Tangled

Chapter 95

95 Ava: Lisa (II)

A light tapping at my door pulls us out of our giggling.

“Come in,” I call out, wiping the last of my tears away. I’m sure my eyes are red and puffy, but I can’t find it in Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

me to care.

Dr. Beaumont steps into the room, her smile gentle as she takes in the sight of us huddled together on the bed. “Well now, isn’t this a pretty picture?”

For the past few days, Dr. Beaumont has been

thorough in my care. I’ve come to enjoy her visits, even if they’re just for work. She’s respectful to both nurses and patients, and doesn’t treat me with the awed deference like some of the nurses do.

Everyone knows I’m their alpha’s fated mate, even the humans. Few seem to understand that we aren’t in a

relationship, though.

It is interesting to see how many humans think of Lucas as ‘their‘ alpha, though. I’m used to a distinct difference between shifter and human, even in the Aspen territory. Here, there are humans working alongside shifters, and they even interact with each

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other. Just yesterday I heard a shifter nurse talking to a human doctor about her mate’s desires for shifted

sex–something I’ve known about but never heard talked about–and the human hadn’t been scandalized.

She’d even asked questions.

Maybe she watches the same show Selene does. TV is great for normalizing things.

“Lisa, this is Dr. Beaumont. She’s been taking care of me.” I introduce them, watching as they shake hands.

“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Lisa.” Dr. Beaumont’s eyes twinkle. “I must say, a little company has really helped

Ava here look

swollen, and hurt a little when I blink. Still–having Lisa here, -being

It’s helped.

A lot.

says earnestly, like an older sister more than a

chuckles. “Oh, it’s my job. And even if

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when it comes to Ava’s care. She’s in the best

hands here.”

of everything, and it’s not a secret.

about you, you know,” Dr. Beaumont continues, her voice softening. “I’ve never seen him so

worried.”

part, the part that’s still raw and hurting

know,” I manage finally. “I

always are. But from what I’ve seen, the two of you have something special. Don’t let fear hold

offering silent support. She knows better than anyone how conflicted

just wanted to check in and see how you were

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Lisa

to check you at least twice a day to make sure everything’s doing well. Sometimes, the wound heals too quickly and traps infection within, causing abscesses. It shouldn’t be an

on.”

speaks. Lisa settles into the

covering my neck and shoulders, her brow furrowing in surprise as she examines the skin beneath.

scar. “These have healed remarkably well, Ava. They’re a bit raised and discolored, but that’s to be expected with such deep wounds. They might heal

did to me, makes my skin crawl. I don’t

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by tomorrow.” She glances up at me, curiosity bright in her eyes.

softly. “I’ve always healed normally.” There’s no reason to explain Selene’s existence to anyone here. I still haven’t spoken to Lucas about her, and I

if we can get over

aren’t

clouds with

regardless, this is excellent news. You’re

a grin spreading across her face. “That’s great! You can come stay with me, Ave. Your overprotective alpha has

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thus

hotel.

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