The Alpha Chose Me by Missy Elliottxo

"I'm getting there". It really wasn't that bad, yes I still missed Florida but I was getting used to it here. Day three and it was slightly better

"Everyone treating you okay?". She asked. I had a feeling she also knew I was struggling a little. "Alanna was saying some of the girls around here haven't been that welcoming". Alanna needed to learn to keep her mouth shut.

"Sorry to pry honey. Alanna has a big heart she just wants to make sure you're okay".

"Girls can be mean". I shrugged. I wasn't going to let it bother me anymore or at least I was going to try. It wasn't worth it and if I wanted to hang out with Jake then I would.

"They can be little bitches". Charlotte stated. "But you're a strong one I can tell". She winked just as Alanna finally graced us with her presence. "Alanna set the table your dad and brother will be home soon". My heart rate spiked a little. I was excited to see him.

"I'll help". I offered.

"No honey you sit there I need to talk to you. Alanna". She gave her a knowing look. "Set the table".

She wanted to talk to me? Talk to me about what? I was nervous, worried even.

"Do you like my son Leah?".

I didn't know what to say. This was his mom, she came across as the mother that would kill for her family. She was fierce.

"We had coffee". I blurted out. My nerves were getting the better of me. I was so lame, I felt put on the spot. "He took me for a burger". I added. Was it getting hot in here?

"So you've been hanging out together?".

"Yes". Taking a sip of my water I wiped my forehead. I was sweating. I had no idea what she was trying to do.

must like

"Mom".

He was here.

get cleaned up for dinner it'll

asked needing a few

bathroom is". Following behind him I couldn't stop

eyes he stopped at the top of the

me I took a deep breath. Turning on the cold tap I splashed some water on my face in hopes I'd calm down. His mom really did put me on the spot. Rubbing some cold water on the back of my neck

a seat.

I. I liked him, he seemed like a nice guy but I wasn't going to rush into something I wasn't ready for. Today was

my hands. "Just coming".

when she got wind about Jake taking you for a burger she lost it. She's just

that possible? He

"Never?". I asked.

I wasn't about to become his flavour of the month. "But they all seem to become obsessed with him. I swear he brings a girl home and we have to force them to leave". She wasn't doing a good job at selling him to

Charlotte was plating up some food. Jake was already sat at the table his head buried in his phone. I took the seat furthest away from him. I couldn't be angry at him for bringing girls home and I wasn't I just

roast chicken is okay for you Leah". Charlotte placed a plate fit for a king into from of me. Did Alanna also tell her mom I

I didn't know where to start. I

the new kitchen Leah?". Jacob

job and I can't wait to see what it's like when it's finished". It was more modern now and

for helping us out I appreciate it". We wouldn't

we finish the kitchen we'll start on the bathroom. I think your

she has". Taking a sip of my