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I had kicked that woman out of my house so fast, her head spun.

That particular instance was the final straw that stopped us from searching for an omega.

I was in a bind. It was obvious that Bethany was attracted to us to a degree. We were good-looking alphas, even though we were quite a few years older than her. I could be objective and admit that. Despite that, she had only ever acted professionally, politely, and in Joey’s best interests.

“Joey mentioned a while ago that Bethany loves spicy pasta,” I said as I scrolled through some deposition paperwork.

Cullen nodded thoughtfully. “Well, everyone likes food, and that’s at least something I can provide! If Joey feels up to skating next week, I’ll pick her up and bring Bethany some apology food.”

“I think that’s the smartest idea you’ve had in a while. Maybe take some of those cookies your chef makes, because most omegas have a sweet tooth, don’t they?” Jensen said.

Cullen nodded. “I think it’s time for me to eat some humble pie and beg for forgiveness.”

Jensen snorted. “You’ve got your work cut out for you. Bethany doesn’t take shit from anyone.”

No, she didn’t.

It felt like every day that passed, Bethany was endearing herself more to me.

Chapter 13

Beth

Jensen:

On a scale of one to ten, how much do you want to murder my pack mate?

As I looked down at my phone screen, a giggle escaped my chest. Jensen had been keeping me updated on Joey’s condition, and she was back at school and much better.

Bethany:

None of my feelings are particularly murderous.

Jensen:

In that case, would you be able to babysit Joey on a regular basis? A few days after school?

Jensen:

We were considering hiring the Heralds’ babysitter after Cullen was such an ass to you, but Joey made it clear that the only person she found acceptable to look after her is you. Given how well you get along and how amazing you’ve been to her, I have to say we agree.

Bethany:

Flattery will get you everywhere. Isn’t the school year nearly over?

Jensen:

Then I guess I better heap on the praise. Joey attends a summer school where they mostly play and do extracurriculars, but we usually take the last three weeks of August off to spend time together as a family. Also, we will pay well! You won’t have to work any other jobs.

I had no doubt that they were going to pay extremely well, given that every time I’d done something with Joey, they had thrown obscene amounts of cash at me. Babysitting was a good job, and I was happy to take it, but should I give up the security of my other jobs on the off chance they would stick with me?

What would happen if Cullen lost his patience again?

Bethany:

I happen to like teaching ice skating!

Jensen: