Chapter 7 I can still hear the sickening squelch of flesh tearing apart , the image of Enochs blood covered hand pulling at the rogues throat replaying on a loop in my mind . My hands wont stop trembling The rogues body is gone now , dragged away by park warriors who looked just as disturbed as I feel Kallias stormed off after barking orders , but I couldnt care less about him . My focus is on the man no , the thing thats still standing in front of me . Enoch Hes holding one of my shirts , using it as a napkin to wipe the blood off his hands . My clean laundry . The one chore 1 actually had under control today . He doesnt look bothered . In fact , he looks like he just discovered a fun new game . His green eyes flick to me , and he tilts his head slightly , the way a dog does when it doesnt understand why youre upset . He leans his head forward , eyes hopeful like a golden retriever waiting for a treat . Pat , he says softly . Good ? 1 blink , my brain short circuiting . The guy is covered in gore , smiling like he just won a prize , and now he wants a freaking head pat ? Enoch , I start , my voice shaking as I push myself up on my elbows . You just- I stop , because I dont even know where to begin . Murdered a rogue ? Saved me ? Traumatized me ? His smile falters when I dont respond , and my chest tightens at the slight droop in his shoulders . Youre asking if that was good ? He nods again , smiling like hes waiting for a gold star . The sight of that smile the same one he wore when he tore out the rogues throat makes my stomach churn . I step back , my foot slipping on the wet grass , and 1 fall hard on my ass . Of course , I do , Enoch crouches down in front of me , his massive frame somehow looking both intimidating and harmless at the same time . His green eyes lock onto mine , and his smile falters when he sees the tears I didnt realize were streaming down my face . Bad ? he asks , his brows knitting together in confusion . I shake my head , unable to form words , He reaches out , his blood streaked fingers hovering near my face before pulling back , not sure if hes allowed to touch me . Sorry , he says , his voice barely above a whisper . That one word breaks something inside me . I let out a shaky laugh , though it sounds more like a sob . Youre sorry ? I say , my voice trembling . You just … you killed at wolf with your bare hands , and youre sorry ? He nods again , his expression earnest . 1/5 Chapter 7 Idont know whether to scream or hve him Oh , for fuckuotr . Okay , okay . I mutter , reaching out hesitantly . My hard hovers over his head and huhulish Ba I swear he bis Finally , I give in , placing my palm lightly on his hair til jeton ne getting killed ble my were barely inne me I meble , audible . His entire face lights up like I just handed him the moon . Good , he echoes , leaning into my touch . His hair is surprisingly soft despite the ordered as his temple and 1 have to fight the urge to jerk my hand away This is weird Beyond weird . But its also not the worst feeling in the world ? No. Not going there . Alright , thats enough , I say quickly , pulling my hand back . I scoot away from him , trying to put some distance between us , but he follows , crawling forward on his knees like hes afraid Ill disappear if he doesnt ing Stay , he pleads . I freeze , my stomach twisting , Im not going anywhere , I say softly . But you I gesture vaguely at the blood smearing his arms and chest . You need to clean up . Like , now . Enoch doesnt seem to notice or care . Hes focused entirely on me , like the rest of the world doesnt exist . Whispers ripple behind us like ripples in a pond . Everyones talking , but none of them know the truth . The Omegas who stumbled upon the aftermath have already convinced themselves it was Kallias who killed the rogue . That rogues dead ? Kallias mustve done it . Hes so strong so cool . I want to roll my eyes , but I dont even have the energy . Of course , theyd assume it was Kallias . Sure , because he wasnt the one elbow deep in blood and guts Enoch pulled out from that corpse . Kallias finally shakes himself out of his daze , barking orders at the pack warriors behind him . Make sure to investigate the body . He voices out more orders and the warriors snap to action , dragging the rogues mangled corpse toward the treeline . The sight makes my stomach churn again , but I cant look away . Im still sitting on the ground , my legs too wobbly to trust , when Kallias turns to me . Theres something almost human in his eyes concern , maybe , But then that would be impossible . Its Kallias , after all . Taryn- he starts , but he doesnt get any further . Enoch moves before Kallias can take another step toward me . Hes a blur of muscle and blood , standing up in front of me as though some kind of shield . 275 11:40 Sat , 15 Mar Chapter 7 Mine , Enoch says quietly steady but full of warning . Kallias stops dead , his jaw tightening . What do you mean mine ? Move , Kallias snaps , I need to check on my mate But Enoch doesnt move . His eyes narrow , his shoulders squaring as he stands to his full height . Ive never seen Kallias hesitate before , but now he does . His gaze flicks between me and Enoch , frustration tightening his features . You Kallias wasnt able to continue his words as Enoch steps forward . Not just steps blocks . His massive frame cuts Kallias off entirely , and then all of a sudden , without so much as a warning . Enoch turns back to me , scooping me up like I weigh nothing . What the hell ? I yelp , squirming in his arms . Put me down ! Enoch doesnt even blink . Taryn is scared . I freeze , staring up at him . His face is blank , but his eyes are focused on mine , trying to figure out if he did the right thing . Im not scared , I lie , my voice quieter now , He tilts his head , totally unconvinced . I sigh , giving up the fight . But I can walk , you know . You are safe , he mutters , as if thats explanation enough , and starts walking toward the pack house . The murmurs grow louder as we pass , every pair of eyes glued to us . I can feel my face heating up , but Enoch doesnt seem to notice or care . His focus stays entirely on me , his grip firm but not uncomfortable . When I dare to glance back , Kallas is still standing there , his hands clenched into fists at his sides . His expression is unreadable , but something about the way he looks at me makes my stomach twist . Regret ? Guilt ? Whatever it is , I dont have time f Enoch carries me all the way to my room without a single complaint , his silence oddly comforting . But when we get there , my sense of relief is immediately replaced by horror . So much blood . Its smeared steps on my floor , on my sheets , on the edges of the doorframe where his hands must have brushed Enoch ! I snap , wriggling out of his arms . He sets me down gently , his brows furrowing at my tone . Youre covered in blood ! Youve ruined my room ! He looks down at himself , then back at me , tilting his head again like hes trying to figure out what Im so upset about . Okay , you need to wash up , I say , pointing to the tiny adjoining bathroom Wash , he repeats , his voice soft . 3175 40 Sat , 15 Mar A Chapter 7 We say modding Go He stares at the bathroom door , then back at me , uncertainty flickering actress his face Youve got to be kidding me I mutter , fumming a hand through my hair . Do I have to show you how to turn on the water Enoch tilts his head , pouting slightly Oh , Goddess . He really is like a giant , munterus puppy 1 grab his wrist and start dragging him toward the bathroom , ignoring the way his skin feels too warm against mine Hes like a kid . Hes like a kid . He definitely is like a kid . Stop having nasty thoughts , Taryn ! Fine. Ill show you , I grumble . But youre doing the actual scrubbing , got in I turn on the faucet , See ? Easy . Although I dont have any warm temp because well , Im an Omega . Ill make sure you have warm water next time , okay ? Enoch steps in behind me , his presence filling the small space . Gosh , he really is big He watches the water with fascination , his lips parting slightly . Now you , I say , stepping back He looks at me , then at the water , then back at me . I groan , pinching the bridge of my nose . Do I have to spell it out for you ? Clothes off , get in the tub . Goddess help me . He looks at the tub , then at me , then back at the tub . I groan , crossing my arms . What ? Do you need an engraved invitation ? To my utter horror , he starts pulling off his shirt . Wait ! I yelp , spinning around so fast I nearly trip . I didnt mean right in front of me ! Behind me , I hear the soft rustle of fabric hitting the floor, followed by the splash of water . Good , Enoch says , his voice muffled slightly . I risk a glance over my shoulder and immediately regret it . Enoch is sitting in the tub , fully and nakedly submerged except for his head , his green eyes is fixed on me , as if hes waiting for further instructions . Oh no … He doesnt remember how to take a bath ? This is going to be a long night . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!