➸ CHAPTER 7
Archer Black's POV

The brightness of the sun forced me to wake up. I am pissed because I needed sleep. Last night, I couldn't even nap! I couldn't stop thinking about 'Her'.

Kendra.

She still isn't present in school. It's been three days since I rejected her and I honestly don't know what to feel. My wolf constantly blocks me out. I'm guessing he is mad at me.

Anyway, I have been 'hanging out' with a lot of girls lately; trying to distract myself of the grief and guilt that I'm feeling. Though, there is a certain void in my chest. I'm not so sure what it is though. I thought when you reject your mate; you will stop thinking about her well-being. Frankly, I'm wrong.

I got out of bed and showered so I looked and feel fresh. I just put on my normal clothes which consist of black pants, blue shirt, and my brown boots. Feeling confident, I put on my body spray that women seem to love. It's nice to look an feel good.

As I went out, I heard my phone ringing so I answered it.

"Hey, Archer!" I cringed from the loudness of the voice. It was definitely my friend, Sam.

"Hey man, what's up?" I said. Why is he calling me this early?

Being the direct person he is, Sam spoke. "There's a party tomorrow. I think it starts at 7 or 8." Oh really? I would have attended it until Sam's next words made me stop.

"Kendra Martinez is the host of the party. You know, Kenneth's younger sister. He invited us. Are you coming man?" Sam asks.

Well, it's my mate's party. I'm still thinking if I should show up. She hates me so why would I attend her bash?

"I don't know, maybe not I guess." I honestly don't want to see her right now. It would be just awkward and also because my wolf might go crazy if he saw his mate. He misses them badly. My wolf, Axel, surely despises me at the moment.

"What? The king of parties – the one who always parties hard and never misses a single jamboree- will not attend one? Man you suck. Everyone will be there. Even hot girls! It's the talk of the whole school." He exclaimed, sounding exasperated and shocked at the same time. He just does not get it!

"Like I said no. Do not question me about it." I said using my alpha voice. Man, this guy is annoying. He is seriously pushing my buttons.

"Okay! Take a chill pill, Alpha. What crawled up your ass and died this morning?" He said with a chuckle. I growled at his words.

"Would you shut the fuck up? I'm going to school now. See you later when you stop being your infuriating self, man." I ended the call because I don't want to talk to him anymore.

I went straight to the garage and got the keys to my blue Aston Martin one-77. Yes! I can finally drive my baby. I put on my shades and drove off to school.

~*~

Every day in school, people don't usually go inside the classroom once they arrived. They'd be outside of school, staying in the entrance to just chill and communicate with other people. So when I neared my school, all heads gazed at my car. Well what can I say? I'm driving an Aston Martin for Pete's sake. I thank my generous parents for giving me such a pleasant gift.

I then parked my car to its usual parking space.

Once I got out of my Aston Martin, I was greeted by my friends. We all did those bro hugs and I was instantly surrounded by girls. Even without trying, girls circled up to me everywhere I go.

I started talking to them because I could. Though, some of them were kind of annoying and boring. I honestly don't need to hear about shopping details. I wonder what Kendra likes. I never really knew her that well. Hey, I'm just curious. Even though I rejected her, doesn't mean that I hate her. I just don't want her to be my mate. She's just weak! Kendra hasn't even shifted yet. Plus, we aren't in the same social circle. We are from two different worlds.

My wolf, Axel, snarled in my head. "Our mate is not weak. In fact, she is more powerful than you'll ever know." Before I can reply, he has already cut the connection with me. How rude off him to do so.

Then suddenly, I've heard a rumble of a motorcycle engine. The vroom-vroom sound that you hear when someone rides it.

All heads turn to look at a girl who was driving a Ducati motorcycle at a very speedy pace, heading straight to the school's parking lot. She even made a few stunts and tricks that no girl -or guys- would even do. Holy shit! All the guys -even me- were gobsmacked because I never saw a girl who could do that. Not one. It's actually too dangerous. One wrong move could hurt you pretty bad.

When she parked all the guys were staring, waiting in anticipation to reveal her identity. I don't know why but there was hollow feeling in my chest; the unnecessary jealousy creeping over my shoulder.

Weird huh? My wolf was curious as well.

The mystery girl then removed her helmet and the first thing I saw about her is her beautiful, luscious golden locks cascading down her back. Fuck that was hot.

My face burned and my hand itched to caress her hair. I had to boost up my self-control in order to stop myself from going to her direction. I was then hit by that mouth-watering scent that belonged to my mate. Where was she? Never mind that, I don't want her here when there is a beauty in front of me.

Though, the scent of my mate was still crashing over me like a tidal wave, and my wolf was distracted; I couldn't help but look for her.

Where is she?

I still kept searching for her, turning my head frantically. I haven't seen her for three consecutive days and it made my wolf anxious to see her today. But then, my mate's scent leads me to the girl who owns the Ducati. Is she perhaps somewhere there?

I looked a little bit closer to the mystery girl. Somehow, I couldn't take my eyes off of her. She looks a bit like Kendra.

Wait-what? Hold up!

Is she my Mate?

I sniffed the air again just to make sure and I realized that it was radiating off of her.

No it can't be. I didn't recognize her at first but my gut tells me it was her. Holy shit. I was speechless when I found out. Was she this hot all along? How could I not see this beauty? Axel was howling inside of me.

'Because you were busy with other girls, you dumbass.' My wolf snarled.

"Damn!" Sam whistled at Kendra's direction. 'Kill all males who look at our mate with desire.' My wolf released a growl.

I suddenly had the urge to punch Sam's face but if I told him she was mine then people would know she's my mate. I didn't want that to happen. Nobody needs to know about that.

I can't blame him though she was like a goddess right now. I'm pretty sure other girls are looking at her with envy because her beauty in radiant and stunning.

Yes, I admit, she was very beautiful. I could feel myself get stimulated.

Shit! I got to get out of here. I thought.

My mate continued to walk over to meet her friends. She was smiling brightly chatting with them. It looked like nothing bad had happened to her these past few days.

Isn't she supposed to be sad because of the rejection? How come she's doing fine without me?

I absent-mindedly touched my chest for I felt a pang hit it. I wasn't the one that made her happy or smile but was the one who caused her pain.

Oh here come the thoughts again.

Why am I thinking about her again? I should be happy that she's doing fine without me. This is what I wanted, right? Honestly, I don't like her but I'm feeling... Guilty, I guess.

She entered the school and all of the unmated males from my pack -even human boys- were trailing behind her like a lovestruck puppy. Though, I wouldn't call myself a lovestruck puppy 'cause one, I don't fall in love and two, I was certainly no puppy.

I was glaring at all the guys who were looking at her. I don't think I can stand the thought of someone liking, no, loving her. Scared for the fact the she might notice some of the guys here and fall for one of them.

It's not me who doesn't like the thought. It was my wolf. I don't really care about her.

Some girls were throwing her death glares, particularly Brandie's clique. Though, my mate looked like she gave no fucks at all.

Kendra then turned around and we made eye contact. She smirked like she knew something I don't know.

She then grabbed her books from the lockers and proceeded to her next class. I followed her for we have the same classes today.

I'm just curious to why she changed herself so much? I know that she's turning 18 but does she have a boyfriend? Or is she trying to impress someone right now?

I entered the class and saw her sitting beside a British dude named Reese. They were laughing and talking about post hardcore bands. Apparently, they have a lot of things in common.

Please, I know more bands than that dude.

'No need to get jealous. ' Axel stirred. Please, I am not even the slightest bit.

I don't know why I'm even listening to their conversation; I shouldn't even care and bother about her. I should be happy that she's finding a guy.

But my wolf disagrees.

He is currently burning with rage and jealousy. She, flirting with him doesn't really help at all. I tried my best to calm him down but his, and surprisingly -my- rage went up when l heard her say, "Oh My Gosh! Really? I love you man." I glared at her. How could she love someone she just met? Aren't mates supposed to do that?

She's my mate. It even pissed me off more when I heard him call Kendra 'love'. That little shit. I could feel a huge wave of jealousy and possessiveness wash over me.

Well you rejected her.

When class was dismissed, I followed her again. Shit! I'm turning into a stalker. I've noticed throughout the day, that men kept on asking her out on dates but she politely declines. Which bring me back to my old question; does she have a boyfriend now?

Suddenly, I thought of an idea. It might not be the brightest but I did it anyway. So I went to a small broom closet and waited till she passed this corridor.

When I smelled her scent, I grabbed her by the arm and yanked her to the Janitor's closet "Holy shit!" Kendra screamed.

She flipped the switch and the small closet was lightened by the light bulb. "Archer? What the fuck do you think you're doing?" She said looking a bit frightened.

"Stop playing these games. I know what you're doing" I told her.

"What are you talking about?" She asks fluttering her eyelids.

"Just stop it" I said dryly. I don't think I could handle the Jealousy anymore.

"Would you please let me go? I know you rejected me and that's fine. I accepted that. I just want to find someone who will treat me and accept me with respect." She sighed looking tired.

What the fuck? No, no, and no.

"Mine!" I roared. I can't help it. Nobody will have her. Nobody will touch what's mine.

Oh screw you thoughts. The debate is still on going.

Why am I thinking this way? 'Because she is our mate buddy. You really are one bonehead.' My wolf said.

I snorted at his words. 'No, your mate not mine.' I said to our connection. Then her words snapped me back to reality.

"Archer, please, I'm not yours okay? You fucking rejected me now you have got to stop this shit right now!" She shouted like she couldn't take it anymore but I kind of got distracted. I can't help it she looks so fucking hot when she was angry.

I just stayed quiet though; Overthinking things was never good. If I want her to be happy then, I have to let her go because I know I'll be happy as well. I think. I'm not so sure since I always make stupid decisions.

The silence was getting so damn awkward that she opened the door. Kendra looked back at me and said those words that I never thought I'd hear her say, "By the way, I Kendra Valentina Martinez accept your rejection." She then went outside of the closet and didn't even look back.

Suddenly, I fell onto my knees.

Pain was all I felt.

The occurring sensation was excruciatingly painful and the hollow void inside my chest spread out to my body; as a result, I felt numb.

Heart ache is all I felt since the moment she shut the door behind her. I clutched my chest. Hoping this would stop and soothe the pain. I never felt this way before. I'd rather be punched multiple times and it still wouldn't compare to the discomfort that I'm feeling at the moment.

This, right now was intense. Is this the agony that she felt when I rejected her? Because it hurts more than the rage and possessiveness I felt when someone tried to flirt with her or ask her out. I tried to control the sting and managed to get up after a few tries.

I went out of the closet to bump into someone. It was Kenneth. I was still breathing heavily and was still in pain.

Oh no. Not another Martinez. I thought.

"You! How could you?" He shouted as he sent a jab to my face, and then my stomach. "That's low, Archer."

I do deserve it for being an asshole to his little sister. I'm guessing Kendra told him. I never meant to hurt her. I just don't want a mate. 'Yeah keep telling yourself that.' My wolf said teasingly. 'Shut up will you.' I sneered to him. He is definitely not helping with the situation right now. He's actually in Kenneth's side and wouldn't mind the beating since he is part of me.

I tried to answer,

"You can't possibly expect her to be Alpha female! She's too weak; not good enough to be made Luna of the pack!" I snarled. He was my best friend but friend or not, no one disrespects an Alpha so I punched him in the stomach as well.

"You bastard!" He roared and lunged at me.

"I can't believe you would do this to her. She has been your childhood friend. The moon goddess designed one mate for us ad you're lucky you found yours but rejecting her is like a slap to all of the unmated male's face." He said glaring at me.

'I agree with him.' Axel stirred. Would you shut up? He's so damn annoying.

"Alpha or not, nobody, and I mean nobody hurts my sister." He barked and backed away.

"I'm sorry." I said but he didn't accept it and just walked away.

~*~

       I went to the cafeteria to find my table. I saw my friends too, but Kenneth was there glaring at me. I didn't greet them, just sat down and told some girl to get my food. She hurriedly stood up to get my lunch. "Dude! What the fuck happened to you?" Sam asks. I didn't reply and just looked straight at Kenneth.

Well this asshole beat me up.

I heard a laugh.

I broke eye contact with him and took a look at Kendra's direction.

She was currently chatting up with her friends and is that one of my pack warriors? Mason Redford and Scott Anderson?

Kendra and Scott were visibly whispering to each other and I was curious to what they were saying. If anyone took a look at them, they'd think they were lovers.

Suddenly, he placed an arm around her. What? Is he her new boyfriend now? Did I mention that, that simple action wanted me rip his arm off. Oh shit. Not again.

I slammed my fist on the table when I heard him call her 'babe'. I was probably seething by now.

Scott and I made eye contact for a few seconds and what pissed me off was that he arrogantly smirked at me.

Smirked! I had this solid urge to punch that sign of arrogance off of his face.

Kendra and I, then made eye contact but her attention was snagged by Scott when that idiot pulled her to his lap. That bastard, Is he really trying to get a death wish? I thought.

My wolf was agreeing with me but what put me off was when she kissed him on the cheeks. Kissed! She made the first move. My wolf whimpered at first but snarled at her action.

Oh hell -to the fucking- no.

I growled.

No more Mr. nice guy. I don't give a fuck if there were humans watching and the fact that they heard the rumble.

I got out of the table and my feet carried me over to them. Just wanting to grab Kendra from Scott's arms and carry her caveman style. I wanted to bring her home and tumble in bed with her senseless, but I realized that I rejected her and she hates me. My pride got in the way as well. Instead of going to them, I went outside of school grounds and ran to the forest.

I shifted into my wolf and I don't give a fuck if my clothes were shredded. All I thought was that I needed to calm down and sort my shit out.

So I ran and ran and took all of my anger out on the trees.

~*~

      When I calmed down, I returned to my house and showered because I was sweaty when I ran. Besides, school was over an hour ago. I lay on my bed thinking what would have happened if I never rejected her.

Mate.
Alpha position.
Love.
Kids.
Family.
Happiness.

I think I am starting to realize that I want this. I mean who wouldn't?

I realized that I fucked up big time; that I made a huge mistake.

'Yeah you did you stupid human and it took you a long time to figure it out.' My wolf annoyingly communicated. He seriously was not helping. 'Anyway, I told you, you'll regret your actions.'

Fuck this shit!

I think I want her back.

I'm not sure but I'll find out tomorrow at her party. I got my phone on the side table and dialled Sam's number.

He picked up the phone and I said,

"Sam, change of plans. I'm going to the Kendra's party tomorrow."

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A U T H O R' S   N O T E 💖

Hello mates! How are you guys? I am so damn happy. (My team won in our cheer dance competition) Anyway, here you go, another chapter updated. At least Archer somewhat realizes what he's missing on. Thank you for reading this book.

I have another werewolf story that you might enjoy. It's entitled,
'D i s t a n t'
I'm pretty sure you guys will like it so please give that story a chance! It would mean the world to me.

Xoxo
-Hannah ♡

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