Chapter23: Realization

Oliver's POV I know that it was wrong that I insisted that Victoria should ride on my motorcycle because the moment we drove away from the bus stop, I could feel my entire body was shaking because I was so afraid of what I felt inside me. I could tell when Victoria's body pressed against mine, and I knew right away what the elders meant. And I realized my best friend was right, and this is the first time that I admitted to myself that the mate thing is real when I feel the connection and the pull towards the young woman hugging me from behind. I wanted to be with her all the time and be her protector. I couldn't explain the sensation I felt, especially when she tightened her arms around my waist. And I know that it is a big slap on my face that I am feeling this way because ever since I can remember, I rejected Victoria from the very beginning that I have learned she will become my mate. And I know it was the stupidest thing that I have ever done because right now, I could no longer st