The next morning, having concluded the arrangement to set out on my journey, I left for my father's room first.Just like always, he was standing there, facing the window, quietly looking out, holding his hands behind him. He looked so deep in thought.I am pretty sure he is worried, not for himself but for us. And ever since our last deep discussion, I have come to understand that, the almighty hard hearted former alpha who is my dad, is a complete softy.Behind the strong mind and toughness, is the intense care and affection he has for us. I have come to realize just how much pain he must have endured all these years.I feel for him.As I opened the door and stepped in, he was jolted back to reality at the sound of the creaking door.He looked back and a deep grinned appeared, replacing the sullen looking face at the sight of me. But I could still notice the agony behind it."Good morning father" I greeted as I approached him."Morning son" he replied moving away from the window and
I stepped out of the mansion and into my sleek car while the chauffeur held it open for me. He pushed the key into my palms as I requested. This is a private trip. I usually take myself in cases like this.I headed straight to my old South warehouse, where myself and Leo usually hold private meetings.As I rode, Bella suddenly popped in my mind. The small, mysterious girl. Yes her sudden change of behavior has rendered her mysterious to me. The look on her face when I revealed my identity to her, still played in my head.Has she ever had a history and experience with a wolf before which she is trying to hide.I suddenly became curious or could it be my wolf drawing to his curious side again. Damn it.I hit the accelerator. As I sped along, her thoughts still lingered on my mind. Focus Alec!I wonder if she will stay in the room as I instructed her to or leave.With her fluctuating attitude, I just can't guess which one it will be right now, but I will call Bridgette later and ask h
Bella's POVAs I sat there satisfied and thinking of what next to do, I heard the door creak open.Startled, I looked back to see Alec standing there, his hand still holding the door knob and staring at me.I flinched under his cold hard stare.What now!? I asked in my head, confused that the one who had instructed the maid to give me preferential treatment is now gazing at me in that manner.I got on my feet at once. Cold shiver ran down my spine. I swallowed hard and began to develope cold hands and feet. Suddenly, I felt nervous.I opened my mouth to speak but couldn't find my voice."Hey little bee" he uttered finally and shut the door."You are back.." I responded timidly, hoping the maid had not mistaken his instructions."Master" I added, not forgetting the fact that our deal still stands.This only earned me a low scoff.Not sure of what to do, I simply stood there watching as he approached the bed post and began to unstrap his wristwatch then gently placed it on the table rig
As I looked up, I saw him gazing down at me, baring his soul out to me. It felt like a beckoning to save him.I yearned to answer this call. His call. Those dark red eyes. Full of stories and pains untold. I wish to release him; to free him from their shackles, to ease him of his pain. But Alec is no ordinary wolf. I can't forget that. The first time he revealed himself to me I knew I was hell bound with the worst trip mate ever.Ironiically, I had a choice. To let go or keep going. I chose the latter, because of my parents of course. He is the best card right now to finding them.Yes! My parents. Wake up Bella. I cautioned myself mentally and shook the stupid thoughts off my head.He was still staring, his eyes looking deep into mine. I cleared my throat.This jolted him and he broke the stare, suddenly letting go of my hands.The Almighty Alec looked startled as he blinked severally, obviously trying to hide his embarrassment.I looked aside and pressed my lips together, trying to
Present Day"I, Grayson Williams, disclaim and denounce you, Alec Grayson, as an alpha of the Dark Hind park and would henceforth cease to be recognized as one" announced Grayson, avoiding Alec's face.The park murmured. Alec's fist hardened, the hairs on his arms and face stood up and grew longer. He looked scary. This cannot be happening, he thought. His father has ripped him of his authority and humiliated him before the pack.Members of the pack that gathered moved back in fear as Alec grew ferocious and began to transform, his claws first growing rapidly.Without warning, he threw an arm at a member behind him and scratched his face. Blood gushed out of the injury. Others held the injured one as they drew back in fear, not wanting to fight Alec. Alec is known for his uncontrollable temper. He could shape shift when overwhelmed by it. He was the most powerful wolf and alpha they have ever seen. His strength was unmatched.But how? How did he lost the fight to his father's form
Alec's POV I woke up few days to my initiation as the new alpha, only to find my brother in the gym section of my house.What is he doing here this early? I wondered."Luc, what are you doing here" I asked him, with one of my eye still closed.He rushed towards me looking bubbly and excited. "You wouldn't wake up no matter what I did to you, man" he said looking at me with knitted brows I remembered when I woke up, my legs were dangling off the bed and the sheets wrapped around my face, as if suffocating me could wake me up."When will you stop, you know it never works" I said ruffling his hair."At least I shook you up a bit, else you will still be in bed snoring away by now" he said, putting his hand on his waist.Lucas was always a fun kid to be around. At 17, he is still pretty much a kid to me. I am way older. Well, not really "way older", I am 8 years older."As I stood there smiling at his boyishness, he said "Father wants you now, you'd better be off to get ready" "What no
It's the day of initiation and the Graysons manor was nothing but lively and bubbly with activities; servants carried large trays of assorted foods and drinks to large tables fully decorated in the great manor hall, where special ocassions as this, takes place. Grayson had the chief servant instruct the maidens to make sure no table lacked. Invited guests from other packs and their alphas trooped in, arm in arm with their lunas.Grayson decided since Alec has no luna yet, the ceremony was going to be as brief as possible.After the guests were settled and comfortable, the ceremony began as Grayson emerged on the podium."Today, we mark the important occasion of a new alpha initiation" announced Grayson"Over the years, this pack has seen several victorious moments, made series of successful expeditions and domination of enemies under my leadership, it is with this motive that I will initiate a new leader who will carry on in my steps" he said, gesturing towards Alec.Alec stepped fo
Alec's POV I have been initiated as the new alpha, despite not having found a mate but what is this bullshit talk about a contest with Devon? What?! To prove my competence?Hmph!These lots are really testing my patience.All of the pack memebers knows that my strength and agility is unrivaled.What competence are they talking about now? Is it really necessary?Well, my father have announced it at the initiation ceremony and they are all looking forward to it.When the rising tempo from the ceremony had died down, I decided to go see Devon in his personal enclave not far from the Graysons manor.I have some questions for him, because somehow, I knew my father wouldn't do anything without as much as say a word of it to Devon.*******************"Congratulations to you alpha Alec" Devon said loudly as he motioned closer to hug me."Keep your distance Devon, you know I am not a hugger" I reprimanded him."Besides, that is no way to approach your alpha" I added, slightly eyeing him"Oh