Chapter 231
Gavin : Sorry I couldnt come over last night .
Id like to see you tonight though .
Dinner tonight ? I couldnt help the smile that lit up my face .
I pressed the reply button and typed out my own message .
Me : That sounds great ! I pressed send and then I quickly got out of bed .
I didnt bother changing out of my pajamas as I left my room and went down the stairs and towards the kitchen .
My stomach was growling considering I hadnt eaten last night .
I hoped Chester was well enough to cook breakfast ; if not , I guess Ill just have to cook it myself .
I was honestly surprised when I saw him hard at work in the kitchen .
There was no one else with him though .
I glanced around the kitchen , wondering where the kitchen adds were but when I didnt see them , my eyes found Chesters .
He had paused his movements behind the counter , and I could see that he was contemplating asking me something , but then he changed his mind and turned his attention back to what he was doing .
Where is everybody ? I asked as I walked towards the breakfast nook and took a seat .
I told them I wanted some space today and to take the day off , he told me , without even glancing in my direction .
I watched him as he moved effortlessly around the kitchen Is everything okay ? I asked , raising my brows at him .
He finished plating the food and then he slid it across the counter and in my direction .
He was quiet as he walked over to the coffee pot and started to pour some into a mug for me .
At first , I didnt think he was going to answer my question .
But then he brought me the coffee , along with the sweeteners and cream , and he leaned against the counter , looking defeated .
Can I ask you a question ? He asked .
I nodded and started to sweeten my coffee and poor cream into the black elixir .
Of course , I answered .
I was honestly just glad that someone was at least talking to me .
I would answer any question he had for me at this point .
Youre 20 , right ? he asked .
I glanced up at him and nodded .
Yes , I answered .
Why ? Usually , people find their mates at the age of 18 , he murmured .
I held up my hand to stop him .
Thats a myth , I told him .
You can find your mate at any stage of life .
It doesnt have ot be at 18.
How old is too old ? I furrowed my brows .
I dont believe there is such a thing as too old , I told him But 35 ? He asked .
Chapter 231
1 took a sip of my coffee , eyeing him carefully over the rim before I set the coffee mug down .
I licked my lips and picked up my fork .
Chester made the worlds fluffiest pancakes and the most delicious bacon I had ever seen .
My mouth was watering at the sight of the food .
Thats not very old , I told him .
And as I said , you can find your mate at any age .
He was quiet for a moment longer and I took that as an opportunity to start eating .
I nearly moaned as the flavors burst in my mouth , and it made him chuckle and shake his head .
It was good to see him smiling after yesterday , even if it was brief .
I picked up my coffee to take another sip .
Have you ever found yours ? He suddenly asked , making me choke and gag on the coffee .
I spit some onto the counter without meaning to and it made him jump back .
He quickly grabbed some napkins to wipe the spill .
Are you okay ? Yeah , I said between coughs .
Im fine .
Just took me by surprise is all … He looked at me sheepishly as he threw the napkins away .
Sorry , he murmured .
I shook my head and waved off his apology .
Dont be , its okay , I told him as I settled myself back down .
I took a deep breath and met his eyes ; I didnt want to lie to him .
Besides , it didnt matter anymore .
The cat was out of the bag … Irene knew the truth and she was honestly the only one I didnt want to know about this .
Chester lived in this mansion , which meant he saw almost everything .
He knew about my relationship with Gavin , so didnt matter if he knew even more details .
Yes … I finally answered .
He glanced up at me with a frownL What ? I found my mate , I told him .
When I was 18.
I had known him for a long time prior and admittedly , Ive always had a little crush on him throughout our childhood .
We are from the same pack … so we were always around each other .
When I turned 18 we discovered that we were mates and then he marked me almost right away .
I brushed the hair away from my neck to show him my mark and he gasped when he saw .
Youve been marked ? He asked , his eyes wide with horror .
I nodded and sighed .
H Yes , I replied out loud .
I stared down at my plate , a wave of sadness washing over me .
We were supposed to get married .
So , why didnt you ? He asked .
What happened ? 1 bit my lower lip , remaining quiet for a moment , and then looked up at him .
He left me for Gavns daughter .