Strings of Fate

27- Fate and family

I decide I can’t stand it anymore.

“Okay, spill. What is it?” I demand. Darrien turns to face me, his expression serious.

“Miss Gale-” I cut him off.

“Ryann.” I remind him. He grimaces.

“Miss Ryann.” I sigh, it’s progress at least.

“You should not invite men into your room so easily. Particularly other Shifters. I believe it. will upset Alpha Kane. He’s a good man, I don’t like to see him disrespected.” He states. bluntly. I stare at him in shock. I did not see this coming. Does Darrien think Bellamy and I are… I don’t know what exactly, but the way he’s staring is heavy with implications.

“We were just watching a movie. Besides, that has nothing to do with Bellamy.” I say stiffly. Darrien raises an eyebrow.

“With all due respect Miss Ryann. His scent is all over you and your room.” he points out. I flush red. I had no idea that Shifter’s sense of smell was powerful enough to identify different scents on people, although realistically I probably should have worked that one out on my own. Does this mean that everyone can tell when I’ve been spending time with Bellamy? Why

didn’t he say something? The jerk. I feel so awkward, and Darrien definitely thinks Bellamy and I are hooking up.

“That’s not what it’s like. He’s just been hanging out to keep an eye on me, just like you are

now.” I argue.

“Besides, your warning is unnecessary. I don’t generally invite strange men into my room or bed.” I look away, feeling awkward.

“You invited me to sit on the bed.” He argues. I roll my eyes.

“It was a completely different scenario.” My message tone goes off and I grab my phone,

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27- Fate and family

eager to seize the distraction.

Bellamy- I’ve arranged for lunch to be sent to you all at around 12. I didn’t mean to offend. you before.

I laugh at the message. So Bellamy has reverted back to giving me food as an apology. Well I suppose I overreacted a little too.

bit. You were just trying to

then send another as

mention that Shifters would be able to tell we’ve spent time together from

and I was in a hurry this morning. That does explain the strange look my sister gave me when I got

as the look Darrien

Bellamy- Oops.

drop the phone back to the table. This is going to be hard to explain to Megan. I’m surprised she hasn’t called or texted to ask about

lunch for us at around 12. I don’t know what

be very fond of

makes you

non- Shifter with that

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continues.

himself off and his eyes go wide. I can

non–Shifter mates.”

off.

find his mate it helps to have the facts.”

What? Bellamy said that my powers weren’t going to be made public knowledge. I guess I should have known that Darrien wouldn’t really count. He is pretty much Megan’s

curious.” I try again.

I

it!” I demand in a harsh whisper. Being careful not to raise my voice and

Logan.

right though aren’t I? Why

how you feel?” I swing it back to him. He jerks back as if I

I

to his seat. He leans his head

I realised how I felt, she was already with Tristan. Now she’s engaged and it’s too late.” I wonder

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another method. Maybe if I just give him a bit

isn’t the one she’s fated to be with. Fate always works things out in the end.” Darrien is suddenly in front of

makes me face

sure of this?” He looks desperate. I nod. He looks so hopeful. I’m

almost pleading. I can’t

the eyes.

So much for being

about it, at least for now. She isn’t ready to hear it. But I promise. to do what I can to help. Bellamy is