Tangled in Moonlight: Unshifted (Ava and Lucas)

Chapter 146

Chapter 146 Ava: Without His Knowledge...

Lucas watches me with concern and care, but all I can say is, "Oh."

Some part of me had expected Mom to stay in a coma forever. Or die.

I didn't think about her much. Ignoring her existence is easier than dealing with—well, everything.

"I would have to return to Blackwood in order to question her." Every word is careful and measured, as though he's not sure how I'm going to respond.

He doesn't invite me to go. I'm not sure I want to. He probably realizes that.

Selene glances toward us, her ears flicking as she listens.

"I don't think that's the best idea. Your pack needs you here. They need to see their alpha." I'm hesitant to speak up, but Selene's watchful gaze gives me a little confidence. "Alpha Clayton is still there, isn't he? I think he should lead the interrogation."

It's our first time saying his name between us, and I can feel Lucas' muscles tense.

Trying to give him a little comfort, I grab his hand, threading our fingers together. A silent message that I'm still here. That I've already made my choice.

My heart hurts when I realize how little I've really thought about the damage I've done to this man.

He relaxes, drawing me closer, his thumb rubbing against the back of my hand. "You're right. I'll call him."

It's amazing how warm my heart feels, knowing that I've given Lucas a little peace of mind, with a hint of my heart.

I've wasted so much time worrying about his intentions. Worrying about being trapped in a gilded cage.

Being brave is easier than I thought it would be.

He brings our joined hands to his lips, pressing a gentle kiss against them. "I have to meet with Kellan and discuss everything, but I'll keep you updated. I promise."

* * *

The front door closes with a soft click, and Lucas' warmth disappears with him.

hugging myself as if that'll hold all the broken pieces inside of

Mom's awake.

Lisa's gone.

Vampires attacked.

get in

hiding in a city of

lot to

wear a hole through the floor. She watches me pace, her attention distracted from her show. Why don't you summon Sister Miriam and see if you can get some answers? That

thinking about Lucas. About the baby steps

"I can't."

that what you wanted

my

Because of Lucas.

not a question. Selene's too perceptive for that. She

want to lose his trust by

So, tell him everything.

looks at me differently? What if he

is quiet for a long moment. Then she nudges my leg with her nose, her fur soft against my skin.

to even admit it, and I laugh

still here, despite everything. He's nothing like my

happy. I want you to be happy. Selene's words

always call

based on

the tip of my tongue to say fate, of

bond insistently tugging us together, it isn't the reason I want

It's just Lucas.

came for me. How he's been there,

Our fated bond drives us together, but it's not why I

your chosen mate, even more than he's your fated

"But what if—"

can't build a relationship on secrets and lies. But it's

betrayal to put my

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255