Strings of Fate

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.

would be considered almost… shameful if I couldn’t fulfil at least the three basic expectations of courtship. I don’t want anyone thinking that I don’t deserve you.” he

to judge anyone as undeserving it would probably be me. I saw the way

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seriously.

not true, you are so much more than I deserve, and if others 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

draws his gaze to me. Finally, he reacts. He puts an arm around my shoulder and pulls me into his chest. I got

is ridiculous how happy you make me.” he mutters, face still pressed into my hair. I didn’t even do anything, he’s usually the one taking care of me. I should tell him how 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. But not now, right now I just want

I’m not ready for that to

from me. He gestures towards the door and I give a silent nod. Without a word, he takes my hand and leads me out

to happen

down. I’ll also have to have a meeting at some point in the next few weeks with the other Alpha’s to explain the situation. It shouldn’t be a problem since there were lots of witnesses to what happened. I won’t let Megan get in any trouble.” He assures me. Since I know how obsessed he is

feeling but it can’t be good and I don’t think I really know how to comfort

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I did

be showing on my face because Bellamy places a

best as he can in

hey. What’s wrong? You’re overthinking something. Talk to me.” His voice is calm

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

up the pieces and while we’re on the topic, I kissed your brother and could really use