Let Her Go

~Lynn~

Is this what afterglow is? I really didn’t think it was a thing. I feel beyond content being in my mate’s arms, but something is missing. I feel like my heart isn’t completely full, and I know why that is. Uh, I hate to interrupt anything, but we are waiting for you. And have you, maybe, seen Vonte? Tia giggles as she cuts the mindlink.

I turn to face Vonte. His eyes are closed, but he looks at peace. I pull my head back slightly so I can really take a look at him. He has his right eyebrow pierced, and I can see that he may have had a nose ring at one point in life. Both of his ears are pierced, and he wears diamond studs in each ear. He has a very masculine face, a strong, blocked jaw, and very rough features. He has a light scruff on his face, making me wonder what a full beard would look like on him. He has shoulder-length dreads, which I helped remove from their perfect braid. The tips are dyed a blonde color. He has full, thick lips and long eyelashes. I can feel my body heat up just looking at him. Goddess, how pathetic. “If you keep staring at me, we won’t make it to the meeting we are already late for.”

I lean back further as Vonte opens his eyes, smirking at me. “Did your brother mindlink you?”

“He did. We will need to talk about him, but not until later. Let’s get dressed so we can go.” We both get out of bed and gather our clothing. It would be better to take a shower, but we are already late, and if we get in the shower together, we will not be getting out any time soon. Vonte and I walk hand in hand down the hallway and into the Alpha office.

Tia sees us first, and she smirks at our joined hands. She has the baby in her arms, and I walk over to get him. The twins are mind-linking, looking shocked, and my other mate looks pissed. I take Kian from Tia, and she winks at me. I keep my face neutral and sit on the couch opposite Devonte. Vonte sits next to me and starts to coo at Kian.

Tia sits in the other armchair opposite the couch, and her mates flank her sides. Lincoln leans forward, and I know he’s eyes are on me. I watch them get big and gloss over. Tia pops him on the leg at the same time as Landon pops him on the back. I struggle to keep my laugh in. “Paul will be here in a minute to get Kian. He had to take care of something first.”

As if by magic, Paul walks into the office and greets everyone. He comes to me and takes Kian. “Lynn, congrats!” He turns to Vonte and looks back at me. “Good catch!” Paul winks at me and stands to leave. He notices Devonte and looks back at Vonte. Paul looks at me again and opens his mouth to speak. He quickly closes it and rushes out of the office.

Devonte clears his throat, getting everyone’s attention. “We should really get this meeting going. We are already starting late because people couldn’t be bothered to keep the schedule.” Vonte softly growls next to me. I place my hand on his leg to calm him. Devonte’s eyes narrow on where my hand is touching Vonte, and something flashes through his eyes.

“Yes, let’s do that. We have Adela settled in our cells. What exactly happened?”

“When the bed checks were conducted, Aida was in her room, in her bed. There had been no intruders or anything off at the hospital. The only visitor that Aida ever had was her sister. When the patients were checked on in the morning, Aida was gone. The hospital found a few inside doors open and the door to the outside unlocked. There’s no video footage of her escape, and some security was knocked out. Adela was questioned and then tortured by the best, but she really knows nothing about the escape. Since they’re twins, the royal Alpha thought she’d be helpful in finding her. Maybe Aida will reach out to Adela. We are here to give you extra security because it’s more than likely that she’ll come here.”

“After speaking with Beta Morris, we tightened security and added patrols. We haven’t seen or heard anything out of the ordinary.” Devonte doesn’t look at me as I speak, but I don’t have time to dwell on it now. “I want to find her before she has a chance to harm anyone.”

“We will look for her.” I shake my head.

“No, Lincoln. You and Landon should stay here with Tia. If she comes here, you two will want to be here to protect Tia and Kian. Let me handle this. I will take the Gamma twins and search for her.”

“How do we utilize Adela?” I look at Vonte and back at my best friend. She’s going to hate this idea, but I really think it’s best.

“Bestie, don’t hate me……we need to let Adela out. She needs to be out of the cells and living life semi-normally. Any communication she gets at the prison should be forwarded here. It needs to be as if nothing has changed for her. Aida can’t know that something is off.”

“Have you lost your fucking mind, Lynn?! She has done nothing but try to come between us and our mate. She beat Tia almost to death, and she tried, many times, to come between us. How could you suggest letting her out?!” Tia places her hand on Lincoln’s arm and rubs it. Lincoln starts to calm down visibly. I understand where he’s coming from, but that doesn’t change my suggestion.

“Lynn’s right, babe.” Lincoln tenses up. “If Aida even thinks that Adela is being monitored, she won’t reach out to her. She doesn’t have to be unattended. We can keep warriors on her, but she will need to be free. We can put her somewhere away from the packhouse and other members. Just think about it; it makes sense.” I let out a breath. I didn’t think Tia would agree with me, but I’m grateful she did.

“If it’s alright with you two, I want to plan her accommodations. We can fill you in later, but we want to utilize our Beta.” I look at Landon, confused. I think your mates need to speak. I mean, I’m assuming you’re mated to both.

I clear my throat and turn to Vonte. I lean in and kiss him on the cheek. “I will find you when we have everything figured out.” You should probably talk to your brother. Devonte hurries out of the room, and Vonte follows.