“Not really,”I mindlinked him back.“But I don’t really feel like talking about it.”
He nodded and laid his head back down.
Chapter 45
Jasmine
Igothomearoundten that night after Blake ran home with me. I found where I had tossed my clothes in the backyard and threw them on. My parents stood up from the living room couch as soon as I walked in.
“Jasmine, where in Artemis’s name were you?” my dad shouted. “Do you have any idea how worried we were? Your car and phone were at home, and you were missing for several hours without a note or text about where you went.”
I looked at him, not wanting to answer. Finally, I said, “I’m an adult.”
“You may be an adult, but you still live under our roof! We called your mate, and he also had no idea where you were. He inquired with the patrol on duty and thank Goddess they were doing their job and knew you had crossed the border in your wolf form.”
My mom chimed in, “Jasmine, it’s like we don’t even know you anymore. Ever since your birthday you’ve not been acting normal. What has gotten into you?”
I shook my head, not wanting to respond.
“Well, where were you?” My dad pressed. “Why did you run off?”
“I was stressed, okay?” I replied, becoming irritated.
“I don’t like that you’re taking runs outside of the pack territory, especially at night. It’s not safe. Last time you ingested wolfsbane. Who knows what might happen next! I’ve heard there have been security breaches at the border. That’s the last thing we need is for a rival pack to kidnap you. I’m going to speak with the beta about this. As your mate, he should be more concerned with your safety.”
“You’re going to tell on me to my mate?”
“Maybe he’ll do a better job controlling you.” My dad sighed.
“Controlling me?!” I yelled.
“Yes, you’re completely out of control right now!” my mom shouted.
“Don’t you think you’re overreacting? I just went for a run. That’s all.”
My mom shook her head. “Just go to your room, Jasmine.”
I turned to walk upstairs, not able to believe that my parents were sending me to my room at twenty years old. I grabbed my cell phone on the way up and plopped down on my bed once I got there. I found that I had several texts from Luke waiting for me.
Luke: Hey Jasmine, are you ok?
Luke: Your parents just called worried about you
Luke: I hope you’re ok
Luke: When you get this message please text me and let me know you’re ok
Luke: Also I’d like to see you tomorrow. Sorry I had to cancel our date yesterday...
I sighed, looking through the texts, no indication that he had something to tell me. I began to wonder if Lucy had made the whole thing up. I didn’t think she was that crazy to fake an entire pregnancy, but she had been known to do some outlandish things in the past.
I finally replied to him.
Jasmine: I’m ok. Just got home and parents are pissed
Jasmine: Lucy came by today...
I waited for his response to come through. A minute later, three dots appeared, indicating he was typing back. After what seemed like over five minutes, I finally received a reply.