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Marly POV Warm. I was so warm, and there was a weight on my body. I could not move away from the heat source. I groaned, as my eyes were still closed, and I had no sense of where I was. I wiggled around, trying to dislodge the weight across my body. I had to use the washroom, and the delay was adding unwanted pressure on my body. My eyes slowly opened, forcing me to remember the events before I fell asleep. I gasped and whipped my body around, effectively waking the person who was keeping me warm. “Good morning,” Carson mumbled as he stretched. As he did, hardness was poking my body. I felt my face go red with embarrassment. I had sex before but had never woken up with somebody. And I was limited in my experience. “Where are my pillows?!?” I shrieked, remembering my wall of pillows that were supposed to keep us separated. Carson chuckled, “They were in the way,” he teased, as he swung his legs over the side of the bed.
Carson POV I was pissed that Marly was so obedient as to bow to Jenna. I knew this was a problem, and I had no idea how to fix it. Marly would need to be stronger, if she were to take over as Luna. But Jenna would fight all the way to retain the title. It was no secret that the Elders wanted me to take Jenna as my mate. Now that Marly was here, I could not see myself with anybody else but her. It was fucked up. How did I end up mated with an Omega? Anything else would be easy to defend, but an Omega was going to be a challenge. But I loved a challenge, I thought with a smirk. “Marly is not going anywhere,” I found myself saying. I felt like everything was getting away from me. I wanted the chance to see what could happen between Marly and me. I also did not want to hurt her. I knew she had her own doubts in who she was. It made me want her more. Made me want to show her what I saw, when I looked at her.
Marly POV We had spent most of the morning getting me registered for school. They sent my transcript over so we would have a copy. Carson looked at the transcript and then looked at me. “This is incredible,” he murmured, as he looked back at the document in front of him. I had to admit I had a sense of pride at his comment. I had worked hard and had never received any acknowledgement from my family for my efforts. Mind you that just motivated me to do better with my eye on the target of leaving. Now I was away from them, I was one step closer to realizing my dream. “I have some IT work, I would like you to take a look at,” Carson stated. I looked at him in surprise. “You must have a team who does that work?” I questioned. Carson nodded, “I do, but we have had an issue lately that my people cannot seem to figure out,” he admitted. “Like what?” I asked, my curiosity now getting the better of me. “I
Carson POV I cringed at the voice that we encountered. Elder Timothy. The Elder trying the hardest to push me to accept Jenna as my mate and Luna. “Timothy,” I acknowledged, as did Jeff. “And who might these women be?” Timothy asked as he looked down his nose at both women. Pausing, Jeff introduced Sarah. “This is my mate, and our Beta Female,” Jeff said proudly. Timothy stood a little taller, “I hope she is prepared to handle her duties,” the Elder stated rudely. Jeff tensed as Sarah looked visible taken aback. “She is more than prepared for her duties,” Jeff stated angrily. Timothy’s view slowly landed on Marly. I could feel her try to hide behind me. I gently pulled her forward, “I heard you have a mate, Carson. Surely, this is a joke?” he demanded. My anger rose, as I felt Marly shrink in front of him. “No joke, Timothy. And none of your business,” I replied, as I made a move to step around him.
Marly POV My heart raced as I waited to see what Carson’s reaction would be. I was an amateur at hacking, but I had quickly found the discrepancy in the code. What perplexed me was how Carson’s IT team had missed it. Or had they ignored it? I had no idea, but I was anxiously waiting for his reply. “How?” he asked tersely. I looked up at him, as he continued to monitor the screen. “Do you see these letters here?” I asked as I pointed to a particular section. Nodding, “Yes,” he confirmed. “That was built inside the system. If someone were to hack your system, I would see their fingerprints, if you will, in the code,” I summarized. “What happens if you delete it?” he asked. I held my breath for a moment, before slowly releasing it. “It will take us back to whoever’s computer created it,” I stated. “Will you be able to find out who is hacking our system?” he asked. I looked at him, “If someone is in fact hacking it,
Carson POV I felt the bullet slice through the flesh of my skin. It was only a flesh wound, but the feeling of silver in the bullet left a trail of burning flesh. I moved forward, grabbing the shooter by the throat and ripping his head from his body. I should have waited to kill him, but I knew there were others nearby. I waited for the others to call out clear, waiting for Jeff and Sarah to respond as the final team. I heard scuffling and a man shout out in pain. I moved towards the back of the house, to see Jeff and Sarah dragging a man with them. I did not recognize him but would get to know him intimately very soon. Jeff shoved the man towards me, and he fell to his knees. “Why?” I demanded. The man simply laughed at me. I backhanded him, watching blood spurt from his lips. He looked back with a smirk, like he was high. Blood was staining his teeth. “Who are you?” I asked, moving closer to the man.
Marly POV I felt the pain in my head. Throbbing, making me feel nauseous. I tried to sit up, but I realized I was tied down with something. I tried to open my eyes, but my eyelids were heavy. Like they were weighted down. I tried to connect with Layla, my wolf, but I was met with silence. “She should not wake up for a couple hours. We are fine to leave her alone,” the voice said. I struggled to open my eyes. I was certain I recognized the voice but the fogginess in my brain was preventing me from putting my finger on who it was. Why was the voice so familiar and why did a chill run down my spine? I must have passed out again from the pain. I woke again, feeling a bit better. I was not feeling sick anymore, and I felt a little more alert this time. I slowly peeled my eyes open and was met with a room that was darkening. There was a window in the room, and I could see that the day was turning to night.
Marly POV “How long have I been here?” I wondered. I had not had any food or water. I had only seen the Gamma a handful of times. I wondered if he was just confirming I was still alive. I did not feel like I would be much longer. I was weak and my arms and legs were numb from having been in the same position for so long. I heard voices, and I strained to see what I could hear. I heard mumbling, and the voices were clearer as they got closer to the room where I was being held. I held my breath, afraid of what was on the other side of the door. The doorknob turned and I felt my breath expel quickly. Alpha Luke stood at the door entrance, a smirk on his face. “Aren’t so cocky now are you, Omega?” he taunted. “I was never cocky,” I rasped out, wanting to beat him, but with my hands tied I did not know how it would or could happen. “Of course, but you did not hesitate to leave when you had the chance,” he commented.
Carson POV I knew I should have handled Jenna better, but she had pissed me off in her assumptions. I needed to arrange a conversation with the Elders to advise I would be hosting Marly’s ceremony within the week. I knew that would come with its own challenges, but I was prepared to stand up for my mate. We went back to our room, showered and got ready for breakfast. As we were finishing, I received word that the King would be arriving within the hour. Wanting to prepare with Jeff, I looked to Marly, “The King will be here shortly. Let’s go so we can prepare for the meeting,” I suggested. Marly stood, as did Jeff and Sarah. As we went to exit the room, I saw Elder Timothy making a bee line towards me. I sighed inwardly, as I tried to avoid him. He sped up blocking my exit. “What is the meaning of this?” I asked Timothy. “You know damn well what the meaning is. Why have you shut Jenna out? As the Luna of this Pack, the
Marly POV I stretched, feeling delicious soreness between my legs. Every minute with Carson was heaven, and I was grateful to the Moon Goddess for bringing him to me. I reached over to Carson’s side of the bed and was disappointed when I felt an empty space. I opened my eyes and looked around. Carson was not here. As I was about to call out to him, the washroom door opened, and Carson walked out with a towel wrapped around his waist. With a pout, I looked at him, “I wanted to have a shower with you,” I said. Carson looked up, not realizing I was awake. He smiled as he came over and gave me a good morning kiss that curled my toes. ‘We will shower together later; I need to get to the training grounds,” he said. I looked at him, “When will I start training?” I asked excitedly, as I swung my feet out of the bed. I was a little embarrassed at being naked, but Carson came up to stand in front of me, “Never be embarrassed in fro
Carson POV I waited for confirmation from our witch, that a spell had been placed on the young Alpha. Receiving confirmation, I looked to Marly, seeing her asleep in bed. She was exhausted, and I had laid with her until she fell asleep. I shut the door to our room, and went to open the main door, allowing Jeff and Sarah to enter. “What did you find?” I asked softly. They recognized the need to be quiet, and spoke quietly as well. “Jenna and Elder Timothy are suspect; but Jenna did only visit the new mom today at the hospital. Elder Timothy tried to get in to see Alpha Maxwell, but was not permitted in,” he shared. “What does he want with the Alpha?” I considered, as we all sat down in the sitting area. “Sarah, does anything stand out to you?” I asked, knowing she had more knowledge of the Alpha. “The only thing he could want with Maxwell would be to build an alliance,” she suggested. “An alliance how?” I q
Marly POV I had fear racing through my body. I knew this was necessary, but I also knew it was going to result in more challenges. Challenges I was not prepared to face. I knew Carson was strong, and would be prepared to fight for us, but was I strong enough to fight for us as well? “You are strong enough,” Layla assured me in my mind. “What good is being able to read someone’s past, if I cannot get close enough to them?” I questioned. “Marly, seeing the past is but one of your talents. Talents grow with the person and the wolf. You need to gain confidence in your abilities. You are more than you believe you are,” she shared with me. “What does that mean?” I asked, curious about what the future held. “I cannot tell you any more than that. Just trust me and promise me that you will fight for our future,” she said, as she slipped back in my mind. As if the conversation ended, I realized we were at the hospital doors.
Carson POV I took Marly’s hand and knew she was reluctant to go and see her ex-mate. “I will not leave you,” I promised her again as she went with me out the pack house door and towards the hospital. “I could wait in the hall for you,” she suggested, as I shook my head. “Until this is figured out, I am not letting you out of my sight,” I told her. We walked into the hospital, in time to see Jenna and Elder Timothy leaving the hospital. “What the hell are you two doing here?” I demanded. Jenna looked to Timothy, who simply shook his head, “We were visiting a new mother,” he advised. “Why would an Elder take on that responsibility?” I questioned, knowing they were both full of shit. No newborns had been brought into this world. I would have been advised. “As Luna, I take my responsibilities seriously,” Jenna replied, sounding offended at my lack of compassion. As I left them both, with Marly close at my side, I saw the doctor,
Marly POV “You are the missing sister,” I replied, watching her reaction. She looked embarrassed, ashamed and then angry. “I am hardly missing,” she stated, as she stared at me defiantly, continuing to look after Maxwell. “Why did you kidnap me?” I asked, watching her reaction. She looked at me with anger, “Your mate has my father; therefore, until your mate gives him back, you will suffer,” she said, as she turned her glare on Carson. I looked to Carson. They did not realize their father was dead. I looked to her, “Maxwell knows your father is dead,” I told her softly. She looked at me with tears in her eyes, “No, that is not true,” she whispered. “It is true. Ask him,” I encouraged her. She looked down to Maxwell. His eyes were closed, but she nudged him to open his eyes. The lies were evident on his face, “I am sorry,” he said, as the young woman started to cry.“Your father was evil and had to die,” Carson responded, n
Marly POV I could not open my eyes from the pain in my head. What had happened? I had been hit, and I blacked out. But not before I saw her. I was still confused about what had happened, but I needed to open my eyes and figure out where I was. As I opened my eyes, I realized it was pitch black. I was trapped in something. I paused and listened for clues as to where I was. I was moving, but the air was stuffy. I could hear people talking but could not make out what they were saying. I groaned as I tried to focus. I felt the movement slow down and then speed up again. A vehicle. I am in the trunk of a vehicle, I realize. Where are they taking me and why? I cannot sit here and wait for them to stop. I need to try and get out of here. I feel around, trying to feel for a weapon or something I can use if they stop suddenly. Finding nothing, I realize I will need to be the weapon. “I am with you, Marly,”
Marly POV Making love with Carson was the best experience of my life. I had not known that being close with your mate would be so special. It was more than I could have hoped for, and I wanted to do it again, and often, I thought with a chuckle. Carson looked up at me with a questioning look on his face, before his face changed and I could see he was mind-linking with someone. “Fuck!” he muttered, as he moved me gently off his body. I instantly felt cold and alone, “What is wrong?” I asked, getting out of the bed with him. “Rogues,” he said, as he turned to look at me. “You stay here. I will go and see what is going on,” he suggested, as I shook my head. “No, I want to go with you. We both know I am stronger than we thought. I can help,” I said, moving to throw one of his t-shirts over my naked body. “Marly, it is too dangerous to have you shift until we know what is coming at us,” Carson cautioned. I simply stared at him
Carson POV “Yes?” I asked, wanting to confirm what I had heard. Marly smiled shyly, “Yes” she confirmed. I bent down slowly and kissed her lips. They were so soft; I nibbled at them as she moaned against my mouth. I slipped my tongue between her open lips, sliding it against her tongue. Tasting her essence. I felt Marly’s hands move tentatively from around my waist up towards my chest. Her small hands were creating a ripple affect over my body. I felt a heat in the path of her movements. Her fingers went to the buttons of my shirt. She broke our kiss and kissed where she had opened the first button. She continued this as she moved down towards the bottom of the shirt. Standing, she licked her way back up my body, causing my heartbeat pick up in anticipation of what was to come next. She pushed the shirt off my shoulders, and let her fingers move across my body. “You are amazing, Carson,” she murmured as she moved closer