“Wow! Look at that mountain of breakfast. I don’t recall today being your birthday.” Dylan, who was just returning from training their pack warriors in place of Daniel joked, ruffling their youngest brother, David’s hair.
David, who was concentrating on finishing his strawberry waffles smiled in return with a polite greeting.
“Good morning to you too, superman. Where is mom and dad?” Dylan asked, pouring himself a glass of water as he noticed that his younger brother was the only one having breakfast in the dining room, which was unusual.
“Dad’s study.” David simply replied, pointing upstairs where their dad’s study was located.
If their parents are in the study, that means whatever they are discussing is really important and it has to do with the pack.
“Did something come up?” He asked his younger brother just to be certain.
Although David was only eight, he was a smart kid so Dylan was sure to get even the tiniest bit of information from him.
“I don’t know, but I think it’s important since Daniel is also with them.” David replied, shrugging his shoulders.
Why was Daniel with them? Dylan wondered.
Daniel had left him earlier on their way to the training camp because he got a call from Benjamin, their dad’s beta regarding some border issue, so why was he suddenly here? Oh no! He hopes Daniel doesn’t plan on telling their dad that he wasn’t ready to become an alpha? He has to prevent that from happening.
“Thanks kiddo.” He said and rushed upstairs.
When Dylan was in front of the door to his dad’s study, he slowed down to take a deep breath. He could already recognize the scent of his parents, as well as that of Daniel and Ben. Without any further waste of time, he reached for the door knob.
“… They killed every member of the alpha’s household except his six year old son… Roberto, Rodrigo’s younger brother is currently in charge of the pack.” Benjamin just concluded making a report to his alpha.
“Outrageous! Why would they do something as despicable as that? I’ve had enough of their excesses!” Desmond, the Alpha of Greenwood pack and the father of Daniel, Dylan and David angrily exclaimed, slamming his fist on his study desk.
“Honey, please calm down.” Jane hurried to her mate’s side to soothe him.
“What are the council of elders saying about the turnout of events?” Daniel then asked.
“They have no choice but to submit to the new authority.” Ben replied.
“We have to help them. I can’t just sit here and watch this injustice continue.” Desmond suddenly said.
“Dad, I don’t think now is the right time. The Pride pack isn’t just any pack, they are the strongest pack in the world.”
“So, you’re suggesting that we fold our arms and do nothing until it gets to our turn?”
“I didn’t say that, dad. I-“
“What kind of an alpha do you intend to be if you don’t have faith in your own people?”
“I do have faith in my people. I just don’t think risking the lived of my warriors for a fight that has nothing to do with us is necessary.” Daniel countered.
“Watch your tone of voice when speaking to me, I’m still your alpha.” Desmond warned in his alpha voice, as he took threatening steps towards his son.
“Let us all take a deep breath, then we can go over this again.” Jane stepped in between the enraged six foot four werewolves, placing her hands on her mate’s chest.
“It’s okay. He isn’t challenging your authority. He is your son.” She assured her mate in a soft voice.
Desmond let out a deep sigh. His eyes then changed from yellow to its original color, blue.
“What do you suggest we do then?” His question was directed to his son, Daniel.
“I suggest we don’t make them divert their attention towards us… We need to tighten the security on our borders, recruit more warriors if necessary, and if possible try not to interfere in external matters unless our help is needed.”
“Son, what you’re trying to say is, as the second strongest pack we should turn a blind eye to everything that is going on around us. Is that it?”
“Dad, you’re misunder-“
“I don’t think any of this is necessary.” Dylan, who was quiet the whole time since he entered the study said for the very first time, causing everyone’s attention to be on him.
The entire room was silent, as they all stared at Dylan. Daniel was relieved to see him, but he couldn’t say the same for his dad, who was wearing a poker face. Dylan had a fallout with his dad after he turned twenty and still wasn’t able to find his mate. For a male werewolf in the Greenwood pack, having a mate was something of great pride as it boosted their ego. Not being able to find his mate even at twenty one has made his dad extremely disappointed in his one time favorite son.“Go on, I’m listening.” Desmond said in a dry voice as he made himself comfortable on his study chair so he could stare directly at Dylan, who was leaning on the door.“I mean, there is no need to be overly sensitive about this whole issue… We all know that for generations, the Pride pack doesn’t make any careless move unless you’re considered an enemy. And to be counted as an enemy, you have to make one wrong move against them, which if I’m correct we haven’t done.”“In essence, you are in agreement wit
Dylan was taking a shower when his thoughts suddenly traveled back to his eighteenth birthday. That day was the most anticipated day of his entire life because he would finally get to know who his mate was. FLASHBACKFrom childhood, everyone had thought that Dylan’s best friend, Charlotte, Benjamin’s daughter would be his mate since they did practically everything together, but the moon goddess had some other plans.Charlotte, whose birthday was a month earlier, found her mate two days after her birthday party when the entire pack had concluded that it was going to be him. To everyone’s surprise, it wasn’t Dylan but their pack’s youngest doctor that was mated to Charlotte. Benjamin wasn’t too happy about it but there was nothing anyone could do about it.On Dylan’s eighteenth birthday, his mom organized a grand party and invited every eligible female werewolf in the pack, just so he would find his mate that day. Hours passed and nothi
After Dylan’s conversation with his mom, he came to the conclusion that he would move into the pack house. He can’t continue living with his family because at this rate, he’ll probably not make it out alive if he gets into another fight with his dad. While heading to the pack house to clean up a room for himself, Dylan’s phone started to ring. He decided to ignore it since he wasn’t in the mood to talk to anyone, but the caller didn’t seem like he was going to give up anytime soon, so he reached for his phone inside his pocket. Just as he was he was about to answer the call, a black armored Chevrolet Suburban SUV pulled up beside him and two buff guys on shades climbed out of the car. One stood in front of him, blocking his path while the other stood behind him.“What is this about?” Dylan irritatedly asked, thinking this was his dad’s doing.Neither of the men responded to his question, but rather the one in front nodded in signal to the other, who immediately covered Dylan’s nose w
‘Martinez, Martinez, Martinez.’ The name wouldn’t stop ringing in Dylan’s ears. That was a name every werewolf dreaded. The mere thought of the name ‘Martinez’ terrified both young and old werewolves to their bones.What in the world did he do to offend the moon goddess, to make her give him such a mate? Why of all the packs in the world did the moon goddess decide that his mate should come from Greenwood’s rival pack, the most feared pack in the world, the Pride pack.Dylan slumped on the couch, too perplexed to even think. His life was far worse than hell.Isabel leaned against the door with a heavy sigh. She finally has her mate, her companion, the missing piece that completes her, the love of her life in her pack, in her life. This was undoubtedly the most fulfilling day in her entire life. For three years she felt empty and incomplete, always looking forward to the right moment when she was prepared enough to meet her mate. She worked so hard all these years to be a better alpha
A loud knock on the door woke Dylan up the next morning. Surprisingly he slept like a baby all through the night. He grumbled at whoever was interrupting his sound sleep and dragged himself out of bed. He wasn’t completely awake until he opened the door and a well built six foot guy with brown hair and eyes walked into the bedroom with a pile of clothes in his hands. He carefully placed them on the bed and turned around to face a fully awake Dylan.“Good morning alpha. Alpha Martinez asked me to bring these to you –““Hold on. I think you’re making a mistake… I’m not your alpha.” Dylan interrupted, thinking the stranger in front of him was referring to Isabel and her dad.“Where is Isabel?” He didn’t wait for a reply and was already making his way outside the bedroom.“She’s on her usual morning run.” The stranger who was behind Dylan replied.‘At least we have something in common.’ He thought to himself.“And you are?..”“Fernando. I’m a delta in the pack but currently, I’m at your s
Dylan kept receiving stares from the pack members. Fernando was currently taking him on a tour around the pack as instructed by Isabel. In comparison with Greenwood pack, Pride pack was also a very large pack with vast green area and mountains. The pack consisted of separate pack houses probably due to their large population. Unlike other packs, the Pride pack was quite populated. Surprisingly, its population didn’t just comprise of werewolves, but also humans.‘How could a pack considered to be selfish and brutal to outsiders have so many humans in it?’ Dylan couldn’t help but wonder.“We’re here.” Fernando’s voice interrupted Dylan’s thoughts. He was referring to the pack’s training camp which Dylan insisted on seeing.He couldn’t conceal the surprise on his face as he stared at the vast training ground. Any werewolf would be eager to train in such an environment.No wonder they had the largest number of warriors.“Let me show you around.” Fernando said, guiding Dylan around the cam
The alarm went off at 5:30am. Isabel threw her arms on the nightstand, lazily reaching for the alarm and turning it off. She stretched herself out on the bed and stared at the ceiling, to keep herself fully awake. Her thoughts couldn’t help but wander back to her mate. He was everything she desired in a mate. From his gorgeous dirty blonde hair that she felt tempted to run her fingers through, to his perfectly defined facial features. She could already imagine his sexy stubbles tickling her cheeks while they share a steamy kiss, with his strong arms around her waist. Isabel started feeling hot from these careless and filthy thoughts. She threw the duvet on the floor and jumped out of bed to distract herself from the thought of her mate. The heat wasn’t going away, much to her displeasure. “What’s going on?” She mumbled, rushing into the bathroom to have a quick shower. This isn’t right. She wasn’t supposed to go into heat until next week, that was why she gave her mate only a wee
Dylan pondered over the words he just heard. Did he hear correctly or was his ear playing tricks on him? His mate was in a relationship with another werewolf, not just any werewolf but her beta. Why does his life have to be this way? Why does everyone he’s connected to always make him feel like the second best in everything? Even his own mate who was well aware of his existence, who was supposed to desire only him found comfort in the arms of another werewolf. Why was he here, then? What is the point of being with someone whose desire won’t be for him alone? Dylan slowly pulled his fingers away from hers. For a moment, he saw the look of hurt on her face, but it vanished almost immediately and was replaced by a straight face. “Get my car ready.” She said to Fernando, who was the only person still present. “Why didn’t you put him in his place?” She asked Dylan as soon as her cousin left their presence. She was referring to Carlos. “I don’t wanna talk about it.” A disappointed Dyl