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Noah's POV "Is this the last box?" Aiden asked. I looked around the room that now looks so empty and I felt my throat tighten. I feel a hand touch my shoulder giving it a gentle squeeze. "It's okay, everything will work out. And as Thaddeus said, he'll kick his ass if he does anything." Aiden said with a smile. I let out a sigh as I brought my hand up and placed it on top of his, squeezing his hand lightly. "Thank you for trying to make me feel better and for all the help." Aiden smiles at me, "Anytime." He says before turning and picking up a box. I let out a breath as I lean down and pick up the box at my foot. I glance back one more time before walking out of the room. Both Thaddeus and Michael wanted to help me, but I sure as hell wasn't letting that Alpha jerk help me. And I wasn't ready to see Thaddeus, so I asked Aiden. I've gotten so close to Aiden in these short two weeks we've had since I met him. He's definitely a little more on the quiet side, but he's slowly op
Noah's POV I look at the restaurant as we walk toward the door, and roll my eyes at Michael's lame attempt at chivalry, when he holds the door open for me. As we enter the restaurant the first thing that stands out is the lady behind the hostess stand wearing way too much makeup. She looks up, and her face lights up the moment her eyes land on Michael. She plaster's on the biggest smile, leaning forward so her breasts are more visible than they already were. She's practically drooling as Michael approaches her "Hi, handsome!" She said, her eyes raking over his body. "Is it just the two of you boys tonight?" She asked, not once looking at me so I'm not sure how she knows I'm there. "Yes, just the two of us." The asshole said, smiling at her. She quickly grabs two menus, then flashes another smile at Michael, still completely ignoring the fact that I'm there. "Right this way, handsome!" She says and she sways her hips while walking in front of us. It's extremely obvious that sh
Michael's POV I was so happy Thaddeus finally agreed to let me bring my mate home. These last 2 weeks I have been in absolute hell. I haven't been able to sleep, and I haven't had an appetite, so I have hardly been eating. My face is sunken in, and I have dark circles around my eyes. My body is constantly aching and the headaches are unbearable. And when I could sleep, I would wake up with night sweats, completely soaked. Ryder and Anders have been concerned. Ryder is my Beta and Anders is my 3rs in command and lead warrior. They have been so worried about me and try to get me to eat. They took turns, trying to keep me company and trying to get me to talk. But of course, that would only make me mad, I didn't want their company, I wanted Noah's! I haven't been able to focus, which means I haven't been able to get any pack work done, and it's piling up. My wolf has been miserable, constantly whining and crying, trying to get me to go get our mate. Of course, this did nothing to hel
Aiden's POV It was a beautiful day as I was walking to the orphanage. I was almost there when I suddenly began to feel the most intense fear and panic from Noah's link. It felt worse than when we found him in his room without Michael. That was the first time I ever felt him, that's how Thaddeus knew to go help. I can't feel everyone like this, only when the emotion is extremely strong like I'm feeling right now. It's only happened with three people, Noah being one of them. I immediately tried to push on the link. I could feel the link open, but he wasn't responding. Afraid for Noah, I quickly tried Thaddeus, pushing on his link. But just like the last few days, he's not in our territory, and his walls are up, blocking the link. Frustrated, I tried Noah again, pushing on the link and thankfully this time, he responded. To say I was relieved he was okay would be an understatement. I care so much for Noah, we got so close in those two weeks. I love Noah just like I love Xander and
Thaddeus's POV I sit here with my head down, and my eyes closed as I pinch the bridge of my nose, trying to calm myself down. I was scared, I didn't know what he was doing when I couldn't get a hold of him. "I, I'm sorry, I'm new at this!" He said, his voice cracking as if he was crying. I opened my eyes when I heard his words, just to see a picture landing in my lap. I quickly put my hand on it, so it doesn't fall to the floor. I look up and see the retreating back of Aiden as he runs away. I can hear the sniffles from here. I grab the picture and flip it over and my stomach drops... An ultrasound! I've been so busy all day, I completely forgot today was our first ultrasound and I missed it. He had to go to our first ultrasound alone... How can I be so stupid, fuck! I rub my hand down my face, angry with myself. I can't believe I just yelled at him and made him cry. I've never done that before! What the fuck is wrong with me?! I turn around and enter the elevator again to h
Noah's POVOh my gosh, I need coffee! I thought as I walked down the stairs like a zombie, before walking around the first floor, desperately trying to remember where the damn kitchen is!Ah, finally! I quickly walk over and throw a K-Cup in then hit the strongest setting. I tap my fingers impatiently as I stare at my cup, that's slowly filling with heavenly black gold.I scoop it up quickly and bring the cup to my nose taking a big whiff of the heavenly scent. "Ahhh," I say, letting out an exaggerated sigh.I hear someone laugh behind me and quickly look over my shoulder to see Alpha Jerk standing there looking amused."Someone likes coffee!" Michael said in an amused tone. "Don't talk to me until I've had my coffee!" I said.I open the fridge moving all the stupid stuff around frantically looking for the cream. "Found it!" I said, as soon as I saw the beautiful container of coffee cream. "Yes!" I said as I quickly pulled it out of the fridge. I could have fist pumped, happy that I
Michael's POV I was furious that he was talking back and arguing with me. I'm the alpha, and he's my mate. What I say goes! Simple as that! There should be no arguing back. My wolf was pissed that our mate was disrespecting us. He was fighting to get out and put him in his place. As angry as I was, I knew it wouldn't be good if Max came out. He was fighting me so hard, I could feel my body trembling as I tried to keep him back. I felt it slipping as I struggled to pull our Alpha aura back that Max was pushing out onto Noah. Unfortunately, I felt myself being pushed back as Max succeeded in coming forward and took control. All I could do was watch, as if I was in the back seat of a car. Max stood there, watching Noah. I could see how terrified Noah was as he slowly backed away from Max. I watched him become even more terrified when he realized he was backed into a corner, and trapped. I struggled for control again as I watched Max slowly approach Noah until he was right in front
*** ⚠️ Trigger Warning! ⚠️ *** Michael's POV 'Ok, here we go!' I thought as I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. I open my eyes and lean forward, placing my clasped hands on the desk. "Noah, this is your last chance. Please don't make me force you to talk." I said and his eyes widened. "What do you mean, make me?" He asked. I can hear how nervous he is, and I already hate that it's coming to this. "If you don't tell me on your own, I will be forced to make you. I am an Alpha, after all, I can make you." I say, hating that I have to threaten him, but hoping I don't have to actually do this, and he'll tell me on his own. "What, you've got to be kidding me!" Noah said, and I could see the fear rising. "You- you can't do that!" He panicked. "Noah, I don't want to do this, but I will if I have to," I said. "You fucking bastard!" He yells as he stands up. I can tell he's getting ready to run and know I need to do something before he runs. 'Shit!' I thought to myself. "Noah