Chapter 28 The Alpha's Pursuit : Shadows of Destiny Finished The silver - gray Lamborghini glided into the parking lot of Wisteria Apartment and parked neatly in its space . Landon turned to look at her peaceful , sleeping profile He didn't wake her . In her sleep , she looked so serene , like a little angel . So calm , so beautiful . She made him want to stay by her side forever , just to guard her and make sure she had sweet dreams . I want to kiss her , Flex suddenly piped up . Flex , that's not very gentlemanly , Landon replied in his mind . I like her . I want her to be our Luna , Flex insisted , unyielding . We'll have to wait until she's an adult . For years , Landon hadn't found his destined mate . The Thorne family elders had repeatedly urged him to settle down , even suggesting potential partners - strong capable female werewolves with impeccable backgrounds . None of them had ever stirred anything in him . But the moment he met Tessa , he'd been captivated . Even though she had no wolf and carried a reputation many would shun , he knew without a doubt - she was the one for him . She was the one he would choose , no matter what . Tessa stirred awake , blinking herself back to consciousness . She realized she'd fallen asleep in the car - and for two whole hours , no less . The first thing she saw when she opened her eyes was Landon , his striking features still the epitome of calm and control . " Mr. Thorne , " she murmured , her voice slightly hoarse from sleep , " are you trying to court me ? " Her blunt question caught Landon by surprise . He turned to face her fully , her sleep - softened demeanor tugging at his chest . " Yes ," he replied , his deep voice unwavering . " Can't you tell ? " Still groggy , Tessa blinked in confusion . " Why ? " He reached out , gently pinching her cheek - her baby - soft skin made his hand linger a moment longer than he'd intended . " I'm following my heart , " Landon said simply , his tone sincere and unhurried . Her heart skipped a beat . Is he … serious ? She couldn't quite grasp the implications of his answer . Why her , of all people ? Landon's calm intensity was disarming . He never seemed to rush or pressure her . Somehow , his patience felt even more dangerous than any impulsive declaration . 20:43 Mon , Apr 21 BB · Chapter 28 The Alpha's Pursuit : Shadows of Destiny Tessa quickly pushed open the car door , needing air and space . Landon followed her out , watching her with an unreadable expression . " Goodnight , " she said hurriedly , retreating toward her apartment . 63 % Finished Later that night, as Tessa lay in bed staring at the ceiling , her thoughts inevitably circled back to Landon's words . " I'm following my heart . " He had been nothing but kind to her - gentle yet firm , protective but never overbearing . For someone of his status to invest so much time and effort into her …. it was baffling . She was no stranger to people wanting something from her , but Landon ? His sincerity felt real . And that scared her . " Emma " she whispered into the quiet of her room . Her wolf emerged , stretching lazily within her consciousness . " Yes , my dear ? " Emma responded , her voice smooth and warm . " Do you think he might be … our fated mate ? " Emma chuckled softly . " Sweetheart , you're not eighteen yet . I can't sense anything until then ." A wave of disappointment hit her , though she didn't know why . I guess I'll just have to wait . For the first time in her life , Tessa found herself eager for her birthday . When she turned eighteen , she'd finally know the truth - and a part of her hoped it would confirm what her heart already suspected . Landon could very well be the one . He has to be , she thought , her heart skipping in anticipation . 68