The Hunting

Chapter 13

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Roman's POV

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After I introduced Zariya to Travis I left to talk with Cambren. I knew Travis was a hard teacher but I figured he'd cut her some slack since he was pre-warned that she was a new hunter and had no training whatsoever. As I entered Cambren's study I smirk and clear my throat. The scene in front of me freezes. I laugh as the startled Cambren and embarrassed Brayla pulls away from each other. Brayla was sitting on Cambren's lap so when she tried to get off in a hurry she fell flat on her butt.

"Well that's more embarrassing than me walking in on you two making out." I laughed. Brayla glared but then smirked.

"This is coming from the six foot seven god who I caught snuggling with Zariya this morning." My laughter was cut off and Cambren's laughter replaced it. "Let me tell you, it was the most adorable thing I have ever seen. I felt bad for Zariya though. You were practically smothering her." She teased. I rolled my eyes and ignored her.

"So Cambren, how do we exactly see if Zariya's mate is here or not?" I asked.

"Since some of us aren't honest and would probably lie about them being her mate if they knew she was looking for him, we have to act like you two are just visiting. So holding a coven picnic would probably be our best option. Everyone would come and if her mate is one of my men then they will approach her and most likely try to fight you."

"Why would they want to fight me?" I asked.

"Uh hello? When you two are around each other you act like a married couple!" He chuckled. I rolled my eyes and Brayla giggled.

"It's true. And if they want her as a mate and see you as a threat they will fight. Now if they don't want her or has already taken a mate then they won't mind you at all but will still approach Zariya in a friendly way." Brayla explained.

"What happens to Zariya if her mate doesn't want her?" I asked now concerned.

"She'll still be able to stay here. She'll live a normal life, like get a job, an apartment or house, and maybe find a spouse. Her mate should treat her good. Most mates that don't want their mate will treat them like a best friend." Cambren explained. To say I was worried for Zariya was an understatement. "Roman, don't worry. If Zariya's mate is here both Brayla and I will make sure to watch over her."

"I know, it's just, Zariya has no one and I don't want to leave her in the hands of a man who won't cherish her and treat her right." Brayla cooed, causing me to look her way.

"You like her!" She giggled. I raised an eyebrow. "You're worried about her Roman, just admit that you like her." She said bouncing a bit where she stood. I looked over to Cambren, he was smiling ear to ear. Once he noticed my expression his smile dropped.

"Brayla, that's enough. If Romans not ready to confess his undying love for Zariya let's not push him." He smirked, resulting in me glaring at him.

"Back to business." I said and sat down on the plush chair. "Zariya is training now but afterwards I plan on taking her to the shops down town to get her some clothes and any other items she might need."

"Oh, let me take her!" Brayla bounced on her toes excitedly.

"No!" Cambren and I both shouted. Brayla's smile faded into a pout.

"What I mean is you can come but I'll be going as well, just in case." I spoke trying to cheer her up.

"Okay!" She sang happily and walked out the room. I looked back at Cambren. He smiled and shrugged.