Denied by Destiny: Trapped in the Shadows of the Mate Bond

Chapter 0364

- Knox ~

I should have known a quiet drive in the country lanes would be off the cards now. Hector was already waiting by my cycle when I came back downstairs, his warriors already assembled and waiting.

At least he agreed to me driving Josie just the two of us. I didn't fancy a back full of warriors cramping our style and I just knew taking the motorbike would create more anxiety to a father that was looking out for his daughter.

So I didn't make a big deal of him changing my plans either, at least I could talk to her over a romantic dinner. Or so I had hoped.

She's one of the most confident people I have ever met, so why was she acting so nervous.

The restaurant was cute, if a little overcrowded. It was clearly a popular place and I can see why. The bar area alone had a vibrant display of hanging flowers that a lot of human women were huddled under, taking selfies with cocktails in their hands. Josie's eyes kept moving either side of her and I just knew it had to be the extra security. They did stick out...especially as most of the clientele here were humans. It made us look as if we were famous.

were whispered...this is a first for both of us. A first date together, and I'll be damned if I let Hector's

"Where are you going?"

detail." I lean into her before I kick my chair out. Even leaving her now took a lot

the first time...well except for the car journey but it's not like I could pull over and claim her...not when the bloody

up at me, her shoulders already relaxing at the mention of less security. She was right,

restaurant. Them being here made more of a thing, than if they

over, I'll have a beer." I call back to her as I move towards the warrior heading up tonight's operation. I mean they were trying to blend in, but failing miserably...Hector had sent too many, one

shifted for the first time today....a lot was happening with Josie right now and just the idea of her being hurt again makes my chest tighten. Makes the air catch in the back

he was insulting my skills in protecting her...but

unlike Hector, knew the life after loss...and

they were all dressed the same... black on black. "You've got to fall back...or half the number." I state to the warrior

orders." His eyes continue to