#Chapter 124 Preparing

Anila’s POV My eyes wandered over to Damien periodically as he stood in the center of the dining hall with Sarah. It seemed as if my eyes had a mind of their own because I couldn't bring myself to look away. I wondered how long he had been there before I noticed. I was so busy talking with my friends that I didn’t pick up on his scent right away. Damien’s face went from stoic to a softer expression within minutes. Sarah’s face turned a slight shade of red like she was embarrassed and upset. He put a hand on her shoulder, making my inner animals stir like crazy. I felt uneasy about it too, not wanting to see my mate with another woman. Whatever Damien had said to her made a smile appear on her lips and she gave him a curt nod. He nodded as well and then pointed at an unoccupied table. Sarah tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and sauntered over to the empty table while Damien went to the lunch line alone. “Earth to Anila,” Penny said, waving her hand in front of my