“It's not about his power. It's about mine. As his mate, his wolf can draw power through our shared marks even though we aren't bonded” I said looking at my parents and Seri silently telling them not to say anything since they'd know I was lying. All of a sudden I heard Lucifer scream in my head. Gripping it with both hands, I asked “what? What's wrong Lucifer?” not realizing I'd spoken aloud through the pain.
“Someone is hurting King and because he's unconscious he can't defend himself” Lucifer said before wailing in pain again.
“Rem, what's wrong?” I heard my mother's voice. Opening my eyes, I saw that she'd moved and was now kneeling in front of me.
“Noah mind link the Alpha and Luna. Get them to send someone to Kings' room now Lucifer says someone is hurting him” I growled through the pain as tears began sliding down my cheeks. After a few moments of silence, while I was still dealing with the pain, Noah and Genie said together “someone will be there in a few seconds.” They must've linked one each because moments later the pain subsided. Waiting for a few more seconds, I searched my mind for my connection to Lucifer but was unable to find it.
“Shit” I said aloud my voice breaking causing everyone to stare at me.
“What's wrong, sweetie?” mom asked still kneeling in front of me.
“I can't find it. The pain is gone but I can't find my connection to Lucifer anymore. Either King is awake which is good, Lucifer blocked the connection himself which could be bad, or we weren't fast enough” I said crying into my hands as mom wrapped me in her arms.
After a few minutes Noah said “King is fine, he's safe. They found Marisole in his room cutting his arm with a knife but they stopped her in time. They're moving him to the medical wing now since he had to have stitches and his arm is now bandaged. He's probably just checking on Lucifer right now.”
“Who is Marisole and why would she attack him?” Seri asked.
“She's Aarons girlfriend. She was in the room when King explained that his true mate might be a vampire. She hates vampires because they killed her brother ten years ago in a bar fight gone bad. So, she probably wanted to use him to hurt you even though she doesn't know who his mate is” Noah explained.
“There's probably a little more too it than that. Did King tell you who his wolf mate was? Did anyone act odd when he was talking about breaking the bond?” I asked finally looking up with tears still streaking my face and letting go of mom except for one hand. A light bulb must've gone off in Carlys’ mind because she said “he didn't but oh my god, Aaron was acting off when King and the Alpha got up to go to the office to complete the ritual. Aaron suddenly wanted to go for a run by himself. Now him running isn't odd but the timing and how angry he looked was. He even slammed the door as he left.”
“I thought he was just pissed because you wouldn't know it by how he acts but he hates vampire too. Wait are you telling me Aaron was Kingstons' mate? He rejected his Luna?” Noah said dumb founded.
“Yeah, I saw the second King realized it with my own eyes. I was watching like everyone else but when King suddenly froze, it drew my attention then I followed his line of sight to Aaron who had a knowing yet sad look on his face. Moments later when the other wolves jumped off the stage, they disappeared. A little while later, I saw Aaron coming back looking upset seconds before we heard Lucifers' howl. After the explosion I checked on Seri then went to check out the site and saw him running away. So, to give him time to himself I masked his scent from every wolf. I found him by following his power signature while leaving his scent hidden” I said looking Noah in the eye so he knew I was telling the truth.
“Wow” he said and then suddenly froze.
“He must be talking to someone” Carly said after Noah had been stone still for a few minutes. We all watched as the minutes ticked by before Noah came back to himself.
“Geez he had a lot to say but most of it I already knew” Noah said giggling. Then looking at me, he said “your mate is awake and said to tell you thank you for sending help. He also said sorry it caused you so much pain and he hopes your head is okay. He wants to see you but thinks that inside the pack borders is too dangerous right now.”
“Okay, we'd see each other at school anyway if he's discharged and it's technically neutral territory” I said then added “if I give you my number could you pass it on so you won't have to be a go between?”
“Yeah, I can do that. Though, I'll have to keep playing go between while he's still in the hospital as he's not allowed to have his phone but I'll program it into his phone so he'll have it when he gets out” Noah said with a chuckle as he handed me his phone.
“Thanks for all your help by the way. I'm glad you were here otherwise who knows what would've happened” I said as a tear slid down my cheek.
“No worries man. I'm glad I was here when all this went down too” Noah said as I handed back his phone.
“Oh and don't worry, they put trusted guards on Kings' hospital room. So, he should be fine at least for now. I'll message you after I visit him when we get back” he said sliding his phone into his pocket.
“Thanks that would be very helpful” I said finally calming down. We talked a little while more before they headed back to the pack house. Another hour passed, before I headed to my room to begin getting ready for bed. I had just finished changing clothes and was heading to the bathroom when I heard my phone beep alerting me to a new message. Grabbing my phone, I sat on the edge of my bed and saw it was a message from Noah. Opening it, I noticed it was a video of King. Clicking on it and turning up the volume I watched the message.
Hey Rem, I asked Noah to record this as I'm not good at writing my thoughts or feelings and since Noah has seen every side of me this isn't that odd. Anyway, I wanted to tell you myself that I'm grateful, if not for you then I may have lost the use of my left arm despite my werewolf healing abilities. As you can see I can still move my hand <lifts his arm into full view and wiggles his fingers then clenches and unclenches his fist> I want you to know that I don't blame you, this wasn't your fault at all. You had no idea that telling me that would lead to this. Lucifer said to tell you he's fine by the way. He tried to control the amount of pain we felt causing him a bit more but he's okay. Noah told me you confirmed being my mate and I understand why you didn't tell me the truth when we were talking yesterday. Though, I kind of wish you had. It explains why I was so comfortable with you. So, I'll have him keep you updated on when I will be discharged so we can meet and talk.<Noah put his hand in the frame with a thumbs up making King laugh> I just want to say, I'm grateful you found me and <after a pause where he looked down, took a deep breath, and blushed before looking back at the camera> I'm glad you're my mate. <then he covered his face with both hands and told Noah to end the recording>
When the video was over, I was crying and it must've been loudly because Seri was coming through my door seconds later. Kneeling in front of me and pulling me into a hug she asked, “what's wrong big brother? I've never see you cry so much.” Pulling back and rewinding the video, I handed her my phone and hit play again.
“Oh wow, he's cute” she said moving to sit beside me as she watched the video. Then as the video ended, giggling she said “and even cuter when he blushes!” Looking at me, she continued “I think he's already fallen for you brother, just look at how much he's blushing. Why did that make you cry though?” Through my tears, I said “it was mostly relief that he didn't blame me for what happened and then I was overwhelmed with joy when he said he was glad I was his mate. But all of it was followed by the fear that he'll reject me despite it all.”
“Oh I don't think that's gonna happen. I think he's already accepted you in his own way but because that's something that should be done in person and not through a third party he didn’t say it” Seri said pulling me into another hug.
“I hope you're right. I feel like I can't breath when I think about him maybe rejecting me” I said into her shoulder.
“Aww sounds like someone’s already fallen in love with their mate” she teased giggling.
“How do you know what love is? Aren't you still too young for that?” I asked shocked.
“Movies.. Television... Books... Manga... The romance genre is everywhere my dear brother and no matter the platform the descriptions are always the same. Your heart beats fast, you blush a lot, and you're so scared you'll loose them that you can't breath among others. Basically, everything you're going through” she said pulling back with a smile.
“Yeah maybe. I guess I'll know for sure when I see him in person” I said with a shrug. Then realized “you haven't said anything about all this...” Quirking a brow she asked “like what? Like about the fact that I'd have another brother instead of a sister? Or the fact that he's a werewolf? Or both?”
“Ummm yeah all of the above. I mean I know moms opinion and I'm sure dads is the same but you never said” I said looking away. Forcing me to look at her again, she said “I don't care that I'll get another brother or that he's a wolf. I only care that he makes you happy and loves you for you.”
“Thanks Seri” I said hugging her again.
“Don't let others opinions of you come between you. Just live for each other because in the end that's all that matters” she said pulling me into another hug. Squeezing tight before letting go, she got up and left my room closing the door behind her. Setting my alarm and plugging in my phone, I headed to the bathroom to wash my face and brush my teeth. Splashing water on my face, I looked in the mirror to see that my eyes had changed colors again.
“How are you Luci?” I asked staring at my reflection.
“I'm fine. I just wanted to make sure you are too. I felt your despair a little while ago but had to wait for King to sleep” he said sounding shaky.
“After talking with my sister, I'm fine now. Still worried but fine. Get some rest, you've been running between King and I for almost two days now” I said gently.
“Thank you, I will” he said and my eyes faded back to their usual bronze. Heading to my room, I laid on my bed and quickly fell asleep. That night as I slept I dreamed about the night my family died.
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