Caged Between the beta and alpha

RAVEN

After last night's events, and the fact that Aunty Monica almost got poisoned, I felt down. Through training, although Owen behaved, despite the unmasked hatred in his eyes, I was in a morbidly gloomy frame of mind. Liam had been out all night, I knew they were trying to look for more leads. I had mind linked Damon asking if he wanted me over, instead, he asked if I could spend the night as he was going to be out, and I had agreed. Damon had got back late at night and was sleeping when I left for training.

I had now returned to the packhouse and showered, although the boiling water incident remained in my mind. I got dressed in a maroon halter dress, leaving my back on show, black lace tights and heeled knee-high boots. I applied some smoky eye make-up, paying more attention to my brother's eye, I had never thought much of it but loved the fact that my eyes were different. It often made for a good conversation starter when people looked at me. But now, I appreciated it so much more. I left the packhouse, wandering towards the playground and sat on the grounds under a large oak tree, smiling at the few children that were playing, their parents close by watching Once upon a time, there wouldn't have been any need for an adult around, but now everyone was told to be vigilant.

I opened the small bag I was carrying, ready to fix Sparks, when my phone beeped and I took it out, seeing it was a message from Kiara. She had texted to say they were delaying their wedding that was meant to happen in a few months. After losing Alpha Rafael, no one was in the mood for a celebration, it just didn't feel right to have the wedding right now.

I understood that, texting her that I totally agreed with it, and it would be better with the girls being a little older too. I just hoped that this curse was gone and we could all enjoy a royal wedding without any stress! Although I would have loved to get Kiara's insight on it, I knew she'd feel dreadful if she realised Dante's birth was the triggering point of this curse, she had enough stuff going on in her life. I sighed as I threaded my needle and began to patch Sparks body back up. I wanted to visit Renji again, but I wasn't sure if it was the smart thing to do, I didn't want Dad to get angry. I had been expecting him to blast me after what the boys did, but oddly, nothing.

No hateful words or anything. I guess he learned his lesson. I planned to visit them today, I just needed to get everything off my chest and end it. I also wanted to ask Aunty Red if there were any pictures of Renji that I could perhaps have. I just wanted something to remember him by. I sighed inwardly, carrying on fixing Sparks when I heard the sound of Liam and Damon talking from not far off. My ears instantly perked up as I tried to listen to their conversation.

Ok, I was a bit nosy ... But I couldn't help it, I mean, if it was a secret then they wouldn't be talking openly, right?"... to Mom, it's final. " Liam was saying coldly. "I appreciate it, but I don't know if she can handle the change.

"I could smell their intoxicating scents now." Then stay there with her. When I told. Mom and Dad that I put security in place, Dad said it's not enough. He wants her safe. "Liam said icily.

I frowned, were they talking about Aunty M? They had gone silent, I tilted my head trying to listen. "It's rude to eavesdrop Love." Liam's husky voice whispered in my ear, sending my stomach into a fluttering frenzy. 1 gasped and jumped in alarm. I spun around to see him crouching down just behind where I had been moments earlier. While Damon was standing there smiling in amusement.

They both wore only sweat pants, displaying half their glory. I could tell from the thin layer of sweat that covered their god-like bodies that they had just had an intense run or workout. "I wasn't eavesdropping. "I denied looking around for Sparks. Liam reached over, picking him up and dusted him off before holding him out to me. A move that moved me greatly.. Our eyes met and I tried to calm my palpating heart. I took it, our fingers brushing. I quickly got back to my stitching, trying to calm my emotions down as Damon sat down by the tree, leaning back against it." So will you two not tell me what you were talking about?" I asked. Damon chuckled, glancing at Liam before winking at me.

"So, you admit you were curious?" He teased. " No, I'm just asking." I replied. "Uncle Elijah wants Momma to move in with them until this killer is found. 'That's a great idea!" I said approvingly. "I don't know, I'm not sure..." Damon said. He at least looked better than last night when I had gone by." It's not up for fucking discussion." Liam said firmly. "It's a good idea... Also... " I said, glancing around and leaning closer.

"Robyn had a good insight on the you know what." I emphasised towards Liam with my eyes pointedly. "Really, what did she say?" Damon asked, now looking curious. Liam frowned, now glaring at both of us.

"Why don't we just make an announcement and tell the entire fucking pack?" He growled, his eyes flashing. "Look, we're trying to find an answer. " I said pouting. Reaching out I placed a hand on his arm, trying to ignore the way my stomach knotted and that need for him that consumed me, hoping it calmed him. "We can't lose you. "Make sure you don't tell anyone else. I do not want this to get to Mom and Dad. " Liam said warningly." It won't." Damon said nodding " So where were you two?" I asked. " You sound like an old suspicious wife with all the questions.

"Damon teased. I snorted." Hah more like a mother waiting with a broomstick, or in my case, a needle." I said, holding it up before settling down against the tree next to Damon, smiling when Liam sat on my other side. For a moment, it felt like old times.

I stared up at the sun through the branches, letting the warmth bask on my skin. Helios... Surely you can't hold a grudge against one person over an entire line.... None of us spoke, each one of us enjoying the calm. One of the pups threw a ball, which Damon caught and tossed back. I carried on stitching Sparks up until he was done.

His head wasn't quite straight anymore.... and his body was a lot smaller now, thanks to it needing to be stitched in so many places.... I brushed my fingers over it, smiling softly. "You did a neat job." Damon said, not sounding very convincing as I prodded Sparks head, trying to make it stay upright, but sadly

it just lolled to the side again." It's as ugly as ever too." Liam added. I gave them both a glare, nudging them both in the ribs, feeling the sparks shoot through me, each one so different...

I never knew the bond could feel different for everyone. Damon's were like strong tingles swirling through me, whilst Liam's was like a strong bolt of electricity coursing through me. Damon put an arm around me, giving me a n apologetic kiss on the forehead before Liam pulled me out of his hold possessively, his fingers running down my back, his lips brushing the top of my head.

Eww! You two need a shower! I am clean, I don't need sweat on me!" I said before jumping away. Damon chuckled, and Liam cocked a brow." Really? I don't think you'll mind." He said, his eyes boring into mine.

Goddess it suddenly felt hot out here... " Umm, I... I got to go! I have somewhere to be!" I grabbed my bag and, blowing them a kiss, ran off. 1 heard Damon laugh and could feel both of them watching me.

Last night, I had expected Liam to get pissed when he saw me leave for Damon's, but he only scolded me for going out alone. I knew the only reason he even let me go there was because there were guards posted outside, but I was glad he wasn't getting angry over it. Pushing the thoughts away,

I decided to go check up on Taylor and then I was going to visit my parents ...