Chapter Twenty : Forever … NICOLE I woke up to a dizzying array of colors . Roses , daisies , lilies flowers of every kind blanketed every surface of the room . I sighed , rolling my eyes as I swung my legs over the edge of the bed . Pushing myself to my feet , I decided to check on Daniel . I opened his door quietly , peeking in to check on him . But the sight of his empty bed made my stomach drop . I was about to call out for help when the door behind me creaked open . Nathan stood there , barefoot and unkempt , holding a sleeping Daniel in his arms . I exhaled a long , relieved breath , clutching my chest as I leaned against the doorway . You scared me half to death , I whispered . 50 % 11:42 1/6 Wictors Socially HOME WAY COy Mudand tush 11:42 WC Pho 524 Chapter Twenty : Forever … Nathans eyes softened , his voice quiet . He couldnt sleep . He shifted his hold on Daniel , cradling him closer . Neither could I , so we went for a stroll . I didn t mean to worry you . Looks like you couldnt sleep either . I rolled my eyes , brushing past him to settle Daniel back into his bed . Its probably because of all the pollen from those flowers , I said , trying to sound annoyed , though my voice wavered . Nathan chuckled softly , You didnt like them ? Its not funny , Nathan . I crossed my arms and glared at him . You need to stop with all the grand gestures . Ive already forgiven you . He stepped closer , his voice dropping to a low murmur . But Ill spend the rest of my life making up for hurting you . His words made something stir deep within me , a warmth I hadnt felt in what 50 % 11:42 2/6 Wichers Society tating the wrong madal hewy Cary Puchane fixat 11:42 534 Chapter Twenty : Forever … seemed like forever . I smiled despite myself , but as I turned to look at Daniel peaceful face , another thought surfaced- one I could no longer avoid . Nathan , I said , my voice quieter now . We need to talk about this . We can keep avoiding it . He sighed , setting a hand on the small of my back to guide me toward the balcony . S I cant keep shuffling between two packs , I said , breaking the silence . Not just for me but for Daniel . My pack needs stability . And coming here so often will make them question my loyalty . Its not fair to them or to him . Nathan nodded , his brow furrowing as he leaned against the railing . I know , he said softly . Ive been thinking about it too . What if I cut him off , shaking my head . Im not giving up my pack , Nathan . I wont merge a Hastings pack under Kaldor . I trust you , 55 % 11-42 3/6 534 Chapter Twenty : Forever … but things happen . Life happens . If something were to go wrong , I need to have my own fallback . And beyond that , our factions are too different . I cant ask my people to give up who they are . Nathan was quiet for a long moment , his gaze fixed on the horizon . Then he turned to me , his eyes resolute . I wasnt going to ask you to give up your pack . I blinked , caught off guard . Then what s your solution ? He hesitated , running a hand through his dark hair before finally speaking . I ll divide my territory . What ? Ill carve out land from Kaldors borders , he said . Enough to create neutral ground for us to rule together . It 11 mean reshaping the structure of my pack and asking them to trust me on this . But its the only way to give Daniel the stability he deserves and to show you how 55 % 11:42 4/6 634 Chapter Twenty : Forever … much Im willing to do to make this work . I stared at him , stunned . You d really do that for me ? He stepped closer , cupping my face gently in his hands . Because I love you , Nicole Myers . The words hit me like a tidal wave . My breath caught , and I searched his face , seeing nothing but sincerity in his gaze . Thats the first time you ve ever said that to me , I murmured . I realized it moments before I thought I was going to die , he said softly . And my biggest regret was not telling you . He leaned in , his forehead resting against mine as he repeated , I love you , Nicole Myers . A smile spread across my face , tears welling in my eyes . I never imagined we d end up here . When my father forced me to marry a stranger to save the pack , I thought 55 % 11:42 5/6 534 Chapter Twenty : Forever … Nathan was a heartless bastard . Walking away felt like the end our final goodbye . But after everything … Here we were . The world left my lips with so much conviction , I love you too , Nathan Cross . No matter how annoying you might be . He smiled and in that moment , as the first light of dawn painted the sky , I knew that from this moment , I was going to fight for us through everything most especially through the chaos . You might also like Sorry Alpha I Got Over You Sorry , Alpha . I Got Over You Wolfe Bayne . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!