Page 186 of The Married Alpha And His Arrow: Vol 1

Susie nodded, “She took me away from him. The blue man disappeared when she shot an arrow at him. He looked really mean and mad. She tied up the warlock in a tree and took me to the edge of the barrier at Sally’s. Sally grabbed us both, and pulled us in. She was crying so hard. The Black Arrow calmed her down.”

She shot me a look, “She reminds me of Lexi. I told her so and she smiled at me. She gave me this necklace. She told me anytime I needed her to rub it between my fingers. She made Sally promise to take me inside, and not to let me look outside. Sally played music and we cooked for a bit. She tried to cheer me up, but I was so worried about mommy. That bad man…”

She started to cry earnestly. My dad hugged her. She tearfully explained, “He told me you were probably dead mommy, but the Black Arrow swore she saved you.” Nadine hugged her, “She did save me.” Matt raised his index finger, “Susie, why does the Black Arrow remind you of Lexi?” Susie shrugged, “She just does.” I told her, “They are friends.” Susie had a stubborn look on her face. She just shrugged again.

Matt linked, “That’s a five-year-old’s way of flipping you off.” I rolled my eyes. My dad shot me a look, “Chase, you’re the last piece of the puzzle.” I snorted, “The Black Arrow is the entire puzzle. All of you have met her except me.” Matt disagreed, “I haven’t met her.” I amended, “Ok all of them but us.” Derrick said, “And me.” Isaac said, “I can hardly count since I was unconscious.” I disagreed but only slightly.

My dad said, “Since she’s not here, why don’t you finish the story?” I explained, “We were under attack. I left and told Nadine to get Susie to safety. We couldn’t smell the rogues as we were fighting. When Nadine linked the pack, I tried…” I stopped myself briefly thinking of the terror I’d felt.

I shook myself, “I tried to break off and come back for her and Susie, but I was surrounded. Alpha Eric and his brothers jumped into the fray. Once we’d had them defeated, I took off. Derrick told us Sally had Susie. We got there but found out Cameron was under attack. I left Susie with Sally, and we took off for Cameron’s. I ordered warriors to their border.” A slight growl slipped out of my dad’s mouth. I understood his anger since our family was attacked.

I continued, “Alpha Eric was already there. We defeated them with Sophia and her long lost half-brother that appeared out of nowhere.” My dad raised an eyebrow looking surprised. I nodded, “Yeah, that’s a whole other story. Once we’d defeated the rogues, Cameron took off because Reagan was on the other side of the territory. When we got there, we were told she’d been hurt.”

Susie gasped, and my dad paled. I assured them, “She’s fine. She had a concussion and needed stitches. She was awake, demanding to come see Nadine and Susie when I left.” My dad cautiously said, “You didn’t mention Lexi.”

Susie jumped in, “She got hurt because she saved someone.” My dad stood, “She’s here? Where the HELL is the doctor with an update? What happened?” I held up my hands, “She’s with her brother in the Shroud. He won’t let me come see her because she’s not marked.” My dad frowned, “That asshole! You’re her mate, and he knows that! She’d want you there!”

Bolt was trying to link me, but I ignored him. I agreed, “I know. We sent Ted and Sally there. Haley will heal her when she gets back from wherever the Ribbon is.” I heard my mate’s laugh, “Glad to see everyone all in one place.”

I whirled around shocked. Lexi stood there in jeans and my hoodie. Bolt said, “You wouldn't be so surprised if you’d just listened to me.” Point taken. I pulled her to me, all but crushing her in a hug. I told her, “This happens too much. Where were you hurt?” Lexi shrugged it off, “I got bit on the side, but Haley healed it. I’m fine. I’m sorry Heath wouldn’t let you come in. He was NOT in a good mood today.” I admitted “I can relate.”

Susie said, “Lexi, Lexi, I met yourfriend.” She emphasized the word and looked at me. Lexi laughed, asking, “Did you?” She nodded, “Uh huh. Chase says she is your friend.” Lexi winked at her, “I’ve got a lot of friends, which one?”

Susie tilted her head, “The Black Arrow. Can you take me for ice cream? I’ve had a long day, and Chase will have to do paperwork.” I gaped at my little sister. Lexi smiled, “Sure thing, kiddo. Let’s go get you some ice cream.” I growled, “WITH Kincade and Kevin.” Lexi laughed, “What about Ken and Keith? They have been following me since I got into the territory. I assume your Lead warrior is doing other things since the pack was attacked.” I closed my eyes annoyed because she was right.

I linked my dad, “Aren’t you going to say Susie can’t go get ice cream?” My dad replied, “No, I’m trying this new thing out.” I growled, “Asshole. You have to pick now to find some chill? Uncool, dad. So, uncool.”

Susie jumped up, “Let’s go, Lexi.” I hugged Lexi again then said, “I’m so glad you're ok.” She smiled, “I’m glad you're ok too.” I hugged Susie, “I need you and Lexi here to stop scaring years off of my life. I’m too young to have grey hair.” Susie giggled, “We will try.” She took Lexi’s hand and led her outside. She waved at her mom and our dad before she went out of sight. Sally and Ted had left with them.

My phone rang, and I looked at it. It was Heath. I answered growling, “You have some FUCKING nerve! Noah was here working with the rogues. He intended to use MY sister to draw Sally out of her house for a trade.”

Heath replied, “I’m aware. I also know those rogues were from Nashville.” Matt linked, “Oh good.” I replied, “If this is McCann, I’ll fucking gut him like a damn fish!” I told Heath, “I have to make a call.” I hung up on him and turned to my family.

I said, “Nadine, dad, Isaac, I’m glad you are ok. Dad, stopped getting knocked unconscious for god’s sake.” My dad said, “I wasn’t knocked unconscious the last time. I took on a witch’s spell. That’s totally different.” I growled, “Not really.” I stalked out.

I turned to Matt, “Did we have any fatalities?” Matt said, “We were about to until Alpha Eric and his brothers showed up. They were out on a later than normal run, thank god.” Good. I was worried I’d been distracted and might have missed a pack member’s link breaking.

I walked into my office and dialed Alpha Davis. He answered, “This is Alpha Davis.” I stated, “This is Alpha Chase Daniels.” Alpha Davis sighed, “I see. What now?” I snarled, “I was just attacked by rogues with ties to Nashville. Do you know anything about that?” Alpha Davis replied, “I don’t.” I ordered, “Spread the word then; we killed them all and suffered only a few injuries. Same with my brother’s pack. If I find out this is your Gamma’s doing, I’ll kill him.” I hung up the phone.

Matt looked at the phone then said, “That’s always a good way to end a conversation.” My phone rang. Matt raised his hands, “Not it!” Derrick sighed and picked up the phone. He answered, “This is Gamma Derrick.” I heard Alpha Davis say, “Does Alpha Chase think he can just threaten my Gamma like that?” Derrick replied, “It’s not a threat. Just as you would say the same to him if I had gone off the reservation. His little sister was almost kidnapped.”

Alpha Davis sighed, “Yes, rumors have circulated suddenly that he has a five-year-old sister running around.” Derrick laughed, “For about five years now.” Alpha Davis sighed, “I doubt my Gamma would do this. He’s more direct.”

I linked Matt, “He might have gotten tips from the dead mother fucker.” Matt replied, “Noah probably did a deep dive into your enemies after he saw you running naked out of the concealed area at Lexi’s.” I questioned, “How did they even get in the area? Haley’s booby traps should’ve been set off?” Matt admitted, “That's a good question.”

Sally walked in as Derrick hung up the phone. I asked her, “Sally, how come the booby traps at your house didn’t get set off?” Sally laughed a little, “They did. Noah got electrocuted and turned blue, like a Smurf.” I raised an eyebrow.

She shrugged, “A witch got him to a holoport. He appeared back in a different place, and he stood back far enough out of the bobby trap range. Haley said those that were with him didn’t wish me harm specifically, just your pack. She’s going to pop in to amend her fairy charms. She was really mad she didn’t think about it already.”

Derrick asked her quietly, “Would you have done it? Traded yourself for Susie?” Sally sighed, “I would’ve used my calling card for BA.” I wanted to cringe. I didn’t want to think about BA. I must have reacted because Sally frowned. She asked, “Chase? Don’t you like BA?” I quickly replied, “What? Like her? I’ve never met her. She keeps saving people I know. So that’s good. But like? That’s a strong word.”

Sally looked at me like I was crazy. Matt linked me, “Smooth.” Derrick was trying not to laugh. Sally smirked, “Do you want to meet BA?” I didn’t even mean to shout, but I did. “NO!” Sally shrank back, “What? Why not?” Matt was trying not to laugh.

I shrugged, “I just don’t. I’m grateful she’s saved my family and helped us fight. If you speak with her, thank her. She seems to only meet people when she’s saving them, so I probably won’t meet her.” Matt linked, “Oh my god.” I growled, “Shut up!” Sally smirked, “Will do.” She flashed out of the house.

Susie came back a few minutes later. I called, “Hey Susie, did you have fun?” Susie nodded, “Lexi had ice cream at her house. She walked me over here but ran into Sally on the way. They waited until I walked inside and left. They were laughing about something; it must have been pretty funny.”

Matt linked, “Your reaction to BA had them laughing.” I sighed. I started to do all the paperwork from the attack. Midway through my phone rang. I answered, “Alpha Chase.” A distorted voice replied, “I hear you want to speak to me and you think I’d only converse with you if you needed saving. I just wanted to let you know that’s not the case.” I went stiff as a board.

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