ALEX'S POV

I was almost waiting for a 'but' by the way the Head Master trailed off. We were all at the edge of our seats unable to decipher what he had meant because of our initial shock that his answer had come so quickly. I suppose that's what we all had hoped, it would save the days of worries and 'what ifs', but I don't think anyone thought we'd get the answer so quickly. But we did.

"So..." Andy trailed off, adjusting his position in the seat. "Does this mean..."

Despite his serious demeanor, the Head Master cracked a smile at Andy's facial expression and spoke the words, "Yes. It means I am granting you the ability to execute Mr. Green. It will end your mate's suffering once and for all."

And there it is. The surreal justification that, yes, Andy is allowed to kill Max. I was immediately overwhelmed with the feeling of utter happiness but was also plagued by sadness. It was all so real, maybe too real. Of course I was thrilled that Max would never be able to get his hands on me ever again but Andy could die trying to make that happen.

My inner battle was pushed aside when Andy wrapped his arms around me. I allowed him to pull me onto his lap and squeezed him with all my might.

"It's almost over." He whispered. I nodded and pulled back, suddenly aware of the warm tears that were rolling down my face. I hadn't even realized I was crying.

Andy stood up and shook the Head Master's hand. "Thank you, sir. You have no idea how much this means to us." He was beaming ear to ear. The sight itself made me smile.

"No need to thank me. No one should live in fear the rest of their life. I'll set up the fight to take place in exactly two days. You are to report to my office at 6pm for further details and to sign the contract. Thank you for stopping by and I'll see you in two days." As he ushered us out of his office I felt uneasy. two days? that's so soon..

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"That is so amazing, Alex! I am so happy for you!" Amy exclaimed as she wrapped her arms around me.

I smiled and said, "Thank you. It's definitely a relief."

When she pulled away Andy dragged me up the stairs to his room. He collapsed onto his bed with a smile on his face and pulled me down with him. I blushed instinctively when he kissed my temple and rested his hand just below my bellybutton. I wasn't sure if he was suggesting anything by that gesture and frankly, I was too shy to make the first move.

Andy yawned tiredly and mumbled, "I love you." I smiled at his tired voice and kissed his forehead.

I thought for a while before I finally fell asleep.

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"Andy..Alex..Wake up! You're friends are here." Amy whispered as she gently shook my shoulder. She grinned when my eyes fluttered open and said, "The boys are here." I nodded and smiled back, silently thanking her, before I rolled over.

"Andy...." I sang, trailing my finger down his chest tauntingly. He shivered involuntarily and opened his eyes with annoyance.

"Do you have to wake me up like that?"

I nodded and helped Andy up from the bed before I lead him down the stairs and into the living room.

"Alex!" Ashley exclaimed, running up to me. He wrapped his arms around me and lifted me up in the air so I wrapped my legs around his waist.

I giggled, "Hi Ash." He kissed my cheek excitedly then put me down.

"We're so happy for you Lex!" He beamed. I looked over at Devlynn and noticed the scowl on her face. But why?

We all sat down on the couch and the frown on Dev's face remained. It confused me but I decided to leave it alone, it wasn't my business anyways.

After a few minutes of silence CC spoke up. "Let's play truth or dare!" Everyone laughed at how hyper he was but shrugged and nodded in agreement. We gathered in a circle on the floor after Andy moved the coffee table and began.

"First of all, we need rules." Andy began. "No under the clothes action with the girls from anyone other than their mates, nothing too sexual and nothing too embarrassing." Everyone nodded and took note of the three rules.

"Alex." I turned and looked at Ashley. "Truth or dare?"

"Truth."

He smirked. "What was the last sexual thing you did with Andy." There were ooh's from all around the circle and I couldn't help the lobster red blush that coated my cheeks.

I sighed nervously and mumbled, "I gave him a blowjob."

"No way!" Ash exclaimed, laughing. I hid my head in my hands and chuckled anxiously.

Jake laughed and said, "Moving on.. Okay, Ashley. Truth or Dare?"

Ashley scoffed. "Dare man!"

"I dare you to grab Alex's boobs..." He noticed the looks that Andy and Devlynn were giving him and uttered, "Sorry guys." Ashley shrugged and before I know it, his hands are cupping my boobs. I squeezed my eyes shut and blushed harder than ever.

"Uh..Ash?" I snapped my fingers in his face to gain his attention. "You've been holding onto my boobs and staring at them for over a minute now..." Andy glared at Ashley while Dev glared at me. It was rather uncomfortable.

"Andy, truth or dare?" CC questioned.

"Hmmm..Dare."

"I dare you to give Alex a hickey." He said. Andy pushed me down onto my back before he began sucking on my neck.

"Devlynn," Andy spoke up. "Truth or dare?"

"Uhhh, truth."

"How many times have you and Ash had sex?"

She giggled softly. "Twice." Ashley leaned over and kissed her lips passionately.

"Gross." Jake scoffed.

Notes

I'm not really sure where I went with this chapter so sorry if it sucks.