Strings of Fate

Chapter 57

57- Worries and worth

“I didn’t use ALL the methods of courting, there are three main aspects to Shifter courting. First I show that I can provide for you with gifts of food and clothing. Second I show I can protect you, I got the rules about shoes changed at your workplace and literally fought the Vampires to protect you so that counts. That just leaves proving that I will do the same for our children.” He concludes. I choke on my water. Bellamy is out of his seat in a second. He

moves onto the bench next to me, patting and stroking my back as I regain the ability to breathe. He looks like he is trying not to laugh.

“Breathe Ryann, hypothetical children, relax.” Bellamy chuckles and I glare at him.

“And just what kind of new and confusing behaviour can I expect from you regarding this?” I demand. He sobers up a little.

“I’m not entirely sure, usually this would be proven by making an effort to be active in the family, taking care of younger siblings, or elderly family members of the female being

courted…” He trails off.

“… and I don’t have any.” I conclude with a deep sigh. Bellamy begins rubbing light circles on my lower back again.

to prove

“Hey, don’t worry about it. You have us now, and I’ll work out some way it to you.”

He sounds determined. I shrug.

“It doesn’t really matter, you don’t need to prove anything to me.” I inform him. He drops his

gaze.

fulfil at least the three basic expectations of

they’re going to judge anyone

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seriously.

can’t see that then they’re idiots.” He says this so passionately that I can’t help but flush bright red. I take a calming breath then before I can talk myself out of it, I lean forward and place a quick kiss on his cheek. Just a slight brush of my lips, he probably barely even felt it.

seat awkwardly a moment and the movement draws his gaze to me. Finally, he reacts. He puts an arm around my shoulder and pulls me into his chest. I got willingly, if only to hide my tomato red face. I feel him press

I feel, say something, but I’m too embarrassed. Maybe I can do something for him, to show him. I’ll have to think about it.

and I’m not ready for that

I give a silent nod. Without a word, he takes my hand and leads me out to the car, keeping me close by his side. We are almost

to happen now?”

meeting at some point in the next few weeks with the other Alpha’s to explain the situation. It shouldn’t

am going to have to deal with Darrien who is sure to sass me about Bellamy and Megan… I’m not sure how she is feeling but it can’t be good and I don’t think I really know how to comfort her. What if she’s mad at me? She didn’t seem mad when we spoke last but she was in shock. Maybe she’s upset that I told her about Tristan. Maybe she’s angry that I waited so long to

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did

showing on my face because Bellamy places

himself as best as he can

me.” His voice is calm

she’s been a wreck this whole time while we were just sleeping and getting food? I am an awful friend.” I’m on a roll and now that

fated mate is here to help pick up the pieces and while we’re on the topic, I kissed your

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