Hearts On Fire
Chapter 15:

In Amaya’s head: I felt happy like a little child when I realized Azar was entering the house. Even though I was hurt by him, I missed him and longed for the moment of seeing him again. Without giving it a second thought I ran towards him and there he was as handsome as ever with his dark black eyes but he wasn't alone. Like someone punched me in the stomach, I felt sick. I caught myself gasping for air. There was a girl in front of him obviously interested in him, not hiding for a second that she's flirting with him and he didn't seem to mind it at all. Then, like the last nail in my coffin, she kissed him on the cheek. He didn't react to it at all but he didn't push her away either. What the hell is he doing? Is it possible he found someone else while he was gone? It doesn't make sense. If you wanted to bring someone else to the house to take my place the least he can do is tell someone that I could leave. I knew he saw me. Even if he didn't catch my scent even before I came. My emotions were so mixed. I wanted to scream, cry and yell at him. How dare he humiliate me like this? I won’t give him the pleasure of it if he's doing it on purpose.

Amaya: “I see that the big bad wolf is back. How lovely of you to honor us with your presence. Almighty alpha. Tell me…how was your journey? Do you maybe want me to prepare a room for you and the lovely lady?”

Azar: “Doll? Do you really think I didn't notice you? I could catch your scent as soon as I entered the house.”

Christine: “Who is this human?”

Amaya: “That, my darling, depends on who you are.”

Saul: “I'm here. Sorry, I took the back entrance. Wow, Azar, I didn't know you have such a beautiful woman in the house.”

Azar: “She's my mate!!”

Saul: “I apologize.”

Amaya: “No need to apologize. He has issues.”

Azar: “Doll, could you please go and wait for me in my room. I'll be there in a minute.”

Amaya: “Oh, no. Wouldn't that be rude of me? I should make sure our guests are comfortable. I'm Amaya, pleasure to meet you.”

Saul: “I’m Saul, the future Alpha of the River pack and the pleasure is all mine.”

Azar: “SAUL I’M WARNING YOU!! AMAYA…MY ROOM NOW!!”

Amaya: “I love how you think you can boss me around like that. Either way, I'm really not in the mood for your screaming. Well, Saul…welcome to the house. We’ll have plenty of time to get to know each other better.”

In Amaya’s head: An eye for an eye. Tooth for a tooth.

Christine: “So this is your mate?”

Azar: “Yes. you know why you and your brother are here. I'm just doing a favor to your pack to help you with training. You need to know your place. Stop trying to flirt with me and most certainly don't kiss me ever again. You, Saul!! Don't even dare think about coming close to my mate. You won’t make it out alive if you do. Now that we cleared that up, I'll show you guys to your room. I don't want my mate to wait for me too long.”

Saul: “Mhm.”

In Amaya’s head: It took me the last bit of my strength to put on a mask and pretend that I'm fine. Who the hell is that girl? I'm sure there's an explanation behind why she's here since she's not the only one that arrived with Azar. But it couldn't stop my tears from falling. I promised myself long ago that I'll never be weak again and here I am breaking all over again. Hurt more than ever.

Azar: “Please don't cry.”

Amaya: “I'm not crying.”

Azar: “Do you know how much I missed you? I couldn't breathe while I was gone…not having you near me.”

Amaya: “Then why did you leave me?”

Azar: “You were right all along. I was stupid and a coward. I shouldn't have left.”

Amaya: “Seems like you had great company.”

Azar: “I'm sorry, I know how wrong it looked but I swear, I wasn't paying attention to her at all. I sensed you coming and when I saw you, I was completely mesmerized by you. I'm sorry I didn't push her away. we never had anything between us and we never will. Saul and Christine are here only for training. They'll stay here for a few weeks and that's it. I'm sorry for everything. Please forgive me.”

Amaya: “I really don't know what to think anymore.”

Azar: “I understand.”

Amaya: “I need some alone time, please.”

Azar: “But I just got back.”

Amaya: “So now you can stand being around me?”

Azar: “The only thing I know is that I never wanna be without you again…not even for a second. Let me kiss you. please, I need to feel your lips on mine again.”

Amaya: “You need to tell me something first. As I can't deal with that hot and cold game anymore. You need to be sure that you're not gonna give up on me again.”

Azar: “I never gave up on you but I know what you're saying. We’re in this together and we’ll work this out together. Now the only question is if you can forgive me?”

Amaya: “I needed you. I just wanted you to hold me.”

Azar: “I'll make it up to you, I promise. I'll hold you for the rest of my life. (they kiss). I missed you so much. There wasn't a single second of the day that I didn't think of you.”

Amaya: “I missed you too but don't think this means that you're forgiven.”

Azar: “I know.”

Amaya: “And you yelled at me.”

Azar: “I'm sorry, I got jealous. You know I can't stand other men looking at you like that.”

Amaya: “You should’ve thought about it before letting her kiss you. I could’ve done a lot worse than what you've done.”

Azar: “I know. Please don't do it again.”

Amaya: “Don't provoke me and you should be fine. (Azar growls)”

In Azar’s head: After our reunion, I couldn't be happier. I know Amaya is a stubborn person and I'm far from forgiven but I'm glad she's willing to listen to me and clear the misunderstanding about Christine. I could see that us being a part took a toll on her. My little mate looked so exhausted and she for sure lost weight. It wasn't long before she started falling asleep in my arms and I was there to hold her. Like she asked me to, her pain broke me knowing I'm the one that caused it but I hope I'll be able to make things right with her. As soon as I entered my house, I was completely captivated by her sweet scent. It looked like her heat had calmed down. It was still present but not as much as it was when I left. While I was visiting all the other packs I tried searching for answers. Yes, this is definitely the first time for a wolf like me to have a human mate. There are all sorts of hybrids and it’s not unusual for us to have a vampire or some other being as a mate…but not a human. That rose more questions. We know for sure that her parents and brother are wolves, is it possible she's one too? There was a theory about it but I don't know, I don't quite believe in it. My mother couldn't shift until she met my dad and she could feel her wolf through the years and Amaya doesn't. What I know is that she can't be a vampire. Most of the theories led me to a dead end. What are you, doll? The only thing I realized is that whatever she is, we’re mates for a reason. Like she told me before I left…that means we’re destined for each other and I'm destined to mark her. I thought it out of fear and I can't say that, that fear of the unknown past completely but I need to have faith. If my fire didn't hurt her…putting my mark on her probably won't either? Probably. At least all of this wasn't in vain. I'm more in control over myself now. Being apart from her taught me that. My wolf was always impulsive and now he’s the one to guide me and calm me. He wants us to complete the bond but he's actually at his best behavior. Sure, that didn't apply to the part where we saw Saul looking at Amaya like that. Both of us were more than ready to end him. We’ll take things slow and see where it will lead us. We’re together again and that's all that matters. Today I need to start training again. Hopefully Amaya won't wake up until I'm finished.

Azar: “Sleep tight, my little flame. I'll be back as fast as I can.”

In Amaya’s head: Where’s Azar? I don't even remember what happened last night. My body betrayed me and I guess I just fell asleep. I felt so more relaxed when he came to see me. Like all the weight fell from my chest. I was so confused. I didn't know what to think anymore but I decided to follow my heart and my heart wanted Azar. But where is he?! He was supposed to be here with me. I swear if I see him with that purple bitch I'll end them both. I don't care if she's here only for training. Maybe he left and went to the woods…without me?! So much about being in all of this together. Where are they?!

Jake: “What do we have here?”

Amaya: “Let me pass.”

Jake: “I don't think so.”

Luke: “Going somewhere?”

Amaya: “What do you want from me?”

Jake: “Payback.”