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Jake squeezed my hand. I saw his worry and offered a reassuring smile and motioned him to lower his head. He did, and I kissed his cheek. Turning away, my ears flushed. Out wolves snuggle close together, a silent understanding passing between us. The bond is an undeniable connection that went beyond words.
Grant saw this, feeling conflicted. He found that I was really happy with Jake. My wolf recognized Jake as its true mate, and it had claimed him, just as his wolf had claimed me.
I accepted Jake, willingly spending time with him. Unlike my last relationship, this was a two–way street. I’d moved on and found my mate, while he remained stuck in the past.
Wanda, in her heavy dress, approached. She saw me talking to Jake intimately. It was like Jake and I were the happy couple getting married.
Suppressing the jealousy, Wanda forced a smile.“Grant, it’s almost time. You should
She pushed his wheelchair, but his gaze lingered on us.
get ready.”
Grant didn’t know if this would be his last time seeing me. He knew that we were officially done. He looked at his legs and scarred hand.
He felt utterly defeated. Even without this wedding, even if I hadn’t married another I
guy, wouldn’t want a disabled man, would I? Not to mention how can he compare to her destined mate?
He lowered his head, unable to face me.
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