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Beta - The Bayou Boys 28
CASSYThe sound of shattering glass jolted me awake. The remnants of the hurricane still howled outside, the wind and rain relentless. I slipped out of bed and went down the hall, following the noises of a fight. When I reached the common area, I found Teddy trying to clean up the shards of glass. The front door was wide open, blowing back and forth as the wind whipped through the room. "What happened?" I asked, feeling my pulse quicken. He looked up at me and groaned. "Phin's drunk. He threw a glass, probably gave me a shiner, and stormed out onto the porch like a child." Dammit. Phin was drunk again. Just like Teddy predicted, here was the fallout. I had to get better at not giving Teddy these I-told-you-so moments. After everything we'd been through, he was still letting us down. I had to take a deep breath because the anger made me shake. Shake and want to break something. I'd never been this mad as a working Alpha before. It was intense. I stepped onto the porch, ready for a
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Hearing Cassy say she would never be a Bay was a blow to my ego that I didn't expect. It felt like she was rejecting a part of me, my heritage, and what I thought we were building together. This was an important conversation we should've already had. I'd always just assumed she would take my name. It was a given, right? I guess I was wrong. It was one of many important conversations I was starting to regret not having. We had damn near a year before she was marked to have them all. Yet, we spent most of it either rubbing against each other or fighting over so many stupid things I couldn't even name anymore. It wasn't for lack of trying, at least a few times. But try telling a 17-year-old female alpha to calm down enough for those types of things. I was fighting an uphill battle from the start, and I knew I would be right from the moment I heard her voice on the first day. "What do you mean you won't be a Bay?" I demanded. Cassy crossed her arms, looking defiant as she leaned agai
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TEDDY I drove back to the house with the family in tow. The fight with Cassy was still fresh, and I knew we needed to resolve it. "Got the family with you, huh?" Phin said, eyeing the parents and kids in the truck. "Yeah, they needed a place," I replied, getting out. "Can you help set them up while Cassy and I talk?" Phin nodded, a knowing look in his eye. "Sure thing. But listen, you gotta put her in her place, Teddy. She'll love it." I frowned, not quite sure what he meant. "You think that'll make her take my last name?" Phin laughed, shaking his head. "Probably not. Nothing will there, frère. But it'll help you get some control of her and help her get control of her emotions a little." Maybe he was right. Maybe Cassy needed me to take charge, to show her that I could be the man she needed. I took a deep breath and headed inside. I found Cassy in the kitchen, her back to me as she stared out the window. "We need to talk," I stated. She turned, her eyes wary but defiant.
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CASSY Teddy smiled as he slowly traced his fingers up and down my spine. I was in bliss, total bliss. I tried to not think about how Phin likely facilitated this moment between us. Sitting on the porch earlier, I watched Teddy drive away, kicking up water and mud everywhere. Seeing his truck disappear into the distance left a hollow feeling in my chest. I wrapped my arms around my knees, trying to make sense of everything. The argument had taken a toll on both of us, and I was left sitting here with Phin.Phin was still on the porch, sprawled out on the swing, looking worse for wear. He was clearly still drunk from earlier, but his usual bravado was tinged with a hint of vulnerability."Ya know, Cassy, he's not gonna let this go easy," Phin slurred, his words heavy and slow.I sighed, looking over at him. "I know, Phin. But I can't just give up who I am."Phin laughed bitterly. "You think any of us give a damn about who we are? We're all just playin' roles, darlin'.""Maybe," I ad
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CASSY After the hurricane, Teddy, Phin, and I went out to survey the damage to the omega camps. The devastation was immense, and the camps were all but gone. This wasn't just about homes being lost, it was about lives being shattered. I glanced at Teddy, whose eyes mirrored my own sense of determination, and then at Phin, who looked more worried than ever."We can't let anyone return to these camps," I said firmly. "We'll create community housing up by the packhouse."Phin frowned. "That's gonna cost a lot, Cassy.""I don't care about the cost," I replied. I could see the conflict in his eyes. He struggled with the idea of me, a female, taking charge and making significant financial decisions... As usual. It was emasculating for him, but there was no time for that. This was about the pack's survival. About twenty families without a home to call their own. If what they had in those Omega camps could have been referred to as homes. It is more like a shelter at best. I immediatel
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We worked through the night to set up new housing for the omegas displaced by the hurricane. It was a hard effort, but by the end of the night, we had twenty-five shells ready to be turned into homes. Despite us telling them they could continue to stay in the pack house where there was electricity, they all decided to move into their new homes now. Honestly, those shells were probably better than what they were living in when they lived in the swamp anyway.I watched Cassy and Phin during breakfast. Cassy was teaching him different methods and how to do various things. Things we just didn't bother with down here. I knew most of it, even though we were raised together. When I found out I would attend the one at the Monroe mansion, I hit up reels online hard. I watched every how-to I could get my hands on. I didn't want to show up there and look like a fool. I was set on making a good impression and was convinced my mate would be there. I had been right. They were starting to get al
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PHINCassy sat between us in the limo, radiating confidence. "Tonight is going to be great. Just remember to have fun and be yourselves."The drive to the ball was filled with light-hearted jesting, I'm sure, meant to ease my nerves. When we arrived, the grandeur of the Hervoux pack's estate took my breath away. The mansion was a typical high-class Gulf Coast beauty, with sprawling verandas, tall white columns, and large bay windows. Spanish moss draped elegantly from ancient oak trees on purpose, swaying gently in the evening breeze. Lights twinkled in the trees, and music floated around the area from speakers I couldn't even see. It was like stepping into another dimension.Cassy stepped out first, holding her head high, and Teddy and I followed her lead. She knew exactly what to do and where to go while we looked like lost puppies following her lead. We were in her world now. Inside, the ballroom was a sea of elegant dresses and sharp suits. As we entered, I could feel eyes on
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PHINCassy mentioned going to talk to Alpha Gregory, the leader of the pack. Viviana looked at her funny, confusion written all over her face. Cassy turned to me, exasperated. "Phin, what the hell... you haven't..."Viviana started to get uncomfortable and tried to excuse herself. I began to panic, and I grabbed her hand. Cassy watched as realization dawned on Viviana's face... she recognized we were mates. Her panic mirrored my own, but for different reasons."I can't have a mate, the twins need me, and the Luna will be furious!" Viviana exclaimed.Cassy stepped in, trying to calm her down. "Just breathe. Phin isn't just an omega. He's a powerful alpha. That holds weight."Viviana looked unconvinced, and for good reason. When we approached Luna Prissy with the news, she flat-out refused to let Viviana leave. "I don't care if he's an alpha. Viviana isn't going anywhere. She's the only one who can feed my children."Prissy, Alpha Gregory's second wife after his first died, was notorio
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KNOX - I pushed open the door to the house. Teddy followed behind, whistling some tune already stuck in my head. We'd left the twins with Phin. Koda and Marilee had been inseparable, and honestly, Phin seemed like he had things under control.I never thought I would say that, but it was true. He was doing pretty damn good handling this one. So far, anyway. Inside, the house was quiet. Too quiet.Teddy glanced around. "Where is everyone?"We stepped into the living room, and Cassy was lounging on the couch. She'd finally woken up, and I'm sure Mom had gotten all the kids out to give her some peace. I could barely register it before Teddy sprinted across the room and scooped her into his arms. He kissed her like the world might end if he didn't."Geez, get a room," I muttered, rolling my eyes as I leaned against the doorframe.Teddy shot me a grin over Cassy's shoulder. "Gladly," he quipped, lifting her effortlessly as she let out a playful laugh. He headed toward the hallway, carryi
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PHIN - I walked along the edge of the bayou at daybreak. Koda and Kage trailed behind me, their steps careful as they took in the surroundings. I had to remember that they were essentially city boys. Cypress trees loomed above us, the Spanish moss draping down like nature's curtains. They were in awe."Today, I will show you boys some ways you can help out around here." I turned to face them. "There's always plenty to do, and it's a good way to get to know the land better."Kage grinned. "I've been waiting for this. What are we doing first?""We'll start by checking the crawfish traps," I replied. "Then maybe give Viv and Morna a hand with the feast."Koda glanced back toward the house. "Is Marilee coming too?""She'll join us later," I said. "Right now, she's helping her Mama in the kitchen."We made our way through the marsh, avoiding the softer mud. The air was thick with the scent of wildflowers and wet earth. As we reached the traps, I saw they were packed full of crawfish, thei
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SKY - I stood in the kitchen, surveying the crazy mess of toys scattered across the floor. The twins, Nola and Huck, had transformed the entire house into their personal playground. They had an uncanny ability to find mischief in every corner at just a year old.I should have expected it just from watching their fathers. "Nola, that's not for chewing," I called out as she attempted to bite down on the remote control. She looked up with a cheeky grin, her tiny teeth flashing. They were teething and trying to chew the entire house up.Kyran chuckled beside me. "She's got your inquisitiveness, you know."I nudged him playfully. "And your knack for getting into trouble."Kael emerged from the hallway, carrying a laundry basket overflowing with tiny clothes. "Has anyone seen the other sock to this pair?" He held up a lone blue sock adorned with little wolves. Huck's favorite."Check under the couch," I suggested. "That's where Huck hides his treasures."As if on cue, Huckley waddled over
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PHINWatching my daughter cling to Koda like her entire world depended on him tore me apart inside. She was too young for such an intense bond, and the worst part? It was my fault. My failures as an Alpha and as her father had pushed her toward this. I couldn't undo it, but the guilt was eating me alive.Knox cleared his throat. "Alright, time for us to head back," he announced as he looked at Viv and me. "The kids need to say their goodbyes."The moment he said it, the air shifted. Koda's grip on Marilee tightened, her tiny arms wrapping around him even more fiercely. Panic flared in their eyes, a sudden realization hitting them hard. It was like a switch had been flipped. It was sad they had not even thought about being seperated. This is why I wished Leila had waited a little longer. How will they handle it? They cannot be glued to one another forever. I wanted to be with my mate and had to wait. Teddy wanted to be with Cassy but had to wait. It was just a part of it. A part they
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Finally, Kage took a few hesitant steps toward us. He crouched down, his face still uncertain, but then, with a quiet smile, he reached out and gave me a gentle shove, trying to pull me into the game. I barked and ran toward him, nipping playfully at his hand. He laughed softly, and for a second, it was like old times. Just the two of us, playing like we always had. But then he hesitated again, glancing over at Marilee, and the awkwardness settled back in. Kage tried to join in, tried to wrestle a little with us, but I could tell his heart wasn’t really in it. After a few more halfhearted attempts, he gave up, standing back up with a sigh. He watched us for a moment longer, then turned and walked back toward the adults, his shoulders slumped. I watched him go, feeling guilty. I should’ve been there for him, should’ve pulled him in, but it was so hard to focus on anything other than Marilee right now. She was everything in that moment—her laughter, her bright eyes, her hands running
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KODA - Everything felt different. The moment I shifted, the world around me grew bigger, louder, more alive. It wasn’t just me anymore. It was my wolf and me, together. My senses sharpened, picking up every sound, every movement, every shift in the air around me. I could hear the soft rustle of leaves, the water flowing in the Bayou, and most of all, I could smell Marilee close by. Her scent was sweet, warm, and safe. She wasn’t scared at all. “Koda! You did it!” Marilee’s voice was full of excitement. When she ran over, her fingers slipped into my fur like it was the most natural thing in the world. I leaned into her touch, letting my wolf take over for a moment. I felt every stroke, every soft scratch along my neck, and it made my tail wag before I could stop it. I’d done it. I’d shifted. For her. For Marilee. Her hand moved gently through my fur, scratching in a way that made me want to lie down at her feet and never move again. I wanted to be her wolf, to protect her, to alwa
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PHIN - Marilee clung to me, her little body still trembling from everything that had happened, but I could feel her relaxing. Finally, she pulled back just enough to look up at me, those big brown eyes wide and curious."Daddy, Koda said he got his wolf. Can I see it? Please?"My stomach dropped. Letting Koda shift in front of her made me nervous as hell. He was too young. Sure, the kid had shifted already, but that didn't mean he could control it. Wolves didn't just pop out on command like some damn party trick. Especially not when they were barely twelve.I opened my mouth to tell her no, that it wasn't safe, but those eyes. Damn it, how could I say no to those eyes? She had me wrapped around her finger, and she knew it."I don't know, sweetheart," I muttered. "Koda and I need to have a few conversations first, okay? It's a big deal, and he's still learning. But maybe."Marilee's face lit up. Koda was right there the second I put her down, taking her hand like it was the most natur
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PHIN - I couldn't get enough of her. After all the shit I'd said, all the ways I'd made her feel small, the only way to make it right was to show her how much I needed her. Not as some quiet background presence but as my equal. My everything. So I worshipped her the way she deserved. Her every curve fit perfectly against my body. This was me making up for every stupid remark I'd ever said. Her chestnut hair spilled over the pillow as I traced her skin with reverence, trailing kisses over her neck and down. I could feel her surrender, but it wasn't submission It was trust. Trust I had to earn back. "Je t'adore," I whispered. "You're everything, mon cœur." (I adore you... my heart) She let out a breath, arching into me. This wasn't just about sex anymore. This was something primal that connected us on a level I couldn't explain. As we moved together, I felt her wolf. It was faint, like an echo, but she was there. Viv hadn't heard her in so long, but now... Now she was stirrin
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TEDDY - We hadn't stood there long when a noise echoed through the trees. Crashing, banging, something big tearing through the brush. I tensed immediately, my instincts kicking in as I exchanged a look with Knox. Then, something streaked past us. A blur, fast and low to the ground. A white blur."What the hell was that?" Knox asked.I didn't wait to answer. My wolf surged, pushing me forward, and I took off after the white blur. Knox was right on my heels. Whatever it was, it was moving fast, darting through the trees like a flash of lightning.The chase lasted for miles. We ran hard, faster than I'd run in weeks, our wolves pushing to keep up. My muscles burned, and every sharp turn through the woods made my mind race. The scent it left behind was faint but undeniable. Wolf, but something else too. Something unfamiliar.It wasn't until we were halfway to the Bayou land that the thing finally slowed. We cornered it near a narrow clearing, and I shifted back to human, my lungs burnin
