Page 203 of Caged Between the Beta & Alpha
“Weird.” He shook his head, and I stuck my tongue out. Liam came over, his phone in front of him as he spoke to a sobbing Azura.
“I don’t like you anymore, Wiyam, I don’t!”
“I’m sorry, pumpkin, but today’s a big people day.”
“Don’t call me punkin! I’m not your stupid punkin!”
Her talking had improved over the last year but she still called us Wiyam and Waven. I had heard her say Liam once, so I thought she just didn’t want to change it. She had also gotten a tad feistier. I loved the girl. Liam promised her a sleepover tomorrow before ending the call. I felt bad for her.Poor Zuzu.
“Tay, baby, grab me the plates?” I called out.
“Sure, girl. By the way, have I already told you I love the new hair?” He asked as he walked past to get the large plates from the top shelf. No, I couldn’t reach with my height.
“Thank you! I like it, but I’m not keeping it pink-tipped. I’m changing it for Kia’s wedding,” I explained.
“I love that, coordinating with the dress. I’m coming with you when we go to check the fitting, okay?” I nodded happily.
“And you’ve let the bangs grow out.” Damon added, “You look older.”
“The height doesn’t help,” Liam added before they both smirked at each other.
“That’s an insult! Hey, I assure you, I don’t look like a kid!” I glared at them both whilst taking the drinks to the coffee table.
“I never said you did. I definitely know you’re not a kid, love,” Liam murmured, his eyes dipping to my body. My stomach knotted, and Damon snickered.
“Okay, guys, we get the picture. Flirt after the movie.”
“Or during,” Zack suggested just as there was a light knock on the door, and I knew it was Robyn.
“You can’t flirt during a horror movie. I don’t even like horror movies,” Taylor pouted.
“Don’t worry, I’ll keep you busy,” Zack added, pulling the door open.
“Not at my place man!” Liam added, before we fell silent as Robyn stepped inside.
Robyn
“Hey, I broughtdessert,” I said, holding up the tray of tres leches cake that I’d made. I glanced at them all, my heart skipping a beat when my eyes met a certain blue pair.
A year… we had split just over a year ago… but the feelings I had for him… they never left. I hated it, but what was I supposed to do? Well, I avoided the Blood Moons, for one; I was not ready to meet my mate yet. I didn’t deserve him when I was hung up over another.
“Aww, thank you! You shouldn’t have!” Raven exclaimed as she came over, taking the tray from me.
“I’d rather have the cake than beer,” Liam added, flashing me a smile despite a flash of guilt in his eyes. Why did he look guilty?
I gave a small nod. I worked alongside the others for months, but since Damon had come back, I suddenly felt awkward around them. Like he was meant to be there, not me.
“Shall we get to the movie?” Damon suggested, turning around.
“Yes, I guess…” Taylor said, gulping.
“Why are you making him suffer?” I asked. His sad brown puppy dog eyes… I didn’t feel sympathy often, but Taylor was one person I did feel bad for.
“He’ll be fine,” Raven said, giving him a hug.
“I don’t think I’m going to be fine,” Taylor said.
Damon took one armchair and I had to take the other since the two couples sat on the sofa. Great, now I was a mere twenty centimetres from him. I tried not to focus on his tempting scent but on the delicious smell of pizza instead.
