LUCY’S POV :
I was glowing , could feel the happiness inside of me reflecting on the outside . Austin had been by my side the entire trip back home , ensuring that I was okay , at times he had even lifted me in his arms , refusing to let me walk on my own feet to the amusement of the pack members , it was as if they had never seen their alpha act that way before and for some reason I think they loved it .
I on the other hand , couldn’t even bring myself to look at Austin after what had transpired between us , everytime I thought about it I felt my face burn with embarrassment . It was however one of the best days of my entire life , never before had I experienced such pleasure and happiness mixed in one . It was a day I would never forget , for Austin brought me to places I didn’t even know existed . Another blush made it’s way on my face as I thought about how many times he’d been buried deep inside me. I was ashamed to admit it but even now I wished that he still was , already missed feeling that irreplaceable connection with him.
It also seemed as though Austin’s possessive side had doubled after what had happened between us , if that was even possible for there were multiple times where he wanted to attack some of the men for even looking my way , in fact I think most of them were even afraid to speak a single word to me now .
All thoughts suddenly left my mind as I noticed we had finally made it back home . Already I could feel the tension ease up around us as everyone released a sigh of relief , at times I’m sure many of us wondered if we would have even made it back here alive with how brutal the council was , we owed everything to my brothers for risking their own lives to save ours .
“They’re back!” I heard Maya scream as we entered the pack house .
I watched as she pulled her three brothers in for a hug . “I missed you idiots !” She cried as they returned her hug , James ruffling her hair and making it all messy while Lucas pinched her cheeks .
I felt an emptiness in the pit of my stomach as I watched their loving exchange , I already missed my siblings ,it didn’t help that I wasn’t even sure in what state we had left them in , for all I knew they could be getting punished all now for helping us escape . The thought made my heart clench almost painfully , I wish there was some way I could get some sort of update on their well being , just to ease my mind a little .
Maya turned to me with a bright smile that travelled all the way to her beautiful eyes . “I’ve missed you as well Lucy , I’m so so happy we have you back with us .”
I returned her smile , leaning into her embrace . “Thank you Maya , I’m also very happy to be back .”
And I truly meant every word , before my brothers had even introduced themselves to me , Austin’s family was the first to have ever welcomed me with open arms and made me feel like I was someone important . The first family who’d actually openly accepted me into their homes , something I’ve always wanted and wished for .
“Yes we are !” Austin’s parents confirmed as they also pulled me in for a tight hug .
I smiled against their embrace . “Thank you .” I whispered , it felt nice to have people that cared for me be so close to me . Without even knowing it , they were helping me to be strong and deal with the fact that once again I was separated from my loved ones .
“We truly are sorry for the way we let you leave LucyI hope you can find some way to forgive us .” The queen apologized .
I shook my head at her. “Please don’t apologize , I understand why you did no one did anything wrong and it is all in the past now . There isn’t anything to forgive .” I assured all of them for even Maya and Lucas seemed to fully agree with their mother’s words .
“Austin!”
A high pitched scream echoed from the doorway , the entire room growing completely quiet and still.
I froze .
no Please don’t tell me it is who I think it is , I had totally forgotten about her existence with everything that was happening around us with the council and my family .
I turned just in time to see Ariana walk in , staring at Austin as if she didn’t believe he was right there before her eyes . I don’t know why but her expressions seemed all fake , as though she’d rehearsed it multiple times before coming here.
I stiffened as she ran straight into his arms , holding onto him tightly as though I wasn’t here standing right next to him . When he raised his arms and wrapped them around her , I completely lost it .
I felt like my whole heart had just shattered right before my eyes as reality sunk in . My eyes stung with tears as my legs shook with the sudden reminder that Ariana was the woman he loved not me. Austin didn’t love me .
nohe loved her.
LUCY’S POV:
I felt everyone’s eyes on me , surely they all wanted to see my reaction to Austin and Ariana embracing right before me . Like always , a lot of sympathetic gazes were sent my way. This time however , I noticed many of the pack members giving Austin and Ariana disappointed looks , clearly just as unhappy about it as I was .
I clutched my tummy in pain , my stomach suddenly feeling uneasy , as though I wanted to throw up .I rushed through the narrow hallway without saying a word to anyone , not stopping till I reached a washroom . I threw open the door and shut it behind me before leaning over the sink , trying hard not to puke .
However the wave of nausea that attacked me had me doubling over as I emptied my stomach into the sink to the front of me . Hot tears filled my eyes as I blinked through the hurt and pain , compared to before , my reaction to seeing Austin and Ariana had definitely gotten much worse , was it really so bad to the point of me throwing up ?
I dropped to the floor and covered my face with my hands . Things were really bad , I couldn’t imagine a life where I had to see Ariana around Austin , it would destroy me to have to see something like that every day .
“Lucy!” I heard Maya call from the doorway . “Are you in there ?”
I forced myself to get up from the floor and open the door. Maya took one look at me and scrunched her nose , a crease forming on her forehead .
“You don’t look well .” She pointed out with a concerned look . ” Are you ill?”
I shook my head , not wanting her to worry about me . for I knew if I told Maya she would announce it to everyone outside and at the moment I just wanted to lock myself in a room and stay away from everyone . needed some time to myself , no needed to be away from Austin and Ariana . I’d been so caught up with all the drama that took place at the council’s palace that I’d forgotten about the sad reality of my life . What I saw a few minutes ago was like a cold dash of water to my face , reminding me of my life here .
“I don’t know if this is the right time to tell you this .” Maya started warily .” But my parents have decided to hold a party tonight to celebrate everyone’s safe return .”
I held back a g***n , I didn’t want Maya to feel bad , after all they were doing this for our safe return , I couldn’t not attend .
The last thing I wanted to do was attend a party tonight however , knowing exactly what I’ll have to deal with if I did . The last time they had a party Ariana was all up on Austin and I had to stand there and watch . I didn’t know if I would be able to handle that this time . for it seemed as though my reaction to seeing them together had definitely gone from bad to worse .
..
We were finally back home and I was happy to be in my room , away from everyone . I dropped onto the bed and buried my head against the pillows .
I heard the door crack open and I didn’t need to look up to know that it was Austin.His scent immediately filled the room , everything else drowning out around me .
“Lucy?” I heard him call in a gentle tone .
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