They probably did. His family didn't care much for me either...and then he left almost everything to me anyway.
[ She huffs a soft laugh. They may have never said the words but that had been proof enough for her that he'd cared just as much as she had. ]
Consider the subject changed, darling. He's sweet. I was the one that chose him- well. The first and second choices would have been more along Bifrons yes men and we need something better than that for the Milita. Matt was- a general. Lucas was a father. Our currant? He's a soldier. He's one of us. It helps.
Oh, good for him. [ A final 'fuck you' to anyone who questioned them. She can appreciate that. ]
He answered my question, about Dmitri's past. He didn't have to do that. [ Natalia lets out a small sigh. ] I want him to survive this. I want him to be his own person.
First Alpha. He didn't have to talk to me, but he did. He didn't have to answer my question either, but he did that too. You look out for him, don't you? He sounds like he might need it. But mostly Dmitri. Surviving without him is less than ideal.
Until we get a Beta promoted, It is my job to help him adjust. For all that he remembers having the position since Matt died he's only been doing this for a month. I chose him because he's a good man. Because he didn't judge me too harshly when he found out about the entirety of my job.
[ The hand no in Natalia's hair curls around her fingers, squeezing. ]
We'll help Dimitri. You won't have to worry about surviving without him. And if you need another dose of the chems when we get to the penthouse, I can arrange that.
He's a good pick. [ Natalia's voice has gone quiet, sleepy and thoughtful. ] He's trying to do what he thinks is right. Better than a man who never questions it.
[ At Juliett's promise that they'll help Dmitri, Natalia opens her eyes and gives the other woman a sharp smile. ]
Good for him. Good for us. We'll do our best to be good for you.
[ Natalia wants to say something like they would never hurt her, but that's a dangerous thing to promise. They would never want to hurt her, that's true, but it doesn't have the same silly romantic and hopeful ring to it.
Good girl. It won't be long till we're home. He's sleeping right now- I didn't want to leave him until I was sure he was asleep. He was so worried about being left alone.
[ It's a strange thought to have; but when you're that cracked open and vulnerable? Alone is the last thing you want to be. She's just never had anyone that she trusted enough to be broken around before. ]
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[ She huffs a soft laugh. They may have never said the words but that had been proof enough for her that he'd cared just as much as she had. ]
Consider the subject changed, darling. He's sweet. I was the one that chose him- well. The first and second choices would have been more along Bifrons yes men and we need something better than that for the Milita. Matt was- a general. Lucas was a father. Our currant? He's a soldier. He's one of us. It helps.
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He answered my question, about Dmitri's past. He didn't have to do that. [ Natalia lets out a small sigh. ] I want him to survive this. I want him to be his own person.
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[ She starts combing her fingers through Natalia's hair, smile soft, sweet, and maybe a touch indulgent. ]
I'll help however I can.
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[ Natalia lets out a sigh of pure contentment. ]
God but I'll be sad when all this wears off.
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[ The hand no in Natalia's hair curls around her fingers, squeezing. ]
We'll help Dimitri. You won't have to worry about surviving without him. And if you need another dose of the chems when we get to the penthouse, I can arrange that.
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[ At Juliett's promise that they'll help Dmitri, Natalia opens her eyes and gives the other woman a sharp smile. ]
Good for him. Good for us. We'll do our best to be good for you.
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[ Leaning down enough to kiss Natalia's forehead isn't difficult at all. In fact it's one of the easiest things she's done all night. ]
Right now I want for you to focus on resting.
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So instead she smiles and closes her eyes. ]
Focus. More like letting go. I'll rest.
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[ It's a strange thought to have; but when you're that cracked open and vulnerable? Alone is the last thing you want to be. She's just never had anyone that she trusted enough to be broken around before. ]
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[ It must make things easier to have someone there. An anchor. She misses hers. ]
Sleep, Lisichka, I'll wake you when we're home.
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[ Another breath or three and she's sleeping. ]