Demon War: Rise of the Alpha

Chapter 6 Sleeping together

             Jin opened the door and walked out. She had pulled the string as tight as she could on the joggers and folded the pants up to help fit her body. But there was not much she could do about the shirt. She looked like a small child wearing her father’s t-shirt. She glanced up at the two guys and then giggled as she held her arms out. “At least I am clean now.”

            Wyatt chuckled. “Sorry. I don’t have anything smaller, and Jason’s clothes would have been even bigger. I can send Sam to get something off of Renee tonight if you want?”

            “No this is fine. Thank you.” Jin flexed her fingers in front of her as she glanced between the two men awkwardly.

            Wyatt cleared his throat. “Okay, I’m going to get showered up real quick.” He turned and gave Jason a look of warning before his disappeared into the bathroom.

            The sound of the shower running filled the empty room. Jin glanced around the room. To the far side was a large window with a door that led out to a ledge. Her eyes lit up at this and she made her way over to it. She placed her hand on the cold handle and then pulled it open. Immediately the evening air hit her and she closed her eyes to breathe it in. She looked up to the tiny dots that invaded the night sky. Everything seemed very peaceful here. They were all happy and got along well. She felt his presence first and then saw him lean his arms on the banister beside her.

            “It looks like this was a happy place to grow up.” Jin smiled looking out at the distant sky.

            Jason looked at her from the side then looked ahead. “It was. And it is. It’s always been like one big family here.”

            “That sounds nice.” A small smile continued to rest on her face.

            “What was it like where you grew up?” Jason watched her immediately tense. Her lips curved downwards, and her gaze went down to her hands.

            “It was nothing like this.” Jin focused on her hands in front of her. “But that’s the past. Maybe I can have this in the future?” She sighed and turned to look at Jason. “Do you think I can?”

            Jason met with her green eyes. “I guess time will tell. I don’t like secrets and you are riddled with them. Right now, you are unknown, and I am going to protect Wyatt. I am going to protect this pack. Do you want to clear the air with me?”

            “Why do you have to know my past to know who I am now? Does it matter?”

            “It does if it bothers you.” Jason watched her tense up. Her tiny fists squeezed together.

            “I don’t want to talk about my past. I’m sorry.”

            “Where are your parents?” Jason ignored her and continued to pry.

            “They’re dead.” She met his gaze blankly.

            Jason nodded his head. “When did this happen?”

            “When I was a child.”

            “I lost my parents too. My biological ones. I was adopted, Lilly and Tyler are my parents. They raised me since I was a toddler. Me and my twin brother. What about you? Who raised you?” Jason watched as she began to tremble. She bit her bottom lip and she looked like she was about to cry.

            “Raised me…” She said in an almost bitter voice. “I survived. I wasn’t raised.” She closed her eyes and wiped the dampness that was forming away.

            “Jason you need the shower next?” Wyatt walked to the edge of the doorway.

            Jason sighed and then looked at Jin. He would have to leave her alone with Wyatt in order to shower. Though more and more he was feeling more relaxed around her. Now he was curious what she was hiding. What had her life been like before?

            Jin knew exactly what he was thinking, and she started giggling. “You want me to come into the bathroom with you so you can shower? You can’t possibly leave this evil demon alone with Wyatt.” 

            Wyatt snickered. “Go get your shower Jason.”

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            Jason walked out from the shower and looked over to see Jin and Wyatt laughing on the couch.

            “And get this. Then he tried to destroy the whole rose bush with his bare hands. He got all cut up and caught in the thorns. Mom had to come and free him.” Wyatt laughed loudly as Jin giggled.

            “Not that story again.” Jason sighed in annoyance.

            “And then he just looked up at mom because he was stuck.”

            “Aww, I bet that was adorable. Those big brown eyes looking up for help.” Jin smiled.

            “Do you think he’s adorable now?” Wyatt teased and Jin giggled.

            “His eyes are.” Jin shrugged. She loved chocolate and associated it with his deep brown eyes.

            “He’s a fun guy once he loosens up. You’ll see.” Wyatt smiled back at Jason who only rolled his eyes.

            “So how are the sleeping arrangements going to work?” Jason grumbled less then amused at being the topic of conversation.

            “We can give Jin the bed-” Wyatt started.

            “No no no. I don’t need the bed. The floor is fine with me.” Jin answered quickly.

            Wyatt laughed. “I’m not about to have you sleeping on the floor.”

            “Honestly I don’t mind. The carpet is so soft in here anyways. It wouldn’t bother me in the slightest. I’m not taking the bed.”

            “You’re not sleeping on the floor Jin.” Wyatt shook his head no. There was no way he could sleep if she was sleeping on the floor.

            “Fine. Then I can sleep here on the couch. The bed  looks big enough that you both can share it.” Jin glanced between Wyatt and Jason. This honestly made the most sense. Though she really didn’t mind sleeping on the floor. This soft plush carpet was an upgrade compared to what she was used to.

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            Her skin was on fire but yet she shivered from the cold. The shredded cloth that barely covered her body could not keep her warm. A deep pain burned inside of her stomach. She was hungry. No, she was starving. She could feel the slow oozing of liquid running down her back from where she was lashed. She curled up on the dirty floor. Her body ached in agony. She winced from the pain as she moved slightly. She gritted her teeth but refused to make a sound. Making a sound would only end up drawing their attention to her. Creating more pain for her. She took in a breath through her nose. The stagnant air was not at all refreshing. If only she wasn’t shackled in the anti-element bracelets.

            “We should probably feed it again. Don’t want our toy dying on us.” An eerie sinister sounding voice hissed out.

            Death. She actually wished for death. She would finally be free if she died. She accepted her fate already. The only way she would ever get away would be if she died.

            Another set of heavy footsteps were heard. “Have you gotten what I need yet?” The low voice growled.

            “No, not yet.”

            “Go and get it now. And take that filth with you. I’m sure there is someone there who would be interested in her for a price.” His low voice dripped in ice.

            She felt herself being yanked up by her bonded hands. No, please. Just let me die. Please. Please. Please. Please.

            “Please. Please. Please. Please.”

            “Jin? Jin, are you alright?” 

            Her eyes popped open. Her body was still shaking, and she could feel the dampness on her cheek. She let out a breath and wiped her eyes. Why did she dream about that memory of when she was at her lowest point? It must have been from talking about her past a bit. She looked up to see two sets of concerned eyes looking down at her. She forced a smile and then sat up. “I’m fine. Just a bad dream.” She lied.

            Wyatt sat next to her. “You want to talk about it?”

            That was the last thing she wanted to do. She shook her head no swiftly. “No, there isn’t anything to talk about.” She listened as Jason heaved a heavy sigh. She looked up to see his slightly annoyed face. “Sorry for waking you guys up.”

            “Don’t worry about it. It’s morning now anyways.” Wyatt gave her a reassuring smile. “I have a meeting today in town. How about coming along and going shopping? Renee and Susan will join you. You need to get some clothes that are actually made for you.”

            “Thank you I really appreciate it. I didn’t come here to create a problem for you but it feels like that is what I have done.” Jin said with a small frown.

            “No way. You are not a problem at all. You gave me an awesome gift that I can’t wait to practice with later today.” Wyatt gently nudged her with his shoulder.

            She smiled and then glanced up to Jason. She was sure Wyatt was the only one who did not think that she was a problem. Though this shouldn’t shock her or surprise her. She was a demon after all. They didn’t have the best reputation. She was guilty by association. She felt a warm heavy hand land on top of her head and gently moved around side to side.

            “I said you aren’t a problem so stop over thinking it.” Wyatt flashed her his white brilliant smile. He knew she was hiding things about her. He figured the more comfortable she got with them the more likely she would be to share. And even if she didn’t want to share that was fine too. But he wanted her to feel at home here. He could feel that she was a bit uptight. Jason and his discerning eyes didn’t help make her feel at home that was for sure.

            “I hate these Alpha meetings.” Jason grumbled and then leaned back against the wall.

            “Sorry Jason. I’d bring you in with me if I could but only the Alpha and Beta are allowed in the meeting.” Wyatt stood up from the couch and then offered his hand to Jin. She slowly reached her hand into his. He could feel her soft cold hands in his own. They were so tiny. Maybe it was because she was so small, but he felt protective over her. The irony of that was she was there to protect him. He effortlessly pulled her up and swung his arm around her. “Let’s see about getting some breakfast.”

            When they entered the downstairs their band of friends were already seated at the table at the pack house. There was another person there though who Jin had not met before. The woman bounded over to them and grinned.

            “You must be Jin. I’m Avery. I’m Wyatt’s aunt. Here I brought you over some clothes of mine and these are some of Susan’s and Renee’s clothes. Try them on and wear what fits the best.” Avery beamed at the girl and then tugged her away from Wyatt. “Come on now. You don’t want to be stuck wearing Wyatt’s clothes any longer I am sure. It is hard to wash all that male wolf scent out.” Avery giggled. She ushered Jin into the bathroom. “I’ll be right out here.” And then shut the door.

            Jin smiled and stared down at the clothes in her hands. Now that was a bubbly personality. She liked it though. She was so warm and never once made her feel like an outsider. Maybe… just maybe she could finally feel like part of a family here.