George’s POV We drove to Cole’s pack to confront him. The car ride there was painful, to say the least. Nobody said a word. We didn’t even look at each other. Miranda especially. She just stared out the window at the trees flying by in a blur of green and brown. I felt like a ass for not telling her earlier. “Babe, please don’t be upset.” I pleaded with her, running my hand up and down her thigh. “I was embarrassed by what I did. Before I met you, I didn't understand the mate bond. She looked at me, her eyes cold and empty. It broke my heart into a million pieces. “Just stop George. I really don’t want to think of you pining over your best friend’s mate right now.” I heard a slight chuckle come from the driver’s seat. Damian was enjoying this. I’d be pissed at him if only I didn’t feel