Alphas Muted Mate

Chapter7

***Ivy***

It's been two months since the whole thing with his mother and Clarrissa. The next day after that night, we went to Jake's place. I didn't want to at first; I didn't want to see them. Betty had gone there when Brandon told both of them to leave,

To say Jake exloped when Brandon told him what was said, would be a huge under statement, He was pissed I have never seen him like that in the few months i had met him, Jake was a very laid back always joking happy person, And to see him that mad, I was shocked,

Clarissa was on her knees begging him to forgive her, and how sorry she was, and that she didn't mean it.

Brandon even let his mother have it, He also told her she couldn't stay with us anymore; she could visit only when he was home. Other than that, our place was off limits. She, of course, was not happy and flipped out, blaming me, saying how I didnt belong there and how Brandon deserved someone better than me, I would only hinder him and hold him back,

It is not like I was in a wheelchair and needed round-the-clock care, I just cant speak, I didnt understand her argument,

Things were tense for about two weeks afterwards, but it simmered down after a while. His mom only came when he was home. Clarissa never came over unless Jake was with her. They were different; you could see the tension between them. It was cold, not leveling touches or longing stares, Jake barely talked to her, or even acknowledged her. Brandon did not speak with her unless she spoke to him first, he didnt not go out of his way to hold a conversation with her,

The last two months, Brandon has been the best mate. He is attentive to me, makes sure to have time with me, we go on dates, and it is wonderful.

A knock on the door gets my attention, I was in the back room switching a load over to the dryer.

"Babe, can you let Jake in," Brandons calls from upstairs, I know he has patrol tonight, So he was up there getting around, Hes been on night patrol for a week, he spends time with me in the morning but then crashes for the afternoon, then gets up to eat some dinner with me then naps again, It was about eight at night,

Opening the door, I see Jake standing there, Hands in his pockets. A smile breaks out on his face,

"Hey sis-in-law," He beams at me, stepping in to give me a side hug,

Giving him a wave, I move to the side, letting him in so I can shut the door.

"Brandon is upstairs," I sign to him. He nods, "You want something to drink?"

"Yeah, that sounds good,"

We go to the kitchen, I pour him a cup of iced tea slide it over to him. I noticed he seems to be off, Something on his face, as he stares at the cup in his hands,

Tapping the countertop to get his attention, his eyes lift to mine, then drop to my hand when he sees me lift them.

"You okay?"

"I will be,"

Tilting my head, you could see the sadness on his face, the lines that crossed his forehead, or the tightness of his jaw,

"Can I help with something?" I may have only known him for a short while, but he was Brandon's brother, and I liked Jake. He was one of the few people who welcomed me with open arms and didnt judge me for my lack of voice,

He shook his head, he stood up to his full height, "Ivy, you are a sweetheart, but no, there isn't anything you can do, I have to handle this on my own, but thank you,"

"Im here if you need anything."

He gave me a tight-lipped smile, one that didnt reach his ears, with a small nod, "Thanks, Ivy."

Brandon walked in pulling Jake's attention, "Hey, Brand, you done primping?" and just like that, playful Jake is back.

"Dude, shut it, I was only like five minutes."

"Yeah, right try like twenty," Jake snorts as he sends a wink towards me, then walks over, setting the cup in the sink.

"Hey, no winking or any signals at my mate," Brandon walks over, wrapping his arms around me, making me half chuckle but then cringe when I heard myself, neither one say anything, which I was glad,

"Oh come on, man, everyone knows im the better twin, right, Ivy?" He winks at me again, earning a growl from Brandon,

"Get out the door," Brandon yells at his brother, making him bark out in laughter as he heads for the door. We follow behind him, stopping once we reached it,

"I'll see you in the morning," Brandon says, kissing my lips.

Lifting my hands from his chest, "I will have breakfast ready."

Kissing me, we hear Jake, "I want breakfast."

Pulling back, "You have your own house to eat at!" He yells at his brother, hearing him gasp. as he clutches his chest,

"That's cold, bro, so cold."

Rolling his eyes, he kisses my forehead, walks out. He slaps his brother's shoulder, you can hear their banter as they walk away. Moving back into the house, I finished up for the evening, then made my way to the bedroom. I hated when Brandon had the night patrol, Sleeping alone sucked, as i had gotten so use to him being next to me,

I wasnt sure what time it was when Brandon's voice came screaming into my head, making me launch up out of the bed,

"Brand," I call his name in my head,

"Ivy, I need you to listen to me. Some rogues broke through or patrol lines. I need you to move to the safe room in the house, and I need you to go now!"

He sounds frantic, I could feel just a little of his emotions.

"Okay," Was all I said as I began to make my way out of our room. Brandon had told me how the Alpha made all the houses put in a safe room so they wouldn't have to try and run to the pack house if rogues ever got within the pack.

"Ivy, tell me when you are there," He sounded winded, like he was running.

Pushing the door open, it was heavy, stepping in, I shut it and then locked it.

"I.. im... here.." I managed to get out, one word answer im good with, but more than that, even in my head, I stumble over them.

"Stay there, Ivy, do not come out till I come to get you, do you understand?"

"Yes," I could feel tears building at the thought of him out there, I know this is what he does and is his job within the pack, and he is good at it, but the fear of loosing him still weights on you, Your mate is out there in danger and there's nothing you can do,

A sob leaves me, I didnt close the link, so Brandon heard me.

"Dont cry, Ivy, it will be alright. I will be there soon, just stay in there, you are safe."

"Love yo." My words broke,

"Love you too." At that, he cut the link, and I was met with silence.

Sitting on the small cot that was in there, we had some lights, but it was dim in here. I pulled my knees up to my chest, hugging them as I waited,

Im not sure how long I waited. There were times I wanted to reach out but didnt as I wasnt sure if he was fighting or what, and I didnt want to distract him and cause him to get hurt. I must have fallen asleep, I was woken by a banging on the door.

"Ivy! Open up, it's me!" Brandon's voice came through the door. Jumping up, I unlocked the door. No sooner than the click came did the door fly open. I was pulled into my mate's arms as he held me tight,

HE was holding me like I was his lifeline. His body was stiff, he seemed off, something wasnt right.

Pulling back, he loosened his hold. I could see his face now. His eyes were red and filled with pain.

"What happened?" I signed before cupping his face, He leaned into my touch,

"Jake," He stopped his body started to shake, my heart stopped, as the pain flashed across his face, "Jake, he's... dead, they killed him.."

Oh god,