His Abused and Depressed Mate

Mate

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Chris' POV & Two Hours Later

I was nervous about not knowing if she would come or not. It was clear that she was my mate and I wanted her safe, away from her family. It pained me to see her sad and cry. Her sweater was baggy, her tights were loose and her nails are broken. I waited for Athena by the tree. My heart sped up as she walked into my line of sight. I looked up at her and she was nervous too, I knew she was since she was looking around and twiddling her thumbs. She ran over to me and I opened my car, "Are you ready?" I asked as she looked down, 

"Ready as I'll ever be," she got in the passenger seat and we drove to the Packhouse.

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We stopped at a diner that was about five minutes away from the house. We sat at the booth that was closest to the window, "What do you want?" Athena was staring outside the window,

"I'm not hungry," I frowned when I noticed her state, 

"You can have some of my food then," I put my hand on hers and she stiffened, "Can I?" she nodded as her face went red. I held her hand and she smiled,

"Thank you," her voice sounded like sweet honey, 

"For what?" I asked,

"Everything," I ran my thumb over her knuckles as the food arrived. She laid her head on my shoulder and rested her eyes. I wrapped my arm around her and inhaled her scent. I ate some fruit off the plate but soon noticed she was in distress. She started to shake and breathe heavily. 

"Hey, Athena. Wake up," she slowly opened her eyes and blushed immediately when she wiped her drool, "You looked scared," she looked around then smiled,

"I guess I was just having a nightmare," she pulled her sleeves down to her fingers and sat with her back to the window, "Can I ask you something?" she had a hint of sadness in her tone,

"Yeah?"

"Why would you take me with you? I'm no one special, just another speck in the world," her words struck me in the heart and made me frown deeply,

"You're my mate. I'd do anything for you," I placed my hand on her knee as she looked at me,

"That still doesn't explain anything. Don't you want someone who you can love, and have pups with? I haven't even shifted yet. I'm a weak, pathetic, worthless pig. Why haven't you left me yet?" her voice shook as tears formed in her hazel brown eyes,

"First of all. You are not weak, pathetic, worthless or a pig! Second of all. You're still beautiful in every way, don't be so negative. Third, we will work through this. I will help you," I took a piece of strawberry, some grapes and fed her.

Athena's POV

I was being lifted out of the car and onto a bed. A blanket of some sort covered me and a gentle kiss on the forehead put me back to sleep.

I woke up on a bed and looked around, forgetting where I was for a moment. Then, stood on my feet and sighed with relief. There was a note on the dresser beside the bed,

'If you need me, my room is across the hall and to the left. 
-Chris'

I smiled laid back down, letting the darkness consume me.

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I texted Chris, telling him I was taking a shower. I turned it on and let the warm water flow on my face. I washed my hair and then my body. I wrapped the towel around my body and walked out, noticing a pile of clothing on the bed- A white shirt that smells like Chris, a long red skirt, tights, and underwear. I put the bra and undies on first then looked in the mirror. I was astonished! I texted Chris and told him to come to the room immediately. He ran in and saw me. I blushed when I remembered I was only in underwear but told him anyway, "Look! I'm getting better!" I pointed to my fading bruises and he smiled until he noticed my arms. All scarred up and boney,

"Athena, baby. Why would you do this to yourself? Promise me you won't do that again," he frowned deeply and held my arms. I shrugged my shoulders and turned around, "Look at me," his voice was low and he spoke softly. I turned around and faced him, "We will get through this together. Now, get dressed, I have to show you something," I walked back into the bathroom and put the clothes on. I exited and Chris threw me a long, black cardigan to cover my arms. Chris took me to a room and it was beautiful. It was like a garden- yellow, red, blue, purple and orange flowers. Trees lined up and lead through a path to a staircase. I saw Chris look down to me and I smiled, 

"Why would you take me here?" I asked and walked beside him, taking in the view,

"Well, if you ever need anything or need to talk. We should meet up here. Only you, my family and I know of this," he grabbed my hand and walked to the white stairs, "Sit," he requested. I sat on the steps and trailed my fingers across the handle. He held my hand, "What did your family do to you?" his voice was strong and but his eyes were weak,

"I-I can't tell you," I looked away from his soft eyes, "Not yet," 

"Please baby?" I blushed hard when he called me that, "I want to help you," I cried and ran into his arms, 

"Not even you can help," I sobbed out as he held my back,

"I'm sorry baby," Chris held me in his arms.

Two Days Later

"Mommy! Wake up!" I shook my mother's lifeless body as someone ran into the room,
"Amelia!" my Papa rushed over to my mom, holding her in his arms, "No! Darling, why?" he cried as Liam pulled me out of the room,
"Y-you hurt mom!" He slapped me. I screamed as Liam kicked my body and pulled my hair,
"It wasn't me! Someone shot her!" I sobbed, "Please stop hurting me!" 

"Mommy. It's been two years. I'm eight now, I hope you can see me. I miss you," I prayed before my bedtime, "Papa's been hurting me. Do you care? They still blame me, do you?" I closed my eyes and fell asleep, fetal position on the floor.

My eyes snapped open. -1:39 am- I sighed and tried to sleep. I twisted and turned but couldn't sleep yet. I took a deep breath and walked into the bathroom to look in the mirror. I was wearing soft black pants and Chris' light blue shirt. I put my hair up in a loose bun and walked into the hallway. I opened the door that led to Chris' room, "Chris?" I whispered,

"Are you alright baby?" he sat up and looked over at me. His hair was messy and he wasn't wearing a shirt. I blushed.

"Could I um, stay here tonight?" my voice shook with embarrassment. What if he said no, what if he did what my brothers would do.

"Yeah, do you want an extra blanket?" he moved over a bit and I walked over, 

"I should be okay," I laid down and Chris covered me with the blanket. The smell of rosewood and mint was very strong, "Thanks," I whispered,

"Goodnight baby," I felt awkward. His chest was pressed on my back and his hand was on my hip. I bit my lip as his hot breath fanned against my neck, making my skin tingle. Soon, it felt good. Him being so close to me, holding me.

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I jolted awake as I felt around the bed. Nothing. My breath sped up as I remembered last night. What if he took advantage of me and left? I sighed when I heard the shower, then laid back down. The door opened and I blushed as I saw Chris only in boxers, "Did I wake you?" his low, raspy morning voice was enough to make me want more,

"No I- uh just woke up," I bit my lip as he walked into his closet, grabbing some clothes.

"What happened last night?" he asked when I was about to leave his room,

"It was just a bad dream," I felt bad. I lied to the only person who has ever shown love to me. It wasn't a dream. I was reliving my memories.

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