Because Of You

Chapter 19

Grace POV:

After my almost kiss with Arsen yesterday I was restless all night.

I was developing feelings for him, and I was developing them fast. Although it felt good to be with him I couldn't help but feel guilty at the same time. The past that Arsen and I shared wasn't something to take lightly. He was the reason my pack was dead, and even if he didn't know me at the time, I still couldn't help but feel like I was betraying everyone who was killed that day.

Today Macy and I had the day to ourselves. Arsen, Matthew, Nick, and some of the pack Warriors were all patrolling the borders and doing check ups around the pack territory. I felt very lazy today so I decided to dress in a pair of black leggings and a grey long sleeve T-shirt. I slipped some fuzzy socks on and descended down the stairs. I walked towards the living room which was enormous. There was a huge couch that went around the room that looked very comfortable. A stereo set was off to the side on a table and huge plasma screen TV was on a stand in front of the couch. On the couch sat Macy, Lia, and two other girls. The notebook was playing and a bunch of nail polishes were sprawled out on the coffee table.

"Hey Grace, come join us." Macy said while ushering me over.

I walked over there and took a seat on the couch next to Lia. I gave her a smile and looked towards the other girls who smiled at me.

"Grace, meet Amanda and Jennifer." Macy said pointing to Amanda who had  short blonde hair and striking blue eyes and Jennifer who on the other hand had jet black hair and a blue eyes as well. They were both stunning.

"Hello Luna." Amanda and Jennifer both said.

"Hi guys, and please, call me Grace. Luna is too formal." I said smiling.

They nodded their heads and suddenly turned their heads towards the movie after hearing a squeal. The scene of the notebook where Allie and Noah kiss again after being separated for years was playing. We all shared a look with each other after realizing the squeal came from Lia who was dreamily looking at the TV screen.

After about five minutes or so, I became comfortable with the two new gals and we actually hit it off. The five of us were just sitting making small talk here and there while also watching the movie. I had found out that Jennifer and Amanda were cousins and their mates were pack warriors. Ironically they were with Arsen today as well. Lia sadly hadn't found her mate yet but she was still hopeful about it and kept an open mind.

"So Grace, tell us, what's it like being the Alphas mate? How good does he kiss?" Amanda says laughing.

I blushed a deep red and pushed a strand of my hair behind my head. The girls were all waiting for my answer and leaned closer to hear what I had to say.

"He's great actually. He makes me laugh and makes me feel comfortable and happy. As for kiss, I don't know yet." I said.

"You haven't kissed him yet?" Jennifer asked looking dumbstruck.

"Nope." I said popping the p in the word.

"I find that hard to believe missy." Lia said chiming into the conversation.

Laughing I simply shook my head. "We haven't kissed yet but our first date is tomorrow."

"Ooh where's he taking you?" Macy asked.

"I have no idea. Arsen won't tell me anything." I said glumly.

"I bet it's going to be awesome. Arsen is a great guy. Not only that but he treats his pack kindly and with respect." Amanda said.

A sense of pride filled me knowing that my mate was very well liked and that he was good to people. Arsen truly was a great person with a big heart.