Page 74 of The Married Alpha And His Arrow: Vol 1

An older woman came over, “Sorry about that, Alpha. She’s new around here and human.” I sighed, “Can I have water? Lots of water. Like five glasses. OHH a pitcher!” The waitress bit her lips, but couldn’t hide her smile, “Sure you can.”

I asked her, “What’s good here?” The waitress pointed at the menu, “Our waffles are the best in three counties. It’s an odd combination, but our fries are good too.” I nodded, “I want all those things.” The waitress laughed, “Alpha?” Chase smiled, “I’ll have a burger and a vanilla milkshake.”

My eyes lit up, “OH ME TOO! I want a burger and strawberry milkshake.” Chase laughed. The waitress asked, “So no waffles?” I shook my head, “Waffles, fries, burger, milkshake and do you have onion rings? I LOVE ONION RINGS!”

The waitress teased, “If you can eat all that I’m going to need to know how you’re such a tiny thing.” I said, “I can eat all those things and I will. I run. a lot. I’m very fast. One second I’m there, the next I’m a mile away.” The waitress left and returned with six waters and a pitcher. I drank them all.

Chase was trying not to laugh. I asked, “So what don’t you own around here? I need to run to my P.O. Box when we are done here.” Chase admitted, “I own a lot around here, but you should say we. What’s mine is yours. Where’s your P.O box?”

What’s mine is his? God, is he going or ask me to marry him? I’d marry him. I shook myself away from those thoughts. I answered, “It’s about fifteen minutes from here in the other direction.” Chase pursed his lips, “That’s not my territory, but we can pick it up.” It wasn’t in Eric’s either. I smiled, “Thanks! Kind of important for sexy time.” Chase murmured, “God, do I even want to know?” I nodded, “I gotta pick up my birth control.” Chase admitted, “I probably should’ve asked you about that.”

I told him quite seriously, “You should’ve. Guys should be just as responsible as women.” Chase nodded. I continued, “The healer from the Shroud sends me my birth control pills in three months' supply at a time.” Chase said, “That’s handy.” I clapped, “Isn’t it? I’ve never got a cold before, but you should get condoms in case I have to take an antibiotic.”

Chase spit out his water the waitress brought him. I continued, “Noah’s mom went to A LOT of detail when I went on birth control. She always tried to help me. She’s always so sad. I don’t know why though. She’s the nicest one in the family to me now. The Troll’s little brother, he’s not as bad as his big brother. We used to be friends, and I was looking forward to being his sister. I think it really upset him when it turned out we weren’t going to be family. I know he wanted to be fair to Sally and be the brother in law she deserved. She does have blood brothers too. They are nice.”

Chase said, “Your brother said the same about the Troll’s brother.” I shrugged, “He’s eighteen and trying to prove himself. He always wanted me to be his sister, and I think the Troll told him I would be. He’s not so bad. The Troll though he’s horrid.” Chase smirked, “And he’s a Troll who is not worthy of Sally fucking Quaid.” I yelled, “Damn straight!”

The waitress brought our food. I squealed “THIS SMELLS AMAZING!” I looked at Chase, “Not you amazing, but amazing.” The waitress shot a questioning glance at Chase. I dug into my food, and promptly inhaled it all.

I looked up to see both of them staring at me in shock. I shrugged and grabbed my milkshake and drank it down. I held my head, “Ohhhh brain freeze!” Chase gasped, “You don’t chug a milkshake Sweetheart!” I pinched the bridge of my nose, “I think I knew that.”

Chase joined me on my side of the booth and rubbed my shoulders. When my head stopped hurting he ate his food. I waved the waitress down, “Do you have chocolate cake?” The waitress answered, “We do.” I asked, “Can I have the cake?” Chase inquired, “Do you mean a piece?” I shook my head, “No, the whole cake. I want the whole cake.”

The waitress laughed, “We have three slices left.” I sighed, “I suppose that will do.” Chase laughed and the waitress came back with my pieces of cake. I ate them all and sat back. “I think I’m good now.” Chase said, “That’s good since they are out of cake.” I smiled at him, “You’re so cute, and you’re laughing a lot tonight. Maybe I missed my calling. I should be comedian.”

Chase smirked, “Let’s go to your P.O Box.” I jumped up, “Right, we gotta be cautious.” Chase laughed and led me outside. He opened the door again. “Wolves, man. Everyone needs a wolf. Except someone needs my brother. He’s a good one.”

Chase said, “I’m sure he will find his second chance.” He ran around and got in the car. I directed him towards my P.O box. After several minutes Chase tensed. I said, “Turn that frown upside down. We are here! I’ll be right back.”

I ran inside, bumping into a man. I apologized, “I’m sorry.” The man assured me, “That’s alright.” Something looked familiar about him, but I couldn’t place it. I shrugged and went to my P.O. Box I grabbed my birth control, then I turned and watched the guy I’d run into. He was sneaking glances over at me. Why was he so familiar? I estimated he was a little older than me, but not by much. Probably between Heath and I age wise. That was a guess though. He could be older.

I walked over and tapped him on the shoulder. He turned around with a smirk on his face. Something nagged at my brain, but I couldn’t figure it out. I asked, “Do I know you?” He shook his head, “You don’t.” I frowned, “I think I do. You look familiar. What’s your name?” The guy laughed, “James.” I said, “Everyone’s laughing at me tonight. James. Hmmm, hey! That was my dad’s name.”

The guy smiled, “Was it?” I nodded, “I think he’s dead. Are you sure that I don’t know you?” The guy frowned, “You think your dad is dead?” I nodded, “Pretty sure. There’s like a five percent chance he’s not.”

The guys frowned, “Are you alright, Lexi? You’re out late. Are you drunk?” I waved my hand, “I’m fine. I had myself a girl’s night. A friend of mine’s ex is an ass. My ex too. He’s the fucking worst. We call him the Troll! Apparently, it’s the highest of all fairy insults. You should get yourself a fairy friend. My friend is the Princess and she’s the best. I had myself a few iron weapons made that Heath wouldn’t let me use. It would’ve been fun. He did not agree though. Spoil sport.”

He gaped, “Umm, well I don’t have any fairy friends. Who is your ex? Did you break up with your stri… Wait, is that Alpha Chase outside?” I nodded, “It is! Gotta run! My guy is waiting on me. He’s the sweetest!”

I got to the door then turned, “Wait! How did you know my name?” No one was there. I frowned. Chase was right, I was drunk. I was imaging people and talking to them. I got outside quickly. Chase was still tense.

I got in the car and asked, “Did you see anyone come out?” Chase frowned, “No, did you see anyone?” I tapped my chin, “I don’t know. The only way out is the front. I thought I did. Damn, he looked familiar too. Oh well, I admit defeat. I’m drunk.”

Chase laughed, “You are but it’s adorable.” I sighed, “Aww, you’re just sweet on me. My mom always told me my string would find everything about me great. Like dad and mom did.” Chase smiled, “I am very sweet on you.” I giggled, “That’s good. I’m sticking around for a while. I’d even fight someone for you. My style.”

Chase rubbed my thigh asking, “What’s your style?” I said, “It’s a secret, but I kick ass... Shhhh.” Chase laughed but I was serious. I’d go Black Arrow on someone for my man. We got back to my house without issue. Chase led me inside and we went up to my room. I set an alarm for a few hours.

I explained, “I want to be there when they wake up, but I want to stay with you.” Chase smiled and put his arms around me in bed, “You can always stay with me, Sweetheart.” I whispered, “I love you, Chase.” Chase smiled, “I love you too, Lexi.” I smiled and drifted off to sleep.

My alarm beeped waking me up. I bolted up in bed not remembering how I ended back up at my place. Chase was standing at the end of the bed, holding a red drink in a glass. He handed it to me explaining, “It’s Gatorade. How are you feeling?” I sat up, “Fine. When did I get here?” Chase smiled, “You came over here once Ted and Sally fell asleep. We went to my diner and your P.O. Box.” I laughed asking, “Did we really?”

Chase nodded, “You also tried to set up Kincade and Sally.” I admitted, “She does need a wolf, they could work. He could be her second chance string.” Chase shook his head, “No, he’d feel drawn to her. He currently thinks she’s cute and funny, but he doesn’t feel anything like he would if they were second chance mates.”

I sighed, “Oh well maybe someone else then.” Chase smiled, “I'm sure she’ll get someone else. Come on downstairs.” I came downstairs and gaped, “You made omelet’s?” Chase waved a spatula, “It’s a specialty of mine.” I sat down and took a bite. I moaned, “A damn good specialty.” I ate my food and ran upstairs to brush my teeth. I came back down and found Chase cleaning the dishes. It was silly, but that touched me.

I came up behind him kissing his bare back. He turned, “Lexi.” I looked up at him, “Take me back to bed.” Without a word he picked me up and took me upstairs. He took me out of his hoodie. He asked, “Do you have any idea how good you look in my clothes?” I laughed, “They are too big for me.” Chase growled, “It’s so fucking hot.” His trailed kisses down my neck.

I hooked my toes in his shorts and yanked them down. He pulled off my pants. I pulled him back up to me, “I need you right now.” Chase smirked, “I’m going to have to plan a getaway for us so I can take my damn time with you.” I panted, “I could take some time off. Just let me know when.”

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