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Maybe I'm destined to be alone, she would muse.
Marina was Werebear royalty within her territory, and was the equivalent of a princess – if you count hovels in the woods with WIFI luxurious enough for royalty. Her father was in charge of their territory, and this made dating incredibly difficult as she was never quite sure if her suitors were interested in her, or dominance of her family's territory. In order to provide a safeguard for the intentions of her potential mates, she chose not to use real name for the dating site. She was going by Marina Williams; using her mother’s maiden name in order to disguise her true identity.
Other than her close group of friends, Marina didn’t socialize. She worked at her father’s construction company, where she was an account manager, and filled in for the receptionist occasionally. After a full day at work her usual plan was to head home to relax for the evening. Once in a while she went out with friends or co-workers for a drink or for dinner, but mostly she stayed at home. Shifters weren’t supposed to drink, for fear of losing control, changing, and possibly hurting someone. In consequence, drinking never really appealed to her. As if to aggravate Marina's loneliness, all of the guys in her territory were like brothers to her or they wanted her for what it would get them; that’s why she was on wear-date.com. She was looking for a companion, someone who would love her for who she was. She wanted someone who enjoyed hanging out at home and watching movies. She wanted someone who would roam the territory with her, swim with her, and even fish with her.
While she was deep in thought her computed pinged to alert of an incoming message. She rolled her eyes. It was probably another asshole asking if she would show them her breasts. Unlike messages she’d received in the past, this one made her smile.
RoarinMike605: It’s late, want to climb a tree?
Carebear120: Haha, getting ready to hit the sack.
Little did this guy know, climbing was one of her favorite ways to release stress. She could stay up in the trees all day if she had the time.
RoarinMike605: Want company?
Carebear120: Very funny.
RoarinMike 605: Just kidding. I saw your profile and was going to email you but I saw that you were online.
Carebear120: I usually am this late.
RoarinMike 605: Your profile says you like to fish. Favorite spot?
Carebear120: Hmmmm, that would have to be Stormy Creek.
Stormy Creek was a little known hot spot for fishing, she could fish in human form, or in bear form, and no one would bother her. Most people thought Stormy Creek was too small for any good fishing but Marina knew better. She liked the solitude and being close to nature. Her second favorite fishing spot was Black Lake, which wasn’t as secluded as Stormy Creek, but still had great fishing.
RoarinMike 605: Where’s that?
Carebear120: about 30 minutes north of the nearest town. Where do you fish?
RoarinMike 605: Black Lake. Great catches there.
Carebear120: I know it well.
RoarinMike 605: Have I seen you there before?
Marina paused in reflection. Had he? She wondered.
The possibility seemed likely. Everyone from her territory and the surrounding territories went there in the summer to boat, swim, and fish. She would have to be careful with her answers. If he frequented Black Lake, he probably knew who she was, and that could cause her problems. Her father owned the biggest yacht that was docked at Black Lake; it is difficult to remain inconspicuous while riding a yacht.
Carebear120: Maybe.
RoarinMike 605: Maybe?
Carebear120: Yeah, maybe.
RoarinMike 605: What’s your name? Or should I just all you Carebear?
Carebear120: Nicole. And, you are Mike? LOL.
Being the equivalent of royalty, Marina knew that whomever she chose as her mate would become leader of their territory. She had to be careful of who she chose, as she needed to protect her family and friends.
RoarinMike 605: You found me out. What else do you do for fun?
Carebear120: I like to climb, go to the movies, go camping… You?
RoarinMike 605: Same. Though I do like to bungee jump, and sky dive.
