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My Human
Chapter 125
Tessa’s POV
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The candlelight flickered softly between us as the waiter approached, his polished demeanor a quiet contrast to the world we’d left behind.
Kane glanced up, his sharp eyes already scanning the drink list. I watched him with a smile tugging at my lips, the way he moved so naturally in these moments- calm, confident, protective.
“I think we should start with cocktails,” Kane said smoothly, his voice low and warm. “Something special.”
The waiter nodded and took our orders before retreating, leaving us alone again in the delicate stillness of the night. Kane’s gaze met mine, and there was a sparkle in his eyes- something that made my heart skip.
“Remember,” he said, voice a little softer now, “the very first time I ordered you a cocktail?”
I blinked, caught off guard by the sudden memory. It was one of those rare precious moments from the facility days- almost surreal in contrast to everything else that had happened. 1
“Yes,” I whispered, the image rushing back unbidden. “We weren’t even supposed to have alcohol!” I giggled, as he smiled and shrugged.
“I still can’t believe you even progressed to the date after the way we met! I reminded, as Kane’s amused eyes stared over at me as I spoke.
The sterile gym hall, the rough wooden floor beneath my bare feet, my clothes torn and my skin bruised from the bullies who’d cornered me like a trapped animal seconds before the alarm…
I could still feel the sting of their blows, the weight of hopelessness pressing down on me that none of the males would ever look twice at me…
But he did.
“I was standing there- disheveled, scared, and more broken than I wanted anyone to see,” I added, a small laugh escaping me, bitter and soft.
“You came out of nowhere, like a shadow that didn’t belong, and spoke to me. It was the first time I’d felt… seen. Not just another girl fighting
for the spotlight.” I admit.
Kane’s smile deepened, the kind that reached his eyes and softened the edges of his usually fierce expression. “I knew the moment I saw you,
Tessa. You weren’t like the others- the carbon copies they tried to shape you into. You were real. Raw. Strong in a way they couldn’t break
considering you still showed up after what they did to you. I was curious and had to know more about you…” Kane’s words melt in to me like a
soothing balm, with zero regrets in his tone for that day.
My chest tightened with a rush of emotion. I’d never heard him say that before- not so openly, not so plainly. “I was so grateful,” I said, my voice trembling slightly. “You gave me a chance when everyone else just pushed me down. At first, all I wanted was to end up at the same pack as Erin, but after that… I realised you were the perfect male for me… I wanted to stay there with you.”
“I didn’t just believe in you,” he said quietly, leaning closer, his gaze steady and unwavering. “From that day on, I wanted you. Not just because you were different, but because you were you. I liked how timid you were at first, before you grew more comfortable around me realising I
wouldn’t bite off your head!” He sniggers, as I laugh too.
I was so terrified of him in the early days and now, we held a mutual understanding that he would never hurt me.
The warmth in his eyes made my breath hitch. It was more than attraction it was recognition, a promise woven into the quiet strength of his
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My heart pranded fiercely, the idea both thrilling and terrifying. The mating process was more than ritual- it was a sacred bond, a promise of byalty and protection that went beyond words.
I reached out, resting my hand over his. ‘I want that too,‘ I said softly, with all my heart.”
He smiled then, a slow, genuine curve of his lips that lit up his entire face. Good,” he murmured. “Because tonight, we start the next chapter.”
The waiter returned, setting down our cocktails- rich, fragrant, and vibrant- echoes of that very first drink he had given me.
I took a tentative sip, the flavors blooming on my tongue, and felt a flicker of hope ignite deep inside me.
This night wasn’t just a break from the fight. It was a promise. A chance for us to find something beautiful.
And for the first time in a long time, I believed we could.
So, I said softly, what made you decide tonight was the night to… to take that step? To complete the mating?”
He smiled, but there was a flicker of seriousness beneath it. “Because we’ve been through hell and back, Tessa. We survived things most people couldn’t even imagine. And through it all, you’ve been by my side. I’ve seen your strength. Your heart. I want to make sure no one can ever take
you from me again.”
His fingers brushed lightly over mine, sending warmth through my veins. The bond we form tonight isn’t just about me claiming you as mine- it’s about protecting you, giving you a place where you’re safe and loved no matter what happens.”
I swallowed hard, the weight of his words sinking deep. It was terrifying, yes- but it was also exactly what I wanted.
A place to belong forever.
A future I could hold onto, even when the world was crumbling around us,
I’ve never felt… normal,‘ I admitted, voice trembling just a little. ‘Like I don’t fit anywhere. But with you, I feel like maybe I can.”
His eyes softened, and he squeezed my hand gently. “You do fit. You fit perfectly. You’re not just the one I chose- you’re the one I need.”
For a moment, we just sat there, the hum of quiet conversation around us fading into the background.
“What happens after tonight?” I asked, curious but afraid.
He leaned back, thoughtful. “We build something stronger. We face whatever’s coming together. No more running, no more hiding. I’ll go back, I’ll take down the council and then…” His voice dropped lower, almost a whisper, ‘one day, children, a family. The kind of life we both
deserve.”
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
