Returning Home

Chapter 19 - Everything on the Table

POV - Felix

Once we were back at the house I huddled everyone into the lounge with James and Amelia cuddled up on one couch and Philip and Lilly on the other.

I lit the fire as we casually talked over some wine about our days. The smell of burnt wood bought me great comfort even though the bond no longer hummed I still wanted to feel close to him. Lilly and Philip tried cooking a new recipe together. We had a taste of the pasta dish and it was fantastic. They made enough for all of us to have for lunch tomorrow which I was so excited for. Week two of Uni was approaching fast and my placement at work started Monday after school.

Amelia and James spilt all of the details they knew from the day at the Community Center

"You would think Felix had worked there for about 35 years with the pictures of her mother on the walls. I hadn't realised how similar they looked but it all made sense now" James laughed. Now was the time.

"About that..." i paused waiting for their attention. "I have something to say. Lauren..."

"Goddess I know she is a demon but she was so hot" Amelia interrupted, James let out a growl while the rest of us laughed. I remebered how he reacted to Darius and it only made me laugh more.

"Well yes but also... she has the ability of sight... she can see futures. She can also read minds so make sure you keep your thoughts pure Amelia" she laughed

"Her thoughts are obviously always pure" Lilly said rolling her eyes and Amelia gave her a stink eye look before we all laughed again.

"Okay okay. this is serious. I need to to promise not to tell anyone" I said making sure my tone was serious enough to convey my message. they all looked at each other and Amelia spoke first

"Is this about what I already know?" she asked looking confused.

"Yes and no" i guess kinda...

"okay then yes always" Amelia said smiling over at me.

James gave a quick nod saying "of course Felix whatever you say we are here for you"

I turned to face Lilly and Philip.

"I can not believe you have been sharing secrets with Amelia and not me before now. We will be talking about that later no wonder I felt like such an outsider! So yes. I refuse to miss out on this any more" lilly said making us all laugh again. I did trust her but god she could talk so it's always a concern for me.

"I will happily keep your secrets Felix" Philip said with a smile

I am so glad for my chosen family. I started my explanation everything that happened up untill this point.

"... Me and your father" i nodded my head at Amelia "we never got along he never liked me, much like Dee and Kate and I think the danger that Lauren is talking about have to do with them, especially since Ferra is an Alpha wolf. We are worried that Ramone might feel threatened." i turned to Amelia she looked understanding and was nodding along which I was greatful for since this was her family "I don't want any of you to think i don't trust you but I am worried about the wider pack knowing. Another thing we would like to ask. Ferra and I are going to train in secret with Lauren and Darius in the mornings but it will be in wolf form. and tomorrow morning..." I looked at them hopefully and made sure to take in their expressions they all looked over whelmed but understanding "I would like you to come with me for my first shift"

"omg yes of course we will that would be an honor. Plus no harm being around those two godly people" Amelia spoke first winking at James which felt odd but I tried not to think on it too much "Felix I am so sorry this has happened to you. Father is strange and cares so much about power which is why I have been distancing myself. It's hard to believe it has gone so far but I wouldn't put it past him so I understand."

she got up and came over to give me a hug after a minute everyone joined in.

I am glad they are my family.

My chosen Family...

Later that night in Felix's room - just the girls

"Amelia I didn't want to say Infront of everyone but I feel like you and Lilly might understand somewhat... and I know you care greatly for Axel..." i paused as they looked at me in anticipation.

"The bond between me and Axel feels like it has totally depleted. Like nothing is coming through from him. My feeling of the bond has lessoned also. I'm just worried about him I guess it's odd and even though he doesn't want me I felt comfort with the bond humming the way it was...." I felt nervous saying this and I know it showed on my face as I searched Amelia's eyes for answers.

"I've never heard about something like that. I know Axel loves you but he's not willing to do anything about it and that's unfair to you." Lilly said cheerfully and Amelia smiled at me nodding in agreement.

"Felix. I am worried about this and I will reach out to Axel to see what is wrong if anything... but in the spirit of honesty I need you to tell me why you want to reject my brother..." Amelia looked sad and I am sure I just looked confused

"I don't want to reject him he wants to reject me. I heard him say so to Alpha Ramone that is what I told Jake too..." i said c*****g my eyebrow at them.

"Goddess Felix... No... He was talking about publicly rejecting Dee. Father out out that statement to try take away his options he wanted to publicly retract the statement and announce about having a fated mate... But he is worried about sending the pack into a panic with you not being around and being wolfless he didn't want it to be an empty statement... Felix he loves you he couldn't even stay away he even came by last night..." Amelia started before she was interrupted

"Axel snuck into the house hidden by the scent of the bonfire and he walked in on me and Philip you know... anyway not the point he snuck in watched you like a creep then slept in your bed with you and he came out in the morning smelling like you and he had a wet patch on his leg at his crotch and also further down and it smelled like you had sex... but I assume not. Oh god I wanted to say that so badly but he alpha commanded me but then Amelia choosing to tell you wiped it clear omg i was DYING" Lilly burst out not breathing

wait

what the fuck

my face turned angry as I turned to Amelia who looked like she was trying to hide away and shrink.

"Felix. He didn't like you know. He just. You had a dream and started and she didn't want to risk waking you up so..."

"I can't believe he would do that. Jesus Christ. But I am okay with it I understand also I remember the dream I had and it all makes a lot more sense now..." i looked at her anxiously as she sighed in relief "If that is the case I don't want to lose him... could you maybe..."

"of course I'll call him now" Amelia said jumping up and running to the door. After a moment she came back in looking sad and a bit stressed.

"What happened" i said wringing my hands as I felt my nerves about to boil over.

"I'm not sure... He... He... I mean... Like you said about the bond he... just didn't seem to care. I've never heard him like that. He still spoke about you softly but he said he needs to focus on school" my heart shattered again the hope I felt was lost in an instant. I felt like I was reliving that time at the pack "I'm so sorry Felix... It's nothing like how he... I don't know what's happening... He was so sure..."

"Felix she's telling the truth he... he was even sure when he spoke to me and Philip... He's a massive ass hole but he really did seem to want you" Lilly said in a soft tone taking me into her arms. I just started sobbing.

"I knew this would be the answer. Please don't talk about this again guys. I can't keep going through this" i didn't care what they were saying or what he said to them... he made it clear.