We All Have Our Secrets #7
Leon declared, “I think this was great progress.” I shrugged, “I guess. I didn’t think I had body issues before I sat down today.” Leon argued, “That’s not true. You didn’t like how you looked, and you knew that.” I acknowledged, “I guess that’s true.”
I was in a daze the rest of the day. Did I really let it get that bad? I asked Channing, “Are you ok? Did I hurt you?” Channing immediately answered, “No, I was never hurt. I won’t deny I felt better when we left and started eating more, but if I knew I would’ve told you.”
It still felt like I hurt him. Channing growled, “That’s not true.
We were still fast, strong, and could do everything Alpha’s do.
We protected the pack from attacks. We could spar and fight and best most everyone here.
We just weren’t filled out yet. We were still eating a lot, just not enough. Now we know.”
I apologized, “I’m so sorry, Channing. I’ve been holding you back.” Channing scoffed, “Nonsense. We were still one of the strongest and fastest Wolves in the pack. You didn’t hold me back, because now we have more meat on us in wolf and human form. Please, don’t feel bad Keaton. Mate is worried.”
I was walking Odette to my truck and smiled at her, then helped her inside. I drove to her apartment. I asked, “When do you want to take your car out for our next lesson?” Odette shrugged, “We could do Monday’s.” I agreed, “That sounds perfect.”
My mate sighed, “I have to be at work in an hour.” I kissed her and forced myself to pull back so we could walk upstairs.
Odette asked me, “Are you ok, Keaton?” I explained, “Yes. I have an hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays where I talk to my guidance counselor because of that Lisa incident. He gave me a lot to think about.”
Odette nodded, “That would be a lot. Well, I’m here if you want to talk.” I teased, “Oh yeah?” She nodded as we walked inside her apartment. I started tickling my mate, lightening the mood. Odette giggled and ran away from me.
I chased her down easily. My mate was fast, but I was obviously faster. We were out of breath on her couch when she giggled, “MERCY!” I kissed her. I was about to pull off her shirt when Emmett linked, “I need you to get home, Keaton.” I sighed, “Coming.”
Channing grumbled, “I hate everyone.” I told Odette, “I need to head home, and you have work.” I tapped her nose. She sighed in disappointment, “I guess we did spend all night together. That’s the best night's sleep I’ve ever had.”
I admitted, “Me too. Maybe I’ll sneak over later.” My mate laughed, “I want your parents to like me though.” I winked, “So, I’ll tell them where I’m going. My family is pretty laid back, and I’m eighteen.” Odette nodded.
My mate went into her room and changed. I dropped her off at work then hightailed it home.
My eyes widened when I spotted a police car in front of the house.
What the fuck? I got out utterly confused.
Channing said, “I asked Lightning so I can confirm no one is hurt.” Good.
I’d have given a ton of people shit for not telling me.
I linked, “Keith?” Keith sighed, “We are inside.” I walked in and found a lot of angry people. Emmett was practically seething. I asked, “What happened?” Emmett gritted his teeth, “The police are here for a wellness check on Isla.” Oh no.
Keith linked, “Yeah.” Emmett questioned, “So, would you care to walk me through what happened today? The cops said they received the call when school ended.” I quickly said, “Then it wasn't Katie.” Emmett growled, “I know it wasn’t. Our guys at the station gave me the student’s name.
It was another human kid. Tell me Lisa DID NOT shout at her sister that she was going to get the beating of her life when she got home. ”
I admitted, “She did say that. I would’ve linked you, but we all know Lisa can’t hurt Isla. Isla trains and Lisa can’t even kill a spider.” Channing snorted out a laugh. Lisa always linked me to kill them for her if she found them.
Emmett ground his teeth. Keith linked, “By the way, while Katie didn’t make the call, I’m pretty sure she convinced the girl that did to do it.
Katie herself doesn’t want CPS in her situation, but May told me Katie talked to the girl that did call about Isla.
May didn’t tell Emmett, but a few people saw them talking. ”
I told him, “Katie’s being a Luna without trying.” Keith agreed, “She is. We just need her to know about Supernatural’s, then your mate would have told Emmett.” Odette definitely would’ve if she knew who Emmett was.
The cops eventually left. One was a pack member; the other was a Conners’ pack member. I needed to talk to Preston. Lisa’s family came into the house after they left. Emmett growled, “My office, now.” They walked in with us while Malachi made his most annoyed face.
The only ones not hanging their heads were Isla and Stephen. Isla was clearly trying not to laugh. Keith and I walked into Emmett’s office. Alexandria was already there waiting. Emmett growled, “What were you thinking, Lisa?”
Lisa snarled, “That busybody Keaton is dating needs to mind her own business!” Emmett snarled, “Katie didn’t make the complaint.” Lisa shrieked, “My friends saw her talking to that girl! Katie convinced her to call the cops, I know it!”
Emmett snorted, “That’s not a thing you know. Katie is new in school and she talks to people. No one from the pack heard their conversation. I know because I asked. All I was told was Katie was talking to someone in class. That’s not a crime.”
“The facts are that Katie didn’t call the police. You were the one who threatened your sister OVER A LUNCH SEAT. I’m going to lose my actual mind. The beating of her life? Are you serious? Then you have the nerve to talk about how Katie acts! Keaton’s personal life is none of your business.”
Lisa countered, “It is when it affects the pack. That girl is bad news for us.” I snarled, “This was YOUR fault, not hers.” Lisa gaped at me. Channing growled, “I WILL RIP HER HEAD OFF! MATE WAS JUST PROTECTING A PACK MEMBER!” I knew that.
Emmett offered, “For the record, I agree with my brother. Several other pack’s Alphas and Lunas do as well.
This is your fault.” Lisa shouted, “Katie’s just some human and you’re taking her side!
” Emmett said, “From what I hear, she’s not human; however, in other instances she has handled things how humans do. ”
Emmett growled, “You’ve gone to school with humans Lisa, you know better than this. You do NOT threaten pack members. You certainly don’t do it in front of humans, other Supernatural’s, or other pack members.”
Lisa snorted, “It was just a sister tiff. Everyone says things they don’t mean.” Isla barked out a laugh. Emmett turned his attention to her, “Isla, if you feel unsafe in your home you are welcome to move into the pack house. Alexandria has a room ready for you if you ever wish to take it.”
Lisa yelled, “No way! Isla’s only sixteen.” Isla ignored Lisa saying, “I’d love the room. Thank you, Alpha and Luna. I’ll move in later this evening.” The Kipner’s winced. Alexandria said, “I’ll help you pack.” They stood together.
Isla’s mom whispered, “Honey, this is….” Isla turned back interrupting, “It’s not the first time Lisa has threatened me, mom. She’ll cry and you guys will let it go like always. I’m not sleeping well, because I’m worried she’ll jump me. We all know that’s the only way Lisa could get me.”
Isla pointed at Lisa, “I go to training and earned my Warrior status. I didn’t ride the coattails of my boyfriend to get it either; I worked hard. I don’t want to be under the same roof as her.” Lisa sneered, “I’m old enough to get into the pack house, I’ll apply today.”
Emmett immediately said, “Denied. You clearly need supervision.” Lisa shouted, “This is so unfair!” Emmett shrugged, “Too bad for you that your Alpha doesn't have Fairy blood. I don’t much care about what you think is fair.”
“Besides, EJ thought I was being more than fair. You’re creating an unsafe environment for a pack member of mine. I’m giving Isla a place to feel safe. That is my job as her Alpha. If Isla gets so much as a papercut, you’re my first suspect. Are we clear, Lisa?”
Lisa rolled her eyes, “Fine. Baby her, everyone does.” Isla snorted, “The only one who gets babied is you. Stephen and I have always been left on our own because Princess Lisa needs to be catered to twenty-four seven.”
Isla’s mom wiped away tears, whispering, “Isla, that’s not true.” Isla asked, “Really? Why weren’t you at any of Stephen’s soccer games this year then?” Isla’s dad replied, “He quit soccer two years ago.” I said, “No, he didn’t. Stephen was the captain of the team this year.”
Isla snorted, “Let me just guess who told you he quit. Where did you think Stephen was? Don’t worry, I don’t require an answer because you don’t pay attention to him and I.
It’s his senior year too. He actually got scouted.
Stephen’s probably going to be offered a full ride scholarship to play in college. ”
Isla’s mom gasped, “Stephen, why didn’t you say anything? That’s amazing!” Stephen shrugged saying, “I stopped asking you to come to games because Lisa would always have a crisis you needed to help with when we were sophomores.”
Stephan paused then admitted, “I didn’t know you thought I quit, I just didn’t think you cared about anything involving me.
Lisa is the one you care about. Isla and I have always known that.
You’re incapable of staying mad at her, even when she does awful shit like threatening our baby sister.
You don’t even punish Lisa because she cries.
At least now, I can watch Isla in the pack house. Let’s go, Isla.” They left.
Isla’s dad asked Lisa, “Why would you tell us Stephen quit soccer?” Lisa shrugged, “His games were boring.” They gaped at her. Their mom cried, “They don’t think we love them.” Lisa started crying, “You’ve always loved them more than me.” She stood up and ran out.