Read Mated to the Alpha Twins [by Jane Doe] Chapter 48 – “Time to wake up, doll.” Alec murmured; a gentle hand pressed against my shoulder.

“No.” I groaned, grasping at the warmth that remained in bed.

My source of heat was coming from the other man in my bed, the one who curled his arms around my waist, nuzzling his face into my hair with a content groan. The heat seemed to radiate from the twins in waves, and I noticed the thin sheen of sweat that coated my body. Kade smelled of citrus and wood, a crackling bonfire, comfort and safety. His scent lulled me into sleep, only for Alec’s voice to tug me into awareness.

“We have a long day ahead of us, doll.” Alec chuckled lowly, another gentle shove to my shoulder.

I mustered up the strength to open my eyes, giving Alec a half-hearted glare. Kade snored softly, his dark lashes fanned out against his cheeks. All signs of stress and anger had been wiped from his face, making him look peaceful and angelic. Kade groaned at the sound of his brother’s voice, and I watched in awed silence as his eyes fluttered open. For a moment, disbelief coursed through him at the sight of me, sleeping in his arms. The next emotion to plague him was irritation at his brother, the one forcing us from this comfortable bed.

“Ten more minutes.” Kade huffed, his voice deeper in the early hours of morning. He wrapped his arms tighter around me, his face buried in the crook of my neck.

“Thirty minutes.” I chimed in, pushing my face into the soft pillow.

“It seems I have another person to fight in the morning.” Alec smirked; his eyebrow cocked. I watched as his eyes softened, and I could feel his resolve snap like a weak thread. With a defeated sigh, Alec slipped into bed behind me, entangling our limbs once again.

Alec let us sleep in for another thirty minutes, refusing to leave Kade or I alone until we were up and moving. The top of Kade’s hair stood at a funny angle as he wiped the sleep from his eyes, shooting his brother a d***y look.

The scent of food wafted from the first floor, and I found myself surprised that I could pick out each individual note. Maple, garlic, pepper, freshly cooked eggs, sausage, toasted bread and jam. Each scent swirled through my nose, unique yet blending together perfectly. My stomach howled in response, the perfect motivator to pull me from bed.

“It seems food is enough to get you both up and running.” Alec snorted, an incredulous grin on his face as he watched my movements increase in speed. His eyes felt like weights as they grazed over me, running my body slowly as if to make up lost time.

“Food is a valid reason to leave bed.” I shrugged, giving him a soft smile.

As Kade sat on the bed to put his shoes on, I walked over and stood in front of him. I savored the taste of Kade’s tangy surprise as it coated my tongue, running my fingers through his unruly hair. Kade’s large hands wrapped around my wrists, his eyes darting up to meet my own.

“What are you doing, sweetheart?” He asked, that morning growl still lingering in his words.

“You had bed head.” I pointed out, nibbling on my bottom lip as a light blush stained my face.

Kade released my wrists, placing one of my hands back onto his head. I smiled softly to myself, running my fingers through the strands of his hair until they remained in one place. Kade’s satisfaction from my touch rumbled in his chest, and I needn’t feel his emotions to know what he was thinking.

“Keep doing that, and you’ll have him wrapped around your finger.” Alec whispered in my ear as we walked downstairs.

I turned to meet Alec’s eyes, reading the softness that hid within his gaze, reserved for only me.

“And what about you?” I asked sweetly, my voice thick like honey.

a smirk. “You’ve already got me

Kade here, I couldn’t imagine a place more perfect. I wanted

Kade have responsibilities.” Thalia murmured softly, “We

turned from Sage’s door. Miles walked out behind us, covering our scent as we walked down the road. Miles thought it

letting the mate-bond guide them. It took them

bakery in town. I worked there while I was here. Beth–the girl who owns the bakery

by.” Alec nodded, glancing from the road over to my face. “Kade and I wanted to look around, see if we recognize any scents. The

colors lively and the streets bustling. The familiar smell of Beth’s pastries filled the air, and I smiled at the line milling outside the store. I felt horribly guilty for leaving Beth hanging like

of them followed me to the bakery. I looked between the two of them, noting the serious look on their faces. Their gruff expressions and the largeness of their build made them look like

As I walked into the shop, I could make out Beth’s irritable yell. She snapped at Jake, who in turn yelled

feel Jake’s emotions, I could see them openly flash across his eyes. Surprise, shock, relief, happiness. Each emotion lasting longer

Beth! Aurora’s here!” Jake shouted into the back, and I watched as Beth’s head popped from around the corner, her eyes wide with

in the h**l have you been, girl!” Beth shouted, and

worried that Beth would hurt me, but I had heard her use that tone with Jake countless times. Even Jake was afraid when her voice took on that raspy demanding quality, as it was usually a sign of Beth’s patience coming to an end. I found myself surprised as her body slammed into my own, her arms wrapped around me in a friendly hug. When she

silence, confused at the scene unraveling before them. Beth

Beth’s words were rushed, forced from her lips

with a weak laugh. “You don’t think

at Jake. I jabbed my elbow into Kade’s side,

minute?” Beth asked quietly, her voice a raspy whisper. I knew Alec and Kade could hear her anyway, but I nodded

the two

brown. Even after my large breakfast, my stomach rumbled at the sight of her pastries. As a whole, I wouldn’t miss this town. I

I would find some way to escape and that last night meant nothing. Two men who had probably rarely felt fear in their lives were terrified at the thought of

Beth whispered, her wide eyes darting out to where Alec and Kade stood. When I gave her a look of denial, she continued speaking. “Obviously you ran away from home, I’m not that stupid. I just want to make sure they’re not here to

back more than anything, but I also knew neither would force me if I truly wanted to stay. I wasn’t sure I would physically be able to stomach the pain that would cross their eyes if I had refused to leave,

Beth frowned, looking somewhat disheartened. “Are you going back

really am.” I frowned, hoping I hadn’t lost the first friend I made in this town. “They were right, I shouldn’t have

them, both of them.” Beth noted, an

nodded, swallowing my obvious

Beth asked, “You won’t be going back

I shook my head, reminding myself to talk to Alec and Kade about that. “They’ll take care of me. You don’t have to

Jake’s my brother, worrying is something I’ve done for years.” Beth snorted, “Speaking of,

a feeling you’ve already chewed him out pretty good.” I snickered, glancing over at Jake

to you? I know you wouldn’t miss work like that. I called the police, but they wouldn’t do anything until 48 hours

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