Mated to the Alpha triplets

Chapter 22. The Field trip 1

Olivia

My jaw dropped at my mother's question. "In love with the princes?" I repeated, incredulously. "Mom, they're my employers, not my boyfriends!"

“I was only joking, Liv. Why do you sound so shocked?” My mom said as she approached me with a cup of water. ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

I took the water from her and gulped it down in a second.

“I’m not in love with any of those annoying brats.” I said.

“Hmm, you sure?” My dad asked.

“Yes, Dad.”

“Then, why did you insist on working when you are hurt?” He added.

“I only said so because I wasn’t hurt. You know Dad. I will get better soon.” I said.

My parents looked at me suspiciously, still not satisfied with my response. I quickly stood up and limped into my room before they could ask me another ridiculous question. One I might not be able to answer.

I shut my door and flopped down on my bed. I drifted off to sleep and was woken up by my mom to come have dinner. I finished my food and quickly headed back to my room to study. With everything that had happened, I felt completely unprepared for our upcoming tests.

I can’t be a bullied omega and at the same time dumb. I need to keep up my grades if I want to get out of here someday.

The next morning, I woke up with a start. The sun was already up, and I knew I was late. I quickly got dressed and grabbed my bag, rushing out the door.

I grabbed some food to eat on my way and quickly headed out, screaming out my goodbye to my mom and dad. Josh was standing outside, he was on his phone and smiling.

“That must be Gwen.” I said as I tapped him on the shoulder.

“Oh, Olivia. Good morning.” He said acting coy.

“Hmm, good. Avoiding my question?”

“No… yes… it’s Gwen. She asked me to send her a picture of our school. I’m only texting to tell her that I will do so once I get to school.” He said

I continuously teased him as we walked to school and then I lost myself in my own thoughts. Just then, Josh tapped my shoulder.

“Olivia, what’s wrong?”

“I’m… fine, Josh. I was just thinking of how nice it would have been if my mate had been someone like Gwen. Someone who would make me smile every morning. A mate who would care for me and look after me.” I said sadly.

“Common, Liv. I’m sure the princes will come around.” He said.

His brows furrowed as he looked down and saw the bandage on my foot.

“What happened?” He asked surprised.

“You were so focused on your dear Gwen, you didn't even notice this. I’m now getting jealous as I'm beginning to think that Gwen will take you away from me.” I replied and smiled teasingly.

“Stop joking, Liv. Tell me what really happened.”

I told him how I got hurt and he advised me to be careful when dealing with Helen. We arrived at school. Just then, the triplets arrived, their car zooming into the parking lot as music blasted out. They alighted and Helen came out of the car with them. She waved at me and quickly came over to me.

“How are you feeling, Olive? How's your foot? Better?” She said smiling.

As the triplets' car pulled into the school parking lot, the roar of its powerful engine caught the attention of students and staff alike. The triplets always made a grand entrance. They stepped out of the sleek red sports car, which turned heads and caused every girl in the parking lot to squeal. Lucien, Logan, and Lucas were the center of attention, and they knew it.

Helen, the ever-present leech, followed suit. She seemed to be in a less cheerful mood today, her expression sour. The events of the previous evening might have left a bitter taste in her mouth. I couldn't help but watch her, partly to gauge her current mood and partly to ensure I wasn't the target of any more of her schemes.

Josh and I approached the school entrance as the triplets headed in the same direction. It was hard not to notice the magnetism they exuded. Josh nudged me and grinned.

"Look at that, Liv. The triplets seem to be in a great mood today," he said.

I could see what he meant. The triplets were engaged in some kind of banter, which involved plenty of laughter and teasing, with Logan occasionally ruffling his brothers' hair. It was a rare sight, but it made them appear more human and approachable.

"Guess they're having a good day," I replied, keeping my distance.

The school day passed without any significant incidents. I did my best to focus on my studies, trying to push the previous day's drama to the back of my mind.

After lunch, we were all seated in class chattering. While I was busy discussing class notes with Josh, a teacher came in and Josh and I immediately fell silent. It was Mrs. Pearson, the school's Vice Principal.

"May I have your attention, please?" she called out, and the chatter among students immediately quieted down. Mrs Pearson cleared her throat before continuing.

"I have an important announcement to make," she said, "Next week, after your tests, our school has organized a special field trip for all of you."

The words "special field trip" sent a buzz of excitement through the students. Someone in the back whooped and we all laughed. Everyone began to speculate about where they might be going, hoping for something exotic and entertaining.

Mrs. Pearson raised her hand to silence the eager chatter. "Now, now, settle down, students. I'm sure you're all curious about the destination. I'm pleased to inform you that our field trip will be to

the renowned Delacroix Museum. It's a chance for all of you to explore art, history, and culture in an educational yet enjoyable setting."

There was a mixture of reactions from the students. Some seemed genuinely excited about the prospect of visiting a museum, while others exchanged less enthusiastic glances, groaning.

Helen glanced back at me and I met her gaze. She drew a finger along her throat as if she wanted to kill me. Josh saw this and moved closer to talk to me.

“Should we back out from this trip, Olivia? I don’t really feel good about it.”

“It’s fine, Josh. Mrs Pearson said earlier that the school arranged this trip. That means almost everyone will be going. I don't want to back out just because of Helen. No way I’m doing that.” I said.

“Okay, if you say so.”

The bell rang as the day drew to a close, I couldn't help but wonder what the evening at the palace would bring. Helen's threat still echoed in my mind, and I knew that I had to be on my guard.

I packed my things and headed towards the palace. Josh went with me and only left after making sure that I was in the palace. I guessed he had also felt nervous because of Helen's threats.

My work at the palace was peaceful. Sadie only groaned sometimes but she wasn’t too harsh on me. The triplets also made me work less, and that was because of the cut I had suffered the previous day. Helen was also quiet.

I went home happily but at the same time I was anxious and couldn't stop worrying about everyone's change of behavior at the palace.

The test week came around and I felt good about every test I had written. We finished our tests and it was the day for our school trip. Everyone looked so happy. Josh was on a video call with Gwen and I only said hello to her. She smiled at me and told me she had been planning on visiting Josh soon and that she hoped to meet me then. I inwardly wondered if she was like Helen or if she didn't like my relationship with Josh, but I discarded the thought. She seemed wonderful and she had no reason to worry about that.

Josh ended the call a few minutes later and we all boarded the bus. I sat beside Josh while Helen was sitting beside Lucien. She was leaning on him, pressing her breasts into his arm. I rolled my eyes.

Just then the bus stopped abruptly. I hit my head really hard and before we could all process what had happened, the rogues had surrounded our bus.