Fated is overrated

Lola POV

Dinner was awkward after having kicked their *sses earlier today and then for them to get a scolding from their parents. I can't say I didn't enjoy all that though, I had to stifle a grin more than once. After dinner, I went outside to explore the territory and I ended up by a beautiful small lake a few miles from the palace.

Something about this lake is just so serene it drew me in and keeps me rooted to the spot where I am currently sitting. It's like all my thoughts and worries seep away when I am sitting here. It's not an overly large lake, but not too small either. One could go for a decent swim in here.

I would definitely try that as it looks really tempting, but I don't know if that is allowed at all. The lake is surrounded by thick forest and the riverbanks are covered in green grass with the occasional patches of daffodils here and there.

I am completely void of any thoughts and just basking in the serenity, when I hear a twig snap in the forest behind me. I jump to my feet and as I am turning around, my eyes land on the warrior, I think his name was Tom. Unsure of what his intentions are my stance remains rigid, and I am ready to roll if needed.

"Relax, I am not going to try anything. Unless you want me to" he winks at me. I roll my eyes "Yeah, that's what they always say, isn't it? Nobody would ever come out and say "hey I am here to rape you. Please be a good girl and don't run". He chuckles and says "well you got me there.noveldrama

But I have seen you beat 2 Lycan princes who got in your way, so I have no intention of being on the other hand of the stick". Well, I can handle myself pretty decently yes, especially with the element of surprise, but that element is gone now.

And like any other wolf, I wouldn't stand a chance against a Lycan or typical weapons against wolves they use here, such as wolfsbane.This book has many missing chapters and scenes if you're not reading it on J obnib.c(o)m If you inject a wolf with that, they will be completely defenseless and their wolf will be subdued, losing all wolf abilities until the wolfsbane has worn off. I've learned by now that nobody can ever truly be trusted, so thanks but no thanks Tom - you can keep a good distance from me. "Nobody is invincible, and the biggest mistake is believing that you are. The second-biggest mistake is handing out your trust freely. Or at all" I mumble the last part. "I get it, you don't know me and you - rightfully so - don't trust me. I will just keep a safe distance until you do". I snort" don't hold your breath, Tom. I wasn't planning on trusting anyone anytime soon, or ever at all for that matter".

He looks confused, and I see a glint of sadness in his eyes. I don't know whether or not that is for me or because of the fact that I won't be letting him get into my pants, but he looks sad nonetheless.

"I... It's none of my business and all, and I know you probably won't, but if you ever feel like talking about it, just know that I'd be happy to listen". He looks sincere in his words. But then again, so did Jason and Nadia.

I sigh "I don't, but thanks for offering". I offer a fake smile and turn my back towards him, so I can face the beautiful scenery in front of me again. I'd never turn my back on a stranger just like that, but I have my wolf senses turned up, and I am listening to his moves like a predator stalking it's prey.

If he had any bad intentions, now would be the time he would act on them. But instead, he shuffles over to my left-hand side and sits down a few yards from me, keeping a respectable distance. "What are you doing?" I ask him incredulously. I was really enjoying my alone time here."

Well, since you don't want to talk, I'll just sit here in silence with you" he smiles. Stunned, I take a moment to take in his appearance, as I hadn't really focused on that so far. And to be honest, I don't know why I am now, but humor me - I am only "human". 'And wolf!' Liberty adds in my mind.

He has dark brown hair and matching brown eyes, somehow it gives off a soft appearance despite his large form. He is built largely and seems very muscular, judging by his arms - the only part I can see.

As if he could sense my roaming eyes, he suddenly jumps up and pulls up his shirt. "W-What are you doing?" I stutter.

Not only am I comically prude for a werewolf, who are normally very at ease being n**e, but people removing clothes still makes me anxious as it reminds me of the time or should I say times I was almost assaulted.

First by Chris, and in the wild by numerous rogues who would have if they had been able to capture me.

"Going for a swim" he simply states and shrugs his shoulders while pulling off his shorts too. I relax a little knowing he wasn't intending to r* pe me, but I can't help let out a little warning "just a fair warning.

Don't try any shady business with me, I don't want to go to the dungeons for ripping your balls off".

But I almost regret it immediately when I see the genuine hurt in his eyes and I have to avert my eyes. He goes silent for a minute before speaking up "it breaks my heart thinking of why you feel the need to tell me that. But Lola, goddess, I would never ever in my life do such a vile thing" he pleads with me.

I clear my throat but still won't look him in the eye as I feel slightly guilty now. "I'm sorry." He runs his hands through his hair and walks off towards the water without saying anything.

He seems so genuinely hurt that I really do feel bad now, and I don't know if it is the guilt or if I have lost my marbles suddenly, but I find myself stripping to my underwear as well.