Chapter 111 Reunion
Chapter 111: Reunion
Ruby’s POV
“I hate being a Beta!”
For the umpteenth time, Mikael Torrance whined. I wanted so badly to punch him. Unfortunately, I needed him too much where else would I find another all–around idiot like him in this world?
“Mikael, have you forgotten that you were the most competitive one back when we were young, right after the Beta selection?”
His lips curved downward even more. Good grief, he looked just like the little boy I remembered from kindergarten, the one who loved to pull on my braids and always ended up getting kicked into the gutter.
“Back then, I thought it was cool. My brother, Alpha Jaden, looked so impressive. But darnn, it’s all just nonsense. Too much work!” He pulled the blanket over himself again, covering his bare body.
“So, you really want to go back to sleep? Alpha will wake you up in his oh–so–friendly way,” I replied.
Mikael shuddered beneath the tulip–patterned fabric. He groaned and swore in Russian, and I pressed my lips together as hard as I could to keep from laughing. I reached out, touching his shoulder and patting it gently.
“Just go with him. I’m sure it won’t last until late this time,” I coaxed him softly.
He peeked out from under the blanket, grumbling, “But why does it have to be at 1 AM?! And in the middle of winter, Rosalyn!”
“Hm, I don’t really know.” I tilted my head, pondering various possible answers. “Maybe it’s something urgent. You said it was for the Raven Pack, right?”
“Yeah, that’s what Alpha said,” he replied sourly.
“You’d better get ready now.” I got up from the bed after pressing a kiss to the crown of my childish husband’s head. Grabbing my thicker clothes, I put them on quickly. “I’ll tell the kids that Alpha kidnapped you, and they’ll take out their anger on your brother. You know how they are, don’t you?”
That made his grin stretch so wide I almost feared it would tear. Moments like this reminded me where the twins got their strong genes from, their father.
“Cool!”
The winter morning arrived with gloomy sunlight and an overcast sky. The familiar scent of damp forest drifted through the air, seeping in through the vents. The house buzzed with lively chatter as Alice and Anna ran around the kitchen, their tiny feet pattering against the wooden floor. Today was their first day of kindergarten, and they could barely contain their
excitement.
“Mama! When do we have to go?” Alice whined, tugging at the hem of my sweater.
Anna, on the other hand, was already struggling to put on her little backpack, which looked comically oversized on her small frame. Her face shone with enthusiasm.
“I want to meet my friends!” she chirped.
“Agreed! Dores said there are lots of toys too!”
Anna cupped her cheeks in shock, while Alice eagerly nodded, confirming that everything their cousin had said was indeed true. I smiled warmly at the two of them, crouching down to adjust their coats.
“Yes, my loves. You’re going to have so much fun, and I’ll be there soon to drop you off.”
Mikael had finally escaped the wrath of the twins–though it had taken quite the effort, considering today was their first day of school. The moment I slightly twisted my words, the twins immediately began scheming. I grimaced, already imagining the pranks our Alpha would soon fall victim to.
The house smelled of warm toast and honey as I hurried to get them ready. Once the twins were bundled up in their coats, hats, and gloves, we headed to the car, their laughter ringing through the crisp morning air. A few passing omegas greeted them with friendly smiles.
The ride to school was filled with the twins excitedly pointing out everything they saw through the window.
“Look, Mama! A squirrel!” Alice gasped, her mouth forming a small ‘o. “It’s eating something!”
Anna pressed her face against the car window. “I bet it’s a magic nut.”
I chuckled at her whimsy. “You mean like some kind of fairy candy?”
Anna gave a small, determined nod. “Yes! It turns you into a superhero squirrel!”
By the time we arrived at the kindergarten, my heart was a mess of emotions. The school was a charming building nestled
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among rows of tall trees. Colorful decorations and cheerful drawings lined the walls, making it a welcoming place for both wolf pups and human children.
I led the kids inside, and almost immediately, the room filled with other parents chatting as their children clung to them. It seemed I wasn’t the only nervous parent dropping off their child on the first day.
A woman with blue eyes and blonde hair approached me, holding her son’s hand.
“Your daughters are beautiful. Twins?” she complimented with a warm smile.
I returned her smile. “Yes, Alice and Anna. They’re just beginning their future.”
“They look so excited,” she said, watching as Alice clung to Anna’s arm, both of them wide–eyed as they took in their new surroundings.
I covered my mouth, chuckling. “Excited and hyperactive.”
“Haha, yes, I can see that.” The woman couldn’t help but catch my beloved twins‘ infectious enthusiasm. “This is a big step for them and for us as mothers. By the way, I’m Evelyn.”
“Rosalyn Torrance. A pleasure to meet you, Lady Evelyn.”
We exchanged a few more words about the joys and struggles of raising little ones before the bell rang. Alice and Anna held hands, turning to look at me with their big, bright eyes. There wasn’t even a trace of fear about being in this new and unfamiliar place. I felt so proud of my two brave little wolves.
I knelt down and kissed their foreheads. “You’re going to do great, my loves. Be kind and have fun.”
With one last gentle pat, they hurried off to join the other children. I stood there for a moment, watching them communicate silently as they always did before blending into the group. My heart swelled with pride and emotion. With a heavy heart, I finally turned to leave the kindergarten. My thoughts drifted as I reflected on how quickly time had changed. In my past life, there were no cars, no bustling cities filled with machines. It was strange how humans had evolved so rapidly, even surpassing our kind in many ways.
It was easy to separate Ruby’s life from Rosalyn’s. And I wouldn’t trade this one for anything.
As I neared the city, I decided to stop by the supermarket to pick up some groceries. The store felt warm compared to the cold air outside, and I quickly grabbed a basket, maneuvering through the aisles. My focus wavered for a second as ! reached for a box of pasta only to nearly crash into a towering stack of canned food.
“Woah, little wolf, carefull!” a deep, amused voice rumbled.
A strong hand caught my wrist just in time, steadying me before I could send the entire display crashing down. I turned to face my unexpected savior and froze.
He towered over me, his dark eyes intense against his copper–toned skin. His physique was all muscle, radiating the commanding presence of a leader. But the most striking feature was the black eyepatch covering one of his eyes, making him look like a roguish pirate straight out of a forgotten legend.
I frowned in displeasure. “Little wolf, you said?”
He grinned, flashing sharp teeth. “You almost turned into a one–woman disaster zone.”
“I was fine, thank you very much,” I shot back, my tone clipped.
“Just a minor observation.” He crossed his arms, amusement still glinting in his gaze. “Would’ve been a shame if you got buried under a mountain of instant ramen.”
I couldn’t hide my irritation as I took a step back and brushed the dust off my coat. We had just met, yet he acted as if we were long–lost lovers. From his scent, he seemed to be one of our kind.
“I can handle myself.”
His smile widened. “Right. You definitely look like the type who can handle things.”
There was something unsettling about him. A strange sense of déjà vu crept over me. His appearance, his movements like felt eerily familiar. I forced myself to dig deeper into my memories, only to be rewarded with a headache that struck like a hammer. Great.
I tilted my head, studying him. “Do I know you?”
“Well, I certainly wish you did. But unfortunately, no, miss.”
I took a few steps forward, placing my hands on my hips. “You can’t just go around calling someone ‘little wolf‘ unless you actually know them.”
He shrugged. “Well, what can I say? Old habits die hard.”
I had had enough of dealing with this peculiar stranger in Scotland. There was nothing in it for me. I reached for my cart, ready to drag it away from him. Suddenly, he extended his hand.
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“I realize I’ve been rather rude. My name is Leonidas. And you, miss?”
I stared at his hand for a moment before finally taking it.
“Rosalyn Torrance.”
Leonidas grinned before releasing my hand. “Alright then, Rosalyn, try not to bring down the store displays again, okay?”
The corner of my eye twitched in irritation. I had half a mind to throw a can of instant food right at his annoyingly handsome face.
“You’re never going to let that go, are you, Mister Big Bad Wolf?”
He winked. “Not a chance. See you around, little wolf.”
I let out a disbelieving laugh as I watched Leonidas walk away, waving his hand in that annoyingly playful manner. I sincerely hoped I wouldn’t run into him again. If I did, I’d be sure to complain to Mikael.
A few moments later, a realization hit me like a bolt of lightning. Leonidas. One eye. A kingdom. I covered my mouth, a tremor running through my entire body.
Oh, my moon. It was him. Beta Leonidas!
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