“No.” I said firmly.
“I must insist. Yo-” the doctor stepped forward
“You touch me with that needle and I won’t be the only one with a concussion.” I threatened.
“I saw your tattoo. You can’t be afraid of needles.” Janine said. Damn, I had a massive tattoo of my wolf on my back. She was pure white, which is a symbol of royalty.
“What is your tattoo of?” Axel asked.
“Nothing and no I’m not afraid of needles. I do not want you to test my blood. I am fine. I just need sleep. I’ll stay up the the hour and then I’ll be okay. Thank you all for checking on me but I could use some quiet.” I said firmly.
“I can stay with you...” Nova offered but her heart wasnt in it. She needed to figure things out with Axel.
“No, you need to spend some quality time with Axel.” I said patting her hand.
“I’ll stay with Ms. Peterson.” Paul offered.
“No, everyone out. There is a few things I need to discuss with Me. Peterson.” Waylon said. Paul, Axel, Nova and the doctor all walked out. “You too.” Waylon said to Jasmine. She looked hurt but didn’t argue as she stomped out.
“You don’t have to stay. I’m a big girl “
“What did you mean by pain in your lips.”
“When you kiss her. My lips feel like they are on fire. I can feel it all.”
“I see.”
“Can you not feel my pain?”
“Not in the moment.” Waylon admitted.
“You could just reject me and we can go out seperate ways.” I offered. Being here was a new form of hell I didn’t need.
“That mean you will tell me your real name?”
“Who said Charlotte isn’t my name?”
“You do. Every time this gets brought up, you panic.”
I closed my eyes. “Just let me do my job and I’ll leave and you will never hear from me again.”
“Maybe I can help?”
“My past isnt looking for me. I’m dead to them and I’ll keep it that way.”
“By keeping your picture off the internet?” Waylon asked.
“My problems arent yours.”
“As long as you are under my roof and danger could be knocking at my door, it is my problem. You brought two enemies to my front door and I have the right to know what is going on.” Waylon was getting mad.
“As my mate or as an Alpha? You arent my Alpha since I am your mate, your aura won’t work on me.”
“Dammit woman!” Waylon slammed his fist down. The loud noise hurt my ears. I flinched from it.
“You don’t want me, just leave.” My eyes were still closed but I knew he got up and walked out, shutting the door quietly behind him. I knew I needed to stay awake so I grabbed my sketch book and a pencils. It was the only person item I owned. I don’t really have personal attachment to it. I bought a new one each place I had to move. Going out to the balcony, I sat down and started sketching. After awhile, I started humming the only song I could remember my mom singing to me. Mocking bird. That is what I was sketching when I felt eyes on me. Looking into the trees, I didnt see anyone but I knew he was there. My body could feel his.
There was a sudden pain on my neck. She was kissing his neck. I cried out before quickly running inside and jumping into bed. The pain didnt stop.
Waylon pov
“Waylon? Where are you going?” Jasmine’s annoying voice rang in my ears. Has it always been this annoying?
I couldn’t do it. After finding Charlotte, Jasmine didnt look the same. Ive always thought she was the most beautiful woman ive ever seen. Even wilder in the sheets but she doesnt hold us against Charlotte. Charlotte is bustier, more curves and had muscle. Her long deep brown hair framed her perfect face. The way she held herself caught my attention.
“I need some air.” Grabbing a pair of shorts, I walked out of my room. I didnt realize where I was walking until I was standing in front of Charlotte’s room. These rooms weren’t sound proof so I could hear her angry sobs and feel her pain. She truly could feel me touching Jasmine. I knew the mate bond was intense but I didn’t realize that was a thing. I mean, I knew it but it never registered what it meant.
My hand hovered above the door knob but in the end, I walked to my office. As much as my body screamed to mate with Charlotte, I couldn’t. Not when I knew she was hiding something. She even admited it.
Walking into my office, there was a report on my desk. It was the background check I ordered for both girls. Nova or Carolyns was on top. Whoever set up this fake identity did an amazing job. If I didn’t know her real name, I would think this was accurate. However, her check on real name checked out. Her dad was a massive SOB that killed his own mate. I could totally see why she ran away. I have a reputation for being ruthless but I don’t mistreat woman. Especially those who have been hurt. Since she os Axel’s mate, we will defend her honor if need be. I’ll have to speak with Axel but we will need to get ahead of this.
Next was Charlotte’s background check. What Jasmine said was true. She did graduate at the top of her class and a year early. She was incredibly smart. When I saw her name and design, I was drawn to it. If I didnt know better, I would think this background check was complete and accurate.
Standing up I poured myself a glass of bourbon.
She freaked out about her blood. Why would she be so against getting it tested? What’s worse is Paul. He has already shown his innate feelings to protect his Luna. Even subconsciously he knows who she is.
I felt when she hit her head and when he treated her wound. That was the only reason why I suggested we look for her. I used the excuse she might be lost. Jasmine didnt know the difference. Just thought she was hired help so she jumped on helping her. In the past, any woman that has shown any interest in me, Jasmine has shut down... Hard. Thats why ive kept her around. She is the strongest female and up until the other day was the sexiest. Now I couldn’t even get it up.The drink was helping. I was getting tired but I couldn’t go back into my room. Even though I never allowed Jasmine to offically move in, she was still naked in my bed.
Grabbing a blanket, I laid down on my couch and was asleep, dreaming about Charlotte in minutes.
My alarm went off on my watch. I didnt get nearly enough sleep and the kink in my neck reminded me that I slept on the couch. Right when I sat up, a knock sounded on my door.Tossing the blanket to the side, I got up and sat in my chair. “Come in.”
Axel walking in. His eyes went to the couch and the empty glass on the coffee table. “Want to talk about it?”
“No.” I said. I was aware of hoe grumpy I sounded but I didnt care. “I got the reports back.” I tossed him Nova’s report only.
He looked over both of them before setting them down. “Basically everything she told me last night. Except I could have done without those pictures.” There was a total of five pictures. All different ages and all different cuts and brusies. The last one was when she was 18 and by far the worst.
“We will need to get ahead of this. Depending what damage control I can do, she may not need to sell her buisness.” How these two woman build a life for themselves while on the run is beyond me.
“What do you think?” Axel asked.
“I’ll call Alpha James and tell him we found his daughter and she is mated with my beta so she will be staying here. I’ll need you two yo complete the mate bond so they can’t try to force you apart.”
“If he doesn’t care?”
“Then my warriors won’t be so restless anymore.”
“Good.”
“I need to go. I’m taking Charlotte and Jasmine to the building sight to finalize the plans.”
“Is there something going on between you two?” Axel asked.
I paused. Should I tell him? Probably not. If we reject each other I don’t want that information out there. I just knew Charlotte would take it to her grave. It’s Nova I needed to worry about. I could see it in her eyes she knew. “No.”
“I didnt ask which girl I was referring to.” Axel said with a smile, looking at the blanket.
“Fuck off.” I said as I walked out of the room and Axel’s stupid laughte.
Going back to my room, I could still smell Jasmine even though she wasn’t in here. I let out a breath I didnt realize I was holding. After a quick shower, I put on gym shorts and a tank. I’ll be working with my warriors today in anticipation that phone call wont go how I planned.
Walking back out to my office, I made it to the stairs when I smelled her. My dick instantly twitched smelling the lilac and fresh rain. As soon as I turned the corner, I knew she smelled me too by how stiff her back was. She was wearing loose dress shirts and a silk shirt. I could barely see a little but of her tattoo going up her neck. My interest was peaked last night. However, the dream I had was me pounding in her from behind but her tattoo was blurred. It was maddening not knowning what it was.
“You can show up in time.” My voice still sounded grumpy. I guess I was.
“And without coffee stains.” I had to work st not smiling at her cheekiness. Turning around, she tooth my breath away. Her face was passive and beautiful but her heart and anxiety riddled body said otherwise. How is love you make her relax under me.
My thoughts instantly vanished as Jasmine came into view. She had a smile on her face but her eyes said she was still hurt over me leaving her last night.
“Oh good! Are you ready to see the location?”
“Yes, ma’am.” Charlotte said politely. She didn’t need to say ma’am but she was selling this act.
“Wonderful! The golf cart is out front.” I let the ladies go first. My eyes stayed on the ceiling as we pasted the foyer. The golf cart was a four seater. I got in the driver’s seat as Jasmine sat beside me and Charlotte in the back. We rode in silence the ten minute drive until we can to the location. My pack was massive and even had our own town. I was looking for ways to grow and holding high profile events with the security I could offer would be great for my pack.
“Here we are.” I said. Both women got out. Charlotte immediatly walking around. She pulled out a tape measure and started making notes.
I sat against the cart and watched her work as Jasmine tried to Guild her. For the most part, Charlotte was humoring her. Charlotte wrote down what Jasmine was requesting as well as putting her ideas our there. Jasmine basically nixed her ideas. I thought they were well thought out but Jasmine didnt care or take her professional opinion.
More than once, I saw Charlotte bite her lips from speaking out and even rolled her eyes behind Jasmines back. I found it all comical. More than once, Charlotte glared at me. She could feel my laughter at her expense.
Finally, they were done. Charlotte had a smile on her face but she was feeling so much annoyance I was impressed. The only thing that gave her away was her garden cheeks. I watched her toned legs stomp toward me. Jasmine was clueless to all of this.
“I think we got a great start.” Jasmine beamed as she climbed in. “The bones were good if your design and with some adjustments, it will be perfect.”
Charlotte took a deep breath and closed her eyes. She was controlling her emotions so well that I was suspicious. How could she do that? If it was me, I would had exploded on the person bt now. Axel told me what he felt but he said it only lasted a second and he wasn’t sure after she expertly denied it. To make him feel it, she needed to be an Alphas daughter. The problem was, all missing children looked nothing like her.
“Alpha Waylon, is there a place I can work? I need to spread out my designs and my room isnt quite big enough.” Charlotte asked me as I pulled up to the pack house.
“Yes. You can use the small conference room. I think you will find that adequate.” I said.
“I’ll show her where it is.” Paul stepped forward. He was getting on my nerves but he was acting on instinct and I couldn’t fault him for that.
I just grumbled as I walked away. Going straight to my office and slamming the door shut. As soon as I sat down, my door flew open.
“What the hell, Waylon?” Jasmine stormed in looking pissed.
“What your tone.” I warned her.
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“What happened last night? Why are you being so distant?” Her eyes filled with tears.What was I suppose to say? “I need some space to decide where the future of this pack lies. There are things happening you do not know about and are not privileged to know. Despite you telling everyone I promised you the luna spot, when I did not.” “I thought you loved me?” “That has nothing to do with the situation I am facing. Please leave so I can do some work.” I dismissed her. She ran out of the room crying. Almost knocking Nova over in the process. “What was that about?” Axel asked. They came into the office and sat down. “I didn’t tell her about your situation and told her she isn’t privileged to know.” I said bluntly and shrugged. “Before I make this call, are you guys prepared to complete the mate bond?” They both looked at each other. “Yes.” Nova answered. “You will need to mate tonight and I will need to make you an official member. Right now.” “Right now?” Nova asked. “Yes. I nee
Waylon pov ”What the fuck do you think you are doing?” I yelled at Jasmine. “I was advertising our building! Getting a head start!” Jasmine defended herself. “Its not our building. It’s mine. And it was never a government building. Who gave you permission to contact the news? Who do you think you are to do whatever you please? You are on probation. You do not to get make decisions, now get out of my sight!” Jasmine came running out of Waylons office crying. I managed to stay hidden until she was gone. However, Waylons door was still open. “You got the report? Good, email it to me, now!” He sounded pissed. Taking a deep breath, I knocked on the open door to get his attention. He looked up, his eyes were still full of rage. “Here is what you asked for. You can write whatever you want differently on the sides. I will call the contractors tomorrow and have it started. I will be packing my bag and leaving first thing in the morning.” I turned to leave. “Stop.” Waylon said firmly.
Waylon didnt answer me as he sat down. Leaning back in his chair, he held his chin in his hand. The silence wad awkward. It felt like the weight of the world was on my shoulders. I just sat there and picked at my fingernails. It was my word against my uncle, who is now the king. I didn’t want to be royal, I just wanted to design buildings and live the quiet life. There was very little chance that would happen now. “Listen, I am just going to-” I started talking, trying to break the silence but Waylon interrupted me. “You will be on house arrest until I decide what to do.” He said firmly. “Excuse me?” There was a fire that started burning in the pit of my stomach when he said that. “I dont need to explain myself. You will be escorted to a room on my floor where I can keep an eye on you.” My eyes narrowed at him. “Actually, you do. I out rank you and I’m not against doing what I need to do to get out of here. I have not spent my entire life learning to live on my own for my own
“Can you do it?” Knock! Knock! “Come in.” I said looking at Axel. “It will be tough but I can try.” Axel looked unsure. Paul walked in. “You needed to see me, Alpha.” Standing up, I walked over to him. “You know Charlotte is my mate.” It was a statment, not a question.Panic flashed briefly. He already feels loyalty to her. “Alpha?” “I command you to forget she is my mate.” I watch the shock run through him until the command took affect. His eyes glazed over and then went back to normal. “Thank you, that is all.” He was confused but didnt push. Since I made him forget, in his mind, I asked him to come to my office and then asked him to leave. As soon as he shut the door, Axel was on my ass. “Seriously, dude?”Sitting back in my chair, I saw Charlotte had went to the couch and laid in the fetal position. They way her body shook, I knew she was crying. I could still feel her resentment, anger and how scared she was. “I have to know the truth.” Axel stood up and rubbed the bac
Ding! The sound made me jump. Where did that come from? Suddenly, a metal door next me to opened up, revealing a large plate of eggs, sausage and fresh toast. The door was so tiny that no human could fit in it. Sticking my head in it, it was just a metal box so I couldnt even see up the shaft. My stomach rumbled at the sight of food. Eating who keep my stanima up and help my hand. I made the mistake of grabbing the plate with my hurt hand. “Ooooowwww!!” I yelled as I dropped the plate. The food went everywhere as I held my hand against my chest. I felt more anger at myself but cussing out Waylon helped too. Now I am picking strambled eggs off the floor and my breakfast is ruined. Putting it back in the metal box, I just walked back to my chair. Surely, Waylon would have felt my pain? 15 fucks hours later, still no fucking Waylon. I was going insane in this room. I didn’t have my phone, no computer, or no pen or pencils. I’ve been toying around with an idea but I hadnt had the co
Charlotte POV “I’m taking a shower.” Waylon stated before going into the bathroom. I heard the lock click and was almost offended. Did he really think I was going to just in there and fuck him in the shower? I did want to shower, myself but not with him. Sighing, I sat down on the couch. My heart was racing too much. I couldn’t believe I was actually giving him a chance to help me. It went against everything I prided myself on. After what felt like hours, I couldn’t sit there anymore. Standing up, I started walking around, looking at the pictures on the wall. A younger version of him with who I assumed was his parents, standing on the beach. Another of just him holding a trophy. Then he was older with his arm around a couple guys. Next one was him standing by a girl with his arm around her shoulders. “That’s my sister, before you get too jealous.” Waylons voice scared me as I jumped back. “Damn, don’t do that!” I snapped at him. ‘“Don’t be so jumpy.” “Excuse me? I have been
Waylon POVAxel somehow managed to get his hands on the files. “There it is. The entire file.” Slapping the thick folder on my desk. “Damn.” I said as I opened it. At the same time, my office door flew open. Jessica stormed in before I could say anything. “The fuck is wrong with you?” Her eyes looked murderous as she tossed me my phone. I was completed bewildered as I looked at it. “What? Something wrong with my phone? Is that why she isn’t responding?” “You are so stupid Waylon Jenkins! Look at your messages!” Glancing at Axel, he shrugged as I opened my phone. The first thing to show was messages from Jasmine. “Hey sexy, I’m going shopping, need anything?”“Cant wait for our usually Friday date night!”“I decided to forgive you. The love we share is too great to let something that silly get in the way.” I got five more all along those lines. Each one left on read. I saw red and by the time I got to the end, I threw my phone against the wall, shattering it. “Fucking damnit
“What are you going to do?” I asked. “What do you mean?” Jessica asked. “You can’t fight the royals. That would mean you take them to court. That they fiance.” I reminded them. “We can’t not look into this.” Jessica pushed. I could tell she felt strongly about this. “Look, you gave me what I needed. Closure that I didn’t do this, that it was set up, but you can’t possibly think you could win against the royals.” Dropping the papers, I put sone distance between myself and them. The three of them looked at me... Almost defeated. They knew they couldn’t win. “Don’t you want to be free of this? To not hide anymore? Not look over your shoulder every second?” Jessica had tears in her eyes. She had no idea. “Not at the expense of this pack.” Shaking my head violently. I can’t get attached. I needed to stay strong and closed off. Taking a deep breath, I continued. “Thank you for this, Axel but I do not want to move forward. I want to just reject each other and move in to the next city.