Chapter39:

Jasmine woke up to the sound of Clara calling her name. She slowly sat up, rubbing the sleep from her eyes. "Clara?" She asked, her voice hoarse. Clara greeted her with a warm smile. "Good morning, Jasmine.'' "Good morning." Jasmine replied, she looked around the room and noticed that Nicolai wasn't there.  "The Alpha has already left for work. He's arranged for the Beta, Kent, to escort you to your therapist's appointment today." ''He's not taking me?" Jasmine asked, feeling a pang of disappointment. Clara's expression was sympathetic. "I'm afraid not, Jasmine. But the beta will be here shortly to take you to your appointment." Memories of the previous night's events flooded Jasmine's mind. She recalled the kiss she shared with Nicolai, and wondered if that had something to do with his sudden change of plans. She pushed the thoughts aside, assuming he must have had something important to attend to. Clara's concerned voice broke into Jasmine's thoughts. "Jasmine, are you okay?" Jasmine