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87- Running and regret
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Strings of Fate 88- Naps and nerves
I release my breath as I realise he’s decided to let me direct the topic away from my own issues. “No, she basically ran up to her room as soon as we got back. She said she has homework but I suspect that she just wanted some time to process things. I bet she will want to talk about it tomorrow, or maybe even later tonight.” I explain. He nods. “Right, right. That makes sense. What… What are you going to tell her?” He questions nervously. “You mean am I going to tell her about your red thread? Well, honestly I’m not sure yet. It depends on what she asks me. If she wants to know she will ask and I won’t lie to her. But I doubt she will ask just yet. I will just be encouraging and when she’s ready I’m sure she will bring it up on her own.”“Yeah, okay. That’s fair. Good plan, I think.” He pauses before continuing. “Thanks for your help with this. And for being there today. I know it must have been awkward for you, particularly once Alpha Kane left. I didn’t anticipate that.” he says
Strings of Fate 89- Guilt and glass
“I- It was what the other Alphas said at the end of the meeting, saying you need your mate. I can mostly ignore them when they’re being jerks. But Alpha Kohen is nice, and he was actually being kind. It just left me feeling really guilty.” I confess. Bellamy takes both of my hands in his.“Hey, look at me.” I meet his gaze. His golden eyes are gentle. “It’s really okay. I know you’re stressed by it, but you shouldn’t feel guilty. I’m the one who is asking a lot of you in expecting you to take on extra duties as my mate one day. The very least I can do is give you time to be ready for it. The other Alphas have been saying stuff like that pretty much since I stepped up. It doesn’t bother me and I don’t want it to bother you either. My situation with the Alphas hasn’t changed, you’re not making anything more difficult for me, and when you are ready, you’re only going to make things easier. Besides, you might not be aware of it but you have already started stepping into the role in small
Strings of Fate 90- Fury and fear
I lean down and pick up my slippers from the floor. I give them a good shake and a few shards of glass fall from them. I run my hands through the insides and once I’m fairly certain they’re safe, I slip them on my feet and stand up. I grab my phone and carefully make my way to my bedroom door, tiptoeing my way around the glass as well as I can in my slippers which are really not made for tiptoeing. I pause in the doorway and look back. My bedroom looks like a crime scene. Glass everywhere and smears of blood on the blankets, my bedside table and lamp. I look at my feet and realise my slippers are also covered in blood from my hand where I touched my arm. Pulling myself together, I head straight into the kitchen and grab a hand towel. I dampen it and wipe at my arm. I don’t think there’s any glass in it. I get another towel and press it against my arm. I hope I don’t need stitches. I’m wiping the blood off my phone so that I can call Bellamy when the banging on my front door starts. I
Strings of Fate 91- Rocks and racing
“Let me?” I repeat, glaring. He sighs dramatically. “You're not seriously going to argue are you? It’s not safe here right now, and I don’t think I could stand to let you out of my sight. Come stay with me. It doesn’t have to be forever. Just until this is sorted out.” He holds my gaze, pleading in his expression.“If you don’t come with me I won’t be leaving, and I’ll be keeping Shaun and Aaron here too.” He adds. I roll my eyes.“That’s just excessive. But I do see your point. I want to be there with you if it will help you feel better, and it will help me feel safe too. But also, my bedroom window is smashed to pieces and my bed is full of glass.” I pause, hesitating.“What is it?” he prompts. I sigh. “I’m worried about Maggie and the other people in the building. I know it’s not likely that anyone would attack them, but I just can’t help it.” I admit. “I’ll arrange for a security detail for the building until this is sorted out. They’ll be safe.” He pr
Strings of Fate 92- Seeing and staying
“Uhh, so… Where should I leave this?” I hold up the bag awkwardly, then immediately lower it again. It’s heavier than I realised. Bellamy freezes and looks me over, a calculating expression on his face.“Well, you can stay with me if you want. Or I can set up one of the empty bedrooms. If you don’t want to be alone or… with me… then I’m sure Megan wouldn’t mind if you stayed with her.” He seems to be assessing my expression. I don’t even know what kind of look is on my face right now, but he must not be finding it encouraging because he doesn’t look too happy. “What would YOU prefer?” I ask. I figure it’s better to have all the information before making a decision.“I won’t lie to you. Right now the idea of you being anywhere I can’t see you leaves me on the verge of a panic attack. But I should also say I always want you to stay with me. I don’t want to pressure you though. I just want to make it clear that I’m not just saying it because I’m… “ He stops, trying to thin
Strings of Fate 93- Blindness and bubbles
“Leaving you alone is worse.” he confirms. “Well, then keep your eyes shut while I’m in the bath and you can stay.” I suggest. He tilts his head to the side.“You’re willing to let me stay?” He repeats in confirmation. I nod. “If you close your eyes. I know you don’t love that part, but it’s the best compromise I can offer. Decide before the water gets cold please.” Bellamy’s eyes dart around the room. His eyes land on the window. Like most bathrooms, it’s a small window that isn’t easily accessed. I doubt it’s even visible from outside. Appearing to make a decision, he marches towards the door. Huh, he’s leaving? Or not. He reaches the door, locks it then sits himself on the ground with his back against the door and closes his eyes. “I won’t look. I promise.” he assures me. I quickly strip out of my clothes and chuck them on the floor by the vanity. The water is hot, but comfortable when I climb in, clutching the edges of the tub to prevent myself from falling. I
Strings of Fate 94- Looking and low-key
“You’re probably right. I’ll think about it.” He agrees. He looks a bit sad and lost as he says it though. I decide right now that I am making it my personal mission to help Bellamy rekindle his friendships. Maybe we could have a dinner party or games night or something. I might even invite Alpha Kohen and his wife. I think I would like to know them better and Bellamy seems friendly with the Bear Alpha. Although I suppose a night like that would have to wait until I’m comfortable telling people about our relationship because I feel like it would get out fast if we started having guests all the time. The conversation lulls a bit and Bellamy loops back to our original discussion. “I suppose based on the fact that you changed the topic that you don’t want to talk about tonight yet then?” He prompts. “You know, I actually completely forgot that we were even discussing it. I got sidetracked. I’m okay to talk about it with you now if you would like.” I assure him.“Okay
Strings of Fate 95- Hair and hands
“As much as I would like to make sure you never meet or speak to another male ever again, I know that isn’t a realistic option. Besides, I trust the guards you have. Plus, in your case, I prefer that your security detail IS obvious. People will think twice about attacking you when you obviously have a bodyguard following you around.” He seems weirdly smug about that. “Yeah… right. You’re just happy that I’m putting up with the guard stuff. Although after what happened tonight I suppose I can see your point of view a little better.” I admit. Bellamy’s expression darkens again and I curse in my head. Oops. I was trying to keep his mind off of the whole situation and I had to go and bring it up again. Stupid. Ugh. I frantically try to change the topic again. “I need to wash my hair.” I blurt out without thinking. Bellamy blinks, startled at my abrupt statement. “Okay… just try and be careful of your bandages. I doubt the cut has completely stopped bleeding and the soap w
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