Seduced by My Childhood Sweetheart’s Brother
Chapter 108

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“When did you learn all this?” I ask, baffled. Megan laughs.

“It’s something my mum used to tell me as a kid. When we were little it was unclear if it would be me orBellamy that came out as more dominant and became the Alpha. We are twins after all. It wasn’t untilour teenage years that it became clear. So we were both taught as if we might end up in charge oneday.” She pauses.

“Honestly, I’m glad it’s not me. Bellamy likes running things, I don’t mind as much. Which is probablywhy things turned out this way.” I tilt my head in question.

“You didn’t know as children?” I ask. She nods firmly.

“Yeah, most Shifter children grow into their positions in the hierarchy. There’s a whole nature. bsnurture debate, how much of it is genetic and how much depends on who raised them. Bellamy and Iare dominant, but is it because we have Alpha parents or because we were RAISED by Alpha parents.It’s hard to say. Sometimes a shift in personality causes someone to become more or less dominantover time. Often an older Shifter will become less dominant as they become more accepting andpassive and allow the younger generation to take over.” I listen in fascination. I hadn’t realised that thiswas something that could change. But wait…

“If that’s the case, how is it that mates are always equal?” I ask. Megan shrugs.

“Not sure, it could be that being with the right person balances you out. Brings out different sides ofyou. But it’s not like it’s something we can really test for sure.” Huh, that’s new information. I feel myphone vibrating.

Harry- Hah awesome..

Harry-

are you still there?

Harry- You guys are having an in–real–life conversation without me again, aren’t you

Harry- We need to all catch up in person sometime, partly because I haven’t actually met you. Meganand partly because I’m pretty sure I’m missing half the gossip right now.

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Ryann- OMG you’re right. Sorry, we got sidetracked. Yeah we should definitely all catch up.

Megan- And soon!

Harry- Good, I’ll figure something out and get back to you. For now, enjoy your conversation and goodnight you traitors.

Harry-

Ryann- Night Harry.

Megan- Night!

After our conversation is interrupted Megan and I abandon the game that we were losing VERY badlyand decide to wrap up the night. She was out all day and is super tired so I agree to let her sleep. Ihead into Bellamy’s room and replace him lying in bed reading a book. He immediately slides a bookmarkbetween the pages and drops it on the bedside table when I walk in.

“Hey Ry, did you enjoy your game?” He asks and I nod.

“Yeah, I mean we failed at it terribly, but it was fun anyway. Have you been reading this whole time?” Iask. He shrugs.

“Pretty much.” He holds out his arm for me to come sit with him and I join him sitting on the bed. Itlooks nice with the new covers. They’re a deep blue colour and thicker than the old one. Bellamyinsisted we get them since I apparently get cold at night. I stroke the soft fabric, pleased with it despitethe fact that he really didn’t need to. I try to remember what Megan told me about male Shifters going abit gift crazy for a while and decide against commenting on the new pillows. I remember touching themwhile out then walking away. Bellamy must have gotten them anyway. Despite only just sitting down, Iget up again and go look for my pyjamas. I actually have no idea where Bellamy put them. I check thecloset. I’m sorting through the drawers that he cleared for me earlier and I replace them. I get changed inthe ensuite then return to Bellamy’s waiting arms. He pulls me close and sighs in satisfaction, if hewere in his cat form I’m pretty sure he would be purring.

“Did you hear about that double murder, Megan told me earlier. Apparently a kid is missing.

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Isn’t that awful?” I ask. Bellamy clutches me tighter and I can feel him nod against me.

“Yeah, I heard. It is horrible. I think the male victim was a guest lecturer at Megan’s university.” Headds..

“Oh, that explains why she said it was all anyone was talking about there.” I pause and hesitantlyspeak.

“Do you… do you think the kid is okay? I mean, probably not okay, but alive at least? They wouldn’ttake her if she was dead… would they?” I ask, my voice quiet. Bellamy is slow to

answer.

“It’s… possible.” I snuggle in closer to him.

“Maybe the police will replace her.” I add.

“Maybe.” Bellamy answers, his tone is doubtful and I sigh mournfully.

“I know it’s not likely, but I’ll sleep better if there’s hope. The poor thing.” I sigh again.

“This is really bothering you, isn’t it.” Bellamy questions.

“Yeah. I don’t know what it is. I just… I feel horrible for her. Even if she is alive, and even if she is foundsafely, what is she going to have left? Someone broke into her home and killed both her parents. She’sgoing to be an orphan, probably end up in one of the group homes or foster care and… it’s just sad.” Itell him. He strokes a hand through my hair.

“You’re right. It is.” He agrees.

“I wish there was something we could do to help.” I comment. Bellamy nods. I push on.

“I know the guys are all really busy… but do you think… maybe someone could stop by that house.They could probably at least tell the police what species the kidnapper is?” I suggest nervously. This isthe first time I’ve really asked for something, I don’t know how I feel about it. Bellamy pulls back andexamines my face.

“I suppose they could. Maybe you should ask Aaron. He’s your guard. If it’s working hours and

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you’re here anyway he could go check it out.” He suggests.

“Do you think he would mind? It’s not really his job…” I trail off. Bellamy chuckles.

“I’m sure he would be happy to help. Send him a message and ask.” He prompts. I narrow my

to ask? Is it because he doesn’t want

eyes at him. Why is he so determined that I be the one”

it to be an order? Him asking would be basically the same as ordering them to, so that kind of makessense. I send Aaron a text.

Ryann- Hi Aaron, I have a bit of a weird request. Please feel free to refuse. Have you read about thatdouble murder/ kidnapping that happened last night? I was wondering if you would mind stopping bythe house and seeing if you can smell or see anything that the police might replace useful. I know it’s along shot but… I don’t know. It’s just bothering me and I wish I could help.

Aaron- Of course miss Gale. Immediately.

Ryann- No need to go now! It’s the middle of the night!

Aaron- Scent will be fresher now. I’ll let you know in the morning what I replace. Goodnight.

Ryann- Thankyou Aaron!

“He… he said he’s going right now. I told him he can wait until morning but he insisted that the scentwould be fresher if he goes now.” I explain to Bellamy. He smiles at me slyly.

“I figured he would.” I raise my eyebrow.

“Then Wily did you say I should ask about tomorrow?” I ask suspiciously. Bellamy chuckles.

“Just testing a theory. I bet he didn’t question it at all, did he? Just agreed?” He confirms and I nod.

“As I thought. Aaron is treating you as Alpha already. As are most of the guards you know. I’ve noticeda few times lately.” I stare, open mouthed.

“That’s not… I mean… but…” Bellamy lays back in bed and pulls me with him.

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“It’s okay, it’s a good thing.” He soothes. He reaches and flicks off the lamp.

“Try and get some sleep. You’ve done what you can for the missing child and you’ll hear

more in the morning.”