Page 271 of The Alpha and His Song: Volume One

“Especially if Delmar liked her. The Merrick’s would’ve mistreated Odette and many clans would’ve come to aid me to rescue my sister. If we went to war with King Wymore, we would have big losses on both sides. I wouldn’t have left you with them, Odette, but I might have been more diplomatic.”

Cython snorted, “Uh huh. You don’t like them.” Caspian smirked, “I like them more than the Merricks, but no I don’t. They are still dark Sirens. We kicked them out for a reason. They’re just not the worst of the worst.”

I said, “We are cousins.” Caspian said, “We don’t talk to them much.” So, they disliked them for no reason?! Tatum said, “That does seem to be what we are saying. Even though, I don’t like the Wedell’s or their plans.”

Cython rolled his eyes, “Everyone hates the Merrick’s the most.” Caspian added, “And you aren’t related to Delmar.” I knew that. I shrugged, “Lily gave me to them. Why do people keep giving me to people? I’m a person not a thing to be given.”

Dad snorted, “I don’t care who she is she can’t give you to anyone. I’ll kill her.” Good. Tatum said, “A lot of wolves are expressing that sentiment to me.” Chase growled, “Over my dead body will a Siren take my son’s mate as his own.” Tatum teased, “And you were worried they didn’t like us.”

Emmett said, “We’ll go Hood on their ass.” I asked, “Do you know that means something very different to humans?” Emmett smirked, “We do know that.” Caspian gritted his teeth, “Lily officially offered you to the Wedell’s? What were her exact words?”

I shrugged, “It seemed like it was a done deal. Lily said mom was useless and she couldn’t contact her. Lily thought I was back in Nashville further away from my dad, and that Keaton and I were in a long distance relationship.”

“Wymore tricked Lily saying now that I knew we were related they needed to give me to someone other than her plan. When dear, sweet, lovely grandma left the Wedell’s laughed at her for not knowing Prince Delmar was the one they intended me to be with all along. The other man said he would never have sex with his cousin. Prince Delmar planned to be nice to me. It sounded like the opposite of Luke’s plan.”

Haley spoke, “It wouldn’t have worked, Odette.” I looked up and Haley smiled at me, “You’re worried you would’ve fallen for the Wedell’s plan for your life with Prince Delmar because he was nice. Caspian would’ve come for you though. If you’d been told he was your brother, wouldn’t you have wanted to go meet your other brothers?” I nodded, “Yes.”

Haley continued, “Then when Wymore and Delmar didn’t let you leave with your brother, would you see him as some nice, knight shining armor he wants to portray?” I shook my head no. Haley continued, “Exactly. You would’ve called him on being fucking controlling. I’m sure he has some control and patience. Clearly, since he’s capable of planning to be nice to you more than dickfuckinghead Luke.”

“People like that aren’t always bad, but you’re a Supernatural and you sense things. Family is important to Supernatural’s. Caspian wouldn’t stand for them keeping you from him. Just as you would not have stood for it. You would’ve questioned why you couldn’t go visit your own damn brother.”

“Because reasonable people would let you. Then begin the questions you would’ve raised. Your blood does not allow you to feel like someone controls you. You have dominant Alpha and Siren genes. You would’ve rebelled against being fucking controlled, just like you did with Luke and your mom.”

Honestly, I loved my sister in law because Haley always knew what to say. I felt a lot better. Since I’d been there, I was worried my life would’ve taken that path. That I would’ve just settled for someone being nice to me and missed out on all this.

Before anyone could say anything else the air started to shimmer. I asked, “What’s that?” Aiden answered, “Melanie on her ten minute time frame. She’s good.” I already knew that. I grinned, “I’m apparently also in the Resistance, which I just found out. Don’t worry, I rock black.” Everyone glanced sharply at me.

Keaton, Melanie, Malachi, and Ashton stood there with another man. Several people gasped. Matt stood, “Ashton?” The guy smiled, “Hey Matt, I heard you finally came out of the closet. I’m damn sad I missed that day. I hope it’s filmed. Our boy here is something, you did a great job with him. I can’t wait to meet the rest of the pups.”

Matt rushed over and hugged Ashton. Chase came over too asking, “How?” Ashton snorted, “Magic. How’s my girl?” I liked his priorities. Supernatural men were the best. I paused considering that Luke was one too, so they had their outliers.

I heard a pop then Immy said, “Ok mom, I popped you to the border. Wait! Where are you going?” Joanie didn’t answer. Immy yelled, “MOM, where are you going?” The back door flew open. Joanie filled it, breathing heavily. She looked around the room frantically then her eyes landed on Ashton.

Joanie gasped and hit her knees whispering, “Ashton.” He smiled, “Hey, Cupcake. God, I missed you.” Joanie started sobbing and pushed herself to her feet, stumbling to Ashton.

Joanie cried, “What is happening, Ash? Are you really here?” Ashton held her, “It doesn’t matter what happened in the past. We are together now, and I’ll never leave you again.” Immy came in then gasped, “Is that Ashton?”

I handed the picture back to Joanie. She smiled at me through her tears. Joanie whispered, “I don’t know how you did this, but thank you.” I said, “They did it.” I pointed to Malachi, Melanie, and Keaton. Joanie clung to Ashton. She seemed worried if she let go, he wouldn’t be real. Which seemed to work since Ashton didn’t plan to let her go either.

Matt asked, “What in the ever loving hell is going on?” I answered, “I saw Ashton in the past talking to that guy.” I pointed to the other man that returned with them. Said guy was staring at Olivia and she was staring back. Ok?

I said, “I saw Ashton’s picture in Joanie’s room, and showed it to Malachi. I figured he had to know who it was, since she’s his mom. Then there was the whole ‘we are going to save them’ planning phase. That was really short. Melanie, I think you could literally run the world.”

The man I didn’t know went over to Olivia and cupped her face. Maverick growled. The guy ignored him which felt unwise. The other prisoner smiled, “What’s your name, daughter of mine?” Haley sighed, “Goddamn this day.” No joke. It wasn’t even noon yet.

Olivia answered, “I’m Olivia.” He smiled, “You look like your mother. What happened to her?” Olivia shrugged, “I have no idea. I was dropped off at a firehouse. Then I was kidnapped by the Ring before Melanie saved me.” Of course Melanie saved Olivia too.

The house began to tremble. Aiden put his hand on the guy’s shoulder, “Melphor, Olivia is safe now. She’s mated to my nephew, and they are very happy.” Melphor closed his eyes and the ground stopped trembling.

Melphor held out his hand, “I am Prince Melphor O’Roarke of the Earth Territories. It should be Duke, but my brother likes to run things through other people. I would very much like to get to you know, Olivia.”

“You are Duchess to the Earth Fairies, and I want you to have your birthright. My brother is the reigning Prince so his children have the title of Prince to run the area and his daughter’s Duchess. You are truly a Duchess though. I am very sorry that you have suffered, I would’ve never wanted that. I would’ve given you the world and spoiled you.”

Olivia nodded, “Ok, we could get to know each other. It doesn’t seem like you’ve had it the best being imprisoned too and all.” Maverick had her wrapped up in his arms. Emmett groaned, “We have an issue that’s being brought to us. We caught an unknown Fairy on our borders.”

Immy stiffened. Oh, no. Don’t let it be Sean. Keaton linked me, “Are you ok?” I asked, “What will happen to the Fairy?” Keaton answered, “It depends. Aiden or Aunt Haley might know them.” I asked, “If they don’t?” Keaton shrugged, “We get answers, and decide based on those answers. Do you know who it is?” Immy said Haley was helping them so maybe Haley could just say she knew him if it was Sean.

Before I could answer, Kreed and Annie popped in with Sean. Aiden yelled, “He’s on O’Toole!” Kreed yanked Annie away from him. People snarled and it suddenly felt like the room was thick with magic. Immy screamed, “NO!” Then popped in front of Sean. Haley popped in between them with her hands up.