Page 48 of Dual Nature

"Let's say we agree that training would be the best thing for you," Zander started, bringing us back to our previous conversation. "Are you thinking this will mean you can start working for the Organization again?"

I could tell the others hadn't thought of this direction, and by the looks on their faces, they were not happy with the idea. "No, the woman who runs operations—my mentor, actually—told me that I was dead to the Organization. I was hoping to do more meaningful work like helping on patrol."

"What if another alpha comes across you? They could just order you to let them pass," Lane argued. "No, I don't think that would be wise until we know what developments your secondary nature will bring to the table."

"So, you're agreeing to the training though," I clarified.

The alphas all met each other's gazes before Colt sighed. "Yes, I can't stand the thought of you ending up in a situation like my brother and getting killed. Hopefully, with this added training, you won't freeze again."

Even though it was begrudging acceptance, I would take it and prove they didn’t have anything to fear.

thirty

Once we were finished with dinner, we wandered through the downtown area because Zander had an obsession with picking up more things that he thought I needed.

"Little dove, you only have clothes and shoes to your name right now. A cellphone is a must. I want you to be able to call us at any time, day or night, in case something is wrong," Zander pointed out as he handed me a brand new phone.

"What about if I miss you? Can I call you then too?" I asked, being cheeky.

Zander caught my chin in his hand and kissed me with a growl on his lips. "Especially if you miss me. Better yet, you can video call me. Now, I think we need to get a laptop, swing by a bookstore—I've seen how much you like to read—and anything else you can think of."

"You don't have to rebuild my whole life in one night!" I protested, laughing when the others seemed to turn green at the idea of more shopping. "You three better send me your phone numbers, oh, and the twins too. Will they be back tonight, do you think?"

"Noah texted me saying it looked like they would be back early in the morning. They didn't want to drive back while tired," Colt answered.

I instantly pouted at the idea of my twins not coming home tonight. It was scary how quickly I was becoming attached to all these men, and on a much deeper level than I'd cared for anyone. Zander dragged us to a few more places before the others put down their foot and demanded to go home. With the trunk full of supplies for my new life, I grinned, snuggling up between my two grumpy alphas as we made our trip back home. Now that I had my new phone, I decided to text the twins.

Finley: Hey, it's Finley. Zander got me a phone.

Mason: SNUGGLES!!! I miss you like crazy!

Noah: Hey love, about time he gave us a way to talk to you when we're gone.

Finley: We drove into town for dinner, and Zander forced everyone to do some shopping.

Mason: Wait, don't tell me you went to Belly Up BBQ for dinner?! I fucking love that place!

Finley: That's the one. The food was amazing.

Noah: Did they tell you we'll be back bright and early in the morning?

Finley: Yeah, Colt told me right after you texted him. I'm gonna miss you in our snuggle pile.

Noah: Love, you have no idea how much we miss you right now. I'm almost crawling out of my skin with the need to hold you.

Mason: Yeah, what he said. I told him we should just drive back now.

Finley: No, be safe! I don't want you guys getting in an accident just to get back to me.

Mason: I can't believe you’re siding with him!

Noah: See? Just like I said.

Finley: Goodnight, and I'll see you in the morning.

Noah: Night, sweet dreams!

Mason: Don't get too snuggly without us, snuggles. Sleep well. When I get there in the morning, you're all mine!