Page 124 of The Alpha and His Song: Volume One

Sassy was happy about everything Keaton was saying though. I whispered, “I hope that’s true.” Keaton looked into my eyes, “It’s absolutely true. You’re my song and I’m not leaving you.” Sassy sang her song happily.

I actually wished we were older so we could have more days like this. it would be nice if we didn’t have to go to school with Lisa’s petty self. Keaton told me, “I need to go take care of some things, I’ll pick you up for school tomorrow. I have a surprise for you after.”

I teased, “You spoil me.” Keaton told me with complete sincerity, “I’ll give you everything I can, Odette.” Tears filled my eyes. I said, “You are too nice.” Especially for me. I was a weirdo who was definitely not normal.

After Keaton left, I ended up back in my other room. I saw all my other half-brothers had emailed me. I was about to respond when I saw another email I didn’t recognize but I did know the last name. Sassy hissed. I rolled my eyes thinking this ought to be good.

Odette,

I want to start out by saying I am close with your mother. I also want to apologize for my son. I know he hurt you. Please know we are getting Luke into anger management and therapy. If you would unblock him, you’d see Luke is sincere in apology. I promise you that.

I myself am greatly disappointed about how everything has worked out. Luke was going to bring you here the weekend after your sixteenth birthday. I was looking forward to meeting the girl who put a smile on my son’s face.

I do want you to know, we would welcome you with open arms here. I know your mother is off traveling, and you must be lonely. I could send Luke to you for a weekend. I’m willing to send a car for you and fly you out here. The family would all love to meet you.

Luke has had nothing but wonderful things to say about you. Your mother told us you are aware of your betrothal to Luke. I’m sure that is quite strange for you. It’s not the way of the times these days, but I promise Luke will give you a good life.

Our family often does things like this. Your marriage to Luke may not start out with love, but it could grow. I have given several people here your email so they can explain their own love story. I just want you to see there are many people who still have arranged marriages. Sometimes your parents know best. When you’re young, you think you know everything. I know I did.

Consider unblocking Luke. The offer for a trip here will always be extended to you.

Think on it,

Darwin

Was that entire family off their rocker?! Not with the times. NOT WITH THE TIMES?! Oh, let me just accept your most gracious offer to stay for the weekend AND NEVER LEAVE! Because you want to kill me. I started to type a reply. Then deleted it then forwarded Dawin’s email to Caspian.

Caspian,

You should do something about this crazy other family. They are OFF the reservation. Not with the times? NOT WITH THE TIMES?! UNBLOCK LUKE?! MARRY HIM?! COME FOR THE WEEKEND? EXCEPT HE MEANS COME TO STAY UNTIL YOU POP OUT A KID THEN DIE! WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE PEOPLE?! AND YES, I AM SHOUTING!!!!!!!!!!

The accidental tripper killer is going to INTENTIONALLY kill them. Oh god, that sounded terrible. I don’t mean that. Yes, I do. No. GOD, THEY PISS ME OFF! Ok, bye.

Odette

I went to bed angry and ended up tossing and turning all night unable to sleep. I got up and picked an outfit. It was a short red skirt with a black turtleneck. I picked thigh high stockings and some boots. I curled my hair and did my make up.

Sassy started singing just as I completed my look. Good. I needed to breathe Keaton in. Man, I had become so creepy. I opened the door before my boyfriend even knocked. Keaton looked surprised when I jumped in his arms then hugged me back.

Keaton apologized, “I’m sorry I’m running a little late. Are you ok?” I snorted, “Yeah, I’m good. Let’s get to school.” The day was going smoothly, almost too smooth. Sassy seemed on edge though. It came to a head when I went to the bathroom right before lunch.

Several people thundered into the bathroom while I was washing my hands. I spotted Lisa’s enraged face in the mirror. My boyfriend’s ex shrieked, “What did you do?!” I frowned, “Huh?” Sassy was hissing away and I was barely managing to keep it in my head.

Lisa pushed me back into the sink counter, “You don’t get to come in here and mess everything up, you stupid bitch! You have NO idea what you are dealing with. Back off!” I snorted, “I was just washing my hands. You’re the one who came in here making threats.” I started recording on my phone.

Lisa threatened me, “You think I don’t know where you live? Keaton can’t always be around to save you.” I asked, “Are you threatening me, Lisa Kipner?” Keaton’s ex snorted, “Katie, I could kill you and no one would find your body.”

I scoffed, “I sincerely doubt that. Maybe you could have someone do it for you. That sounds more like your style than doing something yourself.” Lisa sneered, “That’s right. I know people who could make you disappear. Stay away from Keaton, he’s mine! Continue on this path and you’ll die.” She went to slap me, and I let her. Lisa smiled as if she won something.

I commented, “Well, now I know why Keaton said your punch didn’t hurt him. That was a very sad slap.” I pushed past her and walked out of the school directly to the police station. The lady at the front said, “Hello, how can I help you?”

I answered, “I would like to take out two restraining orders?” The clerk asked, “TWO?!” I nodded, “Yup.” I showed her everything from Luke I had then the video with Lisa. The police officer sighed, “Well, the girl I can help you with. Unfortunately, I can’t with your ex. There’s nothing we can do. He doesn’t live in this state.”

I asked, “So, Luke can show up with no consequences?” She told me, “If he shows up, you can call 9-1-1. We can keep him away from you.” That was ridiculous, but I went ahead and took out the restraining order on Lisa.

I went back to school as it was ending. Keaton was standing next to his truck with Keith trying to calm him down. I asked, “Key, are you ok?” My boyfriend whirled around and ran to me. Keaton pulled me against him, “I was worried. You didn’t answer your phone.”

I didn’t notice he’d called because the cops were using it. I lied, “It’s in my locker. I need to get my stuff.” Keaton asked, “Where did you go?” I brushed that off, “Let’s talk about that later.” He nodded while Keith smiled at me.