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Author: Eugene Writes
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-27 02:13:43

The rays of sunlight seeped through the slightly opened curtains and fell across my face, forcing me to open my eyes.

I shielded my eyes with my palm as I turned to the other side of the bed and glanced at the digital clock on the bed stand, it was 9:45 AM. I’d overslept again—if you could say that.

It’s been two days since I stepped outside.

I was feeling lethargic and I knew why. I couldn’t bring myself to stand up and go outside. I was still scared and frightened, much to my frustration.

If you let the darkness win, you’ll never figure out just how bright you can shine.

I let out a groan as a line from my favorite movie came to mind. Staying here wasn’t going to erase what happened last night, all I could do was go out and try to make the best out of today.

I decided that I was going to take a stroll through the pack today. There were a lot of places I hadn’t seen since I returned and I wanted to relish my childhood memories.

I picked out a yellow sundress and tied my hair in
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  • My Bully StepBrothers Are My Mates   Seventy-Eight

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  • My Bully StepBrothers Are My Mates   Seventy-Seven

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    Alpha Jason stared at me, debating on what verdict he would give after hearing everything I’d said. I was hoping that he wasn’t going to turn me away because I wasn’t going to take no for an answer. I didn’t just need this because I didn’t trust Zach and Zayn, I also needed it for myself. I was going to lose my senses if I didn’t find something to keep me busy and there was nothing more befitting than looking for the person that poisoned my mother. I need that motivation and Alpha Jason’s approval was key to getting it. “I’ll let you do this on one condition, Ari.” Alpha Jason said. “Whatever the condition is,” I said. “The moment something goes wrong, I want to be the first person to know about it and I want it to come from you—not my boys and most certainly, not a third party either.“I give you my word,” I said. “They’re at the state building, just tell them I gave you the clearance to join them and they will explain everything you need to know.” “Thank you. Look after her fo

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