The Alpha's Slave Mate

“I feel like a fool really, I never considered her mother to be a real threat to her before tonight. Perhaps

it was my male ego at play but when I discovered her station in life, I placed most of the blame on her

father. I made it clear to him this afternoon when he signed the contracts that she was mine, and that

no one was to harm her. Evidently he failed to pass along the information to his pack.” It is hard

admitting the truth to my friends. As an Alpha I am supposed to think three steps ahead of everyone.

Strategize how to keep my pack safe. Tonight, I failed.

“Your mate is very strong my friend. I am sure that with time, and distance from this place she will

become a great Luna. Lola adores her already and is looking forward to coming to your mating

ceremony. I had hoped to invite you to ours as well, but we have not set a date yet.” Marcus, Theo, and

I have started walking at a lazy pace, not really headed anywhere but too full of energy tonight to stand

still. :

“I would be honored to be at your mating ceremony, and I am sure Daphne would love to be there as

well. If you do not mind me asking why have you not set a date yet? Ido not mean to pry, but your mate

seems to love you as much as you love her.” Iam hoping that Marcus does not take offense to my

questions.

“I do believe that Lola loves me, and she has fully accepted me as her mate. We have already marked

each other, but we are having some disagreement on living arrangements. There is also the possibility

that she may be pregnant.” I look at Marcus ready to congratulate him, but the look on his face says

that he is not happy about that news. Hanging his head slightly Marcus goes on to tell us that Lola had

a boyfriend before him and that there was a possibility that she may be carrying his child. It is not

uncommon for wolves to have lovers before they find their mates. After all, in a sense we are animals.

Sex is normal in our community. It is unusual though to not be super careful about not producing pups

until you find your mate. Ihave seen a few instances of pups being born out of wedlock, but it is few and

far between. If this does happen usually the mate will adopt the pup as if it were their own.

“So, if she is pregnant, do you plan of adopting the baby?” Theo asks the question that was on my

mind. : “Probably, I mean it is what is expected. Although I have been hoping and praying that she is

not with child. Iam blessed beyond a doubt that I found her, unfortunately life has been so hectic that

we have not even had time to see a doctor to confirm whether she is or is not pregnant. I know it

sounds selfish and childish, but I want our first child to be of my blood.” I can tell that Marcus is

ashamed of his own words.

“No offense meant, but yes you are being childish.” Both Marcus and I snap our heads to look at Theo.

Theo is staring up at the sky though and does not see the shock that has registered on my face yet.

“You both are so lucky; you have your mates. Yes, there are some complications that come with both,

but they are here on Earth with you.” Marcus and I did not comment for a moment, instead we took a

minuet to reflect on Theo's words. I felt guilty that Marcus and I had been speaking freely of our mates

in front of Theo. I know that his mate's death still affects him greatly. :

“Theo you are a genius, and I apologize for speaking without thinking earlier.” Marcus is the first to

speak.

“Iam not a genius Alpha Marcus; truth be told I am just jealous. I can only imagine what it would be like

to watch Miranda’s belly swell with child.” It is not very often that Theo says her name.

“I bet she would have been beautiful.”

“I am sure she would have my friend, and I am sorry that she was taken from this world too soon. I

have heard rumors though of wolves finding a second mate, is this something you have ever

considered?” Marcus is genuinely curious as he asks Theo. °

“I have heard the rumors, but I have never met anyone that found a second mate. I do not know if I am

open to it honestly. I do not ever want to live through the pain of losing another mate if I did find one.

1am normally content with my life. In a lot of ways, I view Hannah as my daughter, I mean I! did help

raise and train her. My days are busy with the pack, and I enjoy my work.”

Theo shoots us a smile with his words. “I believe I just got overly sentimental watching you two love

birds gawk over your mates tonight.” Marcus and I both laugh at Theo's words knowing that he is trying

to lighten the mood. “Well guys thank you for tonight. I was ready to wage a war earlier, and I feel

lighter. Although I am sure that tomorrow morning will bring about another bout of rage.” My mind is

already shifting back to the meeting tomorrow morning with Alpha Jason. “If you want me to be there, I

will accompany you?” Marcus speaks up to let me know that I have his support. “It leaves a sour taste

in my mouth to know that Alpha Jason treated his own daughter as a slave.”

“Thank you Marcus I have always appreciated your friendship. I do not think that it would hurt to have

you there. I may need all the help I can get to not rip his head off. The thought of everything they did to

her makes my blood boil.” Iam seeing red just thinking about everything that Daphne may have been

subjected to. My mind goes back to her crumbled form asking me what was wrong with her.

“It would not be difficult to attack this pack. Although their home is placed strategically, their warriors do

not seem to be as disciplined as ours. I also happen to know a few of Marcus's warriors, and they are

ruthless in battle.” Theo has snapped back into his intellectual self, giving the pre-battle synapse void of

emotion.

“Let us hope that it does not come to that, although we are ready if it does.” Marcus replies to Theo’s

assessment. Although Theo is right and it would be easy to attack and dismantle this pack, I try not to

choose war if I can avoid it. There are always innocent casualties in war, no matter how carefully you

plan. I do not take pleasure in hurting people. I will try to remain political tomorrow, but I know that I will

protect Daphne with my life. While I am lost in thought we have made our way back to the door leading

into the manor house. We bid each other farewell and disperse for the evening.