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Chapter 55 - ZANDER
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2022-09-27 18:48:34
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Alpha Zander   Chapter 56 - ASHLEIGH
I psyched myself way too much by the time we arrived in front of the packhouse. Zander tried to help calm me down, but my nerves got the best of me in the end. I kept replaying everything that happened last night, and one thing stuck out, the supposed reason why Uncle banished me from the pack. Charwood hadnât had a Luna for over a decade. So, of course, naturally, I was worried about so many different things. With such a high expectation, my brain went in overloaded. What if the pack doesn't like me? What if his father didnât like me? What if more of his exes show up and try to challenge me? Would they accept me because I was from Liverpool and not a part of their pack? So many possibilities were swirling around my head. I panicked and froze until Zander opened the car door and brought me into a tight hug, kissing me gently, trying to reassure me. Every time he does something like this, he surprises me, making my heart ache for him and making me fall in love with him all
āļāļĢāļąāļāļāļĢāļļāļāļĨāđāļēāļŠāļļāļ : 2022-10-03Alpha Zander   Chapter 57 - ZANDER
âYouâre welcomeâ, Danni links me, smirking as I pull Ashleigh in a tight grip trying to regain control. Thankfully, our bond and her scent are the only things helping me not to lose my shit right now. âFor what? Pissing off my wolf in front of everyone?â I snap back. And, of course, he rolls his eyes but still has his hands up in surrender as Jace glares at him. The fucking little twat knows too much. I swear I wouldn't put up with him if he werenât my Beta or best friend. Donât get me wrong, he knows how to push my boundaries, and no one else can pull the same shit he does. Even Eric won't, and we have known each other since we were in diapers. But without Danni, Iâd be a lost cause. I honestly don't think there is anyone who could replace him. âJace, itâs ok, he was just saying hello,â Ashleigh whispers, bringing her hand to my chin, softly stroking me and leaning in closer, trying to get Jace to give me back control. If only she knew how much of an ass Danni can be. That's o
āļāļĢāļąāļāļāļĢāļļāļāļĨāđāļēāļŠāļļāļ : 2022-10-10Alpha Zander   Chapter 58 - ASHLEIGH
Shit, Shit, Shit. I am in so much trouble. I look between Zander and his father as he's standing on the sidelines. One would think they are linking, but their eyes are not glazed and they are just staring at each other. Even Beta Jake looks a little uncomfortable, shifting around at their gaze. Their wolves flicker through, showing a rim of gold in their eyes, dominance radiating from both men. A few of the warriors were curiously watching. Most try to ignore what was happening, but it was hard to ignore two Alphas fighting for dominance. Neither man has moved from their position. I can see Daniel's eyes cast down in submission, hands in his pockets, and looking at the grass as if itâs the most exciting thing in the world. Beta Jake is looking between them as I am, slightly confused, but Iâm sure heâs more aware of what is going on than me. I frown in confusion. What did I miss? I know Zander didnât have the best relationship with his father, but this type of play for dominance an
āļāļĢāļąāļāļāļĢāļļāļāļĨāđāļēāļŠāļļāļ : 2022-10-14Alpha Zander   Chapter 59 - ZANDER
I try to figure out the best way to start. We sit in the car silently âĶ Ashleigh not even trying to start a conversation since we left training. I donât really blame her. I haven't exactly been fun to speak with right now either, but just her presence alone is calming me down. Part of me hoped she would say something to try and ease the tension, but I know she won't say anything until I do. I drive a little further out of the city until we arrive at the place I had in mind. I used to go here all the time with mum and dad. It felt right to bring her here. Maybe one day we can have that same tradition, coming out here every other weekend. The lake is exactly as I remember it. It is about the size of a football field, with shrubs and trees protecting it. I drive through the small clearing that is big enough for a car to fit through. Not many people know about this place, I have never sensed anyone before, so it's nice this little paradise has been kept peaceful and pure all these yea
āļāļĢāļąāļāļāļĢāļļāļāļĨāđāļēāļŠāļļāļ : 2022-10-24Alpha Zander   Chapter 60 - ASHLEIGH
Soft music filled the air as people stood around chatting. Daniel and the Omegas did a fantastic job putting this together for an event that only took half a day to set up. The pack gathering was already in full swing when we arrived from touring the territory. The sun was already starting to set and lots of people were coming and going, enjoying themselves and having a good time. I met many people who are here tonight and a lot more when visiting the different sites today. It was nice to see many of the established buildings and businesses they have up and running; it's a fantastic set-up. I understand why Charwood is the largest and strongest pack in the country. I probably havenât met all of the pack yet, but I have met all the pack elders and advisers that helped make some of the decisions. They seem like friendly people, and I look forward to working with them. I watch my mate from the kitchen mingling and talking with his pack members as I fix myself a drink and sit back
āļāļĢāļąāļāļāļĢāļļāļāļĨāđāļēāļŠāļļāļ : 2022-10-26Alpha Zander   Chapter 61 - OLIVER
It was a challenging weekend. I barely went home, I had about 20 missed calls from mum, frantic messages from Kylie to know where Ashleigh was, and neither Robert nor Kylie got to say goodbye to their daughter. Now they couldnât reach her via the pack link or family link. It was a fucked up situation just because Blackwood was her mate. I didnât even know how to begin to explain things to Brent when he got home. He walked into a house of chaos after his patrol run that night. As much as those two niggle and bicker, they were siblings. He looked up to Ashleigh as his sister and the packâs Beta. He respected her and appreciated her guidance. Now, I donât even know what their relationship will be like. After seeing Ashleigh the other night with Blackwood, I knew she made the right choice. She had to be with her mate. She was his Luna, and rejecting him wasnât an option for either of them. It was nice to see that they loved each other. However, I made a promise to myself and our family
āļāļĢāļąāļāļāļĢāļļāļāļĨāđāļēāļŠāļļāļ : 2022-11-02Alpha Zander   Chapter 62 - ZANDER
Ashleigh's emotions are heightened by a thousand after marking her. I feel everything - happiness, frustration, sadness âĶ It was a rollercoaster of a night, trying to navigate everything. Out of all of her emotions, happiness and joy were what I felt the most. I was so fucking grateful that she is happy to be with us. After the incident this morning with her brother, Jace was more aware of what was happening. He is unsettled that her family's drama saddens our mate, and I promise I will get to the bottom of it for her. I only want what is best for her and, at the same time, to have a relationship with her family. I want to work together and fix it. Oliver seems to be on board with an alliance. We just have to convince everyone else. Thankfully, the day is easygoing; I have a few classes without her, but that was in the afternoon. Lunchtime rolled around quickly, and everyone gushed around her, trying to get information on what happened and how we found out we were mates. I know
āļāļĢāļąāļāļāļĢāļļāļāļĨāđāļēāļŠāļļāļ : 2022-11-14Alpha Zander   Chapter 63 - ASHLEIGH
I felt a sense of loss when Zander wasnât by my side. I suppose thatâs why they allow mates to be in the same classes, so our wolves donât go crazy on us. I had a crappy feeling for the rest of the day after this morning's conversation with Brent. I was already feeling bad that I was upset with him only a few weeks ago about hiding the same thing from Ollie and me, and yet here I am doing the exact same thing to him. No wonder he's so upset. At least Ollie and mum already had time to accept Zander and me being mates. Some girls at lunchtime came up and congratulated us, but all I could see was jealousy and frustration in most of them. It hurt that they weren't actually happy. They probably just wanted him because of his title or maybe because they were ex-lovers or a number of other reasons. I donât have the courage to ask Zander how many heâs been with at school. Iâm sure it's a lot. I wonât dwell on that fact because he is my present and future. So after everything that happene
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Alpha Zander   BONUS
**Grace** I lay on the hotel's disgusting bed, looking up at the cracked pink paint, watching every scrap as it peels off, falling from the ceiling. The dimly lit light flickers through the room as I try to focus on the walls around me. âHappy birthday to me, happy birthday to me,â I softly sing as tears stream down my face. How did everything get so fucked up? I had a foolproof plan that would have worked if he didnât find his fucking mate. Who would have guessed Ashleigh Steward was my boyfriend's mate? I honestly thought it would be me. Iâm an Alpha's daughter; I had a higher possibility. We had a magnetic attraction from the start, and everyone back home said we were perfect together. Dad is obsessed with Zander. But then, all he ever wants is power and money. Charwood, being the biggest pack in the country, has both. âWe should go out. I saw a bar when we walked past here,â my wolf Talia says encouragingly, pushing forward hopefully. âWe need to stay hidden, Talia,â I
Alpha Zander   Epilogue - ZANDER
I stand at the end of the aisle in front of a room full of hundreds of people, the majority of whom I know. I know most of my pack and most of the Alphas and Betas who accepted today's invitation. Dad made a point of inviting nearly everyone to Ashâs Luna ceremony. Guess he was finally over all of the grudges and is ready for a new beginning. Jace is bouncing around in my head, anticipation to finally see her. Danni is next to me, buzzing with excitement. This kid, it feels like heâs always a ball of happiness. He and Eric adore Ash, and I couldnât have chosen anyone better to help protect her and be by our side in leadership. Her family are here except for her uncle and aunt. Iâm glad her mother and father were able to come today. I could feel how happy she was through our bond. She was fucking ecstatic when they arrived this morning. Oliver and Brent are sitting next to Kylie in the front. Brent looks a little uneasy, but Oliver doesnât seem to mind anymore. He's been back he
Alpha Zander   Epilogue - ASHLEIGH
After everything that life has thrown at me this year, I was so proud and excited to finish school and go to one of the best universities in the country to study psychology. Graduation went beautifully; I was so happy mum and dad both came and saw me give my valedictorian speech, and despite everything I was glad they supported me. It was a huge honour to be the school's valedictorian this year. it put a little bit of pressure on me, having to write a speech, but it wasnât anything I couldnât handle. The dinner was beautiful, something they held yearly to send off the seniors after stressful exams. I appreciated saying thank you and goodbye to everyone, I hoped I would still see them in the future, but no one can make any promises. I had one more fabulous night with my girls, Chloe and Skyla and I was filled with laughter and love. Our friendship wonât ever change, no matter what pack we are in. Thankfully, Zander has accepted that. Iâm glad I chose psychology. I wanted to choose
Alpha Zander   Chapter 66 - ZANDER
The last few weeks have been crazy. With Ashleighâs recovery, our exams finally ending, and graduation just around the corner âĶ It has just been a whirlwind of activities. I was so fucking proud of my girl when she announced that she got accepted into all the universities she applied to. Now she just has to choose her major and decide which one to go to. Personally, I admit that I am running pretty low on energy just dealing with Ashleyâs anxiety and dad showing me the ropes of running the pack. Donât get me wrong, I love my girl, but sometimes, feeling her anxiety through our bond can hit me like a tidal wave and completely throw me off for the entire day. As Danni has learnt, whatever she is feeling, I feel it tenfold. Today we finally had a meeting with the council. We tried to have one immediately, but they kept changing it and blocking us. It was their fifth time adjusting the schedule, and even then, they called everyone this morning and said today was open only for an hour
Alpha Zander   Chapter 65 - ASHLEIGH
The pain that radiated throughout my body is now gone. I canât feel anything ... I can't see anything. Instead, I find myself alone in this pitch-black void. âKia, Kiaâ, I try to call out to her, hoping she will help me pull out of this. Once again, Iâm left with emptiness. My mind spirals, thinking of all the possibilities, the âwhat ifsâ, and trying to figure out what just happened. Iâm numb; it feels like nothing exists anymore. If this is death, it is a horrible place to be âĶ a black void with nothing by me and my hazy, uncertain thoughts. I miss them âĶ Zander, my family, my friends. The idea of never seeing them again scares me. I feel like Iâve been floating around in this void for hours when suddenly I smell this odd yet familiar scent. It is a sweet, floral scent making my mind spin, trying to remember what it reminded me of. I try to move in the void to get closer to the scent. I need to get closer. A strong pull snaps me out of the darkness as the scent becomes overwhel
Alpha Zander   Chapter 64 - ZANDER
The putrid scent of antiseptic assaults my nose as I pace in the hospital's emergency room, waiting for the doctor to tell me why my Luna, Beta, and Gamma are in the state they are in. I burst through the doors earlier to find Ashleigh, only to be kicked out, so the hospital staff had space to work on her. I hoped they were helping her. I canât lose her. Her bloodstains on my skin from holding her close have now dried as I didnât want to wash away her scent. It was the only thing keeping me sane right now. Oliver comes flying down the hall with Brent hot on his heels. I sent him and her parents a message as soon as I arrived, and Danni was checked in. He looked so pale when we got to the hospital, and it fucking killed me the state they were all in. I hate the smell of hospitals âĶ The smell of disinfectant stings my nose, making my eyes water. I fight Jace for control, trying not to let him take over and go on a rampage. Hospitals always bring back bad memories so the smell al
Alpha Zander   Chapter 63 - ASHLEIGH
I felt a sense of loss when Zander wasnât by my side. I suppose thatâs why they allow mates to be in the same classes, so our wolves donât go crazy on us. I had a crappy feeling for the rest of the day after this morning's conversation with Brent. I was already feeling bad that I was upset with him only a few weeks ago about hiding the same thing from Ollie and me, and yet here I am doing the exact same thing to him. No wonder he's so upset. At least Ollie and mum already had time to accept Zander and me being mates. Some girls at lunchtime came up and congratulated us, but all I could see was jealousy and frustration in most of them. It hurt that they weren't actually happy. They probably just wanted him because of his title or maybe because they were ex-lovers or a number of other reasons. I donât have the courage to ask Zander how many heâs been with at school. Iâm sure it's a lot. I wonât dwell on that fact because he is my present and future. So after everything that happene
Alpha Zander   Chapter 62 - ZANDER
Ashleigh's emotions are heightened by a thousand after marking her. I feel everything - happiness, frustration, sadness âĶ It was a rollercoaster of a night, trying to navigate everything. Out of all of her emotions, happiness and joy were what I felt the most. I was so fucking grateful that she is happy to be with us. After the incident this morning with her brother, Jace was more aware of what was happening. He is unsettled that her family's drama saddens our mate, and I promise I will get to the bottom of it for her. I only want what is best for her and, at the same time, to have a relationship with her family. I want to work together and fix it. Oliver seems to be on board with an alliance. We just have to convince everyone else. Thankfully, the day is easygoing; I have a few classes without her, but that was in the afternoon. Lunchtime rolled around quickly, and everyone gushed around her, trying to get information on what happened and how we found out we were mates. I know
Alpha Zander   Chapter 61 - OLIVER
It was a challenging weekend. I barely went home, I had about 20 missed calls from mum, frantic messages from Kylie to know where Ashleigh was, and neither Robert nor Kylie got to say goodbye to their daughter. Now they couldnât reach her via the pack link or family link. It was a fucked up situation just because Blackwood was her mate. I didnât even know how to begin to explain things to Brent when he got home. He walked into a house of chaos after his patrol run that night. As much as those two niggle and bicker, they were siblings. He looked up to Ashleigh as his sister and the packâs Beta. He respected her and appreciated her guidance. Now, I donât even know what their relationship will be like. After seeing Ashleigh the other night with Blackwood, I knew she made the right choice. She had to be with her mate. She was his Luna, and rejecting him wasnât an option for either of them. It was nice to see that they loved each other. However, I made a promise to myself and our family
