Chapter 137
Chapter 137
“Alaska?” he questioned. “You’re going to Alaska? In December?”
I shrugged. “Maybe. I’ll keep you posted. Right now I’m booked for five nights in a brand new resort. It’s sort of my Christmas present to myself.”
He considered it for a moment before finally speaking. “I think that’s a great idea, E. I really do.”
“But… “I could feel the “but” coming on.
“But… I don’t want you going alone. The Bulgarians declared war against our pack. I can’t in good
conscience let you go off by yourself like that. It’s not safe. When do you leave?”
“Tonight.”
“Tonight?”
“Yes, tonight. I haven’t told Mom yet, but I’m sure she’ll understand. I was going to grab a quick bite
to eat and finish packing, then hit the road.”
“What about Christmas family dinner?”
“I think Mom will understand. Patrick can take my place,” I said, trying to sound nonchalant about it.
“Patrick’s coming regardless,” he said defensively. “Okay, okay, give me an hour to round up an
escort for you.”
“What? No.”
“Then you don’t go.”
“You can’t tell me what to do, Kyle.”
“As your brother, that’s true, but I’m talking as your Alpha right now. We are at war. You are a Westin. You are not leaving our territory on your own,” he said, letting his alpha power flow over me.
I was livid. I couldn’t believe he had done that. As soon as he lifted his power I stomped out of the room and slammed the door behind me.
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“Elise Cameron Westin. What on earth was that all about? You do not slam doors in your mother’s
house.”
I growled at my father and without a word, turned on my heel and headed for my room. A soft knock sounded on my door a few moments later and I knew it was my mother. She opened the door before being invited.
“Elise? It’s not like you to fight with your brother. What’s wrong?”
Tears were free–flowing down my cheeks. She stared and then her eyes moved to the bed and
widened.
“You’re leaving?”
“Yes. I am. I’m taking a vacation. I leave tonight.”
“Will you be joining us for family dinner?”
“No. I think it’s for the best. Kyle pissed me.”
“Language, my dear.”
“Kyle made me very, very mad,” I said spitefully, after being interrupted in my rant. “It would be best for all if I not attempt at pleasantries with him here. It won’t end well.”
“Tell me,” she said, sitting on my bed and patting the space next to her. I sat with a sigh and put my
head on her shoulder.
“He’s treating me like a child. I’m a grown woman. He’s planning on sending an escort with me on vacation. It’s humiliating!”
“I’m sure he just wants to keep you safe.”
“I can take care of myself,” I demanded.
“I know you can. He knows you can, but we are at war, and it would make me feel a lot more a if you weren’t alone.”
“Mom! Not you, too? This is ridiculous. Let me be very clear. I am packing my bags and I am leaving. I will send you my itinerary so you know where I will be and when. That is it. Are we clear?”
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She smiled a tight smile. “Crystal”
As she left my room, I collapsed on my bed, still radiating in fury. After allowing myself a few moments to wallow, I sat up with newfound determination and began packing furiously. Screw hiding during dinner. I was leaving the second I was packed.
Patrick
Nothing had shocked me more than opening my door that morning to the smell of my mate and a package on my front porch. Inside I found a new shirt and a really nice watch. After some internal back and forth, I had convinced myself they had to be from Elise. My wolf was doing the happy dance in my mind. Could it really be the first real acknowledgment from my mate?
Chase had called later in the morning asking me to join them for dinner. I wanted to ask if Elise was going to be there, but Chase said nothing for me to believe he knew. That meant maybe there was a chance she’d actually be there. Did she know I was coming?
I quickly showered, shaved, and brushed my teeth, making sure to use mouthwash and deodorant. I
took
my time fixing my hair and I wore the new shirt I was convinced she gave me, then carefully secured the watch on my wrist. I had never been this nervous or excited over anything in my life.
Today I would meet my mate, face–to–face.
I checked the clock and it was only quarter past four. Dinner was at six. I couldn’t just show up that far in advance. Sighing, I sat down, trying to decide how best to pass the time. I was grateful when the phone rang, but concerned to see Kyle’s name on my screen.
“Merry Christmas,” I hesitantly answered, worried he was going to tell me not to come over after all.
“Hey, so we’ve got a problem.”
“Bloody hell, I knew it. Don’t worry, I won’t ruin your Christmas dinner.”
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