Chapter 38: Lily

My father invited Alpha Mahli to visit. It can only mean one thing. He can’t tell Alpha Mahli about me, but if he is here, there’s a strong possibility that he would see Andra or see her in my eyes. If he didn’t already want me, he would once he knew I was a Guardian. The threat of being taken by Alpha Mahli, and with my father’s help, was very real.

As soon as Clint drops me off at my room, I pack for the weekend. It’s spring, but Maine is cooler than Georgia. I’ve never been, and I’m excited to see someplace new. As soon as I finish packing, I head up to the roof. I’ve become accustomed to sleeping beside Clint, but even if I wasn’t, I know I’d need him and Donovan to sleep tonight.

When I get to the roof, he is waiting for me. He pulls me into his arms, holding me. “How are doing, Lily bud?”

“Better now.” I told him I’d be honest as much as I could, and so I am. That means opening myself up, making myself vulnerable and I’m hoping I don’t regret it.

He kisses the tip of my nose.