I see her close her eyes and take a deep breath, “I, Rebel Lawson, accept you Austin Willis of the Blackstone pack as my Alpha.” She says and looks to me like she’s asking if she said it right. I smile encouragingly, and cut my palm and hold it out to her. She gently grabs it and drinks and then licks my hand as the cut heals. Suddenly, a rush of feelings comes sweeping in my mind from her, trust is the biggest. She is trusting me not to hurt her and it’s followed very closely by nervousness and uncertainty. I push out my aura to comfort her and I see her relax again. But instead of smiling, she furrowed her eyebrows like she was trying to figure something out and even more puzzling what she said was completely unexpected. “I didn’t feel a tether break, but I felt yours snap into place. I don’t think I did it right.”
What the fuck?
Cullen POV
I arrived at the Lawson house. I heard Rachel Lawson the daughter of the former beta Harris Lawson was a local beauty. I wondered if she is related to Rebel Lawson. I didn’t feel Rebel was in my pack, so I doubt it. But two months ago, when I met her, I knew I couldn’t have someone like her as my Luna. I mean sure, she had great tits peeking through her shirt and her scent was nothing but temptation, but she didn’t look like Luna material and honestly, she was a too curvy for a man of my presence and stature. I needed someone refined and elegant. Not frumpy and poor. My wolf Jax, he didn’t talk to me for over six weeks. He wanted that she-wolf, why, I’ll never know. Either way, I haven’t been able to attack Austin’s pack since I was recovering from the rejection pain. It shouldn’t have hurt so much, since I’m an Alpha with a strong wolf, but it did. I decided the best thing to do, since the moon goddess clearly made a mistake, was to find my own Luna and take a chosen mate. She needed to be someone from my pack and preferably someone from a ranked family. I already had dinners over the last two weeks with other families. I wasn’t impressed. The dinners were subpar, the conversation was boring, and the she-wolves in question had no grace or elegance about them. Rachel was the last option. If she didn’t pan out, then I would search some neighboring packs in hopes of finding a suitable chosen mate.
As soon as I reach the door, Jax stirs around and starts trying to claw his way out. ‘Our mate is here! I smell our mate! I want our mate!’ My nostrils fill with Rebel’s scent. What? That can’t be right. I didn’t feel her connected to my pack. How is she here?
The door swings open, and Harris stands there with a welcoming smile. “Alpha Cullen, welcome, welcome! We are honored to have you here for dinner, please come in!” He gestures with his hands and I step inside. Immediately, Jax takes control before I had a chance to stop him. He smells Rebel and goes all the way upstairs to a standalone door. He opens the door and her scent overwhelms my nostrils. Wait, this isn’t right. This is the attic. Why is her scent the strongest in here? ‘Where is mate!?’ Jax is snarling. I agree, something isn’t right. I may have rejected her, but I don’t like knowing she has been here the entire time and living in the attic. “Harris, where is Rebel?” My face is serious and I am not about to let this man lie to me, I don’t care if he is the former beta.
“Alpha Cullen, she is out right now. Why are you so worried about her?” He asks with sweat rolling off the side of his forehead. “I have my reasons.” I say. “Go find her and bring her to me, now.” I order.
“Yes Alpha. I hope she hasn’t caused you any trouble, the silly girl some times gets away with herself. Please allow me to apologize on her behalf.” He says.
“My business with her is none of your business Harris. Go get her and bring her to me, NOW.” I may not want her as my Luna, but I could bring her on as a mistress and Jax would at least calm down. ‘No, I don’t want anyone else! Only mate! I will never accept any chosen mate human!’ he argues. ‘Not now Jax. If she agrees to be our mistress, you and I could enjoy her and have another mate as our Luna that looks the part. It’s a win-win for us.’ I explain to my stubborn wolf. He huffs and goes to the back of my mind, inhaling Rebel’s tempting scent. If Rachel is her sister, then it would definitely be twice as sweet. Besides, just because I rejected her, doesn’t mean she isn’t mine. I will keep her a secret to satisfy me when I need release.
I make my way back downstairs and see Harris’ mate Jules and daughter Rachel. Rachel just turned 18 years old and didn’t find her mate on her birthday. Come to think of it, I don’t remember Rebel there being an 18th birthday for her either. “Alpha Cullen! We are so excited to have you here for dinner in our humble home.” Jules says. Honestly, her voice is nauseating but with a tight smile I reply, “It’s certainly an interesting evening.”
Then I look at Rachel. She is attractive. More so then the other she-wolves I’ve had dinner with over the last two weeks. Maybe because she is a thinner version of Rebel, except for the hair. Hers is a dark brown, where Rebel’s is black with some red in it. They have to be related, but I don’t remember Harris and Jules having another daughter. As far as I know, he only had Rachel. If Rebel is related to Rachel, then why would Harris have her living in the attic? “Alpha would you like some tea or coffee? I can have the omegas prepare some for you.” Rachel asks, her voice too sugary. “I’m fine, thank you.” I reply curtly.
An hour passes, Harris still isn’t back with Rebel. What the hell is taking so long? Jax is getting restless and I’m getting irritated. Jules continues making pointless and meaningless small talk, while Rachel continues to bat her eyelashes at me and give me very inexperienced seductive stares. Just as I wanted to get up to leave, Harris walks in, without Rebel. I stand up immediately, “Well?” I ask with an eyebrow raised.
“I’m sorry Alpha, I cannot find her at the moment. I never know where she goes, but she should be back by midnight.” He says nervously.
“Why are you waiting for Rebel, Alpha? I thought you were here to spend time with me and my parents.” Rachel says. She seems annoyed. Good, this will work to exploit what is going on here. “Rachel, I’m here looking for a chosen mate. I cannot in good faith do that without sharing a meal with all the Lawsons, perhaps I will want your sister instead of you.” I say. I see her clench her teeth and ball her fists. “That fat bastard child is no sister of mine!” she explodes. Clearly, she doesn’t like Rebel based on that jealous rage.
“Rachel!” Harris yells and gives her a look to say ‘shut up.’
“What do you mean by ‘fat bastard child’ Rachel.” I ask. Right then, Harris tries to interrupt and explain, but I shut him down. “Stand down Harris or I will Alpha Command everyone in this household to speak!” I roar and turn back to Rachel. “Explain, NOW.” She starts hesitating and I interrupt her and turn to Harris. I send out my Alpha Command, “Harris, tell me who Rebel is to you and why didn’t I sense her in the pack.”
I see he is trying to resist explaining but fails. “She is my illegitimate daughter from a previous relationship I had before I met my mate.” He says and goes on to explain. “I didn’t want her existence to be known because of the embarrassment of having a bastard child. So I taught her to read, write, do basic math here. I trained her privately to fight here and whenever there is company, we have her prepare dinner and have her leave until midnight so our guests have time to spend here until they want to head home.”
So she is na?ve and ignorant. That is good. I think she will make a fine mistress. “Even if she is your illegitimate daughter, why is she living in the attic and not a bedroom?” Why is she living in squalor in her own father’s home? “She had a room, but we moved her to the attic so her room could be converted into a walk-in closet for Rachel.” No wonder Rachel is sitting on the sofa looking like a spoiled brat. She’s fuming at the ears because attention is not on her. I wonder how many times she has been told ‘no’ in her life.
“Where is her birth mother?” I push out my aura to keep him talking. “She died giving birth to Rebel. I took her in because she didn’t have anyone else. When she turned two, I met my mate and three years later, Rachel was born.” He says. He really doesn’t want to speak about this, but I’m not finished.
“You said she cooks and leaves until midnight. Did she cook tonight?” I ask him. “Yes Alpha.” He replies. “And instead of letting her enjoy dinner with us, you sent her away? Do you even care about her safety or if she eats?”
“Dad trains her to fight and she always packs herself food Alpha. Honestly, who cares what happens to her? She’s nothing more than a servant here. You shouldn’t concern yourself with her. I’m the better daughter. I’m not fat or illegitimate and I’m prettier. I would be better for your reputation than that nobody.” Rachel interrupts.
Quicker than a cobra I grab her by her neck, “I came here tonight for a chosen mate. I heard many nice things about you Rachel. But you are by far, the ugliest she-wolf I have met over these last two weeks. Your family is despicable and I have serious concerns about what is going on in this house!” I growl. “This is a stain on the pack’s reputation and by proxy, MY reputation. Do you think I would choose someone like you to be my Luna!?” I snarl. Her eyes water and her lips tremble. She’s afraid. Good, maybe she will shut the fuck up now.
“I’m waiting for her until midnight. You all had better hope nothing happens to her.” I harden my voice to them. I mind link my beta Max and tell him to bring guards enough for three people to escort them to the castle dungeons after Rebel gets back. I will look like a hero to her and make her my mistress and she will willingly agree to it while I look for my Luna. “Now, I want to taste what she cooked for my visit.”
Last night was definitely not what I expected. One evening can change the course of your life and it hits you like whgstash. Lexplains to Austin that I didn’t understand what mind linking was or what it meant to close a link Me Axirst at me several times last night like he couldn’t believe what I was saying. He taught me how to use the mind link though. It wasn’t hard to catch on. It was kind of like talking to Roxie. Then he showed me how to oke off the links or search for someone in the pack. He had me wake up Renz. I felt kind of bad since it was a little past one in the morning, but even though he seemed groggy, he didn’t seem upset. I learned how to nudge Austin’s link so he can answer me, in case the link is closed. Through everything, Austin was really patient with me. I was really appreciative that he didn’t get frustrated with me or yell at me.
I am in besi still. I don’t even know what time it is, but I feel cozy and warm. I feel Austin’s arm around my waist. He’s holding me from behind and it’s the first time, in what feels like my entire life, that I feel safe and warm.” Our mate is a protector. A sexy protector, So manly!’ Roxie growls low in my mind. Clearly, she is enjoying basking in the embrace of our mate. Don’t even act like you are not enjoying this too Rebel.’ She says, teasing me and sending me mental images of Austin’s broad shoulders and strong arms, I sigh contently and snuggle more into his embrace, before I feel something poking my back.
“Darling, if you keep moving like that, I’m not going to be able to control myself. I’m having a really hard time keeping my restraint with you wiggle that perfect ass against me.” He says low and sleepy. I stiffen and I don’t know why, but the idea of him losing his control has me clenching my thighs together with need. I’m sure he can smell my arousal from his words, but I can’t help myself. I guess this is the mate bond, I’m not sure.
I hear him inhale and his grip tightens on me, “Fuck Rebel!” and he turns me on me back and leans into me.” You are going to be the death of me.” He holds my hands over my head and I gasp when he crashes his lips on mine. This time is different from last night. Last night he started slow, this time it feels intense. Like he is desperate to kiss me and my body responds to what he is doing, making my insides melt to mush. I let out a moan and I think he likes it when I moan because he growls a very low approval against me. Slowly, he lowers one hand to one of my breasts and brushes his fingers against my nipples. I can’t help the moan that slips out again. I’ve never been touched like this in my life.
Much too soon, he pulls away, breathing ragged against my neck and sending shivers down my spine. I didn’t realize I could ever be affected by someone like this in my life. “Damn it, I want you right now Rebel. I intend to mate and mark you very soon, but first you need to eat and we really need to talk.” He says.
“Um, I would like to shower, but I uh, don’t have any clean clothes.” I say as I feel my cheeks warm up again.
He looks at me and it’s like he remembers that I literally left my old life behind and followed him into this new life with nothing more than the clothes on my back. He gets up and pulls a pair of gym shorts and a t-shirt from him dresser and hands them to me and says, “We will go shopping and get you everything you need later today. For now, this will need to do. The gym shorts have drawstrings on the inside you can pull and tie up.” I grab the clothes and follow him to the bathroom. “Everything you need is in the bathroom, but we will go shopping for your necessities later today too. Or maybe I will send you with Lacy. She’s Renz mate and my beta female.” He said.
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“Thank you.” I come up to him and attempt, what I think is bold and stand on my tiptoes to give him a swift kiss on the lips. As I’m letting go, he snakes my waist and growls appreciatively, deepening the kiss before letting me go. “Careful darling. I’m barely holding on by a thread.” He smirks at me. “Do you need help turning on the shower?” I look at the shower, and this is fancier than anything I’ve ever seen. Usually, I had to shower at night after everyone showered. I was lucky if there was lukewarm water for me. Most times, the shower was cold. It was one knob to turn, but this had buttons and an electronic pad. “Some help would be appreciated. I’m not use to pressing buttons to take a shower.” I say looking at him embarrassed. “I figured as much.” He shows me how to work the controls and how to control the water temperature and tells me to mind link him when I am dressed and ready to go down for breakfast.
As soon as he leaves, I strip bare and I hear a short knock and the door open, “By the way, Reb – “, my eyes widen as Austin came back in with towels in his hands, that have now dropped to the floor. His eyes darken as he sees me completely naked. I squeal and quickly cover myself with the shirt he gave me. I am sure my all my blood has rushed to my cheeks as I feel them get hot. I hear a low growl, like he doesn’t like that I covered myself up, but I can’t help it. I’m not confident about my body. I don’t want him seeing me this way. “Austin?” I call out to him. He’s still staring at me. Then he closes his eyes and clears his throat. “You are fucking gorgeous Rebel.” He says, his eyes still closed, like he is trying to reign in his control. I hear him take a deep breath as he slowly opens his eyes. His teeth are clenched and I can see he is struggling. “I’m sorry I came in without thinking. I wanted to give you a couple of towels. I’ll leave it on the sink.” He says abruptly and walks out just as quickly, closing the door behind him. I thought I heard him say “fuck me” on the other side of the door, but it is hard to hear over the water.
Either way, I don’t waste any more time. I want to take a nice, long, hot shower. I can’t remember the last time I had even a warm bath, let alone a hot shower. I moan at how good the water feels on my skin. It feels heavenly and I’m letting the water soothe my body. I let the water spray over me and take my time to get cleaned up. When I see my fingers wrinkly, I decide it’s time to get out of the shower. I grab the towels, dry off, wrap my hair up in the towel, get clothes on and then start searching for a brush to brush out my hair, toothpaste to wash out my mouth, and my backpack, since I know I packed some hair ties just in case. After I finish, I step out of the bathroom and mind link Austin.
‘Um, Austin? I’m ready.’ I call out to him. ‘I’m coming mate.’ He says.
I realize the shirt is too big when I look in the mirror, and as I’m tying it up so it stays out of my way, he opens then door and looks me up and down, like he is ready to devour me. “Damn, you look good wearing my shirt darling.” Immediately, my cheeks heat. “Uh, thank you.” I say.
He grabs me by the hand, pulling me towards him, and kisses my quickly on the lips. “Let’s go.” I smile and let him lead the way. As we enter the dining hall, the entire room falls silent as everyone stares at me. My nerves reach a boiling point and I step a little closer to Austin, grabbing his arm with both hands. “Everyone, meet Rebel Lawson. Last night, the moon goddess decided to bless me with my mate and your future Luna.” He announces and grabs my waist to pull me closer to him. Everyone in the dining hall starts cheering and clapping. Austin raises his hand to quiet everyone down and continues, “Last night, Rebel accepted me as her Alpha so she is officially a member of our pack. I expect you show her the respect deserving of a Luna or you will answer to me, understood?”
“Yes Alpha!” Everyone said in unison. I have to admit, that’s pretty impressive. ‘Don’t worry little mate. Everyone will naturally love you, so try to relax.’ He mind links me. I look at him and just nod my head. “Come, let’s eat.”
As we sit down, one of the omegas sets a plate of food in front of me. It looks really good. I never got to enjoy a meal with my father or his family. I always ate in the kitchen with the rest of the omegas, and never breakfast, so I’m feeling really out of my element. Austin senses my unease and leans to me, “What’s wrong darling?” I look at him and sigh. I really don’t want to talk about my father’s house, but I know Austin will insist on knowing. “I’m use to eating in the kitchen with the omegas. I never ate breakfast, and my father and his family never shared a meal with me, so I’m feeling a little uncomfortable.” I told him honestly.
I see his eyes soften, “Rebel, I know you are not use to anything here, but you will adjust with time. In the meantime, it’s just us. Pretend no one else is here right now. Just focus on me and your meal. From now on, you share mealtimes with me.” He says gently. I take a deep breath and look down at my plate and begin eating. Everything tasted good. I’m not use to anyone cooking for me. I normally had to cook for myself, so I’m not use to other styles of food, but it was a pleasant meal. Maybe I can go back in the kitchen later and talk to the omegas. Maybe they will let me cook with them. “Do you have smokers here?” I ask suddenly. “I like to smoke my own meats.” I remind Austin.
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