Chapter 12 My Mates ? Moiras POV " My mates ? " The words slip out barely above a whisper . My mind reels , trying to process what Logan just said . The Moon Goddess's words echo in my memorytwin Alphas , born under a blood moon , blessed by her power and waiting their entire lives for me . ' These are the twins she meant . Not just any twins , but THE twins . The Alphas of Crimson Eclipse . ' I stare at them both , my heart hammering so hard I'm sure the monitors will start beeping frantically . Lucas with his man - bun and intricate face tattoos , Logan with his wild curls and full beard . They're legends in the werewolf worldtwo of the most powerful Alphas on the continent , ruling one of the strongest packs in existence . And they're saying they're Chapter Unlocked , Enjoy Reading! ' This has to be a mistake . The Moon Goddess got it wrong somehow . ' " I " My voice cracks . I clear my throat and try again . " Thank you . For helping me , I mean . And for the medical care . I know I'm not part of your pack , so you didn't have to " " Moira . " Logan's voice cuts through my rambling gently but firmly . " You never have to thank us for taking care of you . " " But I'm nobody , " I blurt out , heat flooding my cheeks . " I'm just a broken rogue with nothing to offer . You're Alphas . THE Alphas . You could have anyonesomeone strong , someone worthy of your positions . Why would you want someone like me ? " The words tumble out before I can stop them , all my insecurities spilling into the sterile air of the hospital room . ' They'll realize their mistake now. They'll reject me and find their real mates . ' Lucas steps closer to my bed , his dark eyes never leaving mine . " Can we sit ? Please ? " I nod nervously , not trusting my voice . 21:28 6.78 % Both twins move chairs closer to my bedside with careful , deliberate movements . They settle down slowly , like they're approaching a skittish animal they don't want to frighten . " We know what you're thinking , " Logan says , his voice low and soothing . " You're wondering if this is real , if we'll change our minds , if you're somehow not enough . " ' How can he possibly know that ? ' " That's not how things work here , Moira , " Lucas continues , leaning forward slightly . " We will never reject you . Not today , not tomorrow , not ever . " " We'll go at your pace , " Logan adds . " Whatever you need , however long you need to heal and adjust . We're not going anywhere . " " We'll be loyal to you for the rest of our lives , " Lucas says , his voice carrying absolute conviction . " That's a promise . " I want to believe them , but the doubt claws at my chest like a living thing . My fingers twist in the hospital blanket , and I can feel tears building behind my eyes. " You don't understand , " I whisper , my voice breaking . " I'm damaged goods . Look at me . " | gesture weakly at my bandaged arms , my swollen face . " This is what's left of me . Dr. Flynn said I need multiple surgeries just to function normally again . I'll be scarred foreverinside and out . " ' They can't possibly want this . Want me .' " I have nightmares , " I continue , the words pouring out like a dam has burst . " I flinch when people move too fast . I can't even let someone hold my hand without panicking . What kind of mate is that for two Alphas ? You deserve someone whole , someone who can stand beside you with strength , not someone who falls apart at the slightest touch . " Lucas slowly extends his hand toward mine where it rests on the hospital blanket . " May I? " I stare at his outstretched handstrong , calloused , gentle . Part of me wants desperately to feel that connection , to know what it's like to be touched without pain . But the larger part remembers other hands , other touches that brought nothing but agony . I flinch backward instinctively , my whole body jerking away from his reach. " See ? " I gasp , shame burning through my chest . " I can't evenl'm sorry , I didn't mean " 021 : 29 6.55 % < Chapter 12 My Mates ? Get 5 > Menu " Hey , it's okay . " Lucas's voice stays perfectly calm , no trace of hurt or anger . He slowly withdraws his hand , giving me space . " You don't need to apologize . I understand . " " We both understand , " Logan adds , his tone just as gentle . " You've been through hell , Moira . No one expects you to trust touch right away . " ' But they should expect more from their mate . They should want someone who doesn't recoil from them . ' " You don't get it , " I say , my voice getting smaller . " I'm not just hurtl'm broken. Really , truly broken . The things they did to me ... " My throat closes up completely . " I don't know if I'll ever be normal again . I don't know if I'll ever be able to be what you need me to be . " " The Moon Goddess made a mistake , " I whisper , the words cutting through me like glass . " She must have . Two powerful Alphas don't get stuck with damaged goods like me . " Both twins lean forward simultaneously , their expressions fierce . " Don't say that , " Lucas says , his voice rough with emotion . " Don't you ever say that about yourself . " " The Moon Goddess doesn't make mistakes , " Logan adds , his dark eyes blazing . " She brought us together for a reason . " " We meant what we said , " Lucas continues . " We go at your pace . If that means no touching until you're ready , that's fine . If it means you need space to process all this , that's fine too . If it means years of therapy and healing , we'll be there for every single day of it . " " All that matters is that you're alive and safe , " Logan says . " Everything elsethe mate bond , getting to know each other , building trustthat can happen as slowly as you need it to . " ' How can they be so patient ? So understanding ? Don't they see how much work I'll be ? ' " But what if I never get better ? " I ask , voicing my deepest fear . " What if I'm always like thisjumping at shadows , afraid of my own reflection ? What if the damage is permanent ? " " Then we'll love you exactly as you are , " Lucas says without hesitation . " You're not damaged goods , Moira ," Logan adds , his voice carrying absolute conviction . " You're a survivor . The strongest person we've ever met . " 21:29 6.72 % < Chapter 12 My Mates ? Tears spill down my cheeks . When was the last time someone spoke to me with such patience ? Such genuine care ? ' Never . No one has ever talked to me like this . ' Rosalie clears her throat softly from behind the twins . I'd almost forgotten she was there . " I'm going to step out and give you three some privacy , " she says , squeezing my shoulder gently as she passes . " I'll be right outside if you need anything . " The door closes behind her with a soft click , leaving me alone with my mates . ' My mates . ' The thought still feels impossible . Chapter Comment ( 2 )