Unbelievable (Sequel to Unexpected)

Bond

It wasn't until hours later did Lana say something. Charlotte had made it a point to make Lana go to the bedroom; to sleep or just lay down it didn't matter. She needed Lana to be somewhere safe and quiet while she cleared her thoughts. She was stressed out now and her anxiety was skyrocketing. Staying calm seemed near impossible. Adding on knowing this wasn't going to help the pup or make the pregnancy easier, it only added onto the stress. Instead of letting it get to her, she decided to clean. As cliche as it sounded, cleaning was something that helped calm her down.

By the time Lana came out of the room, Charlotte had all but scrubbed the kitchen raw. She was leaning over the counter as best as she could in order to reach the window. Dust had collected and she needed it gone. Lana watched in confusion as her Omega was awkwardly bent over. Part of her wanted to rush over and help her down but the other said to wait; she didn't know if Charlotte wanted her around right then.She swallowed hard and cleared her throat. "I'm sorry you had to see me like that." Charlotte turned sharply. Her eyes settled on Lana standing in her pajamas. It was barely 7 p.m.

"As much as I appreciate the apology, I don't really want to talk about what happened right now." And back to scrubbing she went. Lana became very aware of the heavy smell of bleach. She took in the very clean kitchen and the sponge in Charlotte's hand. Even though she wasn't feeling herself at all, she had an Omega to take care of. The stress and work wasn't helping Charlotte and Lana became very aware of the strain being placed on her Omega.

Without another thought, she walked over to Charlotte and took the sponge from her hand. "Charlotte." The Omega didn't turn to look at her, keeping her back to Lana and holding onto the edge of the counter. "I didn't want you to see that. See me like that. I-" How could she explain it? "I haven't been like that since I left my father. I don't want to be like that. I don't want you to think I'm like that. Like them." She whispered the last part. Charlotte's rigid body slowly relaxed and she turned to look at Lana.

"I don't want to hear an apology. Just don't do that again." She turned to walk past but was stopped when Lana grabbed her wrist. Said woman didn't let go as she pulled the Omega closer. There wasn't any point to fight; Charlotte stopped and turned to look up at Lana. "You scared me. The whole time we've been together- even that night- you've never scared me. Not even when I was bare naked between two Alphas in that damned club. Not when I first saw you or how protective you immediately were. Not like that. I was actually worried for Luke. For that bastard." She shook her head lightly. "I know you won't hurt me or the pup. But that was terrifying to see; you changed completely and looked so lost when you came back. I didn't know what I was suppose to do to help." Now, Charlotte was the one who looked lost.

Lana wasted no time pulling her close to her own body and enveloping her completely in her arms. She had scared her Omega and left her temporarily defenseless. Yes, Lana would never hurt Charlotte or their pup. It was what brought her back from the head space. But if anyone else was in the way, she was sure she would've torn them apart after Luke. "You don't have to do anything. You brought me back when I needed to be just by talking to me." She pressed a feather light kiss to Charlotte's hair and trailed her hand up and down her back. This is what she should be doing; comforting and holding her Omega. Not scaring her. "I won't do that again, not while I have you." A slight scoff came from Charlotte who had pressed her face into Lana's throat.

"You'll always have me." Was barely muttered against her skin. "You can't get rid of me. Not that you'd want to, I am a delight after all." Lana chuckled slightly and tilted the Omega's head up. A saddened look flashed over Charlotte's face. "Please don't turn into that again. Please. I-I felt like I lost you. I can't go through that."