All Chapters of The New Wolf: Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

When Lucas finished his run he held his head high and walked into the lodge. He didn't pass many people, but those he did were quick to stare and whisper to their friends. Lucas was glad everyone knew. He went straight to his apartment. All of the broken furniture was gone, none of his personal effects were touched yet. He was certain whoever was getting the apartment after him was annoyed at the delay. "I've been waiting for you all day," Roxy said. He was not surprised to see her sitting on the couch, arms crossed. She rose and walked towards him, her eyes narrowed. He expected some anger from her over picking Clara. He needed her support though, and that meant keeping his plans secret. "I went for a run." "Do you think that's wise with everything going on?" "I take it you heard about my challenge?" The mask of anger Roxy wore transform

"Don't bother," Gary said. "I like you Lucas. You're a little intense, and I don't know the whole back story or what actually happened with your mate, but you're an amazing fighter and an asset to the pack. I still won't be able to back you. I'm happy with James as the alpha." Word had spread Lucas was looking for a vote. As predicted he had seven lined up, but so far most of the conversations had been like this. Some people ran away as soon as they saw him coming. "James kept me and Clara apart. You haven't met your mate yet, what if he does that to you?" Lucas decided to try a new angle. "Everyone knows you were sleeping with Roxy after you met Clara. Then you still made it clear she was off limits to every guy here. I don't think James had anything to do with that." Lucas knew he should have been more discreet with Roxy. He debated on arguing how confused he was, but didn't think that would help h

Touching her sent electricity flowing through Lucas. He commended himself at the restraint he had shown. A large part of him wanted to take her right then and there, but he had too much in the works now. Once he was alpha she would be his. Lucas sat in the truck far enough back he wouldn't be noticed by James. It didn't take long for the two alphas to leave their meeting. He watched as they moved what he assumed were Marilyn's belongings between vehicles. There was no reason an alpha had to come for a task this trivial, and why would he bring Clara back here? Lucas snorted. They were both so dumb. Then enlightenment hit. Clara must have wanted to come. He thought her scared act was a little over the top. She wanted him, or at least to be close to him. There was no other explanation. The group split up. James and Marilyn walked down the street while David went back in the coffee shop. Lucas gripped th

Lucas was pacing back and forth in his apartment. He debated on running away. He would be an outcast, but at least he'd be alive. The challenge was going to be called any minute. He spent the week begging and pleading with people to back him, but could not find an eighth vote. Lucas wouldn't run though, he still had pride. If he ran now his legacy would be that of a coward. Even if death came tonight at least there would be some dignity. A knock came on his door. Lucas choked down the fear and dread that wanted to bubble over. When he opened it one of the council member's men stood there. Lucas wore black gym clothes but his escort was dressed to the nines. "It's time." Lucas nodded. Keeping his face straight. He didn't say a word as he walked down the empty halls. Everyone in the pack was outside. Lucas and James would be the last two to arrive. The cold win

It was close to midnight when David came home. Clara was sitting on the couch, trying not to let her mind wander too far. "I am so sorry about this," he said. Clara looked up at him. He was covered in grease. A small laugh came out. "The problem with the furnace was bigger than we thought. The temperature is supposed to drop next week so if we didn't get it fixed we ran the risk of pipes freezing. Peter also refused to spend the night somewhere else. I know better than to try and argue with a stubborn old man." "It's fine, really," Clara said. "No it's not. Tonight was supposed to be our night. I had this whole thing planned for when you got home. I really screwed up." "I want to wrap my arms around you and give you a kiss to let you know I think it's sweet you saw to Peter tonight, but you're so dirty I can't touch you." "I smell pretty