Chapter 150

Shawna POV

I stood in the kitchen with my mother, helping her make breakfast. Michael was still softly snoring, so I let him sleep. I was dicing onions and peppers for the omelets she was going to make. We hadn't said much so far, other than good morning, and she had asked if I could help her. I walked over and poured myself a cup of coffee, leaning against the counter. The smell made my stomach roll a little, and I set it on the counter and took a deep breath. "Are you okay, dear?" my mother asked. "You look a little green."

"I'm fine." I lied. I couldn't tell her my suspicions. I changed the subject. "Dinner was nice last night. Why don't you ever go over there for dinner? Cassidy is a great cook."

My mom shifted and then turned and looked at me. "I told you, she trapped your brother."

"How do you know that Mom? Did he tell you that?" I asked.

"No," she sighed. "But I can tell, that girl got pregnant so quickly and then bam, they are mates."

"Actually, Ben said she got pregnant the night of the Full Moon run, when they found out they were mates. He told me they snuck around for two weeks because all they wanted to do was fuck, so by the time she realized she was pregnant and he had to tell you, you got all judgemental on him," I gave her a look and she shifted uncomfortably. "Mom, they are mates. I saw them together. They love each and they are happy."

"I don't know," she said softly. "It's just to convenient."

"To convenient? What does that even mean?" I said disgusted. "You're going to be a grand mother, that's your only grandchild. Don't you want to be part of her life?" I asked.

"Her?" she replied. "They are having a girl?"

"Yes and you would know that if you gave that sweet girl the time of day," I replied. "You know she lost her mom last year, right?"

"Of course I know that," she said looking guilty.

"Don't you think she could have used your advice the past few months? It's been hard for her and you have been treating her like a pariah. Ben said he tried to talk to you. Why aren't you listening to him?"

"I just wanted him to be happy and I didn't think she would make him happy." She stood staring at the floor. "That girl has followed him around since they were kids you know."

"Mom, Michael knew I was his mate even before the Full Moon Run. I wasn't so sure because I didn't think I was lovable. He never gave up on me, and it sounds like Cassidy didn't give up either. She said she knew Ben was the one and guess what, she was right," I pushed away from the counter. "You need to seriously reconsider your stance. Lynn is gone and I'm leaving and won't be back. Ben and Cassidy are the ones who will give you grandchildren that you can pamper and spoil. You should want that."

"You're leaving?" she asked.

"Of course I am. Michael needs to get back to Georgia so he can take over the warriors and I want to start getting our house made into a home. I'd hope you would want me to be happy after everything," I said.

"I do."

"Mom, I'm saying this because I love you. You need to get it together. Everything is not about you and you will miss out on alot of love if you don't let your ill concieved ideas go." I turned and walked towards the door. "I'm going to wake up Michael for breakfast, please don't make any more scenes in front of my mate."

"I wouldn't," she protested.

"You already did mother. I'm asking you, please don't ask me any more questions about my captivity. It was horrible. I was tortured and raped and nearly died and that's all I'm going to tell you about it. If not for Michael, I don't know who I would be. He's good to me and he's solid and patient. Ben and Cassidy are happy, let them be. Work on yourself and you will find that life will be much kinder to you." I walked from the kitchen towards my room. Michael stood there, leaning against the door frame. He was dressed and ready for the day. "You heard that?" I asked quietly.

Michael nodded. "I did. I didn't want to inerupt or intrude. I'm proud of you babe," he pulled me in for a hug. I felt so safe wrapped in his arms. I just stood there, letting him hug me as I drew in his scent. Michael kissed the top of my head. "Are we eating breakfast? I smell food. Or do you want to go to town and find a diner."

I laughed. "No diner. My mom cooked, let's eat." I pulled his hand and led him to the kitchen. Michael poured himself a cup of coffee and glanced at my mother.

"Good morning Celeste, that smells wonderful," Michael said, giving her no indication that he had heard me berate her.

"Oh goodness, thank you. Are you hungry? It's ready now if you are." She turned to me and smiled and I knew she had pulled herself together, at least for now.

We sat and ate together, talking about idle topics. My father walked in shortly after we finished eating and were cleaning up. "Did you save me anything?" he asked my mother, kissing her on the temple.

"Of course dear, Shawna wrapped you a plate and put it in the oven to keep warm," she motioned to the oven and my father walked over and pulled it out.

"Excellent, so what do you have planned today?" he asked her. "Are you working for the Alpha again?"

"No, not today," she said. "Actually, I think I am going over to visit with Cassidy," she said quietly. "It's time I apologize to that girl for my behavior."

My father looked surprised but then schooled his expression. "Wow, should I go with you?" he asked.

"No no, it's fine. Really. I will behave, I promise," she said. My father looked at me and I gave him a wink and a shrug.

"Michael and I are going for a run in the woods, see you both later," and I grabbed Michael's hand and pulled him out the front door before anyone could protest.

"Huh, I can't believe it worked," I said to him.

"You were very convincing," he said as we walked toward the treeline. "I mean you can get me to do just about anything too."

"Anything?" I said slyly.

"Yeah, pretty much."

"Well then come with me Alpha, I have something to show you."