Page 127 of The Alpha and His Song: Volume One

Mom asked, “So, when will Katie come over to meet us?” I frowned, “I don’t know.” Mom frowned, “But you brought her to the pack grounds.” I pointed out, “Katie didn’t go inside anywhere. Or meet anyone besides Allison and Arden. Most people just stared at her, which she absolutely noticed.”

Grandpa Frank busted up laughing. I smiled, greeting, “Hey, Grandpa Frank.” Great Uncle Jordan offered, “She is pretty.” I asked, “How did you see Katie?” Did he set up a camera? Uncle Jordan smiled, “I had a meeting here, so I saw her as you were leaving.”

Mom pouted, “Oh come on! Why does everyone get to see her in person except Chase and I?!” I argued, “It’s not everyone. Grandpa Frank hasn’t met or seen her either.” Grandpa chimed in, “That’s true, it’s always me that’s in the group that doesn’t get introductions.” What?

Grandpa swirling his drink saying, “I’m just not sticking my head up my ass about this one. No siree. Frank is just sitting back, drinking his whiskey while laughing at each and every one of you.” I asked, “What?”

Grandpa winked at me before continuing, “In fact, Keaton my boy, have a glass of whiskey on me.” He practically shoved a glass at me. I replied extremely confused, “Ok.” Grandpa said, “You are giving me my justice, the karma that I have been waiting for. I have been oh so good whilst waiting.”

I told him, “I have no idea what you’re talking about.” Channing admitted, “Me either and Ratchet isn’t sharing.” Mom huffed, “None of that was my fault! I told you things, Frank! We had our own secrets from Chase. I told you things, when he didn’t.”

Grandpa chuckled, “I already knew at that point.” Mom threw her hands up, “That still wasn’t my fault! UGH! This is just absurd. This whole thing is ridiculous.” Before anyone could reply someone knocked on the door.

Dad opened it and Aunt Susie and Uncle Sebastian burst inside. Aunt Susie squealed, “I heard a rumor.” I snorted knowing exactly what the rumor was. She continued, “That my nephew brought a beautiful girl to the pack. I also heard a certain someone, who I loathe, is very upset about it. That last detail made my whole day.”

I asked, “Who’s mad?” Everyone looked at me funny. I asked, “What?” Uncle Ollie answered, “Uhh it’s Lisa that’s mad and mad is not the right word. Foaming at the mouth, might be better.” I frowned, “The girl with the high pitched voice that I saved from a rogue attack? Why would she be mad?”

Keith flashed into the room with May while everyone else looked at me like I had two heads. Great Uncle Jordan declared, “I love being in the right room at the right time. What just happened?” I asked again, “What?”

Keith said, “Uhh that’s just an interesting way to describe Lisa.” I asked, “How would you describe her then?” Emmett came into the room then said, “I’d personally call her a pain in my ass. YOU might call Lisa your ex-girlfriend.” I shrugged, “Meh.”

Mom shrieked, “MEH?! Did he just say meh?!” I said, “Let’s be honest, Lisa’s kind of annoying. I’m not sure why I hung around her so much.” Channing linked, “Uhhh Keaton are you ok?” My wolf began playing memories of me and Lisa together.

Wow. Lisa and I hung out more than I thought we did. Damn. She really was a bitch. Why did I put up with that? I was right earlier; the sex was nowhere near worth all that bullshit. Now Channing was stunned.

Keith asked, “Is sex with Katie that good, little brother? It’s so good you forgot Lisa altogether? Because I’ll tell you now, I’m here for that.” May elbowed him in the guts. My twin asked, “What? I am. Keaton’s acting like he didn’t date Lisa for five years.”

I shrugged, “Channing reminding me of some stuff. The bottom line is Lisa’s a bitch. I have no idea why we dated so long. Literally everything he reminded me of was a reason to break up. There was nothing in that relationship to hang onto really. Or worth putting up with her. Oh well, I’ve moved on now.”

Emmett said, “Ok, I need to meet this girl. What the HELL just happened?” Great Uncle Jordan said, “I already asked that.” I asked for what felt like the millionth time, “What?!” Alexandria gently said, “Keaton, you’ve gotten in multiple fights with family over Lisa. You also spent a lot of time with her, but you’re acting like you don’t remember that. Or the fact that she’s your ex-girlfriend.”

I explained, “I remember hanging out with Lisa, and I know we had some good times. I know she’s my ex. More importantly I know she’s a bitch. I don’t remember fighting with you guys over her. Why would I? She’s not my mate. Thank the goddess because I think she hates me and I’m pretty sure I loathe her. No, I do loathe Lisa a lot. She sucks.”

Mom shrieked, “You don’t remember arguing with us over her?! CHASE DANIELS!” Dad asked, “Son, did you hit your head?” I answered, “No, and you guys are being weird about a girl who means absolutely nothing to this family. Lisa’s not mine and I’m not with her.”

Uncle Cameron said, “I’ll be damned.” Grandpa Frank chuckled, “It’s like Alpha swagger on crack.” What? Dad pressed, “Are you sure you didn’t hit your head, son?” Channing took over, “He didn’t. It does feel odd, the instinct to protect Lisa is gone. Keaton sees her how he did before I came to him.”

Dad questioned, “How would that be?” Channing answered, “He feels how he did before, and right after, he saved Lisa. Keaton didn’t really care either way about her other than he has Alpha blood. That’s how he feels now. It’s as if the past means nothing.” He let me take back over.

My wolf was right, I didn’t much care for Lisa. I don’t think it could be overstated that she clearly didn’t like me either. Alexandria blinked rapidly with a stupefied expression on her face. Grandpa said, “Well, damn. If I knew we just had to get him a new girlfriend I’d have had Haley set him up with a Fairy.”

Mom snorted, “You did try to have Haley set him up with a Fairy.” Grandpa replied slyly, “Which you can all apologize for interfering with. We could’ve had normal Keaton back years ago. It’s not like I was breaking him and Lisa up. I simply pointed Haley in his direction.”

I laughed, “I thought you stayed out of relationships.” Grandpa smiled, “I merely told Haley she should be on the lookout for a nice girl for you. Who could’ve predicted she’d find a Fairy and have a date set up? Fairies. What can you do? Nothing. That’s what Frank can do.” I snorted.

Keith said, “Ok, let’s just go to sleep to ponder this very strange turn of events.” I snorted, “It’s not strange.” Everyone exchanged looks like they though it was. My twin kissed May and inclined his head to the stairs. I flashed up them with him.

Keith asked, “What the hell happened last night, little brother? Did someone hit your reset button?” I snorted, “No. I thoroughly ravished sexy Deadpool. I’m pretty it was the sight of Katie with weapons. They were fake but damn those swords looked good in her hands.” Keith blinked at me rapidly.

I continued, “Then we just couldn’t get enough of each other today and didn’t manage to make it to school. We did get Allison and Arden though, which is the important piece. That reminds me, I need to talk to Clara.” Keith looked at me like I was crazy. What was his deal?

I linked Clara, “Where are you?” Clara snorted, “Hearing interesting stories, that’s where Clara is. Are you ok?” I replied, “I’m fine. Can you look into Supernatural’s that get a Supernatural pet?” Clara replied, “Umm are we saying your mate who doesn’t know she’s a Supernatural has a Supernatural pet?!” I answered, “Yup. Said pet won’t tell Channing what Katie is.” Clara replied, “Goodie. Sounds fun. I’ll look into that.” I chuckled, “Thanks.”

My Beta replied, “Sure. Are we not talking about this one hundred eighty degree turn you’ve done, reverting to thirteen year old Keaton, on Lisa?” I asked, “Why is everyone being weird about that? I think everyone could agree Lisa hates me.”

Clara snorted, “Because I’ve been wondering what the hell happened to the Keaton who found Lisa annoying. That girl constantly tried to be around us. You included her because you’re you, but you didn’t spend much time with her.”

“Then Lisa got attacked by rogues, and you significantly changed your tune about her. Then we had Lisa’s mouthpiece after you ate that lunch with her that she prepared to thank you for saving her. Which I still don’t think she prepared when you factor in that she can’t cook!”