Lahat ng Kabanata ng A Beta's Regret - A Twist of Fate? : Kabanata 91 - Kabanata 100

The cars are pulling up outside of our houses, and I am feeling a mixture of emotions right now. Glad that we had finished our travelling. It had been difficult being over there, but I was glad we had done it. I needed to do it - for me, and for Rose. It had been a long day, a long flight, and home was an appreciated sight, as expected. I was certainly glad to be home, yet the vision of Rose being in my home keeps replaying in my mind though, and I can’t shake that. Our argument just before she came and attacked Ruby.And then there was Ruby – the need to go and see her. A desperation almost to see her, one that I really did not expect to feel. I knew I would want to see her, but this is a yearning almost, like a need. Like it has been too long since I saw her last. Such a strange feeling, and one I don't fully understand. But then, I am reluctant at the same time. Wanting to give her the time and space she needs. She would know we were coming home – there would be no way she did not

We approach the edge of the forest, a short distance from the stone beach of the lake. Jaxx pauses. He is still acting strangely, and it is putting me on edge. His eyes darting across the lake. I can almost hear his heart beating, I am sure of it. Suddenly, movement on the lake catches my view through Jaxx’s eyes. Ruby. Had he known she was here? Is that why he had been acting the way he had? But that would make no sense... Jaxx begins whimpering. Why is he whimpering at the sight of her? Ruby is a friend, has been for so long now. Her and her wolf. This reaction from Jaxx puzzles me. Is he as scared as me of her reaction to us? I can think of no other logical explanation for his actions. He suddenly drops the shorts he has been carrying in his mouth. Before pushing me forward, unexpectedly. I feel my bones twist and pop once more into place as the fur from Jaxx’s body suddenly disappears to reveal my own body. I quickly bend down to pick up the shorts, and as I do I am hit b

We continue to stand by the lake kissing. Yes, we have kissed before, but this feels different, there is a deeper connection this time. I can only assume this is the new mate bond that is there. It feels unreal having her lips on mine. Something I don’t think I will tire of. She gently runs her hand through my hair and I feel myself moan against her lips. “Maybe we should walk back hunni?” I suggest, pausing our kisses. “Oh have you had enough of me now?” she pouts. I chuckle. “Hmm, no. More a case of I can’t get enough of you. And I would rather be in the house” I say with a wink. She giggles, lowering her gaze slightly like she is embarrassed. I love the sound of her giggling. She sounds incredibly sexy. “So we walking home?” I offer her my hand. She smiles up at me, and takes my hand. We begin to walk back over the stones of the beach, and through the trees of the forest where only a little while earlier Jaxx was running around trying to run off his frustratio

Lilah, Gabe, Esme, Manny, Lola and the kids are all sitting out in the garden, enjoying the last of the evening sunshine. Esme, Gabe, Manny and Lola came over for dinner. Something Lilah had arranged with Lola and Esme earlier in the week. Apparently, Dario and Cleo enjoy playing with one another. And Kai enjoys playing with him too. Plus, I am sure Lilah is a little broody and loves snuggles from little Xavier, not that she will admit that! Not that I will complain, I enjoy their company, and sitting out in the garden watching the kids have fun together while we chat and have a laugh, is nice. “Was Jake ok when he got home?” Lola asks. “Erm, I’m not sure actually, I need to check in with him, we got a bit distracted all of us I think…” I said, suddenly feeling terrible for not making sure he was ok. “Don’t beat yourself up about it babe, you have all been away and all had your mates and kids to see, J will understand that” Lilah squeezes my hand. I smiled a

After watching Gabe's display of horrendous spy action, (Oh he was so far from being the next James Bond!) and dragging Ruby inside the house, we had sat talking for all of five minutes or so and I could not wait a moment longer. I literally stood up and said to her “Now, do I get to take my mate to bed, Miss Ruby? I have been waiting for quite some time for this I can’t lie…” And I truly wasn’t lying, it was something I had wanted for a long time, since before we knew we were mates. The fact we hadn’t actually done anything, and we were going to do this for the first time, as mates, was kinda special, without a doubt. So, as much as I have cursed fate lately, it seems fate truly did have a plan for me and my Rubes all along. I just want to make sure this is special for her, perfect... Ruby reaches for my hand, a shy smile on her face, as she looks up at me through her long, dark lashes. I have waited so long for this moment, I truly want it to be perfect. Make her feel amazin