hapter 2 I didnt even know how I managed to leave there . Sitting on a bench by the side of the street , I felt like a soulless shell , completely numb , my mind replaying Nates words over and over . Kate is my mate . Seven years ago , in front of over a thousand pack members , he had knelt on one knee , holding flowers , and asked me to be his mate . We traveled together , stayed up late to watch the sunrise , took couple photos for our phone wallpapers . He made a wish to the moon , even marked me , promising to love only me for life . But as we shared so many moments together , did he secretly harbor feelings for Kate ? These precious memories , which I had once cherished more than anything , now felt like sharp swords , cruelly piercing my heart . And the one holding those swords was the person I loved most . Without my parents , and being a no wolf , I had nothing . Unable to hold back any longer , I broke down in tears , sobbing uncontrollably on the bench . Where is my wolf ? Why havent you shown up ? Passersby stared at me in surprise . The rain poured down in torrents . People rushed to get home , but I had no pack to return to . Suddenly , Nate mind linked me . I was about to answer , but then I remembered what he had said , and without hesitation , I rejected the call . He tried to mind link me again . I rejected him again . Then he called . Finally , I turned off my phone . Chapter 2 1/4 I didnt want to hear his voice . I dont know how much time passed , but then I heard a voice nearby , full of concern . Youre out here in this downpour , and youre not going to find shelter ? What if you catch a cold ? I jolted , realizing the rain wasnt actually soaking me . I slowly looked up , only to find Nate standing beside me , holding an umbrella over my head . Seeing that I was soaked , he looked at me with sorrow in his eyes . Without a word , he took off his jacket and gently draped it over my shoulders , his gaze filled with guilt . Rue , lets go home . I stared at him in shock . At that moment , I truly wished nothing had ever happened . I grabbed his shirt , stood up , and slapped him across the face , screaming with all the pain and anger I could muster , Leave me alone ! I dont want to see you ! Tears mixed with the rainwater , sliding down my face . I shivered , not knowing if it was from the cold or my fury . This was the first time Id ever hit him . Nate turned his face away from the slap , hesitating for a few seconds before slowly turning back to face me . His eyes were slightly red , and his expression was completely lost . He was the Alpha of our pack , the most powerful and proud person in the pack , yet I had slapped him . He looked at me for a moment , then lowered his head , biting his lip , standing there in silence , looking like a child who had done something wrong . I could hear him howl . If I had a wolf , mine would be trembling for offending her Alpha right now . But I didnt have one . And he had failed me . I slapped him again , my tears spilling uncontrollably , as if a dam had burst . Five finger shaped red marks appeared on his face , glaringly vivid . Chanter 2 2/4 I slapped him again . And again . Suddenly , Nate grabbed my wrist , pulling me into his arms , holding me tightly as if he wanted to melt me into his body . Rue , Im sorry , I truly am , but youre not my mate . I waited waiting for you to be my mate , waiting for your wolf to appear but she never did . Im sorry . The umbrella fell to the ground . The heavy rain soaked both of us . His strong , warm body trembled for the first time . Hearing his tearful apologies, my once stone hard heart began to soften . That night , I didnt stay in the same room with him . Perhaps it was because I had cried myself out , but as I lay in bed , the world around me blurred , and I drifted in and out of sleep , unable to tell where the dream ended and reality began . A tall boy in a football jersey suddenly appeared in front of me , holding a football and shouting , Rue , when I become the Alpha of our pack , Ill make you my Luna . His face turned red with shyness , and he couldnt look me in the eye , his voice becoming hoarse with nervousness . His sincere , pure confession made my heart ache , and tears welled up in my eyes , nearly drowning me . T But before I could respond , Nates cold , harsh words suddenly dragged me back to reality . Tomorrow , Im marrying Kate . I hope you dont cause any trouble at the wedding . Thats an order from your Alpha . In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. 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