The Twin

Chapter 26

Chapter 26

Athos POV

"He has many scars for an Alpha, but I am concerned about damage to his lungs with that scarring," a man sounded. "That isn't an old scar, that's recent."

I furrowed my eyebrows, fighting to wake up, but my body ignored my command. I attempted to move, but my muscles remained paralyzed with sleep. Panic soared through me as I struggled to wake up, wondering if I'm dead.

"Shhhh, you're okay," I relaxed as her voice caressed my ear drums, like a spell ordering my mind to stop over thinking.

Her soft hands ran through my hair, lulling me to sleep, but I refused. I was cold on the outside, but on the inside, I wanted to protect this female. There's something about her that has me wanting her attention every day, I want to see her smile and laugh because of me. But I was scared, knowing I'm a monster at times.

I have moments where I can't control myself, my wolf just takes over. The thought of hurting her frightens me more than anything else has. Julie was my first love, Layla was my second, but Seraphina is something completely different.

She's my world and heart.

"You're okay, Athos," she cooed.

I smiled, wishing I could just tell her how I felt. I know neither of us are ready for any sort of relationship, but I want to get to know her. I can't stop myself, I was addicted to her.

Goddess, Seraphina, what are you doing to me?

"How is he?" Olivia sounded.

Her sister sighed, "He's weak and extremely sick. That scar on his chest is a recent one, the doctor is worried about any internal damage."

"What are they going to do?"

"Most likely a MRI and x—ray, along with a CAT scan."

I felt Olivia gently stroke my cheek, causing something else to stir within me. It wasn't anything close to what I felt for Seraphina, but it was more of a brotherly love. The urge to protect her, my wolf knowing she lacks the knowledge of a warrior.

"Vincent suggested you join Athos' pack, he needs a lead female warrior."

"And why me?"

"Sera, I have seen you fight and you know how good you are. You were able to beat our Alpha after a month of training. Hell, you'll probably be a challenge for Athos."

I wanted to laugh, no one is a challenge for me. I always know their plan, whether I fought them before or not. That is why I'm one of the most feared Alphas, I actually know how to fight.

"It's not up to me, sis," Seraphina mumbled. "Athos would have to actually want me to join."

Oh, I do, trust me.

"But you'll never be good enough for her. She'll leave you, like the others," that voice whispered in my ears.

I attempted to ignore it, wanting to force myself to stop giving into the fear.

"You're a monster, you'll hurt her."

I could feel a tear roll down my cheek, this voice was ripping me apart. But it's not some random voice....

It's my voice.

I'll only hurt her in the end. If I can't love myself, then no one should love me.

I don't deserve i