Chapter 6

Number 42’s POV

I spent a little longer by the pool after Nate and his men had gone, before seeking solace in the cave that we had claimed as our own. I sat in the cave entrance, hunched over with my knees hugged securely behind my arms embrace, staring forlornly at the path that his broad form had disappeared down.

I hadn’t realized that I had settled within another’s territory. There were no scent markings on our frequent wanderings nor had we previously happened upon patrols in this area. The seclusion was why we stayed.

I longed to smell his comforting scent again, the scent that brought a promise of comfort and home.

My wolf whimpered sadly inside me.

‘I have no doubts that he will return, yet I feel as though I am grieving. I’m not certain, but I think he may be our mate.’ She whined sadly.

“I understand. I feel a connection to the man without knowing him fully but if I’m honest? I’m scared. We have only just regained our freedom. I d