The Luna’s Hidden Destiny – Chapter 15

(Mila)

Two more days passed as I fluttered my eyes open, the morning light drifting in as I felt someone next to the bed. The scent of chai and vanilla swirled around me as I inhaled deeply.

‘Not our mate.’

him. He hadn’t returned and my heart sank. Maybe I wasn’t what he expected. Was I a disappointment? At least Blake and Tristan came and stayed with me for a few hours a day. I f

k hair. Her eyes were a clear blue and her skin was a light tan. She had such a natural beauty to her that it was hard not to sit up and straighten my hair and gown.

wn onto the table beside her.

d to be Rowan’s mother. Their eyes were identical.

r hand out, gripping mine gently in a warming gesture.

to meet you. I am Rowan’s mother, Lau

u.” I responded sweetly, trying to sit up in the bed a little more.

and Blake I felt a sense of ease.

ul to be here

e amazing.” I tried not to act too excited, but I couldn’t h

d I nodded, wanting to change and shower so badly.

ould rather have a nurse?” She was so considerate, Rowan was truly lucky to have a m

walking briskly over to the iv pole that had wheels on the bottom, so it could slide across the fl

ankets, pulling them back for me.

if I can remember how to even walk.” I grumbled, my legs feeling stiff and weak already.

until you have children, that’s a whole new experience..” she laughed, smiling at me b

to throw. Where did we go wrong…” she added a little louder as there was now a sound by the door.

just gave us what we wanted.” Blake quipped, entering the room carrying a small paper b

m.

teased, causing Blake to frown.

e Mil? Are you ready to have a wicked mother-in-law?” Blake whispered with a sly look on his face and Laura gasped.

ted his hands up in surrender, handing her the bag he was holding.

id winking at me.

other. I looked away, feeling like I was eavesdropping even though I couldn’t hear a thing they were saying.

il, don’t overdo it.” Blake win

mom’s face, it didn’t sound good. I tried to push those feelings down. I guess worst case I can try to find my way back to the cabin. Maybe I wasn’t what he was expecting. He probably wanted a more experienced mate so I could be a better Luna. Was I a disappointment to him? My stomach b

positive darling, please…’

maybe her own thoughts were now darkening. The fact

eady?” She asked, hiding that concerned look she had on bef

as she took my arm and slowly started to guide the iv along with us. It felt good to stretch my legs, this had been the longest I had

e sure they stopped wobbling.

hing but kind to me here. Even the staff was amazing, I had gotten to know a few of the nurses and they spoke only great things about Black Stone and their Alpha.

dirt from the past week slipped off of me and spiraled down the drain, leaving me feeling fresh and new. I had just been given sponge baths before this so it was much needed. After I was done, I turned off the water and wrapped a towel around my body. I quickly brushed my teeth..twice. They didn’t feel clean enough the first time and then popped my head out of the bathroom.

resh gown?” I asked, not wanting to put that other one back on.

o dear, I brought you some new clothes. I wasn’t exactly sure about the sizes but

the gorgeous clothes before me.

ssly, I couldn’t help myself, I walked up and enveloped Laura into a warm embrace.

the first time in my life, missing my dad, the only family I had. Rowan not coming back, it all just flooded out, leaving me a sobbing mess as she comforted me.

here now, it will all be okay.” She said soothingly and I nodded my

out.

ed up, brushing a lock of damp hair behind my ear.

ispered.

n approval.

g, we are brave.’

.

ead, pulling back as we walked to the bed.

I slipped on the bra and panties. Then the jeans and the sweater. Laura turned around, a quiet gasp leaving her as she looked at me.

and socks on.

a blanket.” I said, causing her to chuckle.

of my favorites.” She smiled, guiding m

ght now everything felt up in the air, I had no idea what Rowan was thinking. Did he even want me to stay here? She must have seen my hesitation.

rush my long hair gently.

le.

expected..I understand.” I wanted to let them know, they didn’t need to forc

ring Calypso whimper in my mind. The thought of our mate not wanting us..that pain was something I didn’t know if I could bare. Maybe that was what was meant to happen all along.

ned me around, her hands cupping my face as

e held me tightly.

e as I nodded my head.

this alone okay? And Rowan, he is already going crazy without you. I have a feeling he won’t be able to stay away much longer. So let’s get you looking radiant.” She smiled brightly, looking down at me as I felt so grateful for this woman.

rent who loved and cherished me and I missed him so much.

ief to have that thing out of me.

y.” She informed me while looping her arm through mine.

d, her dress was a creme-colored sweater that went down to her knees. She wore black leggings and calf-high boots. She had a black belt around her waist and wore beauti

d a few things they had shared with me. Laura seemed impressed by how many people knew me already. I realized they all addressed her as Luna and I wondered if I should be doing that too. She hadn’t said anything about it so maybe she didn’t mind.

d Laura laughed. As the doors opened a cool gust of wind hit me. I inhaled deeply, the smell of pine and earth filling my senses. The smell reminded me of my father, causing my heart to ache. I missed my woods, my bed, and my things. I guess if Rowan decided t

’t wait to see it.” I said, smiling at her. This made he

s it okay..if I ask about your mother? You haven’t really mentioned her.” She asked calmly. I could tell she was trying not to be too intrusive.

r the story. The man who killed my mother, who my father ran away from. I had no idea who he could be. Was he still an Alpha?

clutching my hands.

if I ask how?” She asked while I shifted on my feet, looking around ne

doubt my father would have kept us in the same area as him.

as I continued.

young. Just the premise though was the hard part.

e, absolutely horrible.” She wrapped me in a war

ost his mate.” I explained, not wanting her to feel bad for me.

in such a tragic way, I couldn’t even imagine.” She put her hand over her heart as if

st me and my dad in our cabin. So I feel lik

day then?” She questioned curiously, looking down at me.

liage beneath our feet.

s today!” She explained excitedly.

was.

ther.” Her eyes lit up as she spoke, excitement filling them.

tried to say before she cut me off.

mily now, no matter what.” Her words made my stomach flip, the way she said I was family now..after meeting her for such a short time.

already getting attached to these people..maybe because I had been so isolated my whole life I was craving something, anything more.

s she gripped my arm tighter.

ded woman bounded towards us. It looked like she was on a run, she only wore a sports bra and tight pants that showed all of her curves. She was absolutely gorgeous. Her eyes were a soft blue and freckles co

she came to a stop, her ponytail bobbing from side to side.

eyes seemed to be saying something completely different.

tarting early this morning.” Laura said cheerfully, her

was sleeping with..