Jinx's Mate (Alaskan Tigers) by Dobson Marissa

Author:Dobson, Marissa [Dobson, Marissa]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Publisher: Sunshine Press
Published: 2014-02-10T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter Thirteen

Clothes and toys were stacked in piles of what was going and what wasn’t. The stack they would bring with them was getting fuller than she expected. Two empty suitcases sat off to the side, but with the height of the pile she was doubtful there would be enough room.

“Penny for your thoughts?” she asked Lukas, who sat on the sofa, the laptop in front of him. But he wasn’t working, instead he was gazing into space.

“I’m thinking about West Virginia, my home.” He sat the computer aside and looked at her. “I never expected to leave the clan, but when I got the chance to stay in Alaska to help with their cause I jumped at it. For the first time I felt like I was needed, that I was doing something good.”

“What changed?”

“Jinx…” He let his head fall back against the sofa. “This opportunity…well, it’s got me thinking. I miss home, and it’s a once in a lifetime chance. If I turn it down, I might never be offered the chance again.”

“But?” She provoked him when he went silent.

“I’ve grown a lot since I’ve left West Virginia. I’m not sure I’m willing to give everything up. I still want to have a part in all the changes. At the same time, my duty lies with the family clan. I feel so split.”

“Have you talked to Jinx about this? Maybe there’s a way to do both. He’s very committed to the changes, and the Alaskan Tigers. I don’t see why it wouldn’t work for you. You could continue working with them, maybe remotely?”

“I was going to mention it, but then Jackson called.” He glanced over at her, giving her a halfhearted smile. “I shouldn’t be bothering you with my problems when you have your own.”

“It’s fine. What else are families for?” She tossed the Dalmatian into the keep pile. “How about a cup of coffee?”

“Sure. It might help clear my mind. I’ll get it.” He stood and went to the small kitchenette.

“I know Jinx is hopeful that you will take the position, but in the end you have to do what’s right for you. If the two of you can work out something so you’re both happy then all the better.” She got up from the floor, stepping over the piles she’d created. “He cares about your happiness, and he’ll understand, no matter what you decide.”

“What about you? You’re Alpha Female of the clan. Did he give you any say in it?”

“He mentioned it to me before he asked you, but as for anything further…no. We didn’t discuss any others he might have in mind if you decline the position. Not that I could have been much help since I’ve never met any of the clan members.” She took the coffee mug he offered and sat down at the table that was now clear since everything was in piles on the floor. “I’m aware he does have another in mind because he doesn’t feel you’ll take the position. I also know he doesn’t have the same faith in the other person as he does you.

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