Her Three Mates

Chapter 7

Ruby's POV

I close my eyes as I see his hand moving towards me. But when he doesn't touch me, I open them, only to realize that I am all alone in my room.

“Owen.” I call out, but he is nowhere to be seen. Did he just leave me when I wanted to be with him so badly? Maybe he went downstairs. I get off my bed, open my bedroom door and proceed downstairs calling his name every five seconds.

“Ruby is that you?” My mother's quivering voice calls out to me.

“Mom did you see Owen.” I ask, approaching the living room.

“My darling, it's really you.” Tears escape her eyes as she embraces me. “I thought I would never see you again, my dear. I thought that monster had taken you from me.” She adds.

“Where were you, Ruby?” Damien's concerned voice makes me realise that my living room is packed.

“Did that bastard Owen do anything to you?” Rowan asks, already by my side, checking my whole body. I am so glad to see them both, all I want is to be all alone with them, including Owen. I just can't explain it.

“Friend, I am glad you are back. We were all so worried sick about you.” Zama interjects.

“Don't ever do that again, Ruby. Don't ever scare us like that.” Lincoln says in a more emotional tone. "And she, didn't miss you or get worried, she was here parading herself. look at all that makeup, does she look like she is sad." He adds eying Zama who already looks pissed because of the comment. She can never go out without make up.

Lincoln’s comment could have cheered me up but I am just too overwhelmed by everyone's presence. I don't know how I ended up here, I just need a breather.

“Can I sit now, please?" I say, walking away from everyone holding me. They are just making me feel so uncomfortable.

“Tell me, my darling, where were you the past three days. We searched the whole pack for you.” My mother asks, sitting beside me.

“I got my wolf mom, so I must have lost consciousness and when I came to, I found my way back home.” I lie, all my body parts are warning me against outing Owen, he might have kidnapped me but the moment he thought I was in danger, he brought me back home. My mom looks at me suspiciously but decides to just let go.

“Alright everyone, my daughter needs her rest now, you can come back tomorrow.” My mom says in a tone that suggests no compromise. They all bid me farewell before leaving. I can sense Rowan and Damien's reluctance.

'Please don't leave me.' I say in my mind. I feel so lonely seeing them leave. Part of me feels like it's being ripped apart, I can't take it.

'I will never leave you, Ruby, never.' I hear Damien's voice in my mind. It soothes me.

'Please take me with you.' I beg him.

'You know I can't take you forcefully without your mothers' permission. And what about Rowan and Owen.' He adds, bringing me back to my senses.

Why was I feeling like I only needed him at that moment? And why do I feel like I only need Owen at times, it's so strange.

'You are right.' I answer him as he leaves my vicinity. Rowan doesn't seem to even look behind. Though I can feel his heartbreaking with each step he takes.

Why did the Goddess punish me this way?

Who do I even choose?

Because I can't be with three men at the same time. I really have to come up with a solution fast before I drown in my stress.

“Wait!!” I say out loud, causing Rowan and Damien to stop. They both turn to look at me with the most hopeful eyes.

“Yes Ruby.” They say in unison, the longing in their voices so evident.

“I really need to speak to the three of you. We need to come up with an amicable solution to our situation. I am just so tired of it already.” I start saying.

“Please don't reject us.” Damien begs me.

“I will do anything just to be with you, Ruby, don't punish me by going away from me.” Rowan interjects as he walks towards me.

“I am not going to do that.” What's so special about me that they have to beg to be with me? Why was I kept in this situation? “I will not be unfair alright, just meet me in the pack tomorrow at noon, and we shall settle this alright.” I add trying as hard as I can to be strong.

“Okay Ruby, I will be there.” They say in unison, what's with the chorus answering.

***

After everyone left the room, my mum made me some hot soup and sandwiches before I went to bed. But I couldn't concentrate, all I kept thinking was my meeting with my three mates. I had no idea on what I was going to say, or do. All I knew was I wanted peace and for it to reign then we had to find a solution.

I rummage through my closet trying to find the best outfit for myself, I want something casual and decent. I don't want to show too much skin, so I go for a black, long sleeved jumpsuit and I set it aside. I find comfortable flats to match with and my small purse. I know the meeting will be at noon, but one has to be ready, right?

Before sleeping, I summon Owen, who takes forever to show up. He looks uninterested and distant. I wonder why. He doesn't say a thing, he just listens and nods to everything I say before vanishing into the air.

He is such a drama king, I am supposed to be the one that is mad at him for taking me against my wi but look at him. And why were his eyes so red? I will ask him the next time we are alone together. For now, I better get some rest, I need my beauty sleep, I want to look ravishing tomorrow for my mates.