Robbie! I can link you! I respond back to him, thrilled with the development.
Just then, the Omega staff come out carrying plates for dinner. I’m suddenly nervous. This is my team and I know they’re capable of handling all of this, but if something goes wrong it falls back on me still, and there are so many guests here to critique the entire meal.
Robbie stands as plates are being placed in front of all the guests to give a speech before we all eat. “Thank you all for joining us today. It’s been a great honor to be handed the pack and trusted with the safety and wellbeing of everyone in it. And I want to thank the Omegas of the Lunar Falls Pack that are here serving all our wonderful guests here. You all are what make the day to day in this pack run smoothly. Well done! I’m honored to be your Alpha and will spend my time showing appreciation for everyone in this pack for all that you contribute. Thank you for making this day, and every day in this pack wonderful. Now, let’s eat!” he finishes and sits down like he didn’t just say something that no other Alpha would say.
My dad is staring at him, unsure what to say, while my mom smirks, proud to have raised a son who is considerate. I’m debating glancing in front of me to see how the Royals are taking this when I hear King Peter stand and start applauding. Seth follows and I see Queen Audrey join. I stand and join them, as do my parents. Robbie is staring at us like we’re crazy, and I realize he really didn’t realize the impact his speech would have. I can hear others begin to join us behind us and, after a glance over my shoulder, I realize that not everyone shares his feelings but no one would dare not follow the Royal Family in their applause.
Molls, please sit down. This is embarrassing. I hear Robbie in my head.
You’re the one who did it. Out here telling Alphas to respect every member of their pack. I giggle and Robbie rolls his eyes. But as a good sister, I went ahead and sat down, my dad following, and then the rest of our table. After a moment, the room quiets and I can hear the sound of people beginning to eat.
“Were you two planning to let me know that you can link each other now or were you just planning to team up and cause havoc together in silence?” My mom asks Robbie and me.
“Mom, I’m the Alpha now. I answer to no one!” Robbie answers her jokingly with a laugh.
“In our defense, we did just discover that we could.” I tell her.
“That’s great! Though I must admit, I feel a little left out now th at you can all link but I still can’t reach you Molly.” She says and I know she meant it as a joke, but I feel a pain that I’ve made things difficult for her. Seth must be able to feel my emotions like I’ve been feeling his, because his arm immediately reaches my shoulder that is opposite to him and he pulls me towards him and kisses my head. No one says anything but Queen Audrey’s face is showing that she definitely didn’t miss the action.
Finally, the Omegas reach our table with the food. “I’m so sorry Molly.” Stella, a young omega tells me. “It was Courtney’s first event and she started serving from the back.” she tells me. “I’m truly sorry, Alphas, Your Majesties.” She finished, flustered and with a bow.
“It’s ok Stella.” I reassure her. “If Oliver did his job right, it’s all edible.” I tell her and she giggles. “He DID do his job, right?” I ask her and she continues to giggle.
“Really though, Stella. It looks great.” I tell her. “You all did a great job without me.” and she beams at the compliment. With another bow to the royals and a slight smile at my brother, she offers her thanks and leaves us.
“Tell me about her.” my brother snaps at me aggressively.
“It was a mistake, Robbie. It wasn’t even hers and she apologized.” I tell him, confused about why he’s acting like this.
“I’m not mad. Just tell me about her. Stella, right?” He asks, and I realize he’s fighting his wolf back.
“Yeah, Stella. She’s sweet. Her dad was a pack warrior and died a few years ago. Her mom died a few weeks ago but she worked in the kitchen with me. Stella asked to take her place but she’s still in school so I have her helping in the kitchen around her school schedule. She’s in her last year, so I plan to let her move into the kitchen full time when she’s done if she wants.”
“You’re making her work?” he snaps at me.
“She asked me to. I wouldn’t let her drop out and work full time like she had wanted when it’s so close to the end of the school year. And I only let her work when her homework is done. I also won’t let her work on Friday nights so she can hang out with her friends and be a kid. Her parents both died, she needs the money.” I tell him defensively. I’ve not done anything wrong. I thought I was helping her out.
“She shouldn’t be working,” he continues with his attitude.
“Robert, ” my mom interjects. “I don’t think your sister is forcing kids to work in the kitchens. It sounds like she’s been working to find a way to help her- Stacy, was it?”
“Stella.” I correct.
“She’s mine.” Robert growls out lowly, where only those closest could hear.
I realize then that he thinks she’s his mate. “Robbie, that can’t be. She’s not 18 yet. And you’ve met her many times before.”
“Molly, I’m sure of this. When is her birthday?” He demands.
“I think next month. I wrote it on the calendar we keep in the kitchen recently. I can check for you later.” I tell him, still in disbelief, he thinks she’s his mate.
“There have been reports of Alphas being able to find their mate before they shift.” King Peter adds to the conversation. “But there’s not much information on it. And I’ve never actually met someone who experienced it. It’s supposed to be a sign of a very strong wolf, though,” he continues.
“You can’t tell her until then.” I tell Robbie. “You’ll scare her if you try to,” and he nods in understanding. “She really is great. I’m sure she’ll make an amazing Luna.”
I’m happy for Robbie, but I’m sure he’ll do something to embarrass himself while waiting for her birthday.
“The dinner is really good.” Seth tells me, changing the subject from my brother, and honestly, it makes me feel really good that he likes it.
“Thank you,” I tell him. “It’s Robbie’s favorite.” and it’s true. My brother would sell his soul for my roast chicken. He picked potatoes and broccoli to go with it.
“It doesn’t taste quite the same as when you make it, but it’s close. Still, it’s better than you’ll find at other packs, for sure.” Robbie says with a smile.
“You had better get used to this version of it.” Dad states. “Molly will be leaving with Prince Seth and then we’ll all have to eat sub-par meals while the Prince gets the good stuff every day.”
“Molly won’t be in the kitchen every day.” Seth tells my dad, “But I do hope you’ll cook for me sometimes if it will always taste this good.” and I know he means well, but I don’t like the sound of that one bit.
I want to say something in response but there’s a lot of people around so I decide to just let it go and talk to him about it later. We’ve just met, and I still think there’s a chance he’ll reject me. We haven’t talked about what is to be expected of me if he doesn’t. And what does a princess actually do, anyways?
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