Three Fated Hearts
Chapter 57

I wake up early the next morning, eager to spend time with my mom. A little shower play almost made me late to meet up with her. My mates can be insatiable, but I’m not sure I’d have it any other way.

Mom wasn’t in the dining room for breakfast, but I wasn’t worried. I figured she may have eaten at home, and we would meet up later. The twins k**s me on the cheek and head upstairs to get some work done with the Alpha. I decide to wait for mom in the lounge downstairs.

There is more hustle and bustle in the packhouse than usual. I guess everyone is in overdrive trying to get ready for the ceremony, but I’m surprised that anyone would be working this hard. I know Luna Kimberly doesn’t want me to step into her role as Luna, but she doesn’t really have a choice. I’m mated to her sons, who are to be the next Alphas of this pack. She can’t circumvent the Goddess’ wishes.

I check my phone and see that I’d been waiting for about an hour. It’s easy to lose track of time when you are engrossed in social media. The things that people post online for public consumption can be mind-boggling. I wonder what’s taking mom so long to meet with me.

Mom? Are you okay?

Uh….hey Tia. I….I’m fine.

Where are you? I’ve been waiting.

I….I…..I won’t be able to go with you, I’m sorry. I try to respond, but a block has been put up. She can’t come with me? What’s going on? Just last night, mom was excited to come dress shopping with me, and now she can’t go.

I slowly get up and head upstairs to see my mates. My heart is heavy, and I’m not sure what’s going on or what to think about this. I drag myself up the stairs, lost in heartbreaking thoughts.

B***H! Where are you?!

Oh, hey, Lynn. Mom said she couldn’t come.

Can’t come? What the hell is that about?

I have no idea. I’m on my way to see my mates.

Look, I’m sorry, baby girl. I know you wanted your mom there to help, but you still got me. You really do need to get a dress. I sigh in the link.

I know you’re right; I need some time. Let me talk to the twins, and I will hit you up.

Okay, I’ll be waiting. I walk into the Alpha office without knocking, lost in my mind link with Lynn.

“Baby, what are you doing?” I look up quickly to replace four sets of eyes on me. I gulp and look around the room. Alpha Paul, Beta Joh, Landon, and Lincoln sit around a desk, looking over various papers. I can’t believe I just walked into the office without knocking. My mates aren’t the Alphas yet, which can be seen as disrespectful. I slowly start to back toward the door.

“I….I’m so sorry. I wasn’t paying attention.” I turn to walk out of the office when a voice stops me.

“Don’t be embarrassed. Pretty soon, you will be able to walk into this room whenever you like, so why not start a bit early. Come in, P- Tia. Have a seat.” I turn to a smiling Alpha Paul. He is such a nice guy, and I’m surprised I never knew that before. I look at Landon and Lincoln, both giving me a slight nod. I walk toward the desk and stand next to the twins. “I’m surprised you aren’t out shopping for your dress. I figured that would be the plan today.”

“Yeah, little Lynny said she was going with you and Doc to get your dress. Is everything okay?” I didn’t realize I was so emotional about the situation until I felt arms wrap around my waist and a thumb clearing away a fallen tear.

Alpha Paul looks at Beta John and then back at me. “I think we should given them a few minutes to talk. Let’s head to your office; I want to ask you something anyway.” Beta John nods, and they leave the office. Landon walks over to his father’s chair with his arms around me. Lincoln follows behind us and leans against the desk, facing us, while Landon sits in the chair, pulling me on his lap.

Lincoln grabs my hands and rubs his thumbs along my fingers. “What happened, beautiful? Why the tears?” I sigh, lean against Landon, and am rewarded with a few k****s on my temple.

“Mom told me that she can’t come with me to get my dress. I waited for her for about an hour before mind linking her. She didn’t even tell me why she couldn’t go. I tried to ask, but she has blocked me.” Landon’s hold on me tightens, and I burrow into him a bit more. Lincoln tightens his hold on my hand, and I feel a few more tears fall down my face.

“What do you think happened? Do you think she’s hurt?,” Landon is in my ear, and his warm breath is fanning my cheek. I can’t replace my voice, so I shrug.

“You should go talk to her. Maybe she will be able to explain face to face.”

“I don’t want to go over there and run into my sisters or dad.” Lincoln nods at me, and his eyes glaze over. When his eyes refocus, he has a slight smile on his face. “Your dad is running a training, and your sisters are training with him. It’s safe to go there and talk to your mom.”

Landon squeezes me and k****s my cheek. “Do you want company?” I shake my head.

“I think I need to see her on my own.” I stand up to have Lincoln pull me into a big hug.

“Just talk to her and get her side. It could be something small. I know your mom loves you.” I breathe in Lincoln’s scent to calm my nerves. I k**s him on the cheek and k**s Landon before walking out of the office. I need to go see my mom and figure out what happened overnight. If I had to guess, I would say it has something to do with my sisters, but I don’t want to make any assumptions. I walk down the stairs and out of the packhouse, setting sights on my childhood home.