Maddox
I have felt completely unsettled lately, my wolf Chaos keeps telling me he can feel something is coming. I have spent the best part of a week trying to avoid my father as he keeps trying to push me to take Una, the daughter of an Alpha from another pack in the area as my chosen mate.
Una is nice but far too timid for my liking and boring. She is pretty i guess but if i am honest she really isn't for me. I need a female who will give it back to me, not a yes female like her.
I am trying to get through the paperwork for a construction deal I have been overseeing for the family company. My parents keep pushing for me to take the Alpha position but I am not in a hurry. The thought of being stuck behind a desk instead of being out on the Harley is enough for me to run and keep running.
I am now twenty four, Everyone keeps telling me to find my mate. I mean is it that bad i don't want my mate i like my life as it is. I definitely do not want Una. Chaos refuses to mark anyone as our luna except our true mate and let me tell you this, there will be no mate for me.
I can hear someone making their way towards my office but before they even knock on the door Atlas my Beta voice comes into my head. ‘ Hey man, you coming to the bar?’ ‘Sure give me half an hour to finish up’ i answer before Una’s head pops around the door. ‘Scrap that i am on the way‘ i say quickly before shutting off our pack link.
“Oh Maddox, are you off somewhere?” Her sickly sweet voice that irritates me no ends.
“Yes sorry was there something you needed?” I ask back while making a big deal of getting ready.
“No, I just thought we could spend some time together. ''She answers with a disappointed look on her face.
“Sorry, important business I need to go maybe some other time” I say as I push past her before she can touch me.
My body recoils at the thought of her touching me. I know I am being harsh. She's a lovely person and would make someone else a good Luna, just not me. Jumping on the Harley and feeling it come to life before I can get caught by my father I am out of the pack lands and beyond the border .
Arriving at the bar, There is a brand new shiny sports bike parked close to Atlas’s chopper, a space I normally use. Who the fuck rides that croutch rocket?, and why are they in my space? I was not in the mood for some smart ass from another pack, I think as I stormed into the bar.
The minute I enter I notice two things, one the smell of cherries and cream hit me head on making me almost salivate, and two the stranger sitting at the bar with my Beta.
It’s coming from her the scent and the distinctive scent of a blood sucking vampire. As Atlas notices me his smile slips, taking in my clear pissed off demeanour.
“Alpha'' He says as he bends his neck in submission to me. The minute she turns around i am floored, she is fucking sex on legs. Fuck, she is stunning but not in a good girl lovely person type of way like Una. No, she is more ill fuck you up and you cant do nothing except take it.
Looking at her red eyes and sexy red full lips that spread into a slow sexy smile. Snap out of it Maddox; fuck she is still a vampire, and judging by her aura she is high ranking but why is she here? Gaining the power of speech I look at my Beta.
“Who’s is the fucking crotch rocket in my space?”
“That would be my crotch rocket” She says in a thick Russian accent, fuck thats sexy as hell the way her eyes are basically challenging me.
Grunting at her I then turn to Jerad “Bourbon, in fact make it a bottle”. I say, as i turn and make my way to the other end of the bar to my usual stool.“Sure thing Alpha”. The minute the bottle is placed in front of me I down two full glasses.
“Rough day Maddox ?” Atlas says as he takes the seat next to me, Atlas and I grew up together, he has been my best friend for as long as I can remember. Not even bothering to look up from my glass I ask.
“Who is the visitor?" I don't have to look up to know he's smiling and before i can say anything he flat out pisses me off by waving her over.
“Alpha Maddox, let me introduce you to Lyra”
I swear if the bar wasnt packed i would fucking rip is throat out for this. The moment i look up she is standing right in front of me, fuck she is a distraction i really dont need right now but man what a fucking distraction. I am drawn from my inner thoughts by the slim porcelain hand with long red nails the same colour as her lips and eyes.
“Alpha Maddox'' She says in her accent.
Flicking my eyes to her face I see the smirk and a perfectly arched eyebrow waiting for me to take her hand, and even though i know is a bad fucking move i take her hand.
The minute we touch I am surprised by two things, she isn't cold and the sparks of the mate bond fire up and Chaos is howling in my head. Fuck, Fuck, Fuck. No this cant be fucking happening right now and a vampire the goddess really is playing games with me.
I don't even realise I am still holding her hand until Atlas clears his throat drawing me back to the prescient. She was standing with her head tilted to the side observing me. I draw my hand back wanting distance between us but not wanting her to go at the same time. I have no idea why but I blurted out.
“You're not cold?” If i thought her voice was sexy fuck the laugh that rings from her goes straight to my crotch as my cock comes to life. Seriously now? I think.
“Excuse me laughing Alpha but i was born a vampire not turned”
She just looks at me before turning to leave and go back to her seat swaying that perfectly shaped ass of hers. Mentally slapping myself i quietly watch her from the other end of the bar, her confidence is fucking sexy but why is her talking and laughing with Jerad bothering me so much.
I dont want a mate, and i certainly do not want a fucking vampire not even one as sexy as she is. Chaos my wolf is laughing at me in my head.
‘We will see’ Is all he says.
AlekseiI have been helping my father run the pack since I came home from Alpha training. I turn eighteen today and tonight is my birthday party. Even though I said I don't want one, my mother insisted it’s a rite of passage. I take a steadying breath as I look at myself in the mirror. I know that most are excited to meet their mates but in all honesty I am terrified. I have always loved someone and my wolf is drawn to her but she is not eighteen for another six months and well she is my best friend's sister. I watch my parents and their love is so special that if it’s not like that for me I don’t want it. Rina, my fifteen year old sister burst into my room. “Happy Birthday, Leksi” She shouts, rushing towards me, throwing herself at me, almost knocking me off my feet, and I can't help laughing. Czarina is the image of our mother, she is the most loving person and always sees the good in everyone. Something that scares me, the thought of anyone hurting her has my wolf growling. Her l
Epilogue part one Five years laterLyra“Aleksei, be nice to your cousin when she arrives” I tell my now moody five year old. He gets more like his father everyday, and has the moody Alpha act perfected. He sits at the dining table feeding his two year old sister Czarina, even though my daughter is more than capable of feeding herself. “Why does she have to come again, Mommy?” Aleksei says with the cutest little pout. “She always wants to play with me” He huffs, making me smile. Even at a young age he is so clever and it is easy to forget he is only five.I pick up my daughter and sit her on my swollen baby bump, she claps her hands and kisses my cheek. “Daddy said you need to be careful” My son says, pulling his sister down and holding her hand as we make our way to the front door to meet Maddox as he has gone to collect Kameal from the air strip. “Baby, baby, baby” Czarina says as she walks beside her brother. At almost two she is a shining light in our family, always laughing and
LyraGetting to the front steps Maddox places me on the floor before he shifts into Chaos. Even now my big black wolf takes my breath away with his jet black fur that looks so shiny it could be oil. Not to mention his bright blue eyes a shade brighter than Maddox’s usual sapphire coloured eyes. ‘Get on my love’ Comes My Alpha’s voice as he lays lower to the ground so I can get on his back. I had only just climbed on when he took off, making a squeak come from me before I burst out laughing as my mate took off at speed towards the back of our territory towards the cabin that I used to go to when I needed away from my parents. The cabin comes into view and I place a hand over my mouth in surprise, there in the dark covered in fairy lights is what looks like a fairytale cottage. Leaning forward I wrap my arms around Chaos’s neck ‘How did you know, it looks amazing, thank you’ I say as I bury my face in his soft fur.He slows and I slide off his back, and lay my head on his side “It’s be
LyraI have been sitting feeding Aleksei for the past twenty minutes, he just keeps spitting out spit bubbles and looks so cute. This child is a Goddess sent gift as Maddox keeps telling me and anyone who will listen. Carlos stands guard outside. I can hear the steady thrum of his heart, while he waits for me to hand him Aleksei. I have told him many times he is his guard not Nanny but my friend wont have it. He says that there is no need as he has to be there anyway, and if I am honest I prefer and trust him more than anyone else. “Carlos” I called, the door opened and my friend's face appeared. “Is he ready?” I smile at him, “Yes, he most certainly is, and full of beans” I say as I brush my nose off his and he giggles while spitting more bubbles.“I have meetings for the next two hours, then we have the meet and greet for the Nest” I say as I tuck him into his stroller. I try not to laugh as Carlos puts the nappy bag over his shoulder and takes the pushchair. “What?” Carlos asks, lo
LyraStepping off the jet in Russia felt bittersweet, good to be back in the homeland but it no longer felt like home. Aleksei’s first trip to Russia and I know how excited the elders are to meet the future king. Something I have made clear can and will only be happening if my son wishes to take the title. Carlos steps off behind me, proudly holding Aleksei. Two days ago at our ceremony Maddox and I had announced that Carlos was appointed our sons personal guard. *Flashback*I smile at my Alpha as he takes the podium, we had a surprise announcement for the pack. “I know we all want to get on with the celebration, but I have a very important thing to do as one of our pack” Everyone goes quiet with just the slight murmur of those trying to guess what is going on. “My Luna and I have been going over this since our pup was born and we are excited to announce that we have appointed a personal guard for the future heir of the Red Mountain Pack” Maddox looks over at me and holds his hand o
LyraI stand in front of the full length mirror just staring at myself, my mind plays over the last year and the time with Maddox. From the fact we both were determined not to accept each other to being completely obsessed with each other to having our son. Our son, he is perfect from his chubby little cheeks to his big red eyes.Willow took both Aleksei and Kameal out for a walk while I got ready. Today is my Luna ceremony and I can't wait to officially be the Luna. I know it’s just formalities as I already do everything a Luna should. If you asked me a year ago if I would be leading my people I would have laughed. I have never wanted to rule, not to mention lead a pack of wolves but here we are and I would be lying if I said this isn’t where I belong. These people have shown me more love and acceptance than even my own parents. Willow treats us all the same; she has become the mother we never realised we needed. She would have made an amazing Luna, even though she says she is happy
MaddoxLyra has been running on low for a couple of weeks now, she won’t allow anyone except us to watch Aleksei. His aura is extremely strong and can easily affect anyone within his vicinity, especially if he is upset at the time. I am just glad the pup is quite a happy little thing, or we would all be in for a rough ride. I can't help but laugh at this thought. I hope Lyra manages to relax for a while. She really is an amazing Luna, even though she is exhausted she never turns away anyone who needs her, or even just a person to listen to them. Willow has been showing both Lyra and the Doc what their duties are and how the pack has been getting run. Of course Lyra and I have already started to change things especially when it comes to those in charge. The thing with my Queen is she is as deadly as they come but her heart is huge and she feels every single person's emotions. This is exactly why the situation with the Omegas really affected her so much that she sank so much of her mo
LyraAleksei is four months old. I swear he is the best baby, he never cries. Watching Maddox with him makes my heart swell with love. The little King is obsessed with Chaos, as soon as his Father shifts into his black wolf Aleksei gets excited. Watching him pull at Chaos, and the huge wolf looks like he is so in love with our baby. Our commitment ceremony and wedding are being combined, tomorrow is the big day. Kalsea is so excited she has been non stop planning with Evanka and Willow. I have been stuck in my little bubble with Maddox and our son. The love for my boys is at times overwhelming, I haven’t let Aleksei out of my sight. We have been learning as we go with Aleksei, he can feed off both blood and normal food. Maddox said he can feel his wolf spirit, at his age it is unheard of in normal wolf children. His aura is very strong, if he gets upset only Maddox and myself can get near him as his aura is too much for anyone else. Willow has been desperate to take him to give me a
LyraBlissful pain free darkness, where am I? Where is Maddox? As this thought hits me I feel a wave of panic run through me. My baby, is my baby ok? Shit! I need to get back from wherever this is, I need to get to them. Open your eyes Lyra! I scream at myself. It's funny the minute I start to feel parts of my body I know I am on my way back. First the tingling in my hands and feet, then the rest come to life. That’s when I hear him, my Maddox. He’s calling my name, I am calling back to him but nothing is coming out. I hear the pleading in his voice and it breaks my heart. I am coming my love, just hold on. Then the searing pain explodes through me and my eyes fly open.“Baby, your back” Maddox says as he peppers kisses all over my face, before I can answer him another pain knocks the breath right out of me. Sweat runs down my face as I try to gather my thoughts before another scream rips from my throat. “Lyra, Lyra listen to me” Kalsea says cupping my face and all I want to do is bi