Rachelle’s POV

There are two reasons why I don't like the whole mating and marking idea.

First, is the strong pull you feel towards the other Person and two is the underlying concept of submission. Completely giving myself and trusting in someone scared me more than I let on. I’ve been broken before. The truth is I’m scared of being broken again.

Adrenaline was coursing through my veins as I took a few hesitant steps toward Everett. The fact that he had taken a shower before coming to the dining room didn't help either. He smelled fresh and clean. Immediately, his scent overcame my senses and I breathed in sharply...