As Daphne and I walked through the hallway leading to the cafeteria, we noticed the notes pasted on notice boards talking about one club or the other.
Daphne quickly took out her pen and put down our names on the note for drama club. Apparently, she wanted to be given the position of a director. She seems so bright and ambitious. I guess I'd try acting. That might be what I can do better.
We were close to the cafeteria when someone intercepted standing in front of us. Noah.
A tall handsome human whom I have known for almost three years now and by known, it's actually when he started talking to me. He played football and was the main striker. Very successful and also admired all round town.
Well, the football team are like the most important team and they just have more attention than any other club.
"Hi, Noah." I said forcing out a smile.
Daphne smiled, greeting him too. "Hey."
"Hi girls, I wanted to know if you guys can attend a party at my place tonight—"
"Sure. We'll be there!" Daphne interpolated and I blinked, gob smacked.
How on earth could she just decide to go for the both of us?
I had no words as Noah chuckled exposing his dimples. "That's great. Do you want me to pick you up?"
I was expecting another fast response from Daphne but she paused and looked at me.
Oh now she's letting me make the choice. I imagined myself shaking my head with amusement.
"Don't worry, we'll be there." I replied holding onto Daphne's sweaty palm.
Noah was slowly pulling away when I smelt the wave of 'that' scent. It clouded my nostrils and I looked sideways to see Keiran standing close to us and having a stare down at Noah.
His eyes were so fixed on him like he wanted to seep into his soul through his head. Noah was also looking at him but he didn't waste time before walking away.
Keiran sighed still staring at the figure that just left.
"Asshole." He whispered but I heard it loud and clear. Because I was paying so much attention! I had to stop that.
I held onto Daphne's hand firmly and tried to walk into the cafeteria but he stopped me by grabbing my free hand tightening it around his palm.
I growled quietly, my heart pounding and mind gradually boiling with anger.
"Let me go, Keiran." I ordered coldly snatching my wrist away from his grip.
"I won't do that until I talk to you." He said sounding non-negotiable.
"I rather eat mud than to talk to you." I replied sarcastically.
I was happy that I still had confidence when I felt Daphne withdrawing from my hold. I quickly glanced at her to see she was staring at Keiran.
Keiran was giving her that 'devil inspired' look which was very threatening and frightening.
Sometimes he could look the a demon. I used to think he was probably a lycan or something with the stories I've heard about them being straight cruel and evil.
"I'm sorry, Umbrie. I don't want to ditch you but I think you both need privacy." She muttered to me before going into the cafeteria. She looked nervous.
Keiran scared her. She's human so she's quite affected because if it was a werewolf, a damn stare down would have ensued like the one I was giving him at the moment.
"Leave me alone, Keiran. Please..." I said surprised with the firmness of my voice.
I've taken enough, haven't I? I should break down by now.
"Some friend you have." He remarked with his fingers still clutching onto my wrist.
"Didn't you hear what I just said, you overbearing asshole!" I rasped glaring at him..
"Don't beg me." He said calmly which was the damn straight opposite of my voice.
"What?" I asked not missing a beat.
"Don't beg me, Umbrie. You said and I quote 'Keiran let me go, please...'. It makes you look weak as hell." He stated sounding so cold and without any emotion showing on his face.
"I yelled at you but you won't listen." I replied as he released his hold.
"Fine, I listened. I let you go, now it's your turn to listen to me. Let's go somewhere else." He said walking past me.
I followed fearing I might regret it.
He led me to the school garden which was very broad and filled with various flowers. The scent was too captivating and I wished this was how the forest next to the pack house was. I swear I'd run around it everyday.
"Did you do that to me because I didn't answer your calls?" I asked with my body heating up.
He stopped walking deeper and turned around fast.
"No. I'm not like that--"
"Really? Because I don't know anymore, Keiran! How could you hurt me that way? What did I ever do to you?!" I rasped restricting myself from attacking him and ripping him to shreds.
"I was drugged. I'm still trying to find out who did that." He replied voice so low.
"You expect me to believe that? You were drugged? Maybe I should drug myself one day and see if I'd end up in another guy's bed." I hurled with clenching my fists.
He suddenly froze, his expression turning angry instead of being empty like he didn't know how he felt.
"Don't do anything stupid to your body." He said looking away.
I scoffed folding my hands. He's completely unbelievable. He can do whatever he wants without involving me and now he wants to tell me what to do.
He sighs and runs a hand through his hair like he was frustrated.
"I was at a club, okay? You can ask Hillary. A certain someone told me they saw you leaving your house with Sky dressed in black. I kept calling you to know what was up but you weren't answering. The drug from the drink I had was having an effect on me so I called you many times. I don't know how I found myself away in a room, tied up and 'used." He narrated whispering the last part.
What the hell...
"My stupid friends couldn't stop that shit from happening. It's so weird because that person must have known I was a werewolf and was mated to someone. If not, she wouldn't have tied me up." He added making a lot go through my mind.
So, he didn't do it on purpose. God! I'm still furious. Why would he go to a club? Why wasn't he careful? Why couldn't he push her off?! He couldn't stop the pain from f**king happening.
"You keep on tormenting me one way or the other! I just hate you so much. You are a living nightmare." I cussed him furiously beating him against his chest.
I wished I could do more harm to him.
And to think he had someone monitoring me in my own house.
"I miss you too, Umbrie." He replied staring heavily at me.
I sucked in a breath.
"Let's break the bond—"
The sound of a phone ringing escalated in the atmosphere and he withdrew his cellphone from his pocket brushing off the peace and quiet.
He placed the cell on his ear and listened to whatever the person said.
I was nervous and shaking in my pants. Did he hear what I said? He doesn't say anything as he's still on the line.
I was still mute looking at anywhere but him. He said a few words before hanging up and putting the phone in his pocket.
"I have to go somewhere right now." He said with a shrug and I rolled my eyes.
"Like I care. You've done enough damage already." I muttered rubbing my hands together.
"See you later." He cooed before brushing past me. I followed right behind him wanting to get away from his space. He walked too fast and soon, he was going out through the eastern door which students rarely used except during sports hours.
I was stranded at the hallway, not knowing if I should head to the cafeteria or just retire to class.
All of a sudden, I walked into someone but luckily our bodies didn't collide.
I looked up to see him, Hillary, looking tired. His eyes made me think so..
"Have you seen Keiran? I've been looking for him." He asked huskily.
"Actually, he just left." I replied and he brushed a hand against his face. We rarely ever talk and even when we do, it's all because of Keiran whom is quite lucky to have him as a friend.
His fingers contained just one ring and a bracelet which matched his long blonde hair. His family appears to be one of the most influential one in the town. Despite the status, he's welcoming and easy going unlike a certain someone that is identified as my mate.
"Hillary, were you there last night? At the club?" I questioned slowly, not sure if I should ask him.
"Yes, I was there. You found out, huh? Keiran was dosed and we found him lying on the floor of the bathroom after searching for a couple of minutes." He answered.
I swallowed hard as I came to the realization that Keiran was saying the truth.
I feel bad that he was abused but the pain...
I didn't deserve that. He felt good while I burned and wailed. It's not fair in anyway. I wish he was more careful.
I f**king wish he was.
• After School •
It was getting towards evening and I had the outfits for the party all sorted out. A crop top and a pair of leggings with a short shirt. I also decided to put on a jacket in case it gets cold.
No one was home at this point. Sky went with my mom to get some groceries while dad would not be back until later at night. As for Jared, there was a million places I could think of where he might be right now and part of it was at his girlfriend, Tiana's house.
I was tying up my hair when a knock came on the door. Sprinting like a wolf, I pulled the door open to reveal Daphne and another girl standing beside her.
I tried to think of her name as I let them into the house.
"My Umbrie! You look so good." Daphne complimented and I chuckled.
"You too, those boots are on fire." I pointed out at her pink colorful summer boots.
"Hi Sherry." I beamed as her name finally popped into my head. She held a huge smile showing off her pretty face.
We ambled upstairs to my room where Sherry unpacked her purse revealing some make-up she had with her.
"Sit down so I can brighten up your face." She said to me and I didn't hesitate as I took the chair facing the mirror.
"We are gonna slay tonight." Daphne giggled falling on my bed. She wore a stunning tight dress while Sherry wore blue jeans and a rosy top.
"Like, for real! Totally can't wait to see my crush." Sherry replied in her German accent.
"Who's that?" I asked with a lopsided grin.
"My one and only, Keiran!." She squealed and I suddenly felt my mouth going dry. What did she just say? "I was so excited when he returned from wherever he was at chilling. He's so fine and hot."
"You are crazy." Daphne laughed and I joined in awkwardly.
"I've been totally fan-girling him since he came back. Just an alone time with him would be the best thing that would ever happen to me." She went on to gush like a princess awaiting her knight.