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Nate held my hand in his as we emerged from the woods, making sure to give it an encouraging squeeze as the exit became clear. 'Your brother is still here' he whispered to my wolf, sounding indifferent by Trent's presence.

I nodded my head as I scooted by body even closer to his just wanting to feel his warming presence. Moments later the trees became scarce as my brother's silver pick up truck came into view though I didn't spot him. Honestly, I was glad Trent decided to hang around maybe there was hope for him and Nate. Scanning the area in search of my brother I quickly spotted him on the porch steps sitting next to a familiar small blonde.

"Nate!" Annabelle screamed jumping up on the stairs before hopping over them. Her outburst caused Trent's head to snap up in our direction. Quickly Annabelle tore off in our direction. Regretfully Nate dropped my hand in order to grab her small waist that was now flying through the air. I couldn't help but smile at there relationship it was nothing short of cute.

We continued our walk toward Trent which was only another ten feet or so. Nate shifted Annabelle to his bare side in order to hold my hand again. Peeking around Nate's shaggy blonde mess she waved her small hand from side to side while flashing me a cheeky grin. "Hi Annabelle" I greeted politely causing her to grow even happier.

"Hi Luna- I mean Jamie" she quickly corrected with a shy blush. "I met your brother... He's like your twin!" She squealed her eyes darting back to Trent who was now standing up and leaning against the banister.

"I wouldn't say twins" Nate interjected "Jamie is much prettier" she cooed lifting our entangled fingers in order to kiss the back of my hand.

"Are you better now?" She whispered not so quietly as she squirmed to get lose from Nate's hold. Dropping her feet he placed her back on the ground only for her to skip over to Trent. "He was mad earlier" she informed him in the same tone as she took a stance next to him.

"Yes, I'm all better" Nate assured her sneaking a glance at my profile before maneuvering his body so I was shielding him. Protectively he wrapped his arms around my waist pulling me farther into him before burying his face in the crook of my neck. Inhaling deeply he took in a big whiff of my signature scent which only scent his wolf into a state of pure bliss.

"Any way," Trent sang out "are you alright?" He questioned locking his gaze with mine in an attempt to pretend that Nate wasn't right here. I nodded my head though as he pursed his lips I knew he didn't believe me. What did he expect? I can't just get over the fact that my chosen mate and my best friend have lied to me for weeks in order to conceal their darkest secret. "I can make him leave if you want..." He trailed awkwardly referring to Carter leaving my old pack house.

Trent's statement seemed to shock Nate who instantly stiffened. Slowly he lifted his head from it's safe nook and shifted it between the two of us while he awaited my answer. "No" I murmured my voice coming out scratchy. Letting out a small sigh Nate followed in suit with Trent and stood up tall showing off his massive size. Peering over my shoulders I met his turquoise eyes which reeked of displeasure. "I'm sorry."

Without speaking Nate turned my body so I was now facing him. He reached up and grabbed my chin forcing me to continue to look directly into his powerful eyes. "You have nothing to feel sorry about" he assured him using an assertive tone. Though, I couldn't help but feel guilty. One minute I wanted to removed Carter from the world and the next I didn't want him alone. My confused feelings for him were only hurting my relationship with Nate.

"Yes, I do. I should order him to execution for what he did to you" I stated sternly causing his facade to fall as he let out a light adoring chuckle.

"This isn't the fifteen hundreds, Shakespeare " he smirked causing my cheeks to heat up, I swear they had to be brighter then a freshly waxed fire truck. "Besides, you have a good heart Jamie, you don't want him hurt and there is nothing wrong with that. Hopefully some of your understanding rubs off on me" he cooed rubbing his thumbs up and down my waist. 'Perhaps something else will rub on me too, if I'm lucky' his wolf whispered cheekily.

Tossing my head back I let out a loud cackle that seemed to echo through the community. Ignoring the presence of Trent and Annabelle I laced my arms securely around his meaty neck, pulling his head downward and closer to mine. 'You'll get very lucky' I purred back pushing myself to my tippy toes just to reach his lips. Unfortunately for us there was a major height difference and our kisses always meant he needed to bend and I needed to stretch. But, we made it work.

"Gross" Trent groaned disapprovingly causing Annabelle to burst into fits of laughter.

"Shh! They're mates!" She nearly shouted to him causing Nate's lips to curve up with pride.

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I continued to run allowing my wolf to stomp around on the damp grass winding in and out of the large trees. I ignored the rain that was falling through the leaves and wetting my coat with every droplet that fell. Nothing around me seemed to matter other then the burning question on my mind... What have I done?

"Carter!" Lynn yelled causing my wolf to come to a screeching halt. Jumping back I caught side of her soaking body emerging from the bushes. Her ebony skin was glistening as the water trailed along her arms and the exposed parts of her legs. Slowly my wolf trotted toward her, feeling almost hesitant about being with her after everything that has come out about is recently. "I can't lose you too" she murmured pitifully dropping her body to the ground ignoring the fact that she was now seated in mud.

As she looked down to avoid my gaze I took in the sad nature of her features. Using my wolf's dark snout I pushed it under her chin, rubbing my matted fur against her soft skin hoping to soothe her. "Here" she murmured revealing a pair of flannel printed pajama pants that I had owned since I was about fourteen.

Without shielding for cover I shifted back to my human form and took ahold of the soft and newly wet fabric in her hands. Lynn gulped deeply as she tried her best to avoid looking at my exposed body. It's not like she hasn't seem it before. "Hey" I whispered now that we were able to communicate. After tossing my pants on to cover my manly parts I crouched down next to her. "It wasn't your fault, I asked you to keep it from Jamie."

"It's not your fault either" she assured me. "I wanted her to leave" Lynn admitted biting on her bottom lip insecurely which only caused my heart rate to increase rapidly.

"Why? Why would you want her to go with Nate?" I pried, a pane of betrayal washing over my body as I stared at her hard.

"Because," she sighed shifted her body closer to mine as she used her knees as a resting post. I narrowed my eyes on her deep chocolate colored orbs as they lifted back to mine. A concentrated look swirled within them when they made contact with me. "I wanted you" she whispered so lowly I barely even hurt her.

"Lynn" I chuckled leaning my body backward. "We can't do this, it's wrong" I fought. I know it's a little too late for me to have a concious and do the right thing but better late then never, right?

"Think about it Carter. Everyone is already mad at us... Besides" she started up again when I remained silent in my state of shock. "You obviously liked me before" she murmured scooting herself closer and closer until her body was only inches from mine. I felt as though I was paralyzed and couldn't move away. Even my mouth appeared to be sewn shut and I couldn't push off her advances. Once she was close enough and realized I wasn't going to stop her she cocked her head to the right slightly, slowly bringing her lips to mine.

Hovering only an inch away she stopped moving. Her warm breath hitting my face as she locked her eyes with me briefly before returning her gaze back to my lips. Brett's words burned in my head as I stared at her pouty mouth. 'Get over it' he said.

Without any more debate I slammed my body forward dominating her lips on contact.

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