Three Fated Hearts by LNC novel Chapter 79

~Jenna~

I tossed and turned all night. I just couldn’t get settled, and it didn’t help that Iris was off on her tangent. She kept calling for her mate, and it was driving me crazy. She acts like I don’t want Mark. Actually, I can’t be mad at her. I did act as if he wasn’t what I wanted, but that simply isn’t true.

I grab my phone off the nightstand and see it’s 3:15 in the morning. I know sleep will not be visiting me at all, and I wish I were back home. If I were, I would go for a run and try to tire myself out. I’m visiting a different territory, and it isn’t smart to take off for a run under those circumstances. Not only that, but if I let Iris out, I know exactly where I’d end up. I asked Mark to give me time before he asks that I accept his rejection. I just need to build my strength and be mentally prepared for the loss.

I sigh and turn to my side. I stare at the wall for a bit, watching the movie that isn’t my life play out. I scroll through my phone, looking at different videos and memes. Nothing is pacifying my wolf or me, but I’m not surprised. I sigh again and lock my phone. I place it back on the nightstand and lie on my back, looking up at the ceiling. I could try counting sheep, but I’m not sure that would work.

I make a choice to go work out. I’m sure that I can make it to the gym, and maybe a vigorous workout will help me sleep at least a bit. I finish lacing up my shoes, having put on a workout outfit. I grab a small towel out of the bathroom and head to the door. I pull the door open, and the shock almost knocks me on my a*s. Standing at my door is Mark, and my voice disappears, my throat becoming dry.

Mark clears his throat, looking everywhere but at me. “Uh, was I disturbing you?”

“N…no. I…I was just going to go work out.”

“It’s pretty early for that, don’t you think?”

“I couldn’t sleep.” Mark nods but doesn’t respond. “Did….did you need something?”

“Yeah, uh…..did you have a minute?” I quickly nod, not trusting my voice. “ Maybe I can go to the gym with you. I wouldn’t want anything to happen to you while you were on my territory.” I give Mark a small smile and step toward him, closing the door behind me. We turn to the stairs and start to walk. I feel a flutter in my stomach as Mark gently takes my hand.

~Tia~

I can feel the sun’s rays on my face, and I take a deep breath. Today is the day! Today is the day that I become the official Luna of this pack. I know a lot of people aren’t happy with that fact, but there’s nothing they can do about it. My mates and I have marked each other, and the ceremony will make my status official.

I stretch out my arms, and sadness sets in when I come up empty. The bed is cold on either side of me, causing me to sit up and look around the room. My door is thrown open with my mom and Lynn walking in. They are smiling ear to ear.

“GET UP B***H!!! Your day is finally here.”