My Genius Mate

Chapter Twenty Three

It was a hard few months. I was healing nicely and better than some expected me to after being held there for three and a half months. I was in physical therapy and spent most of my days on a shift between Ronan, Katie, and Henry. Chef Hughey gave me a lot of protein meals to help me gain some weight. He and I were having a hay day to find new meals and creations to help me.

I was getting a ton of visitors. Jeremy brought me his Gameboy to play games on in my free time. Luna and Alpha were there to either keep me company or give me updates on the pack. Luna even brought me one of my mom's favorite complicated drink orders. Beta Dawson also came by and watched Mortal Combat with me and Henry. We sat there all afternoon discussing the moves in the movie and I laughed as the two of them even wrestled in my room. Gus stopped by for only a few minutes to sneak in some treats for me and give me classwork updates. Luckily my teachers gave me a few assignments so I can pick up where I left off and this semester will count.

Ronan was still angry with Gabe, blaming it on him why they took me but that wasn't the case. I was waiting for an opportunity to bring it up with him and let him know what really happened on that day. He was also standoffish with Gus. He helped me but also tortured me under Christa's say-so. We discovered she was making up lies and brainwashing rouges into believing we were evil, and that we were against them this whole time.

Yesterday I got a visit from Gabe and Gus at the same time. Gus brought me a roast beef sandwich and Gabe brought me a blue sports drink I had been craving. I was happy to see them as I walked over to hug them. I had some bruising and soreness but otherwise, I was doing great. I had been moved out of the medical room and placed into Ronan's bedroom. For the time being until I am fully back to normal and can gain more weight, I am staying in the pack house and moved in. I sat on the edge of the bed while they shared a small couch against the wall. "Gus, I haven't seen you in forever, where have you been?"

He looked awkwardly at Gabe before smiling at me. "Considering what happened, the video tapes, and all, I had to do some community service. Luckily the Alpha was there to know I was an ally and really did help you."

"What kind of work have they been giving you?" I tried to open my drink but the seal was tight. I handed it to Gus to was closest to me and he opened it.

"The usual. Cleaning up parks, and sides of roads, and painting some places around the property that needed to be touched up. I have only a week left."

"Good. I'm glad you're making your mark on the pack." I took some bites of my sandwich as they shared some concerning looks. "But I assume there is more going on here?"

Gabe nodded and stood up, pacing around the room as Gus leaned back on the couch and crossed his arms. I watched as he smirked and enjoyed the show. I was more confused than ever. "Ok, you caught me. Yes, um. Well, I have a favor to ask you."

"We have a favor to ask," Gus interjected. I looked between the two. Gabe looked like he was about to have a panic attack and Gus was smiling. I gasped out loud.

"Oh my goddess, are you guys mates?" They nodded and I cheered for them. "Oh wow, that is great guys! Although good luck telling Ronan because you two are not on his nice list right now. Maybe give him. . .oh no, please tell me your favor has nothing to do with that?"

"We need you, his beautiful, amazing, just recovered from serious injuries, and he loves more than anything, to tell him? Because you love us?" Gabe gave me a dimpled smile. "Ali, you love us, you love love, and as future Luna, you love mates."

"Fine! But I am going to wait for the time he is happy to tell him." They both reached over to hug me. Gabe went to call his mom and tell her, knowing she would be excited about it. I joined Gus on the small couch and handed him a water bottle from the fridge. "So, how are you guys doing since finding out? How did it happen?"