Three Fated Hearts – Chapter 52

~Mark~

The silence is deafening. Jenna is staring at me, and there is nothing I can do other than stand here and take it. I honestly didn’t think I’d run into anyone out here. After talking with Tia for a while, I just needed to get some fresh air. I needed time to think about everything, and it wouldn’t work if I stayed home. Too many people can come and disturb you.

I often come to this pond to think and get away from the pressures of my future positions. It is calm and quiet out here, and I always love to sit at the pond and take in the surrounding nature. I decided to come out here, thinking I would be alone, but here Jenna is.

hes, usually, though today she has on an oversized hoodie. You can tell Jenna spends some time at the gym, though I’d imagine it isn’t to learn to fight for her pack.

out over the pond with longing. I was truly looking forward to sitting in my spot and figuring some things out.

ke a deep breath and start to walk past Jenna. I make it to a moss-covered log, the one I usually sit against, and I dig into a hole on top. I pull out a ziplock bag and get comfy against the log.

really good, depending on the flavors you get.

ing the movements lull me and allow my mind to explore. I hear a huff behind me. “I was here first. I really don’t want you around right now.” That’s interesting. If I didn’t know any better, I’d think this is her territory, her private property. That’s exactly how she’s acting as if she has all the authority to tell someone

we can do our own thing.”

w. I don’t want you here. I came  here to have some time away from others, and I intend to do just that.” I chuckle and shake my head. She is an entitled little thing, isn’t she? I have to admit, though, the more she goes on, the more she changes my mind. Her little attitude leaves much to be desired when it comes to her person

asn’t going to budge. She takes a seat on a separate log and faces the pond. She’s a stubborn thing; I will say that. That can be an endearing quality, but it can also be a pain in the a*s.

ry chew is announced along with all movements inside my mouth. I can see Jenna flinch and cringe with each sound.

of water and sit back against the log.

ks after a while of silence. I really thought my little display wa

enna scoffs.

. What kind of gentleman doesn’t offer a lady water? And add to that the fact that I’m you

ready have their fated mate in their lives?” A small shriek escapes Jenna’s lips, and I smirk a

sure what the Moon Goddess was hoping for with this pairing, but I’m no longer interested in finding out.

k, as my mate.” I feel a sting in my chest, and I turn to walk back to the packhouse.

pt my rejection. I was about to argue that point but decided against it. She will come around soon enough. I turn and walk back to the packhouse alone.