Falling For My Cruel Mate novel Chapter 5

"How are you feeling?" She smiled widely as she helped me sit up from the bed. She examined me quickly to make sure there were no visible signs of injury.

"My head hurts a little," My voice came out hoarse. "And my shoulders also feel sore." She nods her head, with look of confusion written on her face.

"The bastard said he didn't even touch you." She mumbled angrily and she went over to the bathroom and started the shower. I got out of bed and slowly followed her into the bathroom.

I stood in front of the mirror and unbutton my pajama top enough to pull it over my shoulder and down my arm a little. There were large light green bruises that had been healing over night but still visible. I choked back my fear. This man was absolutely crazy, and he had no problem harming is mate.

"Don't worry Octavia. He won't hurt you again." She gathered up my hair and tucked it neatly into a bun. I stared at her through the mirror, startled at the care she was showing me. How could she be so kind and her brother so cruel?

"You can't truly believe that." I whispered.

Her gaze met mine in the mirror, "I want you to come to me whenever you need help or someone to talk to. Do you understand?"

I nod my head silently. I break eye contact with her, feeling somewhat uncomfortable. She must've been the one taking care of me all along. She must be Cipher.

"Good, now get in the shower. Your clothes will be laid out on the bed and I will be down stairs in the kitchen. Find me when you're done." She left without another word.

I brushed my teeth quickly, before undressing and relieving my bladder. I don't spend a long time in the shower, seeing as it only gives me time to think about how much I miss my friends and family.

I dry myself off and take another glance at my ugly bruises. A shiver runs its way down my spine. A sob threatens to break its way through my throat as my eyes scan over the mark that lays in the crook of my neck. I'm mated. I am mated to a true monster.

I choke back my sob and make my way into the room. I can not show weakness. I am the daughter of an Alpha. I will be strong and fearless. I will look my fear in the face and deal with it. With him.

I slip on the skin tight jeans and light blouse paired along with beige birkenstock sandals. I release my long locks from its bun and run my fingers through it quickly. Taking a deep breath I check myself in the mirror once more. I was afraid, yes, but I will look him in the eyes and pretend he doesn't scare me. We will be equals. We are equal.

I walk down the stairs slowly, gripping the railing for dear life once again. I take in soothing breaths as I eye the door. I could leave. I could try to escape once more. I could feel my wolf become anxious. She does not know Ajax, she only knows that he is our mate and we need him.

I listen carefully for movement in the house, trying to figure out in which direction the kitchen is. I can hear the clattering of dishes and the voice of my mate, along with his sister.