Eric stood alone in the woods, the moonlight casting a silvery glow around him. The night was still, yet his mind was a tempest. Memories of his and Elena's recent moments together played like a film reel, each one piercing through his usually impenetrable defenses.
He had seen Elena struggle, watched her face the trials thrown her way with a fierce determination. The resilience she displayed had not only won the respect of the pack but had also further solidified his admiration for her.
Leaning against a tree, he let out a sigh. The weight of knowing they were mates, of keeping it from her, gnawed at him. There were nights when he wished he could shout it from the mountaintops, let the world know what she meant to him. But a part of him hesitated, fearing the backlash of emotions and the change it might bring to their dynamic.
Thunder's words echoed in his ears, reminding him of the potential consequences of keeping silent. Was he depriving Elena of a choice? Of her right to know the truth? These thoughts played on a loop, battling against his inherent desire to protect and shield.
Recollections of their times together made him smile—her laughter, the little jokes they shared, the way her brow furrowed when deep in thought. The small details mattered, embedding themselves deep within him. He found himself attuned to her emotions, even from a distance, often feeling a tug towards her when she faced challenges.
He remembered the day at the waterfall, the raw vulnerability in her eyes, the unspoken trust as she leaned into him. Those moments were when he felt the pull the strongest, a magnetic force drawing them together.
A distant howl brought him back to reality, serving as a reminder that time was ticking. Eric knew he couldn't keep the truth buried forever. The weight of his feelings, the significance of their bond—it demanded acknowledgment.
He needed a plan, a way to communicate his feelings without overwhelming Elena. Taking a deep breath, he felt a strange sense of clarity. One thing was certain: Elena deserved to know the truth, and he would find the right moment to share it.
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Of prejudice and pack ( Bound by fate 2)
RomanceIn the hidden world of shifters, a mysterious old theater holds dark secrets that tie two distinct lives together. Elena a police officer and Eric, a powerful Beta Together, they uncover truths that change them forever. ( can be read as a stand alon...
