Tangled

Chapter 146

146 Ava: Without His Knowledge…

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

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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‘

10:06

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floor, my arms wrapped around my middle, hugging myself as if that’ll hold all the broken pieces inside of me together.

Mom’s awake.

Lisa’s gone.

Vampires attacked.

get in touch

might be hiding in a city of

think through. To

pace, her attention distracted from her show. Why don’t you summon Sister

pause mid–step, thinking about Lucas. About

“I can’t.”

not? Isn’t that what you wanted to

don’t know.” I rake a hand

huhhling un inside mo

ma “It’s not that

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simple.”

Because of Lucas.

too perceptive for that. She sees

want to lose his trust by going behind his back. But I can’t risk

him

cracks. “What if he looks at me differently? What if he doesn’t want me

quiet for a long moment. Then she nudges my leg with her nose, her fur soft against my skin. He could have given up on

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admit it, and

little. She’s

everything. He’s nothing like my parents. My family.

happy. I want you to be happy. Selene’s words are simple,

call him my ex–fated.”

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based on fate or choice?

tip of my tongue to say fate,

I think

our bond insistently tugging

I want to

It’s just Lucas.

he came for me.

how much I run from

decide, feeling the truth deep in my heart. Our fated bond drives us

be with

he is your chosen mate, even more than he’s

fated one.

“But what if-”

But it’s your choice. I will

betrayal

over Lisa’s life.

it’s the wrong

it is

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