Chapter 175

I woke up a few hours later. My neck was a little itchy; it was probably from his mark. I could feel my mate sleeping next to me, his arms wrapped around me as though to stop me from escaping. I didn't move in hopes not to wake him up. I looked up to him. He was so irresistible with his messy hair and frown. He was the most handsome man I've ever seen, and he was mine. I watched him sleep, his chest rising and falling softly.
And then realization dawned. I had a mate! How was this possible? How could a rogue, a feral wolf, have a mate? I needed to tell my father about it. What would he think? Will he ask me back? My mission was compromised! Fear gripped me from within at the thought of failing my father.
I was too deep in thought to notice he was awake until he caressed my cheeks, and sparks flew through my skin. I met his gaze, and they glistened with love. I felt deep sadness and excitement. We held each other's gaze silently before he spoke,