Alpha’s Blood Mate のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 61 - チャプター 70

After my talk with Leo, it felt like I had a firmer grip on life. It wasn't a perfect situation, but I seemed to be managing things better than before. ​I’d even gone back to work. I was still a bit snappy, but I could usually catch myself before I totally lost it on someone. That said, Rowan had been the target of one of my recent moods. I’d finally informed him that he needed to stay away from the bar because of how Mira acted whenever he showed up. ​“Lyanna, come on. Are you serious?” he’d complained. ​“Yes. Do I look like I’m joking?” I asked while we were in the living room. ​“It was a one-time thing. I didn't think it would be such a problem.” ​“I’m going to stop you right there. I’ve known Mira for years. She’s my best friend. I’ve known you for a few months. You’re great, but who do you think I’m going to support in this?” ​My tone must have been sharpening because Leo stepped around the corner and gave me a look. “Is everything okay here?” ​Rowan turned to Leo to plead

Without another word, he pulled his shirt off and tossed it toward the right. That flash of white must have caught the shooter’s attention. Two rapid shots struck the front of the vehicle where the shirt had just drifted to the pavement. During those two shots, Atlas rose and steadied his gun on the car's hood. The moment the second shot sounded from the highway, Atlas let off three quick rounds toward the muzzle flash we could both clearly see.​After his third shot was spent, Atlas ducked back down. We waited in total silence for a few moments, and then it reached us. Cries of agony. Atlas smiled and looked my way. He stood up fast and dropped back down twice, attempting to pull more gunfire. Silence followed. He moved slowly around the front of the car and grabbed his shirt; he swung it over his head, and still, no shot came. He slid the shirt back on and signaled for me to stay with him.​We kept low and moved between spots of cover as we worked our way toward the highway. The cri

I settled her in my office while Atlas and I dragged the corpse deep into the forest out back and covered it up. Lyanna stayed silent. She appeared dazed or in a state of shock. I couldn't even come up with words to pull her out of it.​Just before the sun rose, I returned inside with Atlas, covered in sweat and drained. We stepped into the office, and while Atlas scrubbed away the blood, I phoned Valerian. It would be close to midday in Norway. I was wiped out, so instead of gripping the phone to my ear, I set it on the desk on speaker.​“Valerian?” I questioned.​“Yeah, what’s happening?”​“Is Kenneth around?”​“Hold on.”​There was a rustling noise and Kenneth’s voice came over the connection. “This is Ken.”​Exhaling, I looked between Lyanna and Atlas before continuing. “Kenneth, were you aware that David was a pure-blooded wolf?”​“I’m not sure what you’re getting at.”​“What I’m saying is that not only was your father a shifter, but David Nightwolf’ mother was one as well.”​“No

“No, you must consume it. I believe I have some here at the residence. I’ll make the trip down tonight.”​“Damn, Mom. It’s a two-and-a-half-hour trip. Are you being serious? I’m at a physician's office right now. Tell me what it is and he’ll request it.”​“No, no, no. You’re aware I must contact my physician. I received a discount for it. I⁠—”​“Enough!” I yelled into the phone. Everything became motionless. Doc and Leo went still where they stood; the expression on Leo’s face was one of weary sorrow. Mom became quiet, and I could hear Dad whispering to her, posing questions. “The reality, Mom. Right fucking now.”​“Lyanna, baby, you must understand⁠—”​“All I must understand is what on earth is happening. What medicine am I taking? Tell me. This instant… or… or I’ll never talk to you again.” In that second, a part of me truly meant it. How could I have faith in my parents if they couldn't explain what was occurring even when I asked them directly.​When Mom spoke again, I could detec

Lyanna gestured in agreement. “Well, no concerns regarding the aircraft. The wolf and I have reached a compromise. We can head out whenever. The more this lingers, the worse the situation becomes.” ​“Correct. I’ll begin making arrangements. I have to inform my folks. I suppose there’s no better moment than now. I’ll head down the block now, if you’re alright with that.” ​Lyanna gave a nod. “Certainly. Is it alright if I don't come along?” ​Lyanna still had a peculiar dynamic with my mother after the entire explosion they’d had. Mom had offered her apologies. She’d actually been about a half-step from pleading for forgiveness at one point. Lyanna mentioned she moved past it, but it didn't appear like she was entirely prepared to be close friends with Mom quite yet. ​“Yeah, it’s fine,” I remarked. “Continue with your book.” I made my way out the door toward my parents’ residence. ​“What on earth are you talking about?” Mom yelled. ​I shifted my eyes. “I said Lyanna and I are headi