Chapter 2- Wren

I slowly pull my legs out of the river. I move to my knees in front of him and move my hair to one side to bare my neck to him to show submission. I also keep my head lowered to show respect. Not that it will save me from the lashing I’m about to get, but I don’t think I should piss off the Alpha anymore than I already have by breaking his rules. 

I hear the snapping of bones meaning the Alpha is shifting to human form. “What are you doing out here, omega?” 

“I wanted to explore the forest, to have a taste of freedom before the auction tonight,” I answer honestly, looking up at the Alpha. 

I’ve seen Alpha Valen from a distance before, and I knew he was a handsome man, but seeing him up close is different. His long black hair goes slightly past his shoulders, it’s a disheveled mess at the moment. His dark blue eyes have hints of black specs swirling in them. He’s an obsidian alpha meaning he has a black wolf, and he is very strong. I don’t know if all obsidian wolves' names are also obsidian or if that's just a coincidence. Obsidian wolves are the most powerful of all Alpha’s hence why Valen is ruling our pack. 

Alpha Valen is pure muscle and hardlines. He has slightly chest hair and a happy trail that goes between his six-pack leading all the way to his penis, which is huge and not even all the way erect. I pull my eyes back to his face with its slightly sharp jawline. Damn, why is he so hot? I can feel myself heating up just thinking about what he would do to me. 

My wolf hums in approval. Strange, that’s the first time I’ve felt a response from her. I know my wolf is there, but I didn’t think omegas could sense their wolves. We can’t talk to them because we can’t transform. I brush the strange encounter off and chalk it up to nerves. 

“You are in the auction tonight?” The Alpha asks, looking at me like I might be a meal. 

“Yes, Alpha. I turned eighteen a few months ago.” I answer, swallowing hard. Why is looking at me like he is going to do things to me that I will enjoy? 

I’m used to being ogled by warriors and high-ranking wolves. I’m told I’m pretty. I guess I am. I also have rusty red hair, and she-wolves with red hair have a reputation for being spicy in bed. I don’t know who the hell started that rumor, but it definitely doesn't help redheads, especially red-headed omegas like myself. 

Except, I don’t think the Alpha is looking at me because of my red hair, or because of my nice body. I know I have slightly bigger boobs, curves, and a cute ass. That’s what I’ve been told by Candice, or Candi as she prefers to be called. She’s my best friend. We both are omegas and facing the auction tonight. Candi insists I will attract a great high-ranking wolf at the auction, and I have nothing to fear. She thinks I will be a breeder and not a sex slave. Neither brings me comfort. 

“Do you know why I have the rule that omegas aren’t allowed in the woods?” The Alpha inquires. I shake my head no. “Because omegas scents attract rogues to our borders. They are desperate to breed so they hunt near pack borders hoping to find wandering omegas like yourself.” 

I swallow hard. I didn’t know that’s why we were forbidden to enter the forest. I thought it was to limit our freedom not to protect us and the pack from rogues. Now I feel like a fool for coming out here. All I wanted was some freedom before my future became sealed to some unknown fate. 

“I’m sorry, I didn’t know. My curiosity got the better of me.” 

“It might have gotten you killed. Do you think whatever will happen to you after the auction is bad? The rogues would be worse. They would rape you until you were pregnant and then repeat the process after you give birth. You’d be dead in a few years if you were lucky.” 

“Well, isn’t that what some pack wolves do anyway? Maybe not the rape part, but breeding omegas until they are so weak they are even more worthless than before. Those omegas end up dead too.” I counter, unsure of why I’m trying to argue with the Alpha. 

“That doesn’t happen in my pack.” He defends, taking a step closer to me. 

I snort. “Not that you know of. How many omegas have turned up spontaneously dead? How many of them have unknown causes, died while giving birth, or better yet, how many just randomly died in their sleep? Do you think to investigate why they died, or does it not matter because they are just omegas?” 

For a second, I see him ponder my question before he approaches me and roughly grabs me. “You are in enough trouble, omega. Do you think it’s wise to argue with me?” His eyes glaze over, which means he’s mind linking. Most likely warriors to come and haul my ass to the dungeons. 

I stay silent. He’s right; I’m enough trouble. Trying to argue omega's rights isn’t going to help my case. I’m going to be whipped with a whip dipped in wolfbane with silver tips. It’s going to hurt, and the wolfbane will temporarily stop me from healing. I wonder if I will be wiped before or after the auction. 

The Alpha’s eyes turned to normal, and he looks me up and down. Part of me hates the way he looks at me, while the other part loves it. My wolf hums, happy that Alpha Valen is touching us. She likes the way he looks at us. What is going on? How is it that I can suddenly sense my wolf’s emotions?

“Suddenly you have nothing to say?” The Alpha’s words break my concentration. 

“There’s no point. Nothing I say will make a difference. I’m just an omega, and I don’t matter.” I reply, looking into his dark blue eyes. 

“Didn’t seem to stop you earlier from opening your mouth. Perhaps you should put that mouth of yours to better use. Give me a taste of what you have to offer.” He suggests. 

I know where he is going with his suggestion. I’ve never done anything sexual. It’s forbidden for omegas to do anything sexual before they are eighteen. I only turned eighteen a few months ago, and luckily no one has figured it out. Some omegas brag about turning eighteen, so they can tempt warriors and high-ranking wolves to help them gain experience before the auction. 

“I might disappoint you, Alpha. I’ve never sucked cock before.” 

“You have to start somewhere.” He shoves me back to my knees and grabs my hair. 

I grit my teeth at his rough grip. He pulls my head towards his cock. I open my mouth and take his semi-hard cock into my mouth. My wolf stirs more, enjoying pleasing the Alpha. I suck and lick the Alpha’s cock, oddly enjoying pleasing him. I shouldn’t enjoy it, but goddess help me, I do. The Alpha fucks my mouth, groaning his pleasure as I enjoy the fucked up situation myself. Curse my natural omega instincts to please. 

The part of this that’s baffling me is that I’m connecting with my wolf. Does the Alpha have that effect on all omegas? If it’s just me, then why? I’m so confused. It’s not like I will figure out why the Alpha has this effect on me because after he public whips me, someone else will buy me at the auction. 

The Alpha is enjoying himself as he fucks my mouth rougher. He hits the back of my throat a few times, and I gag a little, but the Alpha doesn’t stop until he growls his release. Warm, salty liquid fills my mouth, and I quickly swallow before the Alpha pulls out of my mouth. 

Someone clears their throat. The Alpha and I look over to see two warriors. My cheeks heat. How long have they been there? I should get used to it as I might have to perform sexual acts in public. 

“Alpha, you summoned us.” One of the warriors speaks. 

“Yes, take this omega to the dungeons and prepare for a public whipping. I will have a few other warriors patrol around here to make sure no rogues found her scent.” 

“As you wish, Alpha.” They both say in unison. 

“Oh, and no one is to touch her. The omega is mine.” 

“Yes, Alpha.” They say again in unison as the Alpha pushes me toward them. They each take one of my arms. What does the Alpha mean I’m his? 

I can’t even question it because the two warriors start hauling me away. A dozen questions start running through my head. If the Alpha is claiming me, does that mean I don't have to go to the auction? Or do I still go, but the Alpha is going to be the one who purchases me? 

Alpha Valen has never purchased an omega before. You would think as Alpha Supreme, he would have several omegas, but he doesn’t. He just borrows omegas from his Beta or others. There were rumors he would purchase an omega for breeding this year. Did I just become the Alpha’s breeder?