A Mistake Mate novel Chapter 61

That thought made my heart speed up by a few beats, something that didn't go unnoticed my Xander.

"You alright?" His hot breath fanned my ear as he spoke causing goosebumps to appear on my arms. I swallowed harshly before nodding my head. Xander tightened his grip on my waist and slightly shifted me to a more comfortable position.

Nothing was said after that. We simply sat in peaceful silence for about ten minutes before all the graduating students were called to their seats. Xander sighed and I felt a mix of nerves and excitement through our bond. I turned my head upwards to look at Xander. His eyes were scanning the room but they eventually turned down to me.

A small smile lit up his face before he gently scooped me up and placed me back in my original seat. I watched as Xander came down to the bleacher in below mine and squatted down in front of me. I smiled and rested my hands lightly on his shoulders before giving him a soft squeeze. I then wrapped my arms around his neck and pulled him to me. Xander's arms went to my waist, completing the sweet hug.

Xander then kissed my mark, which made me shiver in return, before pulling away. He gave me a soft kiss on my lips before rising, turning and walking down the bleachers. The smile didn't leave my lips as I watched him go but a small blush did rise when I looked and saw our parents watching me with tender expressions.

Thankfully the principle of our school, Mr. Thompson stepped onto the stage and began speaking into the microphone.

"We all gather here today to watch as another group of our amazing students fly from the nest that is high school." Mr. Thompson began, earning a few laughs from the audience. He then went on to say what a great year it has been and how much they would miss the students.

The student body president then came onto the stage and gave a beautiful speech about how they are all going to leave this school and do wonderful things with their lives. The speech left a few parents in tears, including Xander's mom. I slightly laughed before turning my head back towards the stage.

They then started to call the students to the stage. The first of my friends to come to the stage was Lela. The gorgeous red head walked onto the stage with her chin raised and a large smile on her face. When she accepted her diploma I cheered loudly. Next was Seth. He had a large, goofy, smile on his face and when he accepted his diploma he fist pumped the air, which caused us all to laugh.

The distance between us disappeared and as soon as I reached him I threw my arms around his neck and hugged him tightly. I slightly pulled back and looked up into his eyes. Xander radiated happiness and so did I. He brought his forehead down to my own and rested it there.

"Congratulation baby." I whispered. Xander smiled before closing his eyes and hugging me closer to him.

"Thank you angel." He answered quietly. I enjoyed the warmth his body provided and stayed silent because I could tell that he was in deep thought.

"I can't wait." Xander finally spoke. My eyes popped open and I gave him a questioning look.