Silver Blade #3
“Then you kept saying you and Keaton were mates. Justin and I were growing closer again then you just LIED about being Keaton’s mate!
Again. It’s like it’s all you can do now.
Actually lying is all you’ve ever done. Anytime Justin starts talking to me you’re done with Keaton and you cry to Justin again.
I told you I thought he might be my mate, and you still don’t care! I HATE YOU, LISA!”
Isla ran from the room crying while the whole room went silent. Channing snorted, “I don’t even find that hard to believe.” I asked, “What did Lady say?” Channing replied, “Lady didn’t know Isla liked Justin and she’s crying.” How much did Lady sleep? Damn.
Lisa’s dad asked, “Lisa, is that true?” Lisa snorted, “Sure dad, take Isla’s side. You always do.” I snorted, “What reality do you live in? Your parents always take your side over Isla’s.” Lisa’s dad gasped, “No we don’t.” I argued, “You do. I’ve witnessed it enough to confirm that as a fact.”
Lisa’s mother stood, “No one was taking sides, Lisa. Your father and I are always in your corner. Your dad logged a dispute with Alexandria for you over your punishments. You know we love you.” Lisa rolled her eyes. Channing huffed, “She’s an ungrateful brat.” I could see that.
Emmett said, “Alpha EJ Conners has offered to let you and your family stay in their pack for a while. I’m beginning to think that’s for the best.” Lisa’s mom sighed, “A break might be…” Lisa shrieked, “NO! I won’t go! I’m eighteen so you can’t make me. I belong here. I’m meant to be Lu…”
Alexandria growled, “Finish that sentence, I DARE you.” Lisa went deadly silent. Emmett sighed, “I can make you, Lisa, let’s be clear about that. Honestly, I don’t think EJ’s pack is far enough. You’re not reacting to Keaton moving on well.”
“You’re lashing out at everyone which is not healthy or productive. I got a list of therapists from Princess Luna Haley Conners. I want you and your parents to pick one you are comfortable with. We will cover the costs, but you’ve got to talk to someone.”
“What you’re doing is destructive. You nearly exposed yourself in front of humans.
If not for Justin, you might have shifted.
You struck a member of the Alpha family in front of humans, other supernatural’s, and your own pack.
I know you think I’m being harsh, but honestly, I’m being lenient because I remember being a teenager.
Take my kindness and learn from it. For all our sakes. ”
Alexandria kissed Emmett then announced, “I’ll go talk to Isla.” I stopped her saying, “I’ll go. I can relate the pain she feels best.” Alexandria nodded, “If you need me…” I jumped in, “I’ll link you.” Lisa cried, “Don’t leave, Keaton.”
I turned, “You can’t be serious. Everyone else in this room knows our of everyone here you want me to go. I’m close to ripping your head off.” I walked out of the room as my ex cried. Man, that was getting annoying. Did Lisa do anything but cry? Channing answered, “No.”
Dad grabbed my arm and pulled me back before I reached the front door. Channing said, “I’m getting a lot of questions from the wolves in our family.” Ok. Dad asked, “Keaton, is there anything you want to tell me?”
I frowned answering, “Well, Lisa’s crying is getting really annoying.” Grandpa Frank laughed. Dad sighed and let me go. I was about to close the front door when I heard my grandpa say, “This is karma, Chase my boy. I’ve been waiting for this one to catch up to you. Like father, like son.”
I had no idea what he was talking about. I shifted into Channing and followed Isla’s scent. I didn’t need to once I got close enough since I could hear her crying. I shifted back and grabbed some shorts tearing up myself.
I’d watched Isla grow up. I hated that she was broken-hearted. Channing growled, “Isla deserves better.” I knew that. I sat down by my ex’s little sister. She put her head into her hands and sobbed harder. I rubbed her back. Isla asked, “How can I do this?”
I consoled her, “Shhh, Isla. It’s going to be alright.” She told me, “Every time Justin swears he’s done Lisa cries and he’s not. Lisa’s tears always have everyone backing down but no one cares about my tears! She’s my older sister. Why is she doing this to me?”
I asked, “Does Justin know that you think you’re his mate?” Isla shook her head, “Before Lisa turned eighteen, she’d always borrow my things to hang out with him. I didn’t think anything of it. The family didn’t tell me she was cheating on you with him all these years.”
“When I found out, I asked when it started. My brother told me the timeline. I realized it was the night I told her I thought he was my mate. Lisa hates me. I’ve always known that, but she just keeps twisting the knife when all I wanted was for her to love me.” She sobbed again.
I closed my eyes knowing I’d been so wrapped up in my own pain, I didn’t see Isla’s. From Isla’s standpoint, her sister borrowing her clothes wasn’t a big deal. If it had been to make Justin suspect Lisa was his mate, it was a sick plot on my ex’s part to take her own sister's mate.
I groaned internally knowing I needed to talk to Justin. I asked Isla, “So you’re saying Justin has no clue you think he’s yours?” My ex’s sister shook her head, “No, Lisa was always around if we hung out. I think he’s confused.”
Isla paused then confessed, “Because Justin and I did start hanging out behind her back. He always asked if I was borrowing her clothes. I think she tricked him and now….” She trailed off then asked, “How do I even deal with my mate being my sister’s boyfriend? The whole pack will laugh at me!”
I sighed, “Hey, we all have things we’d be embarrassed if the pack found out.
It’s understandable if you were sharing clothes that Justin got confused.
Everyone knows I’ve been tangled up in your sister since I was fourteen.
Your sister has done some things I never want to mention.
Hell, I’ve been so ashamed of myself for a long time. ”
Isla snorted, “You’re the future Alpha. What could Lisa possibly do other than cheat on you? I do get that it hurts, but my sister is fucking the guy I truly believe is my mate. She wore my clothes so my scent would confuse him. My own sister.”
I winced, “If Justin does turn out to be your mate, and she did that, it’s beyond fucked up.
” Isla nodded but I could see she was humiliated.
I looked around and didn’t see anyone. I lowered my voice, “I don’t go on many missions for my cousin Joe, because your sister told me I’m so weak I’d die.
Your sister has also been giving me reports on how bad I am in bed since we first had sex. ”
Isla’s jaw dropped as I confessed, “That’s why I do so much more cardio than anyone else you’ve seen around here. I’ve been trying to please her, but it never works. I’ve felt like the worst Alpha, boyfriend, and man for years.”
“Alpha’s are supposed to be good in bed. I’ve honestly been glad Lisa didn’t give details to the pack, so everyone isn’t talking about how bad I am. Your sister certainly hangs that over my head though because she knows I’d hate to make my family be the subject of that discussion.”
Isla’s jaw dropped, “Lisa did what? You can’t be serious! She got drunk with me and told me how amazing you were in bed! God, she’s such a vindictive liar! I hate her, Keaton! I really do!” I couldn’t really blame her. Channing said, “I knew those reports were wrong.”
I didn’t know if Lisa borrowing Isla’s clothes was really about Justin though. I did know Lisa knew her sister thought Justin was her mate so it seemed incredibly cruel. I told my ex’s sister, “I’ll see what I can do about your situation.”
Isla wiped her tears asking, “What can you do?” I tapped her forehead, “Don’t worry about it, little Isla.” I gave her a side hug. She told me, “I hope the new girl makes you happy. Katie’s very pretty.” Isla and Odette were in the same grade.
Isla sighed, “I’d like to be her friend, but I know Lisa already hates her. Katie probably wouldn’t like me because of who my sister is. Lisa ruins everything for me.” I disagreed, “I bet Katie would like you. Immy likes you, and they are friends.” Isla shrugged.
I told her, “Talk to Katie tomorrow. She’s really nice.” Channing purred, “Mate is perfect.” I knew that. Isla laughed, “For the look of rage of Lisa’s face when she got a whiff of you, I’d be that girl’s best friend or lackey. Really, I’d be whatever Katie wanted.” I urged, “Stick with friend.”
I linked Justin, “Meet me near the border with the Conners in five minutes. Come alone.” Justin replied nervously, “Are you going to beat me up?” I retorted, “I didn’t beat you up when I found you fucking my girlfriend. Why would I start now?” He didn’t answer.
I told Isla, “It will be ok.” She whispered, “I don’t know how.” I insisted, “I’m going to help, I swear.” Isla cried, “I’m sorry I wished you were Lisa’s mate. You deserve better, but I just wanted her to leave Justin alone.”
I sighed, “Hey, there’s nothing to be sorry for.
This is not your fault. Do you want Alexandria to come talk to you?
” Isla nodded, “I don’t want to hear from my mom how Lisa and I are sisters and we will get over this.
I don’t want to get over it. Lisa hurts my feelings all the time, it’s like she hates me. ”
I said, “I want to say I don’t think Lisa hates you, but thinking back on everything there does appear to be serious sibling jealousy.
As far as getting over it maybe one day.
After therapy. Individually and together.
If Keith did that to me, or any of my siblings, I would be incredibly hurt.
I can get your brother out here if you’d like. ”
Isla nodded, “After I talk to Alexandria I’ll talk to Stephen.” I linked Alexandria, “Isla wanted to talk to you then her brother.” My sister in law linked, “I’ll let him know. I’m on the way.” I asked Isla, “Will you be ok while you wait for Alexandria?” She nodded.