Chapter 7: Trust

(Author's Note)

The lake appeared as if by magic as Drake and Layla crested the ridge. It was in teardrop-silver in color and it was shaped like a perfectly flat disc of metal. No sound rang out from the shimmering emptiness of space around it. Monastery quiet, it was lined with pine trees and the whiff of mint wafted up to us. They decided to make their way to its decanter clear shore. The idyllic scene took Layla's breath away.  Unruffled by wind or rain, it was vault still and restful. The only sounds were the bumbling of bees and the heavy echo of a raven crawking.

Out on the lake, flopping trout were slapping the surface. They were hoping to catch one of the squadrons of flies that buzzed about. The heaven-leaking light added a golden tint to the face of the lake and it was paradise. A startling eureka moment came unbidden, which involved the beauty of the natural world. 

Layla's eyes sparkle, with the skin a little wrinkled round and under them, and with the mouth a little drawn back at the corners. She was absolutely amazed by the breathtaking view in front. Never in her life has she seen something like this and she so grateful to be able to witness such a beautiful sight. 

On the other hand, Drake too was enjoying the breathtaking view beside him. There Layla stood, she had a sculpted figure which was twine-thin. Her waist was tapered and she had a burnished complexion. A pair of arched eyebrows looked down on sweeping eyelashes. Her delicate ears framed a button nose. Her long, khol-black curls flowered down her shoulder while the little babies laid upon her forehead. Saccharine sweet lips that were blossom soft tugged between a set of dazzling, angel-white teeth as she tried to hold back an exciting squeal.

Drake's eyes trailed down her body, causing him and his wolf to crave for the scrumptious sight before them as a pair of high-waisted jeans hugged her lower frame followed by a bright yellow tank, blouse that exposed her shoulders and sculptured cleavage. 

Clearing his throat, Drake focused back on the beautiful sight in front of him before Layla catches him staring. It's been two amazing weeks as both of them got to know each other and spend time with each other until Drake decided to bring her to his secret spot where he always goes to clear his head. 

Seeing her happy and at peace brought joy to him and his wolf. Layla sighs out of happiness as she felt safe, comfortable, and at peace by this lovely lake. Glancing at Drake beside her instantly brought butterflies to her stomach as she really examined his side profile. 

 The way his built sculptured body stood there as his big hands dug their way in jeans that fitted his toned, muscular legs. Brown chestnut silk-like hair laid perfectly upon his head, a pair of bushy eyebrows that furrowed whenever deep in thought, narrow, pointed nose, and thin luscious lips that would be moistured every now and then. 

Layla never really took in how breathtakingly handsome Drake was and after spending 2 whole weeks with him, she slowly started adapting these strange feelings for him and things would happen when they were alone, like racing of the hearts, unexpected moments where they would stare into each other's eyes, and sparks when they touch.

It was really weird for Layla but Drake was very aware of the symptoms. It was their bond growing stronger and Drake had to be careful. But there was one night that Drake feared which was the night of the full moon. On that night, he would do anything in his power to stay away from Layla, but with their bond growing stronger it would be kind of impossible. 

“Do you like it here, Layla?” he asked sparking up a conversation as he longed to hear her soothing voice. 

“Like it? Drake, I love it! I never saw such a glorious sight in my life, how did you even find this place?” she asked not being able to contain her excitement earning a chuckle from Drake.

“When I was a boy, my mother used to bring me here whenever my father used to scold me, ” he replied thinking about the time he used to have with his parents.

“I bet she is amazing, I would love to meet her, ” Layla said with a soft smile which slowly faded upon hearing Drake's sad sigh.

“I wish you could meet her, she would've loved you, ” he said staring blankly down at his feet.

Layla gasped softly before pulling Drake into her embrace. He snuggled his face into her neck, breathing in her scent to calm his wolf while she caresses his back. 

“I'm so sorry, Drake, I had no idea, ” she whispered in his ear.

“There's no need for you to apologize, Layla, I just miss her so much, ” he mumbled in her neck trying so hard to not break down. 

“Yeah, I know that feeling, I miss my parents as well, ” she confessed feeling Drake's arms tighten around her. 

After a few minutes of embracing each other, Drake pulled away giving Layla a small smile as she returned it. 

“Hey, Layla, do you want to jump off a cliff with me?” He asked as Layla's eyes widened.

“A cliff? Are you out of your mind, Drake?” She asked taking a step away from him. 

“Come on, Layla, you know, I would never hurt you, just trust me, ” he said with eyes of sincerity.

Layla took a while before nodding to Drake who smiled mischievously before taking her hand. They both walked around the lake leading them behind the waterfall. Every step Layla got more nervous but Drake's hand gave her comfort as he felt her emotion.

“Would you relax, I'm right beside you, ” he said in between his giggles while Layla scoffed.

Soon they made it to the top of a cliff just above the lake. Layla gasped before looking at Drake who had a smirk on his face.

“You want us to jump in the lake, are you-

“CANNONBALL!” 

Drake pulled Layla with him as they both fell off the cliff. Layla's high pitched scream echoed throughout the lake as they both came crashing down into the cold water. 

Quickly swimming up to the surface, Layla gasped for air while Drake casually comes up for air.

“ARE YOU CRAZY?” Layla yelled splashing him with water.

“I'm sorry, Lay, but you gotta admit it was fun, ” he said floating around her.

“Whatever!” she replied trying to get out the water.

“Hey, hey, where are you going, come swim with me, ” he said pulling her shaking body into his warm one, holding her close.

“Thank you, for taking me here, Drake, ” she said pecking his cheek. 

“Anything for you, Layla, ”