(Kaeleigh’s POV)
Morning came and I couldn’t help but feel nervous about what the day would bring. Today I would be leaving my friends, the family I grew up with, and my life. I knew that by this time tomorrow, everything would be different.
Elaina had packed the majority of my clothes but had left out a dress for me. It was a jade green skater-style sleeveless dress that had a delicate black lace pattern down one side and it brought out the green in my eyes. I left my strawberry blond hair loose and wavy as it fell halfway down my back.
I walked out of my bedroom for likely the last time and into the main apartment. Elaina, Jeremy and Jade were sitting at the table, all silently drinking their coffee. They all watched me as I walked into the kitchen and poured myself a glass of water. I turned around and looked at them as I drank. I didn’t know what to say. I don’t think they did either. I sighed and put the
(Kaeleigh’s POV)From what I knew, the Dark Moon pack was around 30 or so miles away, so it would only take us around an hour to get there. I watched the scenery out of the window as the cities gave way to the countryside. Most packs were pretty secluded away and protected from prying eyes, and around 50 minutes later, I could tell when we were getting close just by the lack of civilisation.Adam pulled into what appeared to be a private road that looked like it cut into the entrance of a mountain range. There was a tall black iron gate and a small gatehouse just inside. The gate began to open electronically, probably controlled by a guard in the gatehouse. When it had opened wide enough, Adam pulled the van through, and as we passed the gates, I felt butterflies in my stomach. This was it. We had arrived at our destination, my new home. Adam slowly drove the van past the gatehouse, stopping briefly and speaking to another guard, and
(Kaeleigh’s POV)I walked into the room with hesitation and was surprised to see Chase leaning against the back wall. He stood up and smiled at me. He made a move to step forward towards me, but I moved away from him. He stopped and looked hurt, but then nodded and stepped back again.“Welcome to the pack,” he said quietly and smiled. I forced a polite smile on my face, but I think it came out more as a grimace.The Beta closed the door and walked round to stand behind and to the right of the Alpha, his face completely expressionless now. The Alpha looked up from a file that he was reading from. “Ah, Miss Buckley,” he smiled. “Please take a seat.” He indicated another leather chair in front of his desk.I sat in the chair a
(Kaeleigh’s POV)“What offer?” My interest was piqued.“You will be assigned to work with Emmerson on the pack businesses,” he stated. I had a feeling that this was non-negotiable in his eyes, but it sure was going to be up for discussion with me. It seemed pretty suspicious that he would know about my involvement with Ezra’s and Jeremy’s business. I always made a point of not being mentioned or taking any credit for their business dealings. I just gave ideas. It was up to them to decide if they should act upon it. So for Alpha Stone to know that I was involved, no matter how small, made me cautious. Did he want me in the pack for something other than mating with his son? It would explain why he so readily agreed to my request to not be forced to complete the mate bond.
(Alpha Daniel’s POV)“Then I accept your offer.” Kaeleigh looked defiantly at me, but the look in her startling green eyes was that of defeat. I smiled and nodded.“Wise choice.” I said.I mind linked Sarah, my assistant, to send in the girl who had been waiting outside. Seconds later, there was a knock at the door.“Come in,” I called, and the door opened and a young woman walked in. She had her blond hair tied back and was wearing workout clothing that showed more of her body than it hid. She walked to the desk and bowed her head.“Alpha.”“Remind me of your name again, dear?” I queri
(Kaeleigh’s POV)“Oh, Kaeleigh?” I turned and glared at the Alpha. “Welcome to the Dark Moon Pack.”It took all the control I had not to tell him to go fuck himself, and to turn around and just leave, the smug bastard. I glanced at the Beta as I was turning and he looked like he was trying not to laugh. Well, he can go fuck himself too. Everyone in this hateful place can go fuck themselves for all I care. First chance I got, I was out of here! At least Chase had the spirit to look annoyed. I slammed the door shut in anger and Zoey jumped and looked at me in surprise. I guess I must have looked as angry as I felt because when I involuntarily glared at her, she winced and quickly averted her eyes before turning around and walking down the hall.Ah crap, first potential friend
(Kaeleigh’s POV)I stood outside Zoey’s room, willing myself to knock. I was nervous. I was never good at talking to people, but eventually I took a deep breath and knocked. And nothing. Oh! I turned to walk back to my room when I heard an excited squeal.“Kaeleigh!” Zoey had just walked round the corner with three other beautiful women. “You came. I wasn’t sure if you would.” She ran up and pulled me into a hug.“Girls, this is Kaeleigh,” she said excitedly as she swiped her card and dragged me into her room. I could see the other women exchange looks as they followed us in. Her room was, well, pink, like lots of pink, everywhere!Zoey introduced me to the three women. The petite blonde who looked like sh
(Kaeleigh’s POV)I was awed by all the people heading towards the main pack house. Families with children running around and groups of friends all laughing and smiling. There really was a buzz of excitement in the air. We walked up the stairs into the main entrance and Zoey took hold of my hand and started pulling me towards the double doors at the back, which were already open. We walked into the grand hall and I gasped in amazement. It was beautiful. The high ceilings were glass and there were fairy lights everywhere, all mixed in with white roses. The hall was huge, and the opposite wall was completely made of glass and glass doors, all of which were open, and the fairy lights continued onto a grand patio where there were tables and chairs. All the tables had candle lanterns on them and there were people milling about. Zoey grinned at me.“What?” I asked.“Nothing, you just look mesmerised. W
(Kaeleigh’s POV) I made my way off the stage as soon as it was considered polite to do so. I wanted to get away from all the staring. I made it halfway across the dance floor when I heard a familiar voice. “Kaeleigh.” I looked back to see Chase following me. I sighed and stopped and waited for him. “You did amazing,” he said once he had reached me. I smiled in response to be polite but felt conscious that people were watching us. “Thank you,” I said quietly, and he went to reach out to me, but I stepped back and he dropped his hand. “I wanted to ask if I could see you later,” he said and rubbed his hand on neck, “Maybe tomorrow?” I hesitated briefly but remembered that I said I would give him a chance, so I smiled and nodded. “Okay,” I said and then looked around. “Are you not staying at the party?” I as