Chapter 82

"Be careful, Carlie." As I looked into the eyes of my best friend I saw all the worry she had for me. "Having a mate is an amazing feeling, but so is having someone who will love you for who you are." My eyebrows furrowed. "Does that even exist in our world?" I laughed. All our love was based on destiny, not people randomly falling in love with someone because they have things in common or because they make each other laugh. No, with our kind of love, it was all mapped out for us. We didn't have that choice. Shrugging, she leaned over and kissed my cheek. "The only way you're going to find out is to let go." Pointing towards my house she smiled, "Get your butt inside, I can hear your mom pacing from here." Getting out the car, I sent a quick wave over my shoulder and walked up the path, never asking her what she meant by 'to find out is to let go'.  * * * As true as Dera's word I found my mom pacing the kitchen. She stare