Page 92 of Forget me Knot
“Really. This is incredible. I can’t believe you did all this in one night.”
Jack’s shoulders visibly relax. “We wanted to surprise you. To show you that we love you and need you.”
I walk towards the barn, reaching up to run my fingers over the bottom of the handmade sign. “Who made this?”
“That would be Max’s handiwork,” Sam says with a grin.
I turn to Max, eyebrows raised. “It’s so pretty.”
He shrugs, a faint blush colouring his cheeks. “I’m full of surprises.”
Stepping inside the barn, I gasp. They’ve recreated my shop layout almost perfectly, with all my equipment neatly arranged and ready for use. Tears well up in my eyes as I take it all in.
“This is amazing,” I whisper. “You guys really thought of everything.”
Sam comes up behind me, wrapping his arms around my waist. “We just want you to be happy, Lily.”
I lean back into his embrace, overwhelmed by the love I feel for these three men. “I am. I really am.” Tears seep out of my eyes as it all becomes too much. I sob openly as I turn into Sam’s chest and soak his t-shirt.
Sam holds me tight as I cry, his strong arms wrapped around me protectively. Jack and Max crowd close, too, surrounding me with their warmth and comforting scents.
Sam rubs my back soothingly, and I calm down a bit with a sniffle, trying to get myself under control. “I’m sorry,” I choke out. “I don’t know why I’m crying.”
“You’ve been through a lot,” Max says softly. “It’s understandable to feel overwhelmed.”
Jack presses a kiss to the top of my head. “We’re here for you, Lily. Always.”
Their words and presence soothe me, and slowly, my sobs subside. I take a shaky breath and lift my head from Sam’s chest.
“Thank you,” I whisper, looking at each of them in turn. “For everything. I don’t know what I’d do without you all.”
“Good thing you’ll never have to find out,” Jack says with a gentle smile.
I nod, managing a watery smile in return. Wiping my eyes, I take another look around the barn-turned-shop. “This really is incredible. I can’t believe you did all this in one night.”
“Well, we had some pretty good motivation,” Sam says, giving me a squeeze.
“Yeah, keeping our omega safe and happy,” Max adds.
I take a deep breath, feeling overwhelmed by their love and devotion. “You guys are amazing. I don’t know how I got so lucky.”
Jack grins and pulls me into his arms. “We’re the lucky ones, Lily. You’re the heart of this pack.”
I melt into his embrace, breathing in his comforting scent.
“Let’s get you back inside. Finish up that breakfast,” Sam says.
Before I can protest, Jack scoops me up into his arms. I let out a surprised squeak but quickly settle against his broad chest.
“I can walk, you know,” I say, even as I nuzzle closer.
“I know,” Jack says softly. “But I like carrying you.”
As we head back to the house, I feel a deep sense of contentment wash over me. Despite the fear and uncertainty that has always been a cloud over my head, I know I’m safe here with my alphas. They’ve created a sanctuary for me - not just a new shop, but a home filled with love and protection.
Jack carries me into the kitchen and sets me down to finish my cold toast and tepid tea. Pulling my face, I laugh. “Eww.”
“Not a problem,” Sam declares. “I can whip up some more.”
