I can't help but feel scared.

I'm a second he rushes to the guy and throws him across the room. I let out a scream as he hits the wall on the opposite wall, the guy falls to the floor unconscious.

I'm guessing Jayden mind-links some guards because the next minute two guards whiz in and take the guy away. I watch them then slowly turn to Jayden.

His pitch black eyes are staring at me, they scan up and down my body most likely to check if I'm injured. Then he grabs my wrist, which is sore from the sharp counter edge.

In a second he picks me up bridal style the next minute we are in his bedroom. He puts me down and starts pacing the room.

The growls emitting from him are low and dangerous, I stand still not knowing what to do. I let out a small sigh, feeling relieved that nothing to serious happened.

I can still feel his touch on my skin and it makes bile try to come up. I swallow it down and lift my hand to wipe my wet cheeks from crying.

Jayden's head snaps towards me and I can see in his eyes that he has lost control to his wolf. My heart beats faster and I look at him carefully.

Suddenly he marches over to me and puts his head in my neck. I don't know what else to do so I put my arms around his neck and just enjoy having his touch on me.

I feel him press a kiss on my soft spot making a moan rip out of my throats and my legs turn to jelly. I feel him smirk against my neck, even though he is out of control I can't help but feel safe in his arms.

I feel a sharp prick against my neck and my stomach instantly flips. He is trying to mark me, crap! I try to push him off me but his hands rip my hips tightly. His wolf is too strong.

"Jayden-" before I can continue his canines puncture deep into my skin. Black dots cloud my vision as I let out a blood curdling scream.

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