The smell of the barbeques quickly filled the air in the large backyard. Burgers and hot dogs were being grilled by Aiden’s dad, Tyson, and another man that Abby pointed out as Gideon, the Beta.
Apparently, a Beta is second in command under the Alpha. I know, because I had to ask Abby, much to my embarrassment. There was no real reason to be embarrassed I know, but I can’t help feeling like an outsider. Like I don’t belong here and having to ask such questions proves it to them.
I had successfully avoided Aiden until now. Well, not me so much as he and a few others aren’t out here yet. But it is for the best, I think. My mind is flooded with crazy thoughts and I fear that if I don’t get them under control, I will say something I don’t mean.
And right now, I don’t know what I mean.
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