Keira’s POVI get back to the shop where Talia is waiting for me. She waves as I approach.“Lily! Where have you been?” She asks.“I went to the lake to get away from the crowds.”“Alone? You should be careful being so close to the woods.” She says.“I met Vivian out there.” “Oh, she’s so polite. It was a sad day when her father passed away. It forced Beta Shepard into his position. Have you met him yet?” She asks. SHEPARD! That was his name! “Yes, twice actually. Once at the hardware store and then he came up to us by the lake.” “Isn’t he a dream boat?! Uhg! He’s so cute. And the Alpha is even more attractive.” She stares off into the distance. I giggle.“But enough of that, let’s walk around. Everything is open and it smells amazing out here.” She links her arm in mine and leads me down the street. We see Nat at a booth and we try some of the baked goods we’ll be selling in the coffee shop. Everything was incredible. There was a booth se
Keira’s POVThe rest of the party was pretty uneventful. I met so many people, hopefully I can remember everyone’s names. I set my alarm for 5 am, and when I wake up it’s still dark outside. I sit up and turn my alarm off. Gosh it’s so early. I begrudgingly drag myself out of bed and into the bathroom. I splash my face with water in an attempt to try and wake up more. It helps, a little. This is too early, hopefully I’ll get use to it. I brush my teeth and get dressed. I slip my shoes on and head out the door. I turn on the lights and stretch. Please let me get use to this. I unlock the door and walk down to the bakery. I knock on the door. Nat opens it.“You look like crap.” She says. I can’t help but laugh. “5 is a bit early for me, but I’m sure I’ll get use to it.” She opens the door wider and lets me in. “Here, this is for the shop. And this is for you.” She hands me two bags.“Me?” I ask.“Yeah, some food will wake you up.” Oh how sweet. May is ni
Keira’s POVOver the next few days, Talia and I get into a good routine at work. My body’s still not used to getting up so early, but I’m still going. Hopefully I’ll get more used to it soon. Getting to know everyone in the village has been easy. I’ve even come to know some of the warriors that come into the coffee shop everyday. Tomorrow is Sunday and the shop is closed. Talia wants to take me shopping, since I still don’t have very many clothes. The next morning, I didn’t have my alarm set, but I still woke up early, that’s a good sign I suppose. I get up and make some coffee. I have a lite breakfast before I shower and get ready. After my shower, I do my hair. I’ve been experimenting with some new styles on my hair since I’ve been here, mostly simple ones, but today I’m going to attempt a french braid. I’ve never done it one myself before, but I’ve done it on other people. I try for a good 10 minutes before giving up and just doing a regular braid. My arms are so ti
Keira’s POVOver the next few days, Talia and I get back into our work routine. Everyone in the pack is really nice, and business is going great. But I can feel Harper getting antsy again. After I get off work, I walk back out to the woods. I need to let Harper out to let off some steam. I walk until I’m deep enough into the woods that no one will see me. I get undressed and shift into Harper. She stretches out and darts off into the forrest, letting the wind run through her fur. I can tell how happy this makes her. She runs until we reach a small stream, Harper stops to take a sip of water. “We need to do this more often. Being cooped up all the time isn’t good for me. And you don’t train anymore. We need to do some drills.” Harper tells me. She is such a warrior.“Yeah I’ll be sure to put that in my calendar right next to sleeping.” “You’ve gotten so lazy.” She huffs. Then she takes off running again. She chases a rabbit for awhile before giving up. She wind
Keira’s POVOver the next few days, I was cautious not to draw attention to myself, but I kept my ears open for anything. To my surprise I didn’t hear anything about the incident in the woods. The only thing I did hear was a planned pack run. The wolf I saw in the woods was definitely high ranking. Based on their size and speed, I’m guessing at least a Delta, or maybe a particularly large warrior. This pack run could be a ploy to see all of the wolves. Good thing I’m an Omega and can claim that I can’t shift, which will save me from the run. I’m in the middle of making a latte for an order when the bell on the door rings. I turn to see Whitney and a few other girls walk into the cafe. Just perfect. “Welcome.” I greet them. Just be professional and non-confrontational. They laugh to eachother and don’t respond. Just smile Keira. They walk over to the counter and wait while I finish up a pour over. I hand the drinks to the customer and greet the three women again.“Hello, what can I get
Keira’s POV“Are we destined to always meet in the woods?” I look up and see Alpha Theo. Why are we always alone in the woods together. I realize I’m standing at the grave of someone I don’t know. I take a step away from it.“Are you going to run from me like last time?” He asks. Of course he can smell me. He’s an alpha. What do I do? I take another step back. Alpha Theo puts his hands up in a surrendering jester.“I’m not going to hurt you if that’s what you are worried about. I just want to know why you ran, and why you are pretending to be an omega?” I close my eyes to see if there is anyone in the area. There’s no point in trying to run, he knows who I am now. I don’t smell or hear anyone else around.“Lily, right?” I open my eyes.“In my old pack, my mate abused me and tried to kill me. A girl told me about Samara, that she could get me into a new pack but only as an omega. One night my mate came after me again. I ended up stabbing him and running away
Keira’s POVI hear a branch snap and turn my head to the sound. It’s Shepard. My heart drops in my stomach. How much did he hear? Shepherd looks surprised. Oh no he heard everything.“Shepherd.” I say.“Shepherd what are you doing here?” Alpha asks.“What are you two doing here?” Shepherd asks. I look over at Alpha and realize his hand is on my shoulder and we are pretty close to each other.“Shepherd it’s not-“ an arm wraps around Shepard’s neck and Whitney appears next to him. “Look at what we have here. Looks like the little omega is just moving up the ranks. I can’t believe you would use poor Shepherd and Vivian in your little scheme. That’s really low of you.” Whitney says. “What?” Shepherd asks.“I heard her with her little coffee friend laughing about the whole thing.” I take a step back from Theo.“That’s not true.” I say. But the look on Shepard’s face tells me her words are sinking in.“Shepherd none of that is true.” Theo say
Keira’s POVOver the next few days I try to busy myself with work. I’m staying later almost everyday and when I’m not working I keep to myself in my apartment. I know Talia has noticed, but it’s not like I can talk to her. I haven’t heard from Shepard or Theo, not that I’m really expecting to. I feel like I’m in a fog. Saturday arrives, and I’m still lost on what I should be doing. I’m cleaning a table at the cafe when someone walks in, it’s Whitney. She comes in laughing with a few others. I walk back behind the counter.“Welcome, what can I get for you?” “For starters you can get out of our pack.” One of the girls tease, they all laugh. Wow, super clever, you’re so smart. I put on a fake smile.“And your order?” I ask.“Three vanilla lattes.” Whitney says. I smile and start to work on their order.“So what are you and Shepard doing tomorrow?” One girl asks Whitney.“Oh he’s taking me out of town so we’ll be gone all day.” She says. So he’s made o