Chapter 7

It was definitely a sight to see. The woods were huge and there were so many life in here. Angelique was grateful for her super hearing and super sight because she can see everything around her crystal clear. Angelique took a picture of the huge trees with big veins protruding from beneath her and bushy flower dangling from the tree vine. Then, she sneaked up behind a dear oh so slowly and snapped a couple of pictures before the deer slip away. She giggled. She felt like one of the host in the animal and nature television show.

For a second, she remembered of the dreams that she had in Voltera. The only difference was, she is still standing in two feet and she was relieved. When she looked up, she noticed a purple flower was falling so she jumped as high as her body could and captured it in her hands. Then she realised, the branches of the tree in the forest was huge and bold. She could just jump on each tree. She never did that but she can try can't she?

Angelique put her slim fitted camera in her right pocket jeans and tied her hair in a messy bun. She steps back slowly, closed her eyes and took a deep breath. She opened her eyes and ran in a supernatural speed before she jumps on a high tree. She holds the branch above her and she giggled nervously. She was relived and very happy. She did it. She never did it before and she felt very proud of herself. She looks at the tree in front of her and smiles before she took her next leap and continued with the tree in front of her.

Moments have passed and it feels like hours before she finally rest and sat on a big branch. She giggle to herself and laid her head on the tree bark. She took a picture of the small river flowing down the hill. Forks maybe small but it was still a wondrous place. When she decided to get down, she heard someone was approaching her from behind so, she kept quiet and watch what was going on beneath her.

Angelique noticed a man in his mid-30's walking towards the tree she was on with three teens but what made her blushed was, he did not wear a shirt .She took a closer look at the man and her heart stops. Her eyes captured his but he did not notice she was there. Then, odd things started to happen to her.

She closed her eyes and found herself running on four beside a wolf covered with dark silvered fur. The wolf's eye was loving, warm and very safe. Then, she saw herself slow dancing with the man near an old cabin. She was smiling as she laid her head on the man's chest and his chin was on her head. Later, she found herself kissing the man under a full moon with a bonfire in front of them before they parted their lips and their forehead touch. The man spoke, you are mine, mate. She quickly opened her eyes and shook her head. What was that? She asks herself feeling so surprised. Her gaze continues to focus on the stranger.

The man was stunning. He had a black hair that stood neatly which also insinuate his masculine features. His brown wolf-like eyes make her heart beats really fast. He looks parts native even though his skin was much lighter but it doesn't change the fact that the sun certainly aids in his glowing tan skin. Being shirtless must've been easy for him since he was full of hard muscles from his chest to his six packs.

Angelique practically drools at the sight of him. "Come on, Paul. When can we start shifting? My wolf is dying to come out and I'm telling you, it will be feral if I have to wait for another minutes." So that's his name, Angelique thought to herself. She was so scared knowing that this man could catch her at any moment but parts of her wanted to be captured. Again she blushed and rubbed her cheeks roughly to reduce the redness.

"Well, if you want to be a great wolf like I do, you have to put him under control .I know it's not easy. Been there done that but you have to be the one to command your wolf and remind him who's the boss." Paul spoke with a grin. Angelique heart was beating crazy. She didn't know how long she'll be able to sit there. Wait? Why did they say wolf and shifting stuff? She whispered to herself. It sounds like they were referring themselves as wolves.

"But, if you still feel like your wolf is overpowering you, just do what I do .I look for a big old tree and hit it as hard as I can. Always feels like hitting a punching bag. Easy." Paul stood in front of the large tree and throws a powerful punch on the tree making it shaking until the branch where Angelique sat on to snapped. She squeals as she falls. She closed her eyes awaiting the pain to engulf her but what she felt was strong arms holding her. She peeked slowly before she fully opens her eyes and gazed at the same brown eyes she saw before. It was more beautiful in a closer range.

Her hair fall to her backs and flow to her front in a pretty soft curls. He looks at her with a serious impression and his mouth was slightly open as he stares at her blue eyes. She heard curses and laughter behind her and turn to see the teens whispering to each other looking at her. "I.. I'm sorry but c.. can you put me down n.. now?" She said nervously.

Paul blinked his eyes, "S.. Sorry." He said and put her on to her feet. When she stands, Angelique patted on the dirt on her jeans and her shoulder before she stares back at him. "I have to go now. T.. thank you by the way, sir." She wanted to walk faster but he held her arms forcing her to face him, "Who are you?" He asked Angelique. "Excuse me?" Angelique answered raising her brows. He noticed his strong grip on her arms and withdraws it quickly knowing he might harm her. He rubbed his hands together and said again, "Sorry. I don't mean to be rude. I just… erm. .this is kind a hard. I know you must think I am weird but.. erm."He was mumbling to himself. A teen with blonde hair said, "Damn, I can't believe Paul got cold feet talking to a girl. What a douche!" They all laughed but stops when Paul stares angrily at them. Angelique giggled softly

He turns to Angelique back and stands with confident as he crossed his arms, grinning, "I'm Paul Lahote. Haven't seen you around before and I know everyone here. What's your name?" Angelique blushed but said, "Well, I'm not from around her and I'm currently sight-seeing. I am Angelique by the way. "She gave a small smile that melts Paul heart to the core. "Just call me Paul. You have a very beautiful name, Miss Angelique. I hope you don't mind I'm saying this but I didn't know people nowadays sight-seeing on a tree. Looks weird don't you thing?"

Angelique laughed, "It's just Angelique and yes, you're right. I must've looked silly. I was trying to see the view of the forest from up there so I climbed but I guess I it didn't work since I just fall embarrassingly. Besides, it's also strange for a man like you to wander around shirtless in a forest right?" Paul grinned, "Touché. But I don't think it was neither silly nor embarrassing. It was actually pretty cute and I am stunned to see a beautiful girl such as you climbing on some old trees. You could've hurt yourself, Angelique. As for me, it's been a habit of mine ever since I was eight so I'm used to it. "

She laughed softly and at the same time she felt happy knowing that he cared, "Oh, you don't have to worry about me. I'm not that weak you know. I can take care of myself quite perfectly." She turns her head behind her and turns back to Paul, "I think I have to return to my keep now. It's getting darker and I'm not a big fan being in a dark forest all by myself, no offense." Paul drops his hand to the pocket of his pants, "Sure." He held out his hands and said, "Till we meet again Angelique."

Her heart beats so fast that it feels like it was going to explode but she hold her hand to his before saying, "Okay." When she was about to leave for the second time, he spoke loudly that his voice echoes in the forest. "Can we meet again, Angel?" It took all of her strength to be calm and to turn around saying, "Okay." When she turned and walk away, she could've swore she saw a smirked plastered on his handsome face. She started to blush. He looks a little cocky but it still doesn't change the ache in her hearts which keeps getting painful as she walks further away from him. Most importantly, she doesn't even know why?


A/N: I have to admit I am really excited at the moment because Paul and Angelique have met and I have plenty of ideas what I'm going to do to them. I'll make a little twist in this story just so it will get interesting so do tell me what you think of this story. At least I know what kind of things y'all like me to add that may make this story much better. . I really appreciate that. Thanks :)