Alpha's Human Mate

1 Step Forward 2 Steps Back and Repeat

I wake up and look out my window. I smile, I woke up in time to see the sunrise. A slight knock at the door brings me out of my thoughts. Opening the door, I smile once again when I see Cole. I can't believe this is my eighth day at Cole's house. Somehow in this short amount of time Cole has managed to flip my life upside down and enter the walls that surround my mind. I still don't trust many people, but Cole and I have really bonded during my stay here. Whether it is video games and movies with Jorden and Cole or our late night reading sessions; he never fails to make me feel welcomed. Not only do I feel welcomed, but I always feel safe and protected when I'm around him. That's a feeling I'm not used too, but it's one Cole has helped me to enjoy feeling.

"Hey Dani," Cole greets. "I was thinking about getting you out of the house... that is of course if you want to." He looks down. Is Cole embarrassed? I grab my notebook, I'm still not sure where Father went. He could be in this town waiting for me. I look at Cole fear in my eyes. He pulls me into his arms, calming my sudden nerves. "We don't have to if you don't want to," he explains. "It is just a suggestion." Truth is I haven't left this house since shopping with Nona and, I kind of want to. If you don't leave me. Cole grins. "Get ready we will leave in an hour." Good thing I didn't cancel. Knowing Cole, he probably has the day planned out.

Half an hour later and I am ready. Cole had mentioned that it was hot outside so I wore simple jean shorts, a long sleeved shirt, and black converse. I almost miss wearing Cole's long sleeved Henley shirt that I borrowed on my first day here. But I know he has given me so much already, wearing his clothes is just pushing it.

I walk down the stairs with a big smile on my face. I am too clouded with happiness to see the big not a wall object in front of me. Therefore, I run into it. I am about to fall on the ground but someone's hand reaches out and grabs me. My heart starts to beat faster. I look up at the man holding my arm, another new face, another man to fear. I try to yank my hand away but his grip is too strong. I give my arm another tug before looking up into the man's eyes, he smirks before pushing me up against the wall. I feel a tear start to drip down my face.

Before he can speak the man is pulled away from me and pushed into the wall right next to where he held me; the action effectively knocking me down onto the ground. "What are you doing?" Jorden screams. I flinch. Not because I don't trust Jorden, but because I don't like loud noises. Jorden shoots me an apologetic smile before returning to the man. "I'm sorry Beta Jorden I didn't know she meant something to you, who is she anyway?" Jorden walks closer to the man. "It doesn't matter who she is to me, we don't attack women in their homes." The man looks fearful. I have to look away. I've seen that look too many times and it brings back bad memories. I open my mouth to call to Jorden but then stop. I can't talk. I look back at the situation conflicted.

I soon make up my mind and crawl to Jorden. I tug on this shirt like a small child would, waiting for him to look down and acknowledge me. Jorden looks over at me and smiles. "Are you ok Dani?" I nod and point at the guy. "He will be taken care of." Jorden responds. I frantically shake my head and try to plead with Jorden with my eyes.

A fierce growl echoes from the doorway. Growl? Beta? "WHAT IS GOING ON HERE?" Cole roars. I whimper and look at Cole. He meets my gaze and slightly smiles. "Jorden?" He says turning back to his friend. "Cole I walked down here and saw him holding Dani up against the wall, she looked terrified man." Cole growls lowly. What the hell is going on here, growls? Is Cole like some kind of animal? I laugh at my thoughts, yeah Dani and pigs fly. "Take him to the prison Jorden, we'll deal with him later." Cole turns to me as Jorden drags the man out. "Are you ok Dani?" Cole approaches me and I scoot backward. Not much, but enough for him to notice. A pained expression takes over his features. Now I feel bad. "Do you still want to go out?" His voice is quiet, as if he fears my response. I nod my head. Please don't leave me this time. Cole sighs, "Never Dani I will never leave you. I promised you that nobody would hurt you and I meant it." My mind slightly flashes to this morning. I feel like Cole knows what I quickly thought about because the pain flashes again.

"Damn'it" Cole runs his hand through his hair. "How will she ever believe that I'll protect her if I can't even keep her safe in her own home?" He mumbles to himself. My eyebrows knit together and I frown. Why is Cole mad at himself? He's done nothing wrong.

Let's go before I change my mind. I write to ease the tension. Cole smiles, "May I hold your hand?" I nod and meet his reach halfway. "I hope you have fun Dani, this whole day is planned to make you happy." A tear escapes my eye and I give Cole a hug. He is surprised at first but then wraps his arms around me. Safe. Cole makes me feel safe, and maybe, a little bit happy. 

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