Leo’s POVBeing away from my pack this long is always depressing. Even sitting in this bar with Kai, swirling my second whisky in the glass, I’m miserable. Being a warrior for my pack is all I ever wanted, and even though I made it, being away from my territory blows. The thumping music stills our conversation about this mission. We had been sent here weeks ago to aid this pack with rogue attacks that seem to be never-ending. All I want is to go home. My wolf is feeling the strain too. He’s been itching to go home, but the last twelve hours had been a nightmare. His persistent clawing at my insides is making me more and more irrational and irritable. “All active warriors. West border. Three incoming” blares across my mind-link from our lead warrior. I heave a sigh and lock eyes with Kai. I down the last of my whiskey. “We’re off duty man. Leave it. Three rogues can be handled without us” he chips, leaning back in his chair. “I’m going” I chirp back. I stand, my imposing frame casti
Oakley POV 'River! You prideful weirdo. Why are you prancing around like a show pup?' I ask my wolf as he paces in my mind. I had been laid, staring at my ceiling in the pack house since 3 am. Having my wolf be so unsettled woke me, as he tended to be calm and placid. Being a warrior wolf, River was an absolute beast when attacked, otherwise, he's a quiet and steady presence in my mind. I love him for that. I couldn't put up with a constant stream of my wolf's bullshit running through my mind. I know a lot of warrior wolves are like that. They're so excitable and ready for a fight, it's like their mouth wont shut off. Besides the constant feeling of his presence in my mind, I know that River will only make himself heard when necessary. He isn't one to be demanding or unsettled. This morning though, he has been puffing up his chest, pacing and preening himself consistently as I attempted to get back to sleep. I wish I could shut him out... or he would just tell me what his deal is tod
Lilly's POV I'm not entirely sure if I am walking toward my destiny or away from it, all I do know is I feel like I am being pulled apart. As soon as I left the dining room, out into the crisp morning air, I felt the pull to go back... but something deep within me wants me to move forward also. I have never been so utterly confused before. Lo has been quiet during this who thing, which, from what I can remember, is typical of finding a mate. I am in this alone. My usual purposeful steps begin to waiver, and I am strolling around the side of the pack house considering if this is the right thing to do. Maybe this can wait. If my mate is male, he will either want my position... which isn't happening. If I am rejected because he doesn't want to be Luna, then I can't have my ceremony tonight. The further I wander around, the more my mind spirals. As I reach the corner of the building, I stop. Looked at the red brick, and bite my lower lip in contemplation. There is no going back fro
Violet's POVThe pulling would not ease up. As I made my way to my seat for breakfast, with Ce behind me, ever supporting me, I kept my eyes to the ground. Dread had begun to build in my gut as I made my way to my family. Please don't let it be Forrest I chanted in my mind. Although he is a lovely guy, I couldn't imagine being his mate. He and I are too dissimilar. He is all jokes and playfulness, which would wreak havoc on my already untamed wolf. As I sit, staring at my plate like it is the most exciting item in the world, I realise... this is not Beta behaviour! You are stronger than this! I chastise myself. I raise my head, looking around the table. I had drowned out the chatter among the parents in the room. Ever talking about business and warriors? Typical birthday breakfast then I smile to myself. I look to Ce, seated next to me with a stern look on his face. He points down with his fork to my plate with a scowl on his forehead. I realise he had served me a pancake while I los
Chapter 9Oakley POVI had wandered around the side of the packhouse when the pulling seemed to intensify. Knowing I couldn't go any further thanks to my damn wolf refusing to allow me back to my room for shoes, I stood there frozen. As I stare at the gravel of the packhouse driveway I realise how unappealing the walk across it would be, and would surely lead to serious injuries to my bare feet. I had been feeling my wolf pacing in my mind since I decided to pull away from this sensation, but now I can feel his smug happiness. The little shit has decided that now was the best time to become a demanding little…UGH. I just cannot accept another loss. If I turn around and throw myself at this sensation, only to realise it's a random rouge attack, then I will be broken once again. I suppose if I go back, and it is some random rogue, I can take out my frustration on the idiot that dare step foot in our pack lands. I heave a sigh knowing I don't have a choice in this. I have to turn aroun
Leo's POVIt felt as though time had slowed down as we barrelled through the forest towards home. I knew Kai was trying to reach me through the mindlink as we weaved through the trees, but my mind couldn't process a single word. The anticipation and anxiety over what I was returning to were eating me up inside. Who was my mate? What if it isn't my mate and Kai has gotten my hopes up for nothing? Will I ever get Sky’s arrogant ramblings back in my head if this isn't the mate bond? Although he hasn't retreated into the back of my mind, he has been unusually quiet. He has stayed with me so I can shift and run home, but will not tell me what is to come. Luckily, as he hasn't left me, I am able to sit in the back of my mind and give him control, but as we reach the border, I become aware that he is circling the territory. Although he hasn't slowed at all, he suddenly takes a sharp left, leaving Kai and me confused and flustered.‘Sky, where exactly are you going?’ I ask, but he doesn't rep
Lilly’s POV As unimpressed as I am that my newfound mate whipped me behind him like a damsel in distress, I can appreciate that his instinct took over. He found us less than five minutes ago, and although I know he has seen me train, that doesn't mean his wolf likes the idea of losing me before we have even had a chance to be together. The apologetic look he gave me as he glanced over his shoulder was enough to make me realise that he understood that he fucked up. Hopefully, that won't be an argument we continue to have in the future, because I will be nobody’s Luna. He will need to learn that I am his Alpha, and he cannot push me around, mate or not. I know I already love him. His broad shoulders and rippling muscles are… everything. He has trained with us for years, and Oakley is a beast. I worry that Violet will not be content with such a quiet and level-headed mate. She can be quite volatile and needs talking down from the edge more times than I can count. Although we are best f
Leo’s POVAs I grew closer, I could instantly recognise the future Alpha and Beta. Once Oakley reached me, I could instantly feel our bond snap, and although I am overjoyed to have my mate in my arms, I can't forget that he had his hands on them seconds ago. Now I have staked my claim, those damn she-wolves thought they could come back to him? No. He is mine and they will fucking learn their damn place. Alpha or not… I will not let her touch my mate again. After my growl, they both froze. But Lilly’s returning growl was clearly full of warning. Oakley places his hands on my shoulders, releasing a tingling all over my body. Clearly, he is trying to calm me, which, although it is working, I am slightly pissed off. Is he really trying to protect them? I am his fucking mate! I don't care what his damn problem is with me going toe-to-toe with these two, other than the prospect of them handing me my ass. I know they could… but I would go down swinging for my mate! Why won't he let me stak