Page 140 of The Alpha and His Childhood Sweetheart

I snapped all our plates clean. Alexander’s excitement hit me next. It felt like he seemed to think everything was about to be worth it. What was going on? I raised an eyebrow because his anticipation was higher than I’d ever felt. I could practically taste his excitement.

Elise put her hands on my back, “EJ?” I shrugged, “It’s probably nothing.” I was walking outside when Alexander’s panic, concern, and fear hit me hard. I went down to a knee. Elise shouted, “EJ, what happened?!” I took out my phone and called Alexander, but he didn’t answer. I called Phil next, but he didn’t answer either.

I tried Gage. He answered, “Hey, EJ.” I asked, “What the hell is going on with Alexander?” He admitted, “I don’t know. He was in the gym.” I growled, “He left.” He groaned, “I just left.” He was going to look for his mate. I ordered, “Go. I’ll figure it out.” He sighed, “Alright.”

I called Wesley. He answered, “EJ, again. Really?” I growled, “Don’t give me that shit. What did Angela do to Alexander?” Wesley admitted, “I don’t know. I thought that was Max feeling that way because it was so close to me. I’ve been cursing him out in our link for not answering me. That’s my bad.”

That made sense because I felt Alexander and Cassie stronger because we were triplets. The other siblings had to search their connections. I heard a pop on his side again. Angela sighed, “He’s fine! Both of you take a chill pill!”

I argued, “He does not FEEL fine. He’s worried about something.” To a very extreme level. I added, “He feels like he’s in physical pain, but I know it’s not his pain.” Was he healing someone? Brutus said, “Oden is locked down. I can’t get anything from him. He’s in shock.” Awesome. Perfect. Wonderful.

Angela sighed, “It’s fine, I promise.” She couldn’t lie and she’d never let him hurt alone. I blew out a breath saying, “Alright.” I closed my phone and called Cassie.

She answered, “EJ, did you get anything out of Angela? All I got is Alexander’s fine. He’s not usually worried about a prank being pulled on him.” I rubbed my face, “I mean maybe they did some doll trick where he thinks he’s being attacked.”

Cassie snorted, “That would explain his excitement, but not this near crippling pain and concern. I guess they could have him think he needs to rescue us.” She was trying to talk herself into it. Alexander was still worried but not as much. He’d gone into full protective mode.

I assured her, “I’ll monitor him. If he tugs me, I’m gone. I’ll call you if I find anything out.” Cassie snorted, “You’d better. If he tugs you, I’m coming too. That little brat better tug me if he pulls you.” I laughed, “He’s a little taller and older than you.” Cassie retorted, “That doesn’t mean I can’t call him a little brat. He’s giving me anxiety. I will continue calling him a little brat until this feeling goes away.” I laughed because she hung up.

Elise told me, “We don’t have to go.” I shook my head, “No, we should go. Angela insists Alexander is just fine. He will tug on our connection if he needs me.” My phone beeped. I looked down noting it was our big family on all sides group chat.

Angela:WORRY WARTS IT IS FINE! Leave him alone! Several of you promised me you would. Have some chill FOR THE LOVE OF AESIR! I told you he’d be fine, and I can’t lie.

I rolled my eyes and got into the car. Ithios faded in near the house. He was one of the head guard for one of my older Hackura cousin. I told our group, “Just one second,” and popped to him. I asked, “What are you doing? Is H here? I thought he was dark right now. Does he need me?” My cousin Hastein was the Future King of the Hackura realm.

Ithios answered, “He is dark, but he sent me to you. He’s worried about Alexander.” I snorted, “He can join the club. Angela says it’s fine.” He laughed, “Well then, I’ll assure the Crown Prince all is well.” He faded back and I popped back to my in laws.

I popped us all to an abandoned road close to the park. We got out of the car and made our way into the park. I asked Elise, “What do you want to do first?” She smiled answering, “The Splash Mountain Jungle Water Slide!” I bumped her forward with my hips, “Let’s go then.” Dane and MaryBeth came with us. While the others scattered. I quickly took out my phone.

Me:Answer your phone, Alexander. What the hell is going on? You’re giving me serious anxiety, little brother. Just tell me that everything is ok like Angela says it is.

I conjured my phone away as we climbed up the water slide. Elise sat down and I jumped behind her and wrapped my arms around her waist. I pushed us off before they could tell us we couldn't go down together. Elise giggled, “My daredevil man.” I squeezed her tightly to me. I whispered, “No one can keep me from my girl.” She leaned back into me.

The beautiful scenery flashed by us. My earth side loved it here. We were staying at my parent’s home. My dad had purchased this place for my parents first wedding anniversary and my mom loved it. Next, Elise wanted to do the Kula Canopy Flier. It was a zipline on a roller coaster track.

I wasn’t surprised to find Dalton and Dakota were already here. Dalton yelled, “I’m not leaving this section of the park! WOOHOO!!! What a rush!” Dakota agreed, “It really is.” Elise and I got in line. We’d lost Dane and MaryBeth along the way. I wasn’t sure where Peter, Chelsea, and Cooper had gone. Either.

We climbed our way up the ladder. I had Elise go first because I wanted to keep an eye on her. Brutus agreed, “Fabulous plan.” Ireplied, “I know that.” Elise squealed and giggled as the zipline/roller coaster took off. I couldn’t contain my smile. Alexander had dialed down his anxiety. He was still worried, but he was no longer panicked. That I liked.

Once I was strapped in myself, I pushed off. I held my arms out as I flew around the track. We rode it a few more times. Elise loved it so much and I loved seeing her so happy. She looked carefree and we’d had such a stressful time of everything lately I was addicted to the look on her face now.

Brutus said, “We need to do better at getting away and having distractions. I don’t want mate so anxious.” I agreed, “Yes, we really do.” Eventually we moved on and went to feed the turtles. From there we went into the fish display.

My water cousins would ADORE this place. They needed to come. I linked Jayden, “You need to put Kula Wild Adventure Park on your list of places to go with your siblings. You guys will love it.” He replied, “I’ll make note.”

Seconds later he linked, “I googled that place. It’s a travesty I’ve never heard of it. I’m making reservations as I link you.” I laughed and squeezed Elise tightly. She asked, “Are you having fun?” I answered, “A blast.”

Next, we paid for some animal interactions. The bond told me Elise was a little worried. Not all animals reacted well to wolves, but I knew with my earth Fairy side that we’d be just fine. Elise wanted nothing to do with the snakes, but I held one. Dalton was all about it too.

We’d caught back up with them. Brutus snorted, “They caught up to us. They were on the zipline.” I chucked, “We ended up in the same place. Do you like that better?” He answered, “Yes.” Elise did hold the Iguana. I winked at her before we left and continued on in the park.

We met back up with the larger group for the ‘behind the scenes’ tour. We got to see the eggs they had in incubation. Wealso saw a very large coral display. We walked over bridges of open habitats. Chelsea, Elise, and MaryBeth were busy snapping pictures of everything.

I just enjoyed watching Elise be herself. It hit me at that moment that we could be expecting a pup or pups sometime soon. Brutus began to purr in my head. I told him, “She keeps saying she’ll be ready to try for one when she turns twenty-five. Having pups is officially about to start becoming a reality.” He agreed, “And we are both thrilled.” He was right. My dad was the best example of a father I could’ve asked for. I was beyond excited with a healthy dose of nervousness.

Once we were done with our tour, we sat down for the barbeque that came with the package we’d purchased. After that we went back through all the attractions. Elise wanted to do the slide and zipline/roller coaster again.

When it was almost time to go, Elise dragged me to the gift shop. We got something for everyone. There was a tiny ukulele Elise was eyeing. I grinned encouraging her, “Get it for Ladybug. You want to and I’m sure she will figure out how to play it.” Elise laughed, “Really? You think she’ll like it?”

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