Chapter 58: PRIMAL CONNECTION

Edeline Once we reached the house, I shifted back and rushed around to the back deck, where we kept spare clothes for emergencies. I quickly threw on a hoodie and basketball shorts, feeling a bit of relief as I tucked the box into my front pocket. I pulled out the necklace and settled onto the top step of the back porch. The full moon bathed the intricate pattern of the locket in silver light, and I could clearly see the anchor at its center. I ran my fingers over the surface, lost in thought... Why did he say he loved me? Why now? Meeting him a few times might not have been the best decision, but I already knew that. I knew getting attached would only lead to more heartache, but the allure of self-inflicted pain was irresistible. Hanging out with a buddy... it was complicated to describe. I’d always wondered why some wolves chose to reject their mate by mating with others. It wasn’t just a simple rejection; it felt like a deep, almost primal connection to the original partner. Even af