Chapter 116. I’m Alive

“So, how are you doing?” he asked softly, gazing into my eyes.

“I’m fine,” I told him honestly. 

Did he raise his eyebrows at me, “Really? Because it looks like you’re hiding something from me.” He chuckled softly and shook his head.

“Well, maybe you should tell me, just in case. You might want to think about it,” he suggested. 

I sighed, glancing at the ground. “Jake, you already know how I feel about the pack. When did they find out? Was it that bad?” He sighed and stopped walking, turning to face me.

“No! Of course not!” He placed both his hands on my hips. “I was worried sick about you. After what happened last year, I knew that it wouldn’t take long until the whole town started hating me. Everyone hates me because of what my father has done to them, so naturally I assumed they’d hate me too. But I guess I was wrong.” I bit my lip, staring at the ground.

“That’s not fair,” I mumbled under my breath. I looked up at Jake.

“Don’t