Page 88 of Rhythm Of Our Souls
“Ally, my girl. How are you?!” She smiles wildly. “Oh, we miss you so much.”
“I miss you too. Sorry, I haven’t called in a while. Just been crazy busy.” It’s no excuse, I should still find time for my family.
“We understand.” Mom waves me off.
“Is that my girl?” My dad, Calvin, says, stepping behind Mom. “Ally, sweetie. How are you?”
“I’m good, Dad,” I tell him. “Is Ryder and Malcolm home?” I ask about my other two fathers.
“Malcolm, Ryder!” Calvin bellows. “Get your ass in here. Our daughter is on the phone.”
I look over the phone to see the guys smiling. “It’s cute how much they love you,” Gavin whispers.
I roll my eyes but smile, bringing my attention back to the phone.
After I say hi to all my dads, answering their questions on how I’m doing, I get their attention with, “I called to say hi, but also for a bigger reason.”
“Okay.” Mom blinks. “Are you okay? Is something wrong?”
“I’m fine.” I can’t help but smile wide. “Better than fine. I’ve never been better.”
“Oh.” Mom’s eyes flicker before she smiles. “That’s amazing to hear. Might we know what’s got you better than ever?” she laughs.
“How about I show you instead,” I say, turning the phone slightly so Lulu is in the shot with me.
Mom’s gasp is loud, and she lets out a sob that has my eyes filling with tears. “Lulu,” Mom whispers in disbelief. “Is that you?”
“Hi, Lydia,” Lulu waves, speaking softly.
“Oh, honey. Oh, Lulu, love. I can’t believe it’s really you,” Mom rasps out. “How is this possible?”
“It’s a long story, but pretty much the universe took pity on us and finally brought us back together,” I tell them, coming closer into view.
“I’m so happy,” Mom wails before breaking out into sobs. “You have no idea how happy I am to see you two together again.”
“Us too.” Lulu looks at me, and I get lost in her eyes, smiling back at her.
“We’re together,” I tell them. “Like, together, together.”
Mom just cries harder.
“Is she okay?” Lulu whispers.
“Mom?” I ask, not sure of the answer.
“I’m sorry,” she sniffs. “I’m just so happy. You two belong together, I always thought so.”
“That’s not all the news I have to share.” I chew on my lower lip. “I have a pack now.” Saying the words has tears stinging my eyes. Something I’ve wanted for so long and thought would never happen.
Brady pulls me into his lap, his face popping into the screen.
“Nice to meet you, Ally’s parents. I’m Brady. Ally’s scent match.”
“Scent match?” My dad, Malcolm, repeats in disbelief. “Well, holy shit.”
“Congratulations, honey,” Mom says, smiling wide. “How did you meet?”
“Brady is actually Lulu’s Alpha as well.” I smile up at Brady.
