Strings of Fate

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“When did you learn all this?” I ask, baffled. Megan laughs.

“It’s something my mum used to tell me as a kid. When we were little it was unclear if it would be me or Bellamy that came out as more dominant and became the Alpha. We are twins after all. It wasn’t until our teenage years that it became clear. So we were both taught as if we might end up in charge one day.” She pauses.

“Honestly, I’m glad it’s not me. Bellamy likes running things, I don’t mind as much. Which is probably why things turned out this way.” I tilt my head in question.

“You didn’t know as children?” I ask. She nods firmly.

“Yeah, most Shifter children grow into their positions in the hierarchy. There’s a whole nature. bs nurture debate, how much of it is genetic and how much depends on who raised them. Bellamy and I are dominant, but is it because we have Alpha parents or because we were RAISED by Alpha parents. It’s hard to say. Sometimes a shift in personality causes someone to become more or less dominant over time. Often an older Shifter will become less dominant as they become more accepting and passive and allow the younger generation to take over.” I listen in fascination. I hadn’t realised that this was something that could change. But wait…

“If that’s the case, how is it that mates are always equal?” I ask. Megan shrugs.

“Not sure, it could be that being with the right person balances you out. Brings out different sides of you. But it’s not like it’s something we can really test for sure.” Huh, that’s new information. I feel my phone vibrating.

Harry- Hah awesome..

Harry-

are you still there?

Harry- You guys are having an in–real–life conversation without me again, aren’t you

Harry- We need to all catch up in person sometime, partly because I haven’t actually met you. Megan and partly because I’m pretty sure I’m missing half the gossip right now.

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Ryann- OMG you’re right. Sorry, we got sidetracked. Yeah we should definitely all catch up.

Megan- And soon!

Harry- Good, I’ll figure something out and get back to you. For now, enjoy your conversation and good night you traitors.

Harry-

Ryann- Night Harry.

Megan- Night!

so I agree to let her sleep. I head into Bellamy’s room and find him lying in bed reading

Ry, did you enjoy your game?” He

it terribly, but it was fun anyway. Have you been

old one. Bellamy insisted we get them since I apparently get cold at night. I stroke the soft fabric, pleased with it despite the fact that he really didn’t need to. I try to remember what Megan told me about male Shifters going a bit gift crazy for a while and decide against commenting on the new pillows. I remember touching them while out then walking away. Bellamy must have gotten them anyway. Despite

double murder, Megan

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that awful?” I ask. Bellamy clutches me tighter and

It is horrible. I think the male victim was a guest lecturer at Megan’s university.” He

explains why she said it was all anyone was talking about there.” I pause and

you… do you think the kid is okay? I mean, probably not okay, but alive at least? They wouldn’t take her if she

answer.

possible.” I snuggle in

police will

Bellamy answers, his tone is doubtful and I sigh

sleep better if there’s

bothering you, isn’t it.” Bellamy

I don’t know what it is. I just… I feel horrible for her. Even if she is alive, and even if she is found safely, what is she going to have left? Someone broke into her home and killed both her parents. She’s going to be an orphan, probably end up in one of the group homes or foster care and…

It is.”

was something we could do to help.” I comment. Bellamy nods.

maybe someone could stop by that house. They could probably at least tell the police what species the kidnapper is?” I suggest nervously.

you should ask Aaron. He’s

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here anyway he could go check it out.” He

mind? It’s not really his job…”

be happy to help. Send him

ask? Is it because he

so determined that I