Strings of Fate

37- Bears and birds

The first voice is male, but so high pitched that at first I’m not sure.

“You can hardly be surprised, Alpha Kane, that someone keeps arranging these attacks on you. As the youngest Alpha and an unmated

eat that, you’re sure to be seen as the most vulnerable.” The voice declares, the tone is snide and I instantly dislike whoever the man is that is speaking. The next voice is also male, but far more quiet. I struggle to catch the words.

“There is nothing that Alpha Kane can do to change his age other than wait. It is the second matter that is of more concern. He should find a mate. Perhaps then his position would not offend people as much. It would also secure his position. Perhaps then the attacks would cease, or at least become less frequent.” The second man suggests. His manner doesn’t seem outright rude like the last man. More bored, like he just doesn’t really care all that much. A third man speaks. His voice is loud and boisterous, but seems friendly, at least in comparison

to the last two.

“Give t

the guy a break. We all know the difficulties in finding an appropriate mate. Not one of us had found our partners at his age.” The friendly man seems to be siding with Bellamy in this argument, not that Bellamy has actually spoken yet. Still, I’m fairly sure he appreciates.

the friendly man’s point.

“You act like my brother isn’t even trying to find his mate.” Megan declares, her tone

irritated.

dates weren’t being crashed by mercenary Vampires!” She argues. Date? Is she calling me Bellamy’s date? Is that what she thought was happening? I suppose it’s better than her knowing that Bellamy and I were spying on HER date. But I don’t think I like the suggestion. I’ve already decided that I’m not ready to date Bellamy and I am not ready for her to know that it’s even a

meeting. Someone, a Shifter, has been meddling. Arranging for people to attack and spy on myself and those I have taken under my protection. This is not acceptable.” Bellamy sounds mad. The first man, the one with the whiny high–pitched voice

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of us are involved.” Bellamy’s answer is firm but

punish them accordingly.” All three of the voices give their assurances that they will investigate the matter, although only the friendly one sounds truly genuine. It isn’t until I hear footsteps that I realise the door is about to open and I am

with the bad attitude.

before I can.

A funny look flashes over the man’s face at my name. Did Bellamy or Megan mention

clearly thinks me below

present during the recent attempts on his life. I can only assume he was referring to

me to move out of his way so he can pass, although there is plenty of space for him to step around me. He frowns when I don’t immediately scamper away. I notice him. trying to catch my gaze. Well, if ever there was a time to test my dominance this would be it. I meet his eyes and hold steady. He looks shocked when I don’t immediately submit. I feel pressure but I can stand it. He jumps as a hand touches his shoulder and we both break eye contact at the same time to see who it is. I

over.

voice of

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With him out the way I can see the man behind him, he is short and thin but somehow doesn’t look frail. If anything I would say he looks agile. I step to the side a little to let him pass and he steps to the opposite side a little to go past me.

Galvyn Breeze. He isn’t very chatty.” Darrien comments.

up here.” I head in and Darrien follows. Bellamy is chatting with a man who towers over him. He is huge and generally imposing. This has to be the Alpha for the Bear Shifters. I can’t think who else

he looks exhausted. There are dark shadows under his eyes that are even worse than mine. It almost

answering with my own smile. The giant of a man