POV Aiden We transferred Paula to the clinic I had called in Miss Evens for any ideas on what could be happening to her. She arrived within the hour as expected carrying at least a dozen books. Elijah, Miss Evens and I all sat around the table in the break room. “Start at the beginning.” Miss Evens said pulling out a pen and a notebook. “Thea and Amira went swimming at the pond at the end of the creek. They noticed the blood in the water and followed it to find Gavin’s body. When Thea contacted me saying he was dead I didn’t believe her at first. Neither the Luna or I felt anything from him out of the ordinary. Not that I make an effort to feel for him.” I said rolling my eyes. Miss Evens jotted down her notes before chewing on her pen. “You said you think Gavin was moved to the creek before he was killed?” She asked. “I couldn’t be sure but there was no blood trail. Distinct drag marks ran from the tree to the creek but there were no signs of blood. Splatter on the bank l
POV Aiden Paula was still groggy from sedation but we hoped she could help us figure out what was going on between her and her wolf. Miss Evens and I sat in chairs next to her trying not to scare her anymore that she was. “Paula, can you hear me?” I asked. “Where am I?” She asked. “We moved you to the clinic and sedated your wolf. There’s some concern that Gavin’s death has effected her.” I told her. “Who is this Gavin you keep mentioning is dead. I don’t know anyone by that name.” She replied. Miss Evens and I looked at each other. My concern growing about her mental state. “How about we try this a different way.” Miss Evens said. “Why don’t you tell us about yourself and we will see if we can piece together what’s going on from there.” “Ok.” She said calming down a little. “My name is Paula Lawrence. I’m a member of the Black Moon pack.” Miss Evens and I looked at each other with raised eyebrows. “My husband David and I have three children, Emma, Brandon and Emery
POV Thea The pack buzzed excitedly at the arrival of Paula’s family. Strange to think how open everyone was to the idea that she had a whole other life outside of Omega Gavin. Amira and I got tasked with arranging the grandchildren’s rooms. We jumped at the opportunity to get out of the pack house. The Alpha and Luna have been a little over bearing. I know losing Eric has made them overly cautious but the mere fact that Omega Gavin died near us doesn’t necessarily put us at risk. Candice and Brent made the decision to quickly for me. They didn’t even think about letting me stay home. Now Amira and I are basically on lock down. We can’t leave the house even to go to school without warriors with us. Amira likes to pretend we are royalty who needs guards to protect us. Leaving it to her to find a way to make it fun. It wasn’t much but Alpha Aiden wanted to put them up in a few empty houses down the road from the pack house. Overall it would be small for as many people as were
POV Joann Thomas pushed a connection with Aiden and I. “You’re going to want to see this.” He said before cutting the connection. A few minutes later we could hear Thomas pull up. Aiden and I waited in the kitchen, Thomas was never really one for surprises so we weren’t sure what to expect. The caravan of Black Moon pack should arrive any time now. I was hopeful that he had finally found his mate, he is so dedicated and devoted to this pack. He deserves to find his own happiness. With Paula’s family coming we had wanted to set up a dinner or casual party in case any of them or the warriors escorting them had mates here. Hopefully as Paula got better we could arrange something but as of now it would be in poor taste. The front door opened and I could hear Thomas tell someone we were in the kitchen. A deep gravely voice replied. “I know the way.” Aiden and I looked at each other before a massive figure appeared in the doorway. He had to crouch down to avoid hitting his head
POV Thea Walking into the pack house the smell hit me first. Luna’s amazing cooking filled the house with delicious smells but that wasn’t what had my mouth watering. Coming around the corner first I saw Luna Joann but the man behind her made my heart stop. Time froze the second I heard him growl “Mate.” Amira snapping me back to reality when she elbowed me making a clicking noise as she popped her tongue off the roof of her mouth. “Nice!” Is all she said. “Do you wake up thinking of ways to embarrass me?” I asked. My face turning red. “Most days but this one just fell in my lap.” She beamed as she grabbed the bags I had dropped. He went to move towards me but the Luna stopped him with her palm against his chest. Her hand looked like a child’s against his brood chest. “Eric wait, she’s not yet 18. She can’t know you’re her mate yet.” Joann said sternly. Eric growled loudly before looking down at Luna Joann. “I understand mother.” “Eric?” Selova. “I told you he was rea
POV Thea We didn’t make it to the gate before Jason wanted answers. “So what are we really up to?” He asked. “If I tell you do you promise not to make fun of me?” I asked. “Absolutely not, that would be against my nature.” He held his hand up to his heart. “I promise to relentlessly make fun of you any chance I get until the day I die!” “I have grown to expect nothing less.” I told him. “I want to get Eric some clothes. I know it’s stupid but he saved me. I’ve been living with his pack and his family this whole time while he went through…” My mind drifted off as I looked out the window thinking of the deep scars that covered his body. “We don’t know what happened to him but he could be my mate. At least he’s sure he is and I know it’s nothing compared to what he’s done for me but it’s something.” Jason didn’t say anything just continued to look at the road as we passed the gates. “You think it’s dumb don’t you?” I asked. For once he didn’t have a smart ass comment. His fac
POV Joann My head was still spinning. Could Thea really be Eric’s mate? As if today couldn’t get more overwhelming. Paula’s family arrived shortly after Thea and Jason left the territory. I wasn’t sure what to expect but it was definitely a relief when they arrived. I wouldn’t have been surprised if they had blamed us for Paula’s disappearance but on the contrary they were just relieved that we had contacted them. Beta Sebastian lead the way as is customary. They all bore a striking resemblance to Paula. Her dark brown hair, olive complexion and hazel eyes passed down in one way or another to her children and grandchildren. Her mate David on the other hand looked completely out of place. His long dark brownish red hair put back in a neat braid that came to the middle of his back. His full red beard did nothing to hide his bright freckles against his pale skin. I laughed to myself. Paula was always nice but never very friendly. She seemed quite and reserved but her family to
POV Thea When we got back to the car my phone was blinking. I had missed a call from Luna Joann. I sent her a quick text message. “On our way back now. Sorry I left my phone in the car.” My phone instantly buzzed. “Glad you’re ok. I was getting worried. Dinner is at seven.” She messaged back. Looking at the time, we had over an hour to get back. Returning just before dark, it was obvious that Paula’s family had arrived by the four cars parked in front of the pack house with out of state plates. Although I was happy for Paula to have her family here I had to admit I didn’t want to stay in a house filled with strangers. Jason sensing my hesitation. “Do you want to go home first?” “That would be great. I really like to shower and change clothes before we have to meet all these people.” Pulling up to the house Brent and Candice were home. I left the bags in the car and went inside. Candice greater me with a smile and a hug. “How is sleeping at the pack house?” She asked.