"Blast that mate of mine," I thought, as I stormed the hall with a fuming face. Who does he think he is? What right does he have to kiss me and just leave me all high and empty? Who even gave him the permission to kiss me? Or is that how he goes about kissing girls casually?
Calm down, girl, you shouldn't think so low of our mate. He looks like someone of reputable character. Kiayra provided from where she was lying. I rolled my eyes at her words. Of course, she will find no fault with him. He is practically an angel in her sight. That shits rainbows and all that stuff.
I ignored her and continued my rant, marching briskly to my room. I was so agitated that once an incoming member spotted me, he or she would try their best to avoid me. I didn’t want to scare people away, so I decided to tone it down.
You can do it, Belle. Take a deep breath. ‘In’ I followed her lead and took a deep breath, 'and out' I let it out slowly, closing my eyes.
"Thanks girl, you are a lifesaver. What would I do without you?"
Nothing
I got to my room and lay on the bed trying to process everything that had just happened. It all happened in a flash, and the fact that I had a mate, a handsome one at that, didn’t occur to me. Oh my god! I have a mate! I have finally found him!
I picked up my phone that I left on the table and went online. It is time I knew who the moon goddess has finally blessed me with. I only knew his name, "Richard," I called out. It sounds so masculine and sexy and very moanable.
I know he is an Alpha and he is from a pack in Europe, but that information is too little. I need to know more. My heart was beating as I typed his name in the search bar and pressed enter. And apparently there are a lot of Alpha bearing Richard, so I narrowed it down to Alpha Richard from Europe.
I was actually thinking of asking on Twitter because someone will definitely know him and will have some information about him. But my possessive side won’t even process that thought before others start getting ideas and start going for mine. I haven’t been one to share what is mine, and it wouldn’t change now. It would just end in a blood bath, and it wouldn't be mine.
I typed the keywords in the search button; I didn’t need to look too far to find what I was looking for. Boldly written on the front page was my man, I mean, mate. His full name is Richard Wilson. He was the Alpha of a moderately sized pack in Alton, Hampshire, South East England. He turned 28 last month and he has been ruling his park since he was 22 after his dad died.
He did a good job on his pack because when I checked his pack, I was amazed at what they had accomplished. Their defense is second to none and they hold the position of the seventh most powerful pack in Europe. And that is quite an achievement compared to the numerous packs we have scattered across that continent.
Out of curiosity, pure curiosity, I checked his images and wow, I was impressed. He is one fine specimen of a specimen. He was carefully created on a Sunday, as most people would say.
I was still busy stalking my mate when I heard a knock on the door and my mom came in with hurried steps. I quickly closed the tab I was on and sat up to face her.
"What is this I am hearing that you have been scaring people?" She questioned me, her eyes searching for any sign that would indicate what I was feeling.
My face must have been puzzled because she continued. "You keep forgetting that you are an Alpha’s daughter and whatever you do will definitely spread around. Words were going round that you were angry and the anger was overwhelming for the omegas." She dragged the reading chair towards me and sat down.
"I wasn’t aware that my energy was affecting them. I am sorry." I bowed my head in apology.
She waved me off and smiled, "I have taken care of it. Now what or who is making my favorite daughter angry?"
"I am your only daughter and I found my mate."
"Of course, you are and also my favorite. Wait, what? What did you just say?" She asked, her eyes almost bulging out of her sockets. "I heard you the first time, but what? When? Where? how? Who is he? Is he in our pack? Do I know him?" She fired the question rapidly at me. I couldn’t help it. I burst out in laughter at the look on my mom’s face.
"This isn’t a laughing matter, young lady, and you can’t just drop the bomb like that. I am still trying to comprehend this." She put a bottle of water on the table and gulped it down before she faced me again. "Now spill, I want to know everything, from the beginning to the end. When did this happen?"
"It happened not too long ago." I opened my mouth and told her everything that had occurred to this moment. "—and that was why I was fuming." I downloaded everything for my mom.
"That was really something else. It is so sweet but not as beautiful as your dad and I," she said in a dreamy voice. Alright, that is it. I have to stop her before she starts her tales of how she met my dad when she was in school, how they were so in love and blah, blah, blah.
"I know, you and dad are the most perfect couple with the most clichéd storyline. He was so fine; you fell in love and all that. I really don’t want to hear it again." I surmised.
She chuckled softly as she continued, "Alright, I am going to spare you the details of our wonderful love story, so tell me, is he fine?"
"You are too old for that, Mom," I shrieked as I called her out.
"Oh please," she waved me off, "I may be old, but I was once young and I know all these things. Besides, I only want the best for my lovely, beautiful daughter. Only the best for my best." She winked as she nudged me. During the course of our talk, she had come to sit beside me on the bed to get a better experience of the story.
"So, tell me, is he hot? Well, he should be considering all Alpha's are," she mused.
That's the thing about werewolf society; only the best for the best, as my mother correctly stated. There are different levels in our society; we have the Alphas, Betas, Gammas, Omegas, and the in-betweens. The alphas are at the top of the food chain and also the pack leaders, while the omegas are at the bottom and the rest follow suit.
The moon goddess has made it in such a way that the Alpha has the best trait in order to keep producing the best offspring. They are natural leaders; they are tall, handsome, or beautiful (whatever the case may be). They are strong and brave. And with it, the positive characteristics that one may possess. But they tend to have one disadvantage. They can be quite proud and egotistical.
"He sure damn is."
"Language!" she instantly chided. It is almost like a reflex now where I cuss and she immediately rebukes me.
"Sorry mum… so as I was saying, he is so handsome." My mind flashed back to the wonderful work of art called my mate. "He is drop-dead gorgeous, absolutely breathtaking, and just so-" I erupted into a squeal as I tried to find more words to just describe that fine specimen of mine.
My mom gave me a look that said, ‘Is she okay?’ But you can’t blame me. It is my moment, so I am allowed to behave in any way I see fit.
"He is an Alpha in Hampshire. I don’t think you will know him though."
"No, I don’t think so, but your dad should." She replied and got up from the bed. While I would love to continue this chat, we have a lot of things to do in preparation for their departure, and we have already wasted time talking. "No offence to your mate."
"None taken." I also got up from the bed and followed her out to where they were staying.
We were walking in the hallways when she suddenly asked, "So will you be leaving with him when he goes now or will he stay here for a while?"
"Leave?" I questioned it strangely. Why would I leave when this is my home? "No, I am not leaving. Why would you ask that?"
"Wouldn’t you be going with your mate? Or do you plan to stay here forever? He has a pack to lead, and you will need to be by his side as Luna." She explained
My feet came to a stop as I addressed the issue. It has never occurred to me that I would have to leave. I mean, I know, but I didn’t just remember.
"No, I am not going."
Is this going to be a problem? Isabella doesn't want to go with her mate. Let me know what you think. Sannelle.
"No, I am not going." I protested vehemently. My mother looked at me like I had grown two heads. "What do you mean, young lady?" I stated that I would not be attending. I won’t be going to a strange place with someone I have barely known for a day. "I don’t care if he is my mate and the moon goddess has ordained it. I need to at least get to know him and fall in love with him before I go to be with him." "Don’t worry, I understand that everything is coming at once and it can be quite overwhelming, but you will soon get used to it." My mother tried to reassure me. "No!" I screamed out, my voice echoing through the halls. I am probably sure that the whole hall heard me, but I do not care. There is no way in hell I am going to agree to that. "You will lower your voice this minute, young lady, or else..." My mum trails off, leaving her sentence unfinished for me to imagine what she would do if I didn’t comply. "The Alphas are still in a meeting, and I am pretty sure they can hear you
And there goes the bomb "I have come to take you home." I saw red. What does he mean by ‘he has come to take me home?’ I don’t understand. Is this not my home, or have I spent the past 20+ years living elsewhere? "Don't get me wrong mate, I can see the wheels turning in your beautiful head. I don’t mean to offend you or anything like that." He was quick to correct me. "As you know, I am the Alpha of my pack and I have been away for too long. I have a responsibility back there, and I would like you to lead alongside me as my Luna. You will grow to love it there and it will be your new home." With two strides, he was close to me, so close that I could feel his breath on me. He held me close and continued, "I know that leaving behind everything and moving to a new place can be very difficult. But I promise to be with you at every step of the way. And, of course, you are always welcome to visit your family anytime." I found myself melting at his soft words, unable to fight again. I was
I woke up as early as 4 am on Sunday morning to prepare for the long flight ahead. I have already packed everything I was going to need. I will be carrying only the essentials, and they fit into two boxes. I had a big suitcase with me and a small handbag. My mum even packed some spices and ingredients for me, in case I needed a taste of home. It's strange how tomorrow I'll be a Luna of the Blue Crescents rather than a Ravenwood pack member. My family all accompanied me to the airport. My mum was quietly sniffing, trying without fail to hold back her tears in front of the car. We arrived at the airport, and I went to get checked in for my flight and my luggage. It will be a one-way flight and it will take me to Southampton International Airport, and lucky me, it will be first class. We were all sitting in the waiting area when I heard a ping go off. It was from my phone. I opened it and quickly scanned the content and hissed. It read. I am so sorry I haven’t been able to reach you.
I woke up with a dull pain in my head. I lazily massaged my temples, feeling a little bump there. Something is wrong. I can just feel it. I raised my nose in the air, taking a big whiff of the air. The air is heavy and damp, pressing against my skin like a clammy shroud. Where am I? Most importantly, whose bed am I lying on? The velvety sheet that was pressed against my skin felt like heaven. I could just lie here forever. I, with much displeasure, peel my eyes open, rubbing away the sleep fogging my vision with my fingers. The scent of freshly baked pastries filled my nostrils. I could hear faint whispers around me. I looked towards the windows, which were covered by flowery drapes. This should be the pack house, but is this Richard’s room? I raised my nose to the air again, sniffing. It isn’t Richard. The citrus scent Richard has is so faint that it is almost non-existent. The soft chime from the grandfather clock interrupted my thoughts. 9 a.m. Wait, what? 9 a.m?? A gasp made its
"This," he gestured to the three-story building we were standing besides, "is the pack house. The Alpha and the beta stay here. Other pack members are also welcome here. But he/she must contribute to the maintenance of the place." "I see." "The training center and the gym are just behind the pack house. I don’t know if you noticed, but the pack’s school is the first building you will see as you enter the pack. The pack hospital is also located at the entrance of the pack. The buildings you see scattered around are houses belonging to pack members. And that is all." He said, scanning the environment. I looked up at him in disbelief. What the hell? "What sort of half-assed tour is this? I said 'a tour,' and that means actually walking around the pack showing me places PHYSICALLY, not just saying it." A light chuckle escaped his mouth at my little rant, "There is really nothing to see here, just bunches of-" "I don’t care," I interjected rudely, "I would still like to go. And if you
"Why the fuck are you here?" He furiously mouthed the words at me. His light brown eyes were so dark now that they seemed black. Rolling my eyes, I continued digging into my food, making sure to chew each morsel thoroughly. I could still feel his eyes drilling into me. If looks could kill, I would be six feet under now. A devious plan came to my mind and I smiled as the wheels in my mind began to turn. Let us see how he will ignore me now. Taking a forkful of the pudding, I immediately began to hatch my plans. Looking at his face, I cut a piece of the sausage and stabbed it with the fork. And, without breaking eye contact... "A-ah," I let out a soft moan as I carefully transferred the sausage to my mouth. The meal was really kicking in now. The flavor burst into my mouth as I chewed the bacon-wrapped sausage. His light-brown eyes flashed gold almost immediately, in response to my moans. He licked his lips as his eyes followed my throat as I swallowed, hungrily taking me in. "What a
I didn’t register what was going on until I felt his lips on me. He was kissing me! Richard was kissing me! I was having my first kiss! My mind was on overdrive; the fact that Richard was kissing me was making all my senses go haywire. The kiss wasn’t like what I usually read; it wasn’t forceful or harsh. No, his mouth glided over mine like butter melting. The feeling of his mouth on mine made me close my eyes as I started getting into the kiss. He squeezed my ass again, although much harder than before, and I let out a gasp. He used that opportunity to thrust his tongue into my open mouth, tasting all of me. My hands moved to rest on his neck, gripping him tightly. His tongue dove into mine, clashing with mine, trying to fight for dominance, but I had nothing but submission to give. I was a piece of putty in his hands, merely a mouse to this piper. What started soft and tender began to get heated as our tongues clashed against each other, our hands exploring each other in a frantic
Already getting tired of being cooped up all day in his room, I made for the door, shutting it with a click. I came out, making sure to look both ways in case of a passerby. I wouldn’t want to start a controversy even before I was introduced to the pack. I made my way to the stairs, taking them two at a time. I was just basically going anywhere my steps led me, and if I was lucky, I was hoping to bump into Harry. I got to the first floor and decided to take a look, but immediately I looked inside the corridor, I had a change of heart. The hall was filled with people, mostly teenagers and young people roaming about. It was loud, with music blasting from one room, a complete contrast to the Alpha’s wing. I wasn’t going to risk it, so I moved on. On getting to the ground floor, I made my way to the refrigerator to get a drink, feeling energized as I gulped the cold liquid. Following the scent of chicken to the kitchen (get it, chicken, kitchen), I got to where they were preparing food.