The Silent Alpha (Natalia)

Chapter 14: Wingman Part 2

***Jane***

I gasp in fright when I wake up to a bucket of cold water being tossed on my face, Natalia smirking triumphantly at me as she stands by the side of the bed . I wipe the water from my eyes and realize it’s 6:45 am.

“Wake up sleepy head,” She chirps, already showered and dressed in a pair of teal medical scrubs.

“You have to wake up the gremlin and get him ready for school today.” I feel like a ton of bricks are sitting on my chest, my body still exhausted from the lack of sleep.I could not complain, however, knowing I had gotten away with murder by sharing the bed with her.

With great effort, I climb out of bed, my t-shirt clinging to my wet chest.

Talia giggles hysterically as I waddle past her, a part of me happy to see her having fun, even at my expense.

I head for the bathroom first to wipe off the water and brush my teeth before I waddle down the hall until I find Kota’s room.

There’s no response when I knock on the door so I slowly turn the knob and tip toe inside.I find Kota curled up in a ball, his dinosaur pajamas messily clinging to his tiny body.I sit on his bed and push back his hair, exposing his forehead.

He sleeps so peacefully, it feels like a crime to wake is it in silence for a moment, letting him enjoy a few more moments of blissful sleep.I could not explain why, but he made me feel so safe with just his presence, like nothing could disturb us.

He stirs slightly as I stroke his hair and even curls up closer to me.

Remembering my task however, I decide it’s time to wake him.I tap his shoulder and his cheeks but the boy only groans and swats at my hand.

Looking around the room to ensure we are truly alone, I lean close to his ear.

My mouth hangs open for a second before I finally find my voice.

“K-Kota,” I hiss, feeling my heart race in fear Talia would come in and hear me speak.

I tap his cheek frantically.

“K-Kota.P-please wa-wake up…”

“Five more minutes,” he groans, squeezing his eyes tightly.

Unsure what else to do, I wiggle my fingers down his sides and he screams with laughter, kicking his legs about.He writhes against the tickles until he finally sits up.

“G-good morning, K-Kota,” I whisper so quietly, he doesn’t hear me over his own laughter.

“Hi, Zane!” he laughs, cupping my cheeks in his small hands.

He squishes my face, genuinely happy to see me and throws his head back in laughter.

“Hi, Zane!” I stare at his pretty eyes and feel my body relax.

“H-hi K-Kota.”

“H-hi,” chuckle, ruffling up his hair.

“Hi!” he squeals, jumping into my lap.

I find his game amusing and carry on for another 10 hellos before I throw the pup over my shoulder and take him to the bathroom.I help him wash his face, brush his teeth for him, and even put together a simple outfit that I hope is to Talia’s liking.

He insists on combing his own hair but as I watch him struggle, he finally hands me the comb and lets me comb his hair.

Pleased with my work, I crouch down to his level and offer him a toothy grin that he reciprocates.

break- breakfast?” I ask him, my cheeks

with his hands and grinning

happy dance and spinning his

making pancakes but I would figure it out if it killed

until I find

all the necessary ingredients and mix them all up in a bowl until I

up a double burner griddle on the stove and Kota hands me cooking spray so the pour out the batter.I leave it for a while, searching the cabinets for Kota’s plates and cups sol can pour out

burnt batter fills

I rush to the griddle and flip the

laughter at the hideous pancake and I scowl at him as

the pancake too early and spilling it into a shapeless mass all over the griddle.I want to give up but Kota seems to be amused by my lack

deep breaths, I pour out the batter again, waiting patiently until the big

bead of sweat trickles down my brow as I slide the spatula under the

the

howls in delight and I can’t help

gingerly, giving me a thumbs up with his approval.I make a few more pancakes for Talia just

cutting up fruit, slicing up cheese, and making Kota a small

BLT and pray to Moon Goddess that she won’t throw it in my

sandwiches and snacks packed into small paper bags, I find a pen and notepad to write Talia a little note with her

and

with her hair tied up

keep her from seeing my blush and force myself to

and kiss her good morning, Talia inspecting my

job,” she says nonchalantly, wiping some

you as a guardian at Kota’s school, otherwise they won’t let you

the hint and run to the room to change into a t-shirt and jeans and comb my hair.By the time I finish, Talia has already placed

sighs, grabbing her keys

grab it as I pass by

it for a moment before reluctantly

feet and sticks out her hand to me, refusing to meet my eyes.I gulp, wiping my clammy hand

my arms and I feel her shiver

she might, she could

gold While out shopping yesterday, I came across a jewelry store and

of the one my mother used to wear when

without a second thought, knowing such a pretty bracelet could only belong to

see her wear it

me staring at the bracelet, Talia rolls her eyes

to wear it,”

“Can we go now?”

run my thumb across the back

often

building is only two blocks from the house and before long, the sound of children playing in

to kiss his mom absentmindedly on the cheek before running

my grip

a tall, slender woman with thick

Talia

guardian for Dakota,” she

is Zane White.” across it and begins filling out a small

the relationship of the gentleman to

Mrs.Henry asks.

Talia’s smile widens.