31 Chapter 31 Go For It Caroline's POV 1 I left the office unable to believe what had happened between Draven and me , but it had been absolutely amazing . Rory purred contentedly inside me . Rory whispered , " His touch made us burn with desire . " " God , yes . Absolutely . " I still had doubts about whether he could be my true mate , but whatever . Live in the moment , Caroline . I decided to take a taxi to get home faster to see my son . When I arrived , Liam came running to me all smiles , with his slightly stuffy voice happily shouting , " Mommy . " My son filled my heart with love , his violet eyes just like his father's . Eleanor hadn't arrived yet . I chatted a bit with Mabel - she was truly wonderful , had already prepared everything , including dinner , and Liam had already taken his medicine . " Mabel , I don't even know how to thank you ," I said sincerely . " There's nothing to thank me for , Carrie . Your son is the most adorable cub I've ever taken care of . He's no trouble at all , even with this cold . Besides , when Luna Marla called saying she needed me to look after her grandson , I was very happy - I get very lonely at home . " I smiled at what she said . Eleanor's mother really did consider my son as her grandson and had made sure he would be well cared for while we worked . " Luna Marla is a wonderful person . I'm very grateful to Elle's family - they've been so good to me ," I commented to Mabel . " But you deserve that kindness , Carrie . You're a very special she - wolf ." " Thank you , Mabel ." " Now go take a shower and put on something comfortable . I'll stay with Liam until you're done . " I thanked her and did exactly what she said . When I returned to the living room , Eleanor had already arrived and was covering Liam with kisses while he excitedly waved a bag of candy in his hands . " Elle , you're going to leave this boy toothless with all this candy and chocolate ," I said with a smile . " I'm his godmother . I can spoil my little cub as much as I want ," she replied with a huge grin . " Well , girls , I'm heading out now . Take care of my little one , okay ? " Mabel said , smiling at us . " Oh no , Mabel , won't you stay for dinner with us ? " I pleaded like a child . " Yeah , please stay longer , Mabey ! " my son said with an adorable face and cute little smile . " Oh , my sweet boy , I can't today ." She stroked his little face and kissed his cheek , making my heart grow even fonder of her . " Mabel , I have to work tomorrow . Could you come and stay with Liam ? " I remembered to ask before she left . 07.41 my son . " Isn't Nate coming this weekend , Elle ? I don't want to mess up your plans ," I asked worriedly . " What plans are you talking about , silly ? Nate's coming next week because he's moving here for good , " she said with a huge smile . " Tomorrow it'll be just me and my little cub . And we'll postpone our outing until next week , right , since Liam has a cold . That way we can give Mabel time off . " " Yes , that'll be better , especially since Nate will be here by then . So Mabel , we'll see you on Monday , " I said with a smile to our nanny . " See you Monday then . But if you need me over the weekend , just call me , " Mabel replied , blowing a kiss to Liam before leaving . After Elle showered , we had dinner . Mabel had cooked for us , and the food was delicious . I put Liam to bed , and while my friend and I were washing the dishes , I started telling her what had happened with Draven . When I finished , Elle was looking at me very seriously . " Elle , I messed up , didn't I ? I need advice . How do I fix this ? Because when that Alpha touches me , I stop thinking straight ." " You didn't mess up , " Rory assured me . " Our bodies know what they want . " " Carrie, you absolutely didn't mess up . What was messed up was your resolution to never be with anyone after getting pregnant . And let's be honest , your boss is a smoking hot Alpha ! Actually , you're surrounded by gorgeous males , because Ryan - my goodness , he's absolutely stunning ! " She said , fanning herself , and I had to laugh . " Elle , this fire I feel when Draven touches me - I've only felt it once before , and that was with my son's father . Not even my ex - boyfriend ever made me feel this way ." I paused , gathering courage to ask the question burning inside me . " Do you think ... do you think it could be a mate bond ? Even though I can't sense him because I'm scentless ? " Eleanor's eyes widened . " That's ... actually possible . Mates aren't just about scent , Carrie . There's also the pull , the fire , the way your wolves respond to each other ." " What does it feel like with Nate ? How did you know he was your mate ? " I asked , genuinely curious . Elle smiled dreamily . " It was like everything clicked into place . Like my wolf had been searching for something all her life and suddenly found it . The scent was part of it , but the connection was beyond physical . When our wolves recognized each other , it was like coming home ." " But Rory couldn't feel Draven's wolf , " I said with disappointment . " Well , friend , if it's that intense , let it happen . Even if he's not your destined mate , you're happy with him , aren't you ? " I nodded . Eleanor continued , " Besides , you said he already guaranteed it won't affect your job , and if it does , you can find another one . The Blood Moon Pack would take you back in a heartbeat ." " You think so , Elle ? I'm afraid of getting hurt . I think I'm already kind of falling for him , but I know he's way out of my league . He's an Alpha , for Moon's sake ! " 07 42 214 " Oh , stop it , Caroline ! Don't give me that ' he's out of my league because he's rich and powerful ' nonsense . That's the garbage those jerks from our pack put in your head , and you need to forget it . They were all idiots , " Eleanor said seriously . " Besides , we have to take risks in life . It's better to get hurt than to live wondering what could have been . And this time you don't even have to worry about protection . Though a cub between you and Draven would be just as beautiful as Liam ," she said and burst out laughing . I playfully swatted her with the dish towel , but I was laughing hard too . After I had Liam , Elle insisted that I start taking birth control . At first , I refused , saying no one would ever touch me again , but she persisted, arguing that I might meet someone or simply have physical needs . I assured her that wouldn't happen because I had no intention of sleeping with anyone ever again . I only gave in when she pointed out that I also hadn't planned on having sex with a masked stranger at a costume party , but it happened anyway . I was grateful my friend was so persistent and that I finally listened . " Carrie , get yourself ready , go to work tomorrow and drive that Alpha crazy all day long . Then after everyone leaves , rock his world so hard that no female will ever make that hottie forget you ," she said , holding me by the shoulders . " She's right , " Rory agreed eagerly . " Let's take what feels right ." With even my wolf Rory on board , there was no point in holding back anymore . " You think I can do it , Elle ? " I was laughing and tempted to follow my friend's advice . " Oh Caroline , you really don't know the power you have ! And you've already let the guy go down on you - now stop being silly and get some action , girl . Your wolf deserves it too . Rory's been alone too long ." My god , but Eleanor was impossible . However , she wasn't wrong . You know what? I was going to take her advice . I looked at her with a naughty smile and said , " Help me pick out an outfit ? " " Woohoo ! I'm going to make you look so hot that I doubt that Alpha will be able to work . His wolf will be howling for you all day ! " as we headed to the bedroom to choose the look that , according to her , would give my boss a heart She ran her hand along my ar attack . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!