Caged Between the beta & alpha

TAYLOR

My heart was racing as I stared over at my sexy as hell mate ; in his leather jacket , fitted shirt , and that pout that’s always set on his sexy face . Goddess , I’d let him d o me all the fucking time . Just the thought was turning me on , but the worry and guilt in his eyes had me on edge .

When the waitress returned , Zack retracted his hands , much to my disappointment . She left us with our drinks and food , closing the door behind her . Soft music was playing in the background , and I honestly could have just pretended w e were on a surprise date if it wasn’t for how apprehensive Zack was acting . “

Zack , what is it ? ” ” When I was eighteen … I kind of got into a sexual relationship with this she – wolf … But when I met you , I wanted to break it off … The thing is .. 11 He ran his hand through his messy hair , his heart thudding .

I knew Zack’s had a few relationships , but I also knew our connection was strong . ” Zack , why are you nervous ? ” ” She was máted , alright ? She had a mate and I still let it happen . ” He said , the guilt on his face tugging at my heart . That didn’t sit right with me , but he was young when it happened .

” Zack , you were eighteen . It’s ok . We make mistakes , I don’t think any less of you . ” ” I’m not done yet . ” He said quietly . I frowned , waiting , watching him fight the conflict of whatever was bothering him . ” Her mate was injured in the battle of Hecate’s Betrayal . She just …

” His pain was so fucking strong that my stomach twisted . What the hell was it ? I get that it was fucked up … it was really fucking messed up … but it was a ” It was Anna , Channing’s Mate . ” His words hit me like a fucking kick in the gut .

My stomach somersaulted , and not in a good way .

his mate ? Channing … Channing who fucking …. ” Do you want to know how Channing was hurt , Zack ? How he got into the state he’s in , just so his future Delta could

Tay- ” ” He saved my life ! If it wasn’t for Channing sacrificing himself , I wouldn’t b e here today . ” I said standing up . He had been right . After hearing this , I couldn’t look at him . ” Tay , I’m fucking sorry . ” He said , those gorgeous hazel eyes of his full of regret . I shook my head , unable to look him in the eye . It was crushing , dammit this

not right now . ” Let go of me , Zack . ” I

felt too small , I shifted , not caring that I left behind my phone or anything . I broke into a run , rushing

was suffocating … All I could think of was Channing , the man who had destroyed his life for me , had been betrayed by my mate … I had already felt guilty for that night , but now … I couldn’t stop

I curled up , wanting the pain to go away , but it didn’t … Why

came through the link . ‘ I’m ok Raven . ‘ I said trying to sound normal . ‘ No babe you’re not . Please tell me . I’m so sorry . ‘ She whispered , and I could tell she was near tears . ‘ Why are you sorry ? ” What

I’m just outside the pack walls , down by rocky edge near the river . ‘ I said , ‘ Do not tell anyone else where I am or I will run . ‘ I could use someone to talk to , and she knew he

, I’m coming . ‘ She whispered

positive . For a werewolf a life like that … it

she dropped a bundle of clothes next to m e and nuzzled my head

is my fault . ‘ She whispered tearfully . ‘ Don’t blame yourself , guess it was better he told me sooner than later . ” I mumbled back . She nudged my wolf , settling

feeling , but I looked away burying my head in my paws . I heard her shift back , grabbing