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* I was on the phone for two hours with a dealership. They had the range rover I wanted and agreed to have it delivered. I paid extra for that but, the important thing was, I'd have a vehicle. After hanging up with them, I showered and dressed, checked my phone for any messages from Kimiko. I had none. That bothered me to no end. I decided that once the SUV was delivered, I would go to find her. We needed to talk.* *Once the keys were in my hand and the salesman was gone, I got in and headed toward town. I drove around in the hopes of seeing her and, I did. She was by the diner, heading towards her vehicle. I parked and got out. Just as she reached her car, she saw me and stared me down. *

* I gave Cassandra a small smile and slid into the booth in the back corner of the bar. It was dark and chances are I wouldn't be noticed, I really wasn't in the mood for any company. * "Hello Kimiko. What can I get you today?" Just my usual please. * Cassandra frowned, looked around the bar and sat down in the booth across from me. * "You know, you spend an awful lot of time in here drinking. You never eat and I swear your withering away." * I started to shake my head and was about to tell her what I thought of her assumption, but she put her hands up in surrender. * "I just worry about you. If you ever need someone to talk to, I'd be happy to lend an ear." * She gave me a small smile. I sighed. * Fine I'll have my usual and some fried mushrooms? * Cassandra smiled. * "I'll get right on that." * She stood and walked up to the bar. My phone rang, I didn't have to look to see who it was, I already knew. I'd been ignorin...

* The last few minutes of the drive was the longest. I tried to apologize but Reese shut me down. What did he expect? I'm not something that you just claim ownership of. I'm only 20. He needs to understand that finishing school, starting my career and surviving Senichi are the only things I can afford to think about right now. He backed into a parking spot that was close to campus and I was surprised to see his name on the sign. Making this spot his. He turned his pickup off and I reached for the handle to get out when the doors locked. * "Give me your phone." * I went to argue when he cut me off. * "Damnit Kaiyo, just give me your phone." * Huffing, I pulled my phone out of my bag and slammed it into his hand. He opened it up, punched some stuff into it and handed it back to me gently. * I put my number in there as well as a tracking app." * My eyes widened. * "I won't activate it unless for some reason we were to get separated." * He han...

~voicemail from Takahiro~ Kimiko, I know you're angry, I understand that but, if you'd give me a chance I'd like to explain it all to you. The Alpha released me this morning. I have pledged myself to him and this pack. I'll be at the rental if you'd like to talk. I...love you, Kim. * All day, I had avoided listening to that message. Who was I kidding? Half the day since I’d slept half of it away by mistake. I missed seeing Kaiyo off to school and hated myself for it. I texted her “Good luck”, but never got a response. And I had planned on being home when she got back, but here I sat, in some grungy little bar a town over trying to drink my troubles away. * “How about a dance, little lady?” * I looked at the bartender and asked for another drink and then answered the guy without even looking. * No thanks. * The male grabbed my arm, jerking me off the bar stool and pulling me into his chest, wrapping his arms around me. He stank of stale beer and cigarette smoke, it...

I was bone tired, my nightmares decided to come back the night before I started my new "job". With getting no sleep, I got out of bed early and went for a short run to clear my head. I could not get the look on Kaiyo Nakatomi face out my head. The morning air was chill but nice. The run laster only an hour since I had to get ready for my day. Showering and getting dressed, I jumped into my truck and headed into town. I was starving and I knew the diner would be open to get breakfast. Slade had text me the address, time, and dates I would be working. I was not to concerned about the name. Once I had my breakfast sandwiches and coffee, I made my way to the address. My new truck has a nice GPS system. Checking the time I was twenty minutes early. Pulling in front of the house I looked and tilted my head. This was doctor Julian Takumi home. Vincent said it was a female I was guarding. Did he have a sister? Deciding to not worry, I took out one breakfast sandwich and ate it. I f...

I stepped out of the station and into the bright sunlight. For a moment I had to shield my eyes until they adjusted. It was still cold out but, you could smell spring in the air. I walked a bit further and opened the bag with my belongings in it. I pocketed my wallet and my keys, put my watch back on and looked at my cell before throwing the empty bag in a trashcan by the sidewalk. I was surprised when I tried to turn my phone on and it worked. There was only one person I wanted to call, I knew she was pissed and probably hated me but, I had to reach out to her. I dialed her number, and ot went straight to voicemail. Sighing, I left her a message. Kimiko, I know you're angry, I understand that but, if you'd give me a chance I'd like to explain it all to you. The Alpha released me this morning. I have pledged myself to him and this pack. I'll be at the rental if you'd like to talk. I...love you, Kim. * I hung up and started walking toward my cabin when +Ian Holde...

After the bar Pulling into my driveway, I shut off my truck sitting there for a few good minutes thinking what the hell just happened. Why was she so mad at me? She was rude to me at the store, called me a baboon. Now she was what... jealous? The one day I wanted to just let loose and relax to get her off my mind. She was on my mind more now. All I see is her crying hurting eyes. Fuck! This was not good. Not good at all. Getting out of my truck, I headed into the house and paced back and forth. If she is mine there was no way in hell she was going to come two feet near me now. Walking into the kitchen, I grabbed a beer out the fridge twisting off the cap taking a long pull. Leaning against the counter, I turned my head to look at the urn in the living room on the shelf. She was my life. I loved her so much it hurt. I still love her and always will. I promised her she would be the only female in my life. Now, here another mate comes along and fighting it is harder than I thought it wou...

* I continued to mumble under my breath as I turned and walked away from the male. My thoughts were jumbled and it took me a few minutes to find fresh salmon, I was impressed they had it. I thanked the female who packaged it for me and then walked the aisles until I could found the Oriental section in the grocery store. They had a few of the sauces and seasonings I would need. I walked to the front of the store where the cashiers were and held my breath when I noticed the male carrying his groceries out. Our eyes met and held for a second. His eyes were a warm brown with flecks of gold in them. I bit my bottom lip when he gave me a sexy smirk before pushing the door open with his back side and then he was gone. * "Did you find everything you were looking for? Ma'am?" * I looked at the cashier and she was looking towards the door that the male had just walked through. She turned back to me with a smile. * "Ah, he's a good looking male, huh?" * I shook my head...

Grabbing a hold of the door, I saw her out the corner of my eye. My stomach caught and my head fully turned to watch her put her bags into the trunk and get in. When I could not see her car anymore I walked into the barber shop to get my hair cut. "Right on time, Reese! Just cleaned off the chair. How are you today? Take a seat." Thanks, John. Taking my seat, I was trying to clear my head. I am doing just fine. "You sure? You seem a little out of it." John knew how I liked my hair and he got to work on it. You ever meet anyone that drives you crazy in both ways? "Both ways?" I tried to nod but he would not let me. Yeah as in they drive you crazy and they drive you crazy with cuteness. John smiled at him in the mirror. "Aww, seem like someone has a crush. Are you talking about that cutie I saw you staring at outside?" When he said that I wanted to tell him to watch his mouth but hell I had no idea how to handle this. She is just cute. I only...

* I took my time in the shower savoring the hot water on my skin. The sleepiness of the morning washed down the drain with the suds and water and I felt replenished. Ready to get the day started. Turning off the water, I wrapped my body in a towel and twisted my hair up on top of my head in another one. The air in the bathroom was warm and thick so I opened the door to my room to help air it out. I went through the motions of getting ready. Brushed my teeth, moisturized my skin, dabbed on a little makeup and combed out my hair. Dropping the towels into the hamper, I walked across my room to my closet and found a pair of tight fitting jeans, black blouse, black boots and a red jacket to put over the top. I walked back through the bathroom to Kimiko's room. Knocking lightly on the door, I opened it. * Kimiko are you rea.... * My words died on my lips when I saw that my sister had fallen asleep in her chair. She mentioned she wasn't sleeping well, so I hated to wake her. I saw the...

It was early morning, the night was long because again the my dreams haunted me. I'd taken my shower already and walked down to the kitchen to make coffee for +Kaiyo Nakatomi. I was able to visit with +Julian Takumi for a few minutes before he headed into his office. I sighed when he left. I envied him for having something to dedicate his time to. I didn't need money, but I did need something to do with my time. I just wasn't sure what that was, but it definitely didn't involve killing any more innocent people. I washed up Julian's breakfast dishes and his mug. I wanted to do something for him. To show him my appreciation for taking us in. Washing his three dishes wasn't enough. A thought popped into my mind, but I was going to need Kaiyo's help. I refilled my mug and filled one up for Kaiyo too. I walked up stairs to my room and walked through the bathroom to hers. * Kaiyo, are you awake? * She looked at me and gave me a sleepy smile. After she set up, I ha...

I sat in my office looking at all my legal books and wondered what the heck I was doing with my life. Yes I was one of the strongest witches around but I also had a wonderful life as an attorney that I had put on the back burner to take care of family and my coven. Standing, I walked to the window and looked out into the neighborhood. I need a change. Yes, I needed a change. But for the life of me I didn’t know what I was going to do. Alicia didn’t really need me even if she was having a baby. Although she would say otherwise. But she had Wade, Frank and James keeping an eye on her, making sure she was safe. She also had her cousins to keep her busy with all the little demons being born into that part of the family, Ali would definitely be kept busy. I moved away from the window and looked over my shoulder at the bookshelf full of legal precedents. Well, it’s a good thing I made sure I took the Bar in every state! Laughing, I shook my head. Years ago I had decided to use my magic for...

I finished my shift after talking to Beck. It was all set. Michael was coming home with me but before that, I needed to take him to the store and buy him some clothes. Before we left, Beck talked to the boy, making sure he understood that this was the best thing for him. “I understand alpha! I’ll do my best.” “That’s good son, because I’d hate to send you to Realm headquarters to be put behind bars for the rest of your life or worse.” *Michael’s eyes went wide and he nodded. “Thank you alpha! Beck nodded then got up and left. Come on, Michael. We have a stop to make before we head home. Michael, stood and followed me as I headed to my truck. I’d texted Chloe earlier and told her that I would be heading to get Michael some clothes. My loving mate immediately texted back a list of everything she thought the boy would need. I chuckled, shaking my head at the long list. There was a Mall in the next town over and I headed there, knowing that I’d find everything the boy was going to need. ...

* I helped Meg put all the cleaning supplies away before leaving the Police Station. We jumped into my Range Rover and I drove Meg home, Tyler followed behind me in his pickup. * " I can't believe you're doing this. I hope you and Vincent know what you're getting yourself into." * I glanced over at Meg while I drove. * Michael has had a hard life. He deserves a chance at a better one. He has no one. * Meg nodded. * "Still, it's not gonna be just you and Vincent anymore. I couldn't share Ian right now." * I smirked. * Meg people have kids all the time and still maintain a good, healthy relationship. Vincent will always be the number one male in my life. * I pulled up in front of Meg's house and Rocky walked around the side of the house. We hugged and Meg whispered in my ear. * "You have such a good heart, Michael is lucky to have you." * I pulled back. * Thank you. * Meg jumped out and greeted Rocky. I was excited about getting home....