Chapter 8
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"My feet are sore," I complained. Danica laughed, her huge amounts of shopping bags clinking against her sides.
"If it ain't hurtin, it ain't helpin. Remember that sweetheart," She said with a laugh. I chuckled at her. We'd been shopping for hours and I was ready to just drop dead. I had never been out for so long. We've been at the mall for at least 4 hours! My little body wasn't ready for this kind of thing!
"Food court?" she asked. I nodded, ready to do anything in order to get away from small red price tags. As we rode the escalator, two men came up to us. A dark feeling rumbled through my body as I refused to look at them. I slowly stepped up a stair, then got off as we came to the top.
"Can we help you?" Danica asked confidently at the top. I however was close to cowering. Were they from Sunscorch? Shouldn't I have smelt them? Was my brother here? My eyes began to swivel in all directions as paranoia took me hostage.
The younger one with short blonde hair smiled.
"We were just wondering if you two lovely ladies would care to join us for a movie playing over at Cinema 89." He said, wiggling his eyebrows.
I shrank back, but Danica simply laughed a short response.
"That is so cute!" She said, doubling over. I stared at her wide-eyed. I saw the two boys's face harden in confusion and irritation.
"What about you cutie?" He asked, following us as we began to walk away. I opened my mouth in shock.
"I-I don't even know your name!" I tried. Well, better than cowering right?
"Troy and Gilmore," He announced. I gulped nervously. I wanted no part of this. If Damon found out I bet he'd be pissed.
"Listen, we're flattered but we are both in a relationship," Danica said politely as we tried to turn the corner. I felt relieved. She was so strong and courageous. Something I wish I could be.
Gilmore, with the bald head, grasped my arm roughly, Troy doing the same on Danica. My heart beat picked up as I began to feel sick. Fear built into my stomach as I froze in the spot, while Danica looked merely annoyed.
"Just think of it as 'us borrowing' you." Troy said with a sadistic grin.
"Or you could let go of them. Now," a dark voice replied from behind me. I turned around to see my knight in shining armor. Or just a nice t-shirt, dark jeans and boots but hey, who's judging here?
Damon's eyes were dark, clearly showing he was not happy. Immediately, the two let go of us. And before I could help it, my back slunk against Damon's chest. I felt so happy he was here, and I felt safe. Yet apart of me wishes I was just like Danica. I wanted to be stronger. I wanted to be a fighter.
"Listen douchebag-"
But in one swift movement, Damon's hand reached out for Gilmore's. His grip was tight and strong, and I became wary of the fact that Gilmore groaned in pain, doubling over.
He was breaking his hand!
"Wait, don't!" I turned, my hands on my mate's chest. I didn't want to see Damon's dark side any longer. For a moment, it was like he couldn't hear me. It might sound stupid, I know. These two guys were pigs and definitely deserved some type of punishment, but I couldn't stand to see the frightening side of Damon yet.
"Please," I whimpered, and that was all it took. He let go of the guy's hand. Relief filled my being, resulting in a deep breath.
"Jesus!" Gilmore shrieked, running off with his partner in crime in the other direction.
"We could have handled that ourselves Alpha," Danica said as she put her hands on her hips. I stared at her. I was sure she could've helped, but once Damon stepped in, I felt safer.
"I know," He replied, his arms wrapping around me, bringing me into his chest. I snuggled into it, enjoying its warmth. His hugs were so perfect, and made me feel like I could just be here forever.
"Yeah yeah," She said with a playful snort.
"Are you ok?" Damon asked, putting his hands on my shoulders. He was well aware that I was fragile, which bothered me.
"I'm fine. See? That's why I should be training. I don't like being so . . . delecate," I murmured in embarrassment.
"Training isn't easy," Danica cut in with a serious stare. I brushed her off.
"I know that I could do it! I won't whine, complain or make a single peep! If I do, you," I pointed to Damon who's eyes were beginning to swirl into darkness,"can pull me right out and I won't object! Please, today was a perfect example that I need to be stronger!" I tried to lull them each.
"I'm just . . asking for a chance," I whispered, looking at my feet. I heard Damon sigh, rubbing a hand through his hair.
"Like Danica said, it's not easy. It pushes you to your limits," He explained carefully. I nodded. I didn't care how hard it was. In the end it would be rewarding. I knew it would be.
"Good," I replied.
His eyes studied mine for a brief second.
"Fine. BUT - if you get hurt, or-"
"Thank you, thank you, thank you!" I yipped, getting giddy. Danica laughed, as Damon frowned.
"I'm going to regret this," He muttered.
"You'll only regret it when I kick your butt in the future!" I played. He lifted a brow, the corner of his lip tugging into a smirk.
"Is that a challenge mate?" He asked, eyeing me.
"Absolutely!" I replied. I never felt so happy. I was finally going to be a strong wolf. I was going to know how to fight and defend myself!
"I'll be in the car, these bags are heavier than that fat lady wolfing down her Mcdonalds in there. Catch you guys later!" She said, beginning to walk off. I smiled, waving at her as she left us.
I squeaked when Damon wrapped his huge arms around my waist, and spun me in a small circle. I giggled before he put me down.
"You really are something, you know that?" He whispered, placing his forehead on mine. I took a small breath before backing away. His jaw clenched in disappointment.
"Thank you again. Not for just . . . not breaking that guy's hand when I asked you, but for letting me train too," I replied solemnly. His jaw clenched again and for a second I wondered if I'd hurt his pride.
"If someone else ever tries to touch you . . ." He trailed off, closing his eyes. My heart went out towards him. I didn't like that he felt so distressed over those two punks trying to hit on me and Danica.
"No one will," I whispered.
"Well, except me," He said, grinning. Again, my face felt warm. I wasn't used to such bold words. I studied him again. By now, any mated couple would've been at least making or even having sex, but here I was, making him wait. And he never complained, nor seemed to mind it. Yet he was a dominant male wolf, and needed a partner willing to indulge him I clenched my knuckles, feeling brave.
"Except you," And with that, I leaned on my tippy toes to press a featherlight kiss on his cheek. His eyes widened in shock, and a smile broke his features.
Unknown POV***
I reached for my phone as it rang.
"Hello?" I asked.
"What did you find?" He demanded on the other line.
"Nothing other than she's scared shitless of her own shadow, and her mate nearly broke my fucking hand. He'll do anything for her, that's for sure." I replied, examining my now bruised fingers. I let out a disgusted face. That asshole Alpha had it coming.
"Perfect. And what about the one she was with?" He asked.
"Not important. Just a little pack doctor of no use. Alpha Damon Baine is more of a target." I said, walking through the crowd.
"Great. We need to be more careful with our newfound encounters. You are lucky my sister didn't recognize you. That scent masker I gave you must've really worked."
"It did,"
"Good. However, getting towards my sister might be a problem. We have a new posing threat."
"Who may that be?"
"She's a little deliquent, but powerful. I assume her and Serena will run into each other, gaining an alliance. She isn't a wolf, but a witch. If I were you, I'd be careful. For as I know she has millions of tricks up her sleeve." I furrowed my brows, leaving the mall.
"Who?"
"Her name is Nora."
"I'll keep an-" I began to walk to my car in the parking lot, yet a female figure laying against my hood made me stop.
"Alpha, I'll call you back," And with that, I hung up.
This girl had dark hair to her breasts, dark eyes and dark lips.
"Oh, I'm sorry, is this your car?" She asked, a thick Australian accent coating her words. She got up, kicking herself up with long black boots clacking against the ground. I nodded. She was beautiful, but something about her was off.
"I do apologize, but I will be taking it," She said with a shrug.
"Excuse me?" I said, getting angry. A smile tugged her lips.
"Touch that car, and I'll make you regret it you bitch," I growled. Her smile widened.
"The only thing you are going to regret - is calling me that. Tell your Alpha I have a message," She said, slowly walking towards me. She squinted her eyes for a brief second before I felt a pounding in my head. I dropped my phone, kneeling to the ground as I felt my hood would explode.
"I will find the girl. And I'll find her before he does. Hunt me down one more time, and I'll rip you apart, ligament from ligament," She said, kneeling down, looking at my phone while talking. I groaned.
"Who the fuck are you?" I grit out.
"I'm Nora."
And with that, my headache left, and she bound off towards my car, putting it in ignition.
I told you guys I would keep Nora ;D
(For those who do not know! Nora was in the original version of my story!!!)
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