Chapter Six
Orion's POVThat stupid girl.What had been running through the moon goddess's mind when she made her my fated mate? How can an Alpha bred like me be paired with the likes of her?I walked towards the pictures and picked one up, choking back my emotions.Where are you, Sophia?Sophia is the first woman to make my heart beat, the first woman to make me experience butterflies in my belly. I met her as a young boy and my heart accepted that she alone was the one for me.I was so sure she felt the same way I did, I mean before I went abroad, we had made a pact. Not some weird blood oath people took, no ours was different. We simply pinky swore.Everyone knows how sacred a pinky swear is so I felt secure because she had promised to wait for me. I never expected she would run off with some other man before I showed up.What woman wouldn't want an Alpha as her partner for the rest of her life?I sighed, placed the picture frame back where it had been on the cupboard and turned, glaring at the bags that were stacked in a corner of the room. How long until I could find Sophia so this woman could get out of my life?I had a mind to kick the bags on my way out but I decided against it and simply walked out of the room, bumping into my butler, Bruce. He bowed as he spotted me and I grunted in response, walking off.I walked until I got to my office door. Well, it was still my father’s office but I was using it until I could convert the room closest to my room into my office. I opened the door and stuck my head inside to peek around.I sighed in relief when I found it empty and walked in, slamming the door behind me. All the servants knew what that meant; I didn't want to be disturbed.As I settled in the seat behind the mahogany desk, memories of the training sessions I had witnessed came back to my mind and I shook my head in disgust.Ciara or what’s her face couldn’t even hold her own against another wolf in a fight. How was she supposed to stand by my side and lead this great pack?Did the Heartfield think this was a joke? How could they pick her out of all the substitutes they could have chosen for me? Thanks to the mate bond, I had saved her from being bullied earlier by another female wolf.I recognized that one because she had made passes at me repeatedly since I got back despite the fact that she had stolen Clara’s boyfriend; a fact I had just learnt when I joined them.She’s so weak it’s a wonder, she and Sophia are even related. Perhaps if I had met her first, maybe, just maybe I would have considered her. ButSophia has my heart now, and she always will.I sighed and looked around me, taking in my environment for the first time since I set foot inside the office. The desk for the first time had been tidied up and all the papers were carefully placed on top of each other. The files were on one side and other things were arranged neatly.I wondered briefly who had worked some magic here. The person deserved a medal or an award of some kind. My beta, James, walked in just as I was lost in thought.“Alpha..” he called, clearing his throat and I looked up, my hands brushing the papers on the table. They scattered and I was quick to fix them. I couldn’t let the effort of the magician go to waste.“The man you put in charge of the search is here to see you.” He informed me and my mood improved immediately.The man in question was the one I had hired to find Sophia. If he was here then that could only mean he had news for me.“Bring him in and get one of the servants to bring refreshments.”He nodded and walked out.I was alone again.Running my hands through my hair, I wondered what I would say to Sophia when I eventually found her and she was standing in front of me. I closed my eyes as memories of our childhood came to mind. She had the first friend I had ever made and what a blessing her presence in my life had been.Maybe it was my fault for not writing to her while I was away but I couldn’t. Things had been too complicated back then and it was thoughts of coming back to her that had kept me going, every day.The door opened just then and I didn’t have time to go back to the past any longer. “This way,”I watched my Beta lead the man into my office, the servant bearing the refreshments walking behind them.“Alpha Orion.” The man greeted me, finally acknowledging me and I sat up. If this man could find Sophia then I would forever be in his debt. Forever.“Welcome. What do you have for me?” I asked, getting into it immediately.“Any news?”He eyed me closely, his eyes glossing over as if he had something to say. I narrowed my eyes, my Alpha side hating his attitude.“Well?” I pressed and he gulped, looking away. I eyed my Beta and he just shrugged, going to sit on the couch at the far end of the room.“I think I found her location,” He announced and I almost crossed the table to give him a hug. Almost.I think this is the best news I have heard in days.“I want to hear everything. James, please serve the tea.”James got to work immediately while the man started speaking.Don't worry Sophia, we will be together soon.Chapter SevenCiara's POVIt's been two days since I moved into Orion's house and I already feel suffocated and unwelcome.Well, what was I expecting? The man didn't like me and he was my mate! It was in situations such as this that I found myself questioning the reason why I was weak and why I had been born an Omega.But did being an Omega officially qualify me as unlovable? Did the status Omega mean I was somehow less than these other wolves? Lucas had left me for my stronger best friend, Bella and now even my mate wanted another woman. Why? Because I was too weak for him.His obsession with Sophia has me wondering about the kind of relationship they had. If he was this crazy about Sophia, why did she still run off with her boyfriend, James? Or was that an indication that she didn't feel the same way he did?There were so many questions running through my head but I chucked them down as I walked towards the door. After the little scene Orion made over the pictures, I had made it my m
Chapter 8 Orion stormed into the dining room and charged towards Bryan. He glared at Ciara who was sitting close to Bryan and she stiffened before changing her seat. "What are you doing here?" Bryan didn't respond right away but took his time, devouring the piece of steak in his mouth and then washing it down with the wine that the servants had served them. "It's not nice to bully people Orion." He finally replied, his gaze fixed on Ciara and Orion clenched his jaw. What right did he have to tell him what to do? Ciara avoided their eyes and picked at her food. Orion could feel her nerves wavering all over the place and he snorted in disgust. "Ciara, come back to your seat and ignore him," Bryan said, ignoring Orion who was now glaring at him. Ciara eyed Orion first and then shook her head, refusing Bryan's request. Orion smirked, satisfied with her decision and turned to his brother. Bryan sighed and looked up at him, "It's the family month." he shrugged after saying that
Chapter 9Ciara watched Orion storm out of the dining room and sighed in relief. Why did he have to be so scary?"Why are you so afraid of him?" She heard him ask beside her and she turned to face him. "He is the Alpha." she simply responded not wanting to continue the conversation. "But he is your mate," Bryan said and the fork she had been holding dropped from her hand. "What are you talking about?" Bryan's eyes widened as he realized Ciara still didn't know that Orion was her mate because she didn't have her wolf yet. "I meant he is your Alpha," he corrected himself and she watched him for a while as if checking to see if he was lying. Satisfied with what she saw, she looked back at her food and decided to focus on finishing breakfast as quickly as possible. She didn't want to be anywhere near any of these men at this point, they spelt trouble. She was curious to know what kind of relationship he and Orion shared but she wouldn't dare ask him. It would be forward of her. "Al
Chapter 10Ciara's POV "Thanks, I have to go," I avoided his gaze as I walked away from him. I wish he didn't have to see me like that. After embarrassing myself and setting whatever pride I had left on fire, I made my way back to the mansion and headed straight for my room. It was somehow dark and no doubt, Orion wouldn't bother entering this room since he knew I would be here. I still don't know what connection he has to Alpha Bryan but I am still curious to find out. However, no matter what connection he might have, I can see that Orion would love it if it didn't exist. The tension between them during breakfast earlier had been thick, thicker than clouds during a rainy day. I was curious about it but at the same time, I didn't want to be caught in the middle of it. Orion already hated my guts, I didn't want to give him any extra reason to do so. I flopped down on the bed and sighed, closing my eyes as the thought of everything I had been through today rolled through my
Chapter 11 Bryan's POV "Alpha," Being here in the Silver Moon pack was becoming a serious pain in my butt. The only thing that made it feel worth it was my mate.Just thinking about Ciara brought a smile to my face. I didn't know her all that well but I was intrigued by her and I wanted to know her better. Orion didn't value her or pay attention to her but I knew I could give her all the love she deserved. Being so close to her and not being able to hold her and show that I owned her was killing me slowly.I would kill for a chance to be with her the way I should be with my mate and I wasn't talking about sex. For years I had hoped to find her, had searched everywhere in hopes that she would be out there somewhere. Along the way, I lost hope that she even existed. I just decided to settle for any unmated female willing to satisfy me. I scrubbed my hands over my face and closed my eyes. Orion was a fool for neglecting her like this and how was he even beating the mate bond? I was
Chapter 12 Ciara's POV I rolled over on my side and yawned, opening my eyes. Yesterday had been a fruitful day if I do say so myself. I had accomplished what I set out to do and I felt very proud. I was one step closer to my goal of being a strong Luna and being remembered as one. Orion ignored me when I served them the other day but I knew he noticed my presence. Either way, I was glad he had ignored me. I couldn't take any hurtful words at this stage. I was just starting to find myself again and I didn't want anything stopping that process. Bryan on the other hand was still a puzzle and I didn't know what to do with him. I found myself wishing he was my mate instead of Orion because, unlike Orion, Bryan was attentive towards me and my pain. He was sweet, kind, less scary and he was just different really. I knew he probably had his flaws and demons but at least he tried to be a better person and I was grateful for how different he was; like a breath of fresh air. I
Chapter 13 Ciara's POV As I walked towards the dining room, my heart was beating fast inside my chest. I was struggling to breathe and if I didn't get a hold of myself, I would pass out from the shock of everything. Alpha Stone and his wife and mate, Luna Stone preferred Sophie over me and just like their son, they had made it clear especially on the day of the coronation ceremony and my Luna reveal. So the fact that he was asking me to join the family for breakfast was a fact I was struggling to understand. The maid stopped suddenly and I had to stop before I ran into her. She held the door of the dining room open for me and I bit my lip, not sure if I wanted to go in there. No one in that room liked me well except Bryan but he didn't know me so........on second thoughts none of them knew me. It would be utterly disrespectful of me to ignore the Alpha's invitation and for that reason, I forced my legs to move towards the door. I passed the maid who bowed and closed
Chapter 14 Bryan's POV When father asked the girl to go and bring Ciara to the dining room, I didn't know what his plans were and I didn't care, as long as he didn't insult her or try to demean her with his words, I was okay. And when she eventually showed up wearing that cute white number that left her legs on display and her shoulders on display as well, I swooned She was cute and she was strong, if she wasn't she wouldn't be standing in this room, especially with the criticisms she must have endured while growing up as a child. I was curious about why she had stormed off like that but I was even more irritated with Orion and his nonchalant behavior towards her. It was so disgusting the way he treated her. Something my father said must have upset her because colour drained from her face after the announcement. I had been ready to pull her into my arms before I wondered how it would look seeing as her mate was sitting only a few feet away from me. I glared at my father