Page 25 of The Married Alpha And His Arrow: Vol 1

Knowing he was out there, and probably close by made my heartbeat pick up. He had to know I was nearby too. Maybe he was looking for me. I blushed at the thought. I couldn’t stop my knowing glance and laugh with Astrid when Haley announced she was going to be Ariel. She wanted to wear a seashell bra and freak out Eric.

I couldn’t believe she was considering doing that. Not even just considering, she was going to do it. I’d studied our file on him extensively, and I could say anyone who messed with him would regret it. They weren’t Haley though.

I commented, “Those two have to be like bunnies. They went at it all night and morning before she came to see me. Now she’s setting up to work him for a repeat performance tonight.” Astrid laughed, “They are like bunnies. It’s weird, since it’s Haley who wouldn’t let anyone touch her, but it’s nice. More than nice. I love seeing her so confident and happy.” I couldn’t help but agree, “Me too. Her cousin is such a sweet soul.” Astrid smiled, “That she is.”

Emmaline asked Astrid and I what we were going to be. I wanted to be Jasmine, she was my favorite Princess. She never took shit from anyone. Astrid smiled as we got section off together. Gunner joined us, “How’s your friend, BA? I think his name is Ted.”

I joked, “Ted would be thrilled if you so much as glanced in his direction, Harper’s boytoy lover.” Harper hissed and kissed Gunner hard on the mouth. He told me, “Gunner is currently taken by me. Cali is having a female itch. He’s mine.”

Gunner laughed and patted him in the shoulder, “Down boy. Ted isn’t my type, but he’s a fun guy.” Astrid teased, “You, Cali, and Harper all end up in bed together all the time anyway.” Gunner winked, “That we do.” The love between Harper, Gunner, and Cali was enough to make anyone jealous.

Harper glanced sharply over at Haley’s group. I looked around but didn’t sense danger. I asked, “Harper? Is everything ok?” Gunner answered, “Haley’s just sharing some experience with the other two girls. Harper here isn’t used to Haley sharing too much of herself.”

I grumbled, “Not having enhanced sense of hearing sucks. Honestly, I’m just so happy to see Haley this way. I didn’t think we’d ever get here.” Harper clapped, “Thank you! Someone who sees it my way. Isn’t it weird she’s riding Eric’s magic dick every five seconds?” I spit out my drink, “WHAT?”

Gunner laughed, “Yeah, he calls his brother-in-law’s dick magic. You know, like a normal brother-in-law.” I whisper hissed, “Tell me you didn’t fuck her husband and mate!” Harper laughed, “I would’ve if I’d seen him first on an off period, and she wouldn’t have cared; you know that. But alas I will never ride the magic dick of Alpha Eric Conners.”

He turned and kissed Gunner again, then added, “Which is more than fine, because I’ve got all the man I need right here.” Gunner teased, “Good save.” I turned back around and saw Haley’s outfit when she stood up. I whistled, “Damn. Her wolf is going to lose it.” Harper turned and laughed. He announced, “Gunner we are staying with them tonight. This is going to be epic.” Gunner said, “You’ll get no arguments from me.”

Once we were all ready Haley and Gunner teased each other. I don’t know if those two would admit they were just like siblings. Their relationship was very cute and innocent. We all walked around to go on all of the rides.

Haley practically dragged me on the magic carpet ride. Then she rode with me and sang the songA Whole New Worldmaking me do the duet with her. She had me laughing so hard I cried. Gunner and Harper literally faded in the background when we got to it's a small world, leaving Blade to guard Haley.

Astrid and I were bent over laughing as he piled into the teacup with Haley and Emmaline. Astrid said, “Only Haley could get Blade on this ride.” I countered, “Only his sense of duty to protect her could get him on this ride.”

Astrid looked around, “I’ll have to bring the kids here with Bjourn. Haley was right. This is a fun place.” I asked, “How are your kids? Gosh, I’m going to get this wrong, but you have seven right now, right? Hastein, Hugo, Arvid, Louis, Alvin, Gabe, and I’m drawing a blank on the last one.”

Astrid laughed, “You did pretty good. We do have seven. Bjourn wants to talk about going for number eight. You only missed our youngest for now, Brenton.” I snapped my fingers, “I don’t know why I always forget him.”

Astrid shrugged, “He’s only three, and he hangs out with Cayden most of the time.” I mentally went through children before clarifying, “Your brother’s oldest child, right?” Astrid nodded, “Yes, Cayden will one day be the commander of the Hackura army. Just like his daddy.” We stayed in the park a bit longer before all of us said goodbye to each other. Haley squeezed me extra tight before popping away with Emmaline.

Astrid and I ran into a shop before she took me back since I had to get Ted a present. I ended up getting him a Stitch character adult onesie. I knew he’d love it. He cried and laughed about that damn movie all the time. He sent me Stitch memes every day. Astrid quickly opened a portal, and I was back in my office. I took my mask and placed it on my desk, my hair turning black again.

Ted opened the door, “I have such great timing. OH MY GOD! You got a Disney Princess makeover WITHOUT ME!” I reassured him, “I can get appointments for us to get it done. It was fun.” Ted studied me, “Well, I think you have to go around the rest of the evening wearing that.” I agreed, “If you wear your gift, I’ll stay in mine.”

Ted clapped, “OHHH gimme, gimme, gimme!” I handed him the bag, and he pulled out the outfit. He laughed, “Damn, Lex! I said fabulous you just had to deliver, didn’t you?” I smiled, “I aim to please.” Ted chuckled, “You have all the puns now, don’t you?” I grinned, “I can’t help it sometimes.”

Ted said, “Let me go put this on, then you and I are taking a walk.” Ted stepped out, returning quickly. I laughed, “Shouldn’t we go over what’s happened while I was gone?” Ted waved his hands, “People need to see us in all of our amazingness.”

I laughed and we walked outside. We got lots of compliments as we walked around. I could feel that people were following us. I gave Ted a signal to split up. Ted signaled back, and we went different ways, not that we were even remotely hard to spot right now. Ted and I had a plan for things like this. We were going to lure them behind the hotel. It was secluded, and if a fight needed to happen that’s where we wanted it to be.

We circled each other and met at our spot. Someone called, “Collette.” I knew my eyes widened as Ted stared into mine. I turned, “Henrick, you are a long way from home.” Henrick smiled and two of his closest friends and three bodyguards stepped into view.

Henrick said, “I heard this was a lovely place.” I frowned, “You heard Tennessee was a lovely place, and you just had to come out to see it?” Henrick flicked non-existent dirt off his shoulder, “My IT people detected a hack a few weeks back, then you just up and disappeared Collette.”

I pointed out, “I didn’t disappear. I was placed with your company for a designated period of time. I extended my contract because we were having some fun which you decided to end. I don’t even know about computers. I am a temp who filed things.”

Henrick looked me up and down, “Don’t you look good enough to eat? Are you temping as a Princess for the day?” I tilted my head, “I was at an event.” Henrick smiled, “Ahh, so you work for the party planner in this area?” I went with that, “I did some contract work, dressing as a Princess.” Henrick smiled, “You’re coming with me. I want answers, and you, my dear, are going to sing for me. I don’t like being lied to.”

I needed to stall so I intentionally pissed him off, “Henrick, is this about Raphael?” His friends twitched and Henrick’s face flushed with anger. I sighed, “Look, I’m sorry that you wanted me to pine over you like all the other women, but that’s just not me. I told you that when we got together. Tracking me down is a HUGE breach, and a violation of my contract with the temp agency. Leave before you make this worse.”

Ted sighed, “We are going to have to contact Mr. Jones about this. You know how he gets Collette, and you’re his favorite.” Henrick’s face was contorting in rage. He took a step towards me, and growls filled the air. We all stopped.

Ted smugly stated, “It sounds like the big bad wolf is out with his pack.” The faint smell of sandalwood hit me. A bodyguard stepped towards Ted. Ted took up a fighting stance when the loudest snarl of anger I’d ever heard pierced the air. Um Ok?

A giant brown wolf jumped over Ted and attacked the bodyguard who threatened him, ripping him to shreds in seconds. Ted muttered something I couldn't make out. We turned to each other in shock. I quickly grabbed him; he wasn’t a fighter.

I ordered, “RUN!” He let his terror come through in his tone, “Come with me!” I gritted my teeth, “Now is NOT the time for this argument.” Three wolves now surrounded us. The sandalwood smell was getting stronger. Ted argued, “You come with me, or I stay out here with you.” I hissed and we both took off for the hotel.

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