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

Chapter 0413

- Josie -

Of course he would be here, members of the Clear Waters pack were also invited, leaving only a select few behind to keep any eye on the borders.

This was a pack party on both sides after all.

The celebrations were in full swing. Music played by a live performer and back up band, a full spread of food for guests to help themselves, tables dressed in keeping with the beach theme and a bar...which was incredibly busy. The night was going to be one to remember. I can feel him watching me, feel his intense gaze but I'm looking for my mate instead, who I find battling his way at the bar.

I had nothing to say to George, we were nothing. I can't believe I was willing to live a half life with him when I can now see a full life with Kit. I didn't just have to survive anymore I would be thriving.

I had nothing to say to him and perhaps him watching me walk to Kit will make him see that I have no interest in him any more.

come to my ex's parent's wedding, I would have remained and guarded the borders. But maybe that's the difference between the two of us. He knows how to test limits...usually

my way to avoid him, moving through the crowd of guests as I make my way

aside for me. I roll my eyes, but can't help the way my stomach dips at his possessiveness and protectiveness. His hands wrap around me, enveloping his muscular arms and frame around me before he breathes in

his hands move down to

needed this, I had been on edge expecting Mum to bolt

guest being here, I

you're so tense.

relaxing my shoulders. Kit was right, everything was perfect. George wouldn't cause any issues tonight,

music hushes as both Mum and Dad are welcomed onto the dance floor for their first dance as a newly married couple. I watch in awe as Dad twirls her, dips her...kisses her upon her collarbone, much to the cheer of the surrounding audience. They were perfection.

a beer in hand laughing with their group of friends. I head over, intrigued as to what they were discussing

she bravely walks over to the cackling group of lads, her hair tied up on a bun, her back open with a dark navy dress that makes her look older

for Jace, his eyes are on her, watching her