FAZER LOGIN~Brady~After Lindsey leaves, I’m left alone with my mom and her friends. I have to go to training soon, so I’m mentally preparing to excuse myself when I’m dragged from my thoughts. “Brady! I think I’m going to take your mom up on her offer.” I turn around to make eye contact with Jagger, who has a slight bounce in his step. I can’t help but wonder what has him in a good mood. “And what offer was that?” I’m slightly concerned. There’s no telling what my mom offered him. She’s trying to show off, not to mention she’s doing her best to put space between Jagger and Lindsey. Jagger laughs. “She must have forgotten to tell you. I mentioned that I hadn’t had a good workout since I got here, so she recommended that I join one of the training sessions.” I can tell by the look on his face that he’s up to something. “Sure. I’m leaving in a few if you want a ride. Just let me know.” I try to turn away, but he calls after me. “I’d love one, thanks!” Well at least he has manners. We get in
~Lindsey~ Now it’s Callie’s turn to be surprised. “You did what? But how? You don’t have a wolf!” I shrug. “Humans have mated wolves before. We just assumed it would be the same until I got my wolf. Jagger even thought it might help her come early.” “That’s insane. How old were you?” “16.” I look down. I can’t see the judgment in her eyes right now. “And he was 18?” She asks, raising her eyebrows. “Yeah. Almost 19.” I feel her sit up and grab my hand. “Lindsey, he manipulated you.” I shake my head. “It wasn’t like that, Callie. I loved him. He was my whole world, and I was his. I had been in love with him for three years at that time. I couldn’t see myself with anyone else. I know you hate him, but Jagger is and was a really great guy.” She shakes her head. “Wait a minute. How did he mate Gemma if he was mated to you?” “That’s the worst part.” I look down. “He came to reject me. Technically I rejected him first. I wanted to prove to him that I could move o
~Lindsey~ I heard them talking all around me, but I find it hard to pay attention. As if Jagger’s reminder wasn’t enough, I’m now worried about who White Fang will send in their delegation. My thoughts are a bit chaotic right now. Knowing Walt, he’d love to send Blaine to spice things up; he and Jagger have had issues since day one. Him pursuing me the second Jagger found his mate just added fuel to the fire. I’ve worked through some on the trauma he’s caused me, but I would be happy to never see him again. I think about some of the other options Walt has. If Uncle Rob or Gamma Victor come, he might actually want peace. However if Walt sends his closest warriors, I have no doubt that they will be cunning and vicious. We won’t be able to be at peace as long as they are here. A part of me worries they will try to harm Brady or his family. If Walt would banish his own son, there’s no limit to his cruelty. Plus, I’m pretty sure he killed Gemma to make sure Jagger couldn’t have an hei
~Brady~ Alex leads me out to a private section of the packhouse; I’m fully aware he wouldn’t come to me for something that wasn’t urgent. I hated leaving Lindsey with that snake Jagger, but I have to make sure the pack is safe. “What’s up?” I ask when we’re well out of earshot from anyone who happens to walk outside of the packhouse. “There’s a situation. White Fang wants to send a delegation Saturday, but they’re being discreet about the names of who they’re sending.” I see the conflict behind his eyes. There’s something he’s not telling me. “Ok. The treaty says that we can ask who they’re sending or deny their delegation from entering our lands.” I eye him suspiciously. “What are you not telling me?” Alex sighs. “They say they’re sending their gamma and another high ranking warrior to head negotiations. Finding out who the gamma is doesn’t give us issue, but they haven’t given us a name for the warrior.” So they’re being sneaky. No wonder he’s antsy. “Then they can
~Lindsey~I gulp, silently praying that Jagger is talking about food though I know he’s not. I feel my face warming and hope that no one caught on to his remark. When we were younger, I would get so angry with Hunter, Sam, and Jagger. Before I started dating Jagger, the three of them would brag about their conquests. One of their favorite innuendos was talking about cookies when they were referring to giving oral. Jagger made the remark once after we started dating, and I chewed him out about it. At that point, I believed any kind of sex was special and should only be with someone you cared about. Thankfully I gather myself quickly. “Well that was a long time ago. I guess Brady will have to be the judge.” I place my hand on his forearm, which I find to be extremely muscular. I’ll have to compliment him later. “Well from what I hear you won’t have much time to bake, for a little while at least.” Luna Maci grins at me. “I hear you’ve got a big shopping trip on Saturday.”Aunt Cammie
~Brady~We pull into the packhouse garage after an enjoyable ride together. Talking to Lindsey comes so easy to me. She’s quickly becoming more and more precious to me, a treasure that I want to protect. I try to walk around and open her door, but she opens it before I get there. “I can get that for you, ya know.” I say, disappointment laced in my voice. Knight pouts in the back of my mind. Lindsey stifles a laugh. “I’m perfectly capable of opening my own door. Besides it’s out of the way for you.” She tilts her head and smiles at me playfully. “I’m just trying to be a gentleman. You deserve to have doors opened for you and other stuff like that.” I can’t help feeling downcast. I just want to treat her right. Lindsey grabs my hand, curling her fingers around mine. She leans in, resting her cheek on my arm. “I know, and I appreciate it. But I can do somethings on my own. And don’t pout when you don’t get your way, my alpha. It’s not a good look.” She winks. I’m immediately arouse
~Brady~ This is perfect. Not only do I have a chance to get back at Colton and Grant for the stunt they pulled last week, but I get to see Lindsey in action. There’s not much hotter than a couple of girls fighting it out. Plus she’s wearing some tight leggings and a long sleeve crop top that hug
~ Lindsey ~ Who does this alpha asshole think he is? I meet his gorgeous blue eyes dead on, mischief and arrogance lace his features. “Uh I guess showing me where my classes are since, ya know, that’s your job.” After I make my intentions clear I turn away from him and try to create as much dista
~Lindsey~ I walk down the pavement and open the truck door. “Good morning!” I say with a smile. “Thanks again for picking me up, Mr. Matt. Hi, I’m Lindsey!” I wave to the girl in the middle seat, who I am assuming is Callie. “Hi, I’m Callie. You wouldn’t happen to be this happy every morning
~Lindsey~ After shopping we take a quick grocery run to pick up some fresh fruit, vegetables, and meat. There were basic essentials and shelf stable items already in the house, but Dad believes in cooking healthy meals. Probably the doctor in him feels a little hypocritical telling others to do t







