Page 59 of Caged Between the Beta & Alpha
“Clearly, I wasn’t enough, with or without the bond. You’re wrong about whatever’s going on, Mom. We aren’t kids, so whether we were messing around or not, it really should have nothing to do with you,” Liam said, standing up.
“No, it shouldn’t, but when I know it’s affecting you and your friends-”
“It’s still none of your business,” Liam cut in, curtly brushing past her and leaving the room, slamming the door behind himself.
Nice move. Leave me alone to deal with this.I felt a little hurt until his voice rang in my head,
I don’t want to share anything. If you want to, then go for it, but tell her I don’t want her harassing me. I’m sorry for coming to your room like that to begin with, I shouldn’t have. I just couldn’t sleep last night.My heart skipped a beat, and I hid my smile.
That’s okay, but next time at least wake me up and let me know you’re sneaking in. Waking up to see someone in my bed nearly gave me a heart attack.
Sure. Expect me tonight, then.
I rolled my eyes. Was he always so cocky?
I looked at Aunty Red, who was looking around the room. I saw her examining the edge of the door frame.
“They did a decent job with the paint,” she said, turning her sage green eyes on me.
“Yeah,” I said, brushing my hair back awkwardly.
“Want to tell me what’s going on with you all?” She asked.
I looked at her. With everything going on, I could use a proper adult’s advice. I fixed the bedding, my stomach fluttering as I realised I had spent the night with Liam. It had felt good, and I had slept well, too.
“It’s a long story,” I said.
“Well then, how about you go get dressed, and I’ll go grab us some breakfast?”
I didn’t get to reply when Aunty Red turned, leaving me alone in my room. I quickly grabbed some clothes and left my room to use one of the bathrooms, mind-linking Damon in the process.
Morning!
Good morning, you alright?His deep, sexy voice asked. A sliver of guilt filled me, thinking of how I seemed to forget him when Liam was around. Knowing that he was fighting his own emotions just so this could work…
I am. Can we meet later? I want to talk to you about something.
Sure, I’d like that.
Me too,I replied softly.
I finished showering, pulling on my purple lingerie, grey denim shorts, and oversized black hoodie. I returned to my room to see Aunty Red sitting on the edge of the bed with a tray of toast, croissants, pastries, and two steaming mugs of hot chocolate sitting next to her. I went over and sat on the bed cross-legged.
“So, shoot.” I looked at her, thinking this was more awkward than I thought it would be.
“Okay, so three years ago, Liam and Damon both found their mate,” I said quietly. Aunty Red frowned deeply but said nothing. “Both of them were mated to me,” I continued, not missing the way her eyes widened. Yep, she was not expecting that, but she didn’t speak, and I appreciated it. “Liam couldn’t accept it, saying an alpha doesn’t share… and I get that. Damon wanted to make it work, but he didn’t want to make a move with me until Liam was okay with it. I get that too…” I stared at the plate, picking up a toast slice.
“And what did you want?”
“I don’t know. I just wanted everyone to be happy.”
“Understandable, but I mean, what did you want?”
“I don’t understand,” I admitted, confused. Aunty Red picked up a cinnamon bun and crossed her legs.
“I’m asking what you want without even thinking of anyone else’s feelings. Forget the boys; what do you want?”
“I…” I fell silent, pondering it. In an ideal world, I’d just want a mate who would love me unconditionally. I didn’t want anyone to be in pain. I didn’t want a complicated dynamic. “I want to be happy; I didn’t want such a complicated relationship,” I said, shrugging.
