ALLISTER
There was a loud, hurried knock on my door, and I frowned, warning bells ringing in my head. Was it Ashton? I hope he wouldn't try to fight me. Or could it be Xyla? Maybe she was in trouble?
The knock sounded again before I could react, and I sped to the door, instantly opening it.
But the girl standing outside made me frown.
"Bella," I muttered, ignoring the slight pacing of my heart.
She opened her mouth to immediately say something, but then paused, as if she'd forgotten.
"I... Allister."
I stared at her, unsure of how to respond.
"How are you?" I asked awkwardly.
She stared back, as if thinking her answer over.
"I'm alright. What about you?"
"Great." I shrugged. "How's... your mate?"
Her eyebrows furrowed slightly. "My..." Then her eyes widened. "Mate. Mate! Xyla
