Strings of Fate

65- Cameras and chocolate

I have to rinse out my conditioner bottle to get the last bit out but I manage to wash my hair, I drop the empty bottle in the bin as I exit the shower. I dress and towel dry my hair then drop the towel in my hamper. I head out to the living room and glance around.

“Okay step one is shopping, step two is laundry, step three general cleaning.” Aaron gets to his feet. I usually walk to do my shopping, when I suggest this Aaron just shrugs and gestures for me to lead the way. I link my arm with his and we get on with it. The shopping doesn’t

ke too long and the walk home goes much faster than usual as Aaron insists on carrying my bags for me. (Or at least he just took them from me and never really gave me a choice and who am i to argue if he wants to carry stuff?) which is why I’m shocked when I get home and find Shaun and another guy I don’t know are using a drill to remove my front door. Shaun waves cheerfully.

“Morning miss Gale.” I smile awkwardly.

“I locked that… I respond mildly. He nods enthusiastically.

“I know. It only took a moment to kick in. Clearly it’s not strong enough. We’re replacing it, I’ve also got some stuff to reinforce your windows and Alex here is our camera guy, he’s gonna wire your place up with cameras and alarms.” He gestures to a friendly looking redhead. Like all Shifters he seems ridiculously huge next to me, although he is definitely the most lanky Shifter i’ve met. For once, this

guy doesn’t look like he spends all day in the gym. I wonder what he shifts into. Even more interesting, there is a blue thread linking Shaun and Alex. So these guys must be friends. Should make for an entertaining pair. I pause and think. about what he actually said and my eyes widen in alarm.

“Cameras?” Shaun nods, yeah but just covering the front door and car park. Don’t worry it’s not to spy on you, Miss Gale.” He assures me. I take a deep breath. Wait, did they just start? 1 haven’t spoken to Maggie yet! I’m about to ask when I notice her climbing up the stairs slowly, clutching a plate of brownies.

“Hello dear, these boys stopped by and said they wanted to update your security, your friend called me and said it was a gift for you. He even offered to get my place set up too so they’re heading there next.” She leans into me and whispers in my ear.

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“He must be a confident man to send all this eye candy to your front door.” She leans back and fans herself with her free hand. I’m speechless but all the guys start to laugh, even Aaron

cracks a smile.

these big strong shifter men can hear when I whisper things like that.” She winks at

I take one too as well as a spare to give Alex when his hands are free. I take a bite and can’t help but let out a

her way downstairs, escorted by the ever so chivalrous Shaun, we head inside, stepping carefully over the pieces of splintered door and begin putting my

Is there something you want

baking you would be hitting on her too. I’m hoping for more treats, and maybe for a few of

good? I would taken one if I had known they’re

didn’t anyone tell me?” he demands. All

silent and turn to me. Woah, I didn’t expect that to

effective.

Shaun makes an ‘awwww‘ sound and shoves Alex towards us. I laugh and gesture for him to take the remaining brownie. He takes a small nibble at the edge before taking a large bite and

up here, I think I’m in love.” he declares dramatically. I can’t help but

gifted, and spends a lot of time practising. I’m the guinea pig for most of her recipes, I think she’s enjoying having some other taste testers around. She’s been bringing the guards here treats for months now.”

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have her cooking. Even Aaron here is a sucker for them.” I turn to face Aaron who gives a single nod and a slight

you volunteer to be my guard for the treats?” I ask

hurt.” he responds quietly. I

see Maggie regularly anymore? This is awful. I might have to move in. What do you think

knows there’s something between Bellamy and I, but I really

glare at him. He looks away immediately

entirely too happy with himself. Alex is

Kane care if-” he freezes mid sentence and looks

he’s come to. I can’t help but sigh. Embarrassed, I silently put away the last of my groceries and begin organising my cleaning supplies. I find the new laundry detergent and set that aside to take

calls out.