Listen to me 115

In this chapter titled “Listen to Me 115,” the protagonist, Benedict, is riding high after an incredible date with Sloane, whom he has secured a second date with in her new pack. He reflects on Sloane’s protective nature and worries about who will protect her. Upon returning home, his excitement is quickly dampened by his mother’s disdainful attitude towards his relationship with Sloane, which leads to a confrontation between Benedict and his parents. He firmly asserts his stance on Sloane, warning his mother to respect her, while also challenging his father as an Alpha, emphasizing the potential consequences of his mother’s behavior on their pack’s relationship with Alpha Roman.

Benedict’s frustration with his family dynamics is palpable as he vents to his sister, Bethany, after the confrontation. They share a moment of connection as he reveals the details of his date, highlighting Sloane’s positive impression of Bethany. The conversation shifts to Sloane’s surprising lineage as Alpha Waylon’s granddaughter, which adds complexity to their relationship and the dynamics within the packs. Bethany expresses concern about potential challenges Sloane might face, particularly from Kaelin, which prompts Benedict to emphasize his commitment to support Sloane, regardless of the risks involved.

As the chapter progresses, the siblings bond over their shared secrets and aspirations. Benedict expresses his determination to navigate the complexities of being an Alpha alongside Sloane, showing his deepening feelings for her. He reveals plans for their next date, indicating his intention to make their relationship public, which excites Bethany. Their playful banter and mutual support highlight the strong sibling bond they share, as they navigate the challenges of their roles within their packs and their personal lives. Overall, the chapter captures a mix of joy, tension, and familial loyalty as Benedict embraces his feelings for Sloane while facing the realities of their world.

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I’m flying so high I may never come down. I had the best date of my life, and I weaseled my way into seeing Sloane again tomorrow, in her new pack. I can’t wait to see how the pack members are responding to her. If they don’t know that she’s going to be their Alpha, I’m guessing they aren’t really giving her a lot of time or attention. If they’re smart, they won’t say anything that will get them kicked out when she takes over. Although, knowing Sloane, she wouldn’t do that… unless they said something to someone she loved.

I smile thinking about how protective she is of everyone around her. Sloane protects everyone, but who protects her?

We do, Marrok says.

Yeah, we do, Buddy.

When I get home, I’m still grinning from ear to ear when I step inside the packhouse.

“Incoming!” Bethany whispers and it’s the only warning I have before my mother descends on me.

“How was your date, Benedict?” she hisses, somehow making ‘date‘ sound like a despicable event.

“It was fantastic, mother. Thank you for asking,” I say, grinning at her. I watch her sourpuss mouth pucker. Goddess, was she always like this?

“I’m assuming you got the slumming out of your system,” she snaps.

I whirl on her, releasing my aura out and using the strength of it to push her against the wall. “I have warned you multiple times to watch your mouth when it comes to Sloane Hartwell. What is it going to take for you to learn your lesson, mother?” I use the same disgusted tone she used when I call her mother.

“Bene, let her go,” Bethany says, tugging on my arm.

“What is the meaning of this!” my father booms from the doorway.

I whirl on him. “I warned you to keep you mate under control, Alpha,” I say, letting him know that I’m talking to him as one Alpha to another, not as father and son. “She nearly caused a rift between this pack and Alpha Roman’s. Whatever her problem is with Sloane and Slade Hartwell, get it under control or I will,” I snarl, stepping up to my father and meeting him eye to eye, daring him to challenge me.

His lip curls and a low–level growl emits from his wolf, but he knows I’m right. My father could never withstand a war against Alpha Roman. And my mother has already offended him once.

“Beatrice, go to our room,” he says, not looking away from me.

“Benedict, you can’t be serious…” she begins.

He snarls, a sound much angrier than I’ve heard from him in the past. “NOW, Beatrice.”

When she passes by us, I ignore her, still facing off with my father.

“Do not speak to your mother like that again,” he growls.

“Don’t let her give me a reason to,” I growl back.

“Come on, Bene,” Bethany says, looping her arm through mine. She doesn’t try to pull me away, and I don’t move until my father looks away. He knows I’m right, but he also knows he’s no match for me if it comes to a battle.

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When he looks away, I finally step around him, walking with Bethany up to our rooms. We’re quiet until we get to my room, then we walk in and I step away from Bethany, swiping my books and papers off my desk.

Bethany stays quiet, letting me have my moment to vent. I take a deep breath, then scrub my hands over my face.

“Thanks, Beth,” I say.

“Are you okay?” she asks.

“There’s something there, Bethany. There’s a reason she’s so against Sloane and Slade,” I say.

“Like what?” she asks.

“I don’t know. You’re the one who gets the insider information,” I say, turning and smiling at my sister.

“Well, don’t think that’s not why I’m here. I want the tea, brother dear. Spill.”

I grin at my sister. She may be the only person I trust to talk with about my date with Sloane.

“It was awesome,” I whisper.

“Yeah?” she asks, walking into my room and sitting on my loveseat.

“Yeah. And, by the way, she compared you to Scarlet.”

“What? Why? How?”

“I mentioned that you’re fourteen going on thirty. She laughed and said you’re hilarious and that you remind her of Scarlet. How about that?” I say, falling onto the loveseat beside her.

“Wow, I had no idea she thought so highly of me.”

“Sloane’s smart. She recognizes intelligence and compassion, and she appreciates it.”

Bethany begins fanning herself. “I feel so seen, and loved,” she says dramatically, making me snort. “Seriously, though, Bene. I’ve never seen you with the look on your face that you had when you got home. I was so disappointed that mom was about

to ruin it.”

“She didn’t ruin it. Nothing could ruin the fantastic night I had. Honestly, Beth, it was the best night of my life.”

“Sooo, you slept with her?”

“No. In fact, I nearly scared her off because I got so lost in being with her that I started moving into something more, but she stopped me. It wasn’t conscious, it wasn’t like I was hoping to get in her pants. I was just so relaxed with her that I was letting emotion and Marrok take the lead.”

“Did she punch you?” Bethany asks, eyes wide,

“No, surprisingly. But she almost ended the date. Thankfully, she gave me a second chance.”

“Did you talk about her taking over Alpha Waylon’s pack?” she asks.

“Yes, and she is.”

“Good for her! But how did that even come about?”

I look at my sister. There’s only one person in the world I know that I can trust to share this secret with and since she’s my secret keeper and the giver of all secrets she finds, I want to tell her.

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“You cannot tell a soul,” I say.

Her eyes go wide. “You know you’re the only person I tell anything to.”

I do know. Even her closest friend doesn’t get the information that I get from my sister.

“She’s Alpha Waylon’s granddaughter. She’s his true heir.”

Her eyes go wide and her mouth drops open. “How?”

“Her mother’s fated mate, obviously,” I say.

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She stares across the room, and I give her time to assimilate this information. It was a lot for me to take in as well.

Rather than be excited like I thought she would be, she gets up and starts pacing. “You know what this means right?”

I frown. “Apparently, I don’t.”

“Kaelin will challenge her. He’ll think that she will be an easy target and any friends that he has in that pack will fight against her,” she says.

“I already offered her an alliance agreement,” I say.

She spins and looks at me. “Get the flock out!”

“I was told that I couldn’t be first and I’d be lucky to be fourth, unless Alpha Will beats me to it,” I growl, remembering again that I don’t like how close they are.

“But our pack will be the closest if hers goes to war,” she says softly.

“And I don’t care if I’m Alpha at that time or not, I will call the pack to war if she needs us,” I growl.

Bethany continues pacing. “Besides the fact that mom will shit a fucking brick when she finds out, Benedict, have you considered what will happen if Sloane IS your fated mate?”

The thought did occur to me. It’s why I pushed the boyfriend/girlfriend relationship now. I’m hoping that having a couple of weeks before her birthday will give me time to convince her that we should be together. I have no idea what that means if we are both Alphas of our own packs, but I have time to research it.

“I don’t know yet, Beth. But I do know that I’ll figure it out. I want her. Marrok wants her. We’ll figure something out. We always do.”

She turns and looks at me. “If anyone can, it’s you, Benedict.”

And this is one of the many reasons that I love my sister so much.

“Are you seeing her again?” she asks, sitting back down.

“Of course, she and I are boyfriend and girlfriend now,” I say, grinning.

My sister smacks me hard enough to remind me that, while she’s younger than I am, she’s still an Alpha.

“And you didn’t think that was important information to tell me? What do you think ‘spill the tea‘ means Benedict?” she

hisses.

“I told you about her being Waylon’s heir. I thought that was pretty good tea, Bethany,” I say, wrapping my arm around her neck and pulling her into a hug.

“Boyfriend and girlfriend is almost better. When are you seeing her again?”

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“Tomorrow night,” I say, grinning.

She shoves me off her, then stares at me. “In Alpha Waylon’s pack?”

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“That’s where she’s going to be,” I say, still grinning at how I managed to get myself another date this weekend.

“Holy shit. You’re going to make it public?” she asks.

“If anyone hasn’t heard by Monday morning, they’ll know when I walk into campus and kiss Sloane in front of the entire student body.”

She smiles slowly, then raises her hand in a high five. “Damn, my brother, you sure know how to make a statement.”

I slap her hand. “You’re damn fucking right I do.”

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As the night winds down, Benedict’s exhilaration from his date with Sloane transforms into a deeper realization about the complexities of their lives. The tension with his mother and the looming challenges of Sloane’s ascension as Alpha reveal the stakes of their budding relationship. Benedict understands that while he is ready to protect Sloane from external threats, he must also navigate the treacherous waters of family loyalty and pack politics. His resolve strengthens as he contemplates the possibility of Sloane being his fated mate, igniting a fierce determination to stand by her, no matter the consequences. The bond between him and his sister, Bethany, reinforces his belief that he is not alone in this fight; they will face whatever challenges come their way together.

With a newfound sense of purpose, Benedict embraces the excitement of what lies ahead. His heart swells at the thought of publicly declaring his relationship with Sloane, a bold move that signifies not just his commitment but also a challenge to the expectations placed upon him by his family and pack. The promise of a future filled with love, loyalty, and the potential for conflict invigorates him. As he prepares for their next date, he feels a spark of hope, knowing that with Sloane by his side, they can confront any obstacle that comes their way. Together, they will forge their own path, and Benedict is ready to fight for their love, no matter the cost.

In the next chapter, readers can expect the tension to escalate as Benedict prepares for his second date with Sloane, now fully aware of her true lineage as Alpha Waylon’s granddaughter. The stakes are higher than ever, not just for their budding romance but also for the political dynamics within the packs. With the looming threat of Kaelin challenging Sloane’s authority, Benedict must navigate the treacherous waters of pack politics while protecting the one he loves. How will Sloane’s new pack react to her unexpected rise to power? Will Benedict’s bold declaration of their relationship spark unity or discord among their peers?

As the date approaches, Benedict’s determination to stand by Sloane will be put to the test. Expect heart-pounding moments as he grapples with the implications of their relationship, especially if Sloane is indeed his fated mate. With Bethany’s insightful warnings echoing in his mind, Benedict must strategize not only how to win Sloane’s heart but also how to forge alliances that could protect them both. Will their love story blossom amidst the chaos, or will the pressures of their respective roles tear them apart? The next chapter promises to deliver surprises, emotional confrontations, and perhaps even a glimpse of the challenges that come with being an Alpha in love.

Sara Lili

Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.