Rejecting the Alpha Twins

Chapter 13

Chapter 11

Xander POV

“Xander, why does Xavier hate me so much?” Isabelle pouts, her big blue eyes studiously looking into mine as I glance away, unnerved by the question.

Even she’s noticed that my brother is behaving strangely, I try to laugh it off, but she looks serious as she continues to observe me. We’re both outside, watching several of the warrior doing their training, Isabelle keeping her distance, her short skirt hugging her curves and revealing her lacy underwear when she bends over too far, causing my mouth to go dry. as I swallow hard at the enticing image.

“He doesn’t hate you, he’s just irritable lately. It’s not just with you” I mutter, hoping she’ll leave it alone.

The truth is I don’t know what’s wrong with Xavier lately. It stings that he doesn’t confide in me as much as he used to, being that we are twins and all.

She raises a brow “Is it something to do with his wolf?” she asks, her lips curving downwards “Is he recognizing that I might not be his mate?” she sounds slightly panicked about the very idea of it.

I rush to reassure her. “No Isabelle. I haven’t heard my wolf yet, so I doubt he has. He’s probably just nervous about the whole shifting thing and maybe tired of discussing the birthday party” I sighed “Just give him some space and you’ll see that he’ll come around.”

At least I was hoping that’s what it was.

She touches my arm lightly. Normally I’m pleased by the contact but today, today I feel numb. Empty. Desolate. I force a smile on my face. “You still find me attractive, don’t you Xander?” she bites her pale pink lower lip, causing my eyes to dart towards them.

Did I? Isabelle was the prettiest girl in our pack. There was no denying it. Usually, I wouldn’t hesitate to express how exactly! felt about her, but today, I was reacting differently, and judging by the expression on Isabelle’s face, she could tell as well. I hesitated and then forced myself to speak the words I knew she wanted to hear more than anything.

“Of course, I still find you attractive” I give a fake smile,

“I just find it so hard lately, with how badly Regan treats me” She picks up a flower from the grass and lets it slip through ber fingers, watching it fall softly to the ground, “I guess I’m just feeling insecure” she whispers, glancing at me sideways and adopting a forlorn expression.

She sounds so vulnerable. Maybe the upcoming ceremony was messing with her as well and causing her to feel insecure. 1 tried to remind myself that Isabelle might seem tough on the exterior but that inside, she was still as soft–hearted and kind as she had always been.

“Forget about Regan” my voice is sharp, causing Isabelle to blinkat me in surprise. “When you’re Luna nobody is going to be able to make you feel anything less than what you are. Just because she’s the Beta’s biological daughter doesn’t mean she’s going to be granted leeway. You will still be in charge Isabelle” I reminded her as she gave me a twisted smile, “Regan won’t be able to do anything more to you. You’ll be safe from her.@

She opened her mouth to retort when there came a furious shout from behind us. “Isabelle‘

It was Xavier. The person we had just been discussing. He looked wild, his hair disheveled, a look of rage on his face. 1 wondered what was eating him. He looked as though he was on the verge of ripping somebody to shreds with his bare hands. Even Isabelle looked frightened as she looked at him. It was unusual for him to act this way towards her.

He stormed over.

Xavier, what’s wrong?” Isabelle whispered, glancing fearfully at me.

1/3

Chapter 11

He narrows his eyes, I glance at him, watching as he slowly clenges his jaw, “Did you hurt Regat?” he says with gritted teeth

My mouth falls open in shock. I can’t believe he’s confronting us about that bitch Regan Isabelle’s eyes begin to shine as she shakes her head in denial, tears threatening to fall. I immediately rush to her defense. “Brother, what are you doing? Isabelle has been outside with me” I snapped “You can’t go around accusing people with no proof and especially not your chosen mate” I snarled,

He gives Isabelle a condemning look. A tear trails down her cheek. I feel awful as I put a protective hand on her shoulder. What did Xavier think he was doing? I had never felt so angry as did right then at my brother.

would never hurt Regan” she protests, looking to me for help Never. How could you accuse me of such a

and burnt” Xavier shoots back, folding his arms and tilting his head “And she refuses to tell me

to gain your sympathy” she cried, throwing her hands up “I’ve told you before how cunning she is, how clever and manipulative she can be. Why can’t you

are watery as she glances at me. My arms wrap around her as she begins to sob in earnest.

her clutch at me with desperation, her sobs wracking her body, her head pressed down against my chest as she stares down

shoot your mouth off like that?” I hiss as he continues to stare at Isabelle with an inscrutable expression.

so coldly before. This is a first. I feel a moment of apprehension, What if Isabelle was right? What if Xavier has

to fight you and sort this out between us in a

frantically between us. “No” she cried, putting a hand on my chest, and glancing pleadingly at Xavier who remained motionless “Please don’t fight because of me. I couldn’t bear it You’re twins. brothers for heaven’s sake” she sniffled “I would rather turn and walk away than have you commit such a horrendous act against one another.”

Xavier a look of daggers. If Isabelle hadn’t requested it, I would have thrown down the gauntlet and started fighting with my brother. He was lucky she was so kind–hearted. I

is here. I don’t know what’s going on with you or what is wrong with you, but you better sort yourself out before the ceremony. I’m not letting you

that, then I was going

2/3

Chapter 12

Regan POV

make dinner and leave it on the table, escaping quickly to my room, unable to find an appetite to eat. Thankfully, my father and stepmother say nothing, perhaps sensing that it’s best to leave alone or trying to keep the house peaceful so that I can continue to work at the pack house, perhaps fearing that Luna Jennifer might pick up on what they are doing if they continue to harm

face. I shook my head. He had been furious to discover that somebody had hurt me. It didn’t make sense. None of it did. He had never cared about me being hurt before. Not ever. In fact,

and I knew she wasn’t here to have a conversation. No way. She was furious about something, and I couldn’t comprehend what I had possibly done this time to provoke her anger. She had already but my hand. What more did she want? She narrowed her eyes at me as I sat up slowly, dread rising inside of me. She was between me and the door, so the likelihood of escaping whatever she had in mine was practically nil. Unless I jumped out the window and I didn’t think that

hissed, advancing on me as I folded my arms across

what you are talking about” I denied, staring at

was accusatory “he came and threatened me over your stupid hand” she gestured, her lips curling back. “When we all know that he’s never given a damn about you

hadn’t said anything to Xavier, at least nothing incriminatory regarding Isabelle but it looked as though he had put two and two together anyway. I fought to keep my amusement hidden

he came gut looking for you then that’s your problem” I declared in frustration “Maybe he’s not as stupid as you thought he

moved, so fast she was practically a blur, her hand reaching out to grip my long brunette hair, tightening it in her fist as 1 gave a

you’re so smart, don’t you” she growled, tugging on as my fingernails clawed at her, Isabelle yanking me so that– I fell to the ground, uselessly batting at her hand as she pulled at my hair again, causing tears to

about to tear my

lies I’ve fed him. Same as Xander. They both think that you’re mean and spiteful while I” she paused, yanking my head back to look up at her, tears shining in my

a word to Xavier” I snarled, managing to climb to my feet and face her in the eyes. “Maybe they’re getting more suspicious with the upcoming ceremony” I taunted her as she eyed me for maybe you haven’t been as discreet lately Isabelle. Either way, you messed up, not me” I snapped “so

1/2

Chapter 12

go of my half and I breathed in a sigh of relief, only to double over as she slammed a hand into my stomach, coughing

I hate that we even have to live in the same house, but if you think you’re going to in this for me think again. I will be Luna, she told me, poking me in the chest as I awkwardly

filled with misgiving. I could feel my hand, painfully throbbing, along with the sick churning in my gut from Isabelle’s blow. As usual, my stepmother Heather and my father remained oblivious to what Isabelle was doing to the or didn’t care. I thought about striking back but the thought of being whipped again, my back still sore, caused me to hesitate. Another lashing could kill me. It would certainly prevent me from going back to the packhouse and cause the Alpha and Lana to ask questions. One would think that was a good thing but, in my case, it would only cause further problem Isabelle flipped her hair over her shoulder and then

sure it happens” she promised, looking at me scornfully. Not that anyone would want to be mates with a murderer anyway but how do you suppose it will feel when you’re rejected I’ve heard it can

her, my mouth going dry. “Isabelle you can’t force somebody to reject me I began incredulously, and she laughed in my face.

mate is going to choose? I doubt

Xavier POV

leaves beneath my feet as I tread on them. Eburst through the trees and onto the grounds, putting my hands on my hips and gasping for air. It’s early and I

should just ignore her and pretend not to see her. After yesterday’s incident, Xander and I almost came to blows, but something propels me to go to her. Some instinct that won’t et ine refuse and before I

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255