*Noah*
Wait… what?
My mind was filled with questions. Zara ran into me, but also her mate? Or did she mean I was her mate? My heart fluttered with excitement. Could what I was hoping for be true?
Gazing into her eyes, I saw a mixture of love and disappointment there. I wondered why she would be disappointed, unless I really was her mate, but for some reason, couldn’t remember.
“Can you explain what you mean?” I asked gently, wanting to understand. “You ran into both of us, or do you mean… I’m your mate?”
“You’re my mate, Noah.”
I gasped, feeling elation rush through me. The widest grin spread on my face as I let out a joyous laugh, covering my face and shuddering with emotion for a moment.
When I calmed down, I took a deep breath. “This is amazing news,” I said breathlessly. “Zara, I’ve felt drawn to you ever since we met.”
I noted the relief and surprise on her face. Tears began to trickle down her cheeks, which I reached over and gently wiped away.
