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Amelia Lovecraft

After my shift at the hospital was over, I planned on heading to the library to help with organizing a shelf of old books with my father.

"Bye Alex!"

He waved at me with a grin and continued talking to one of the guards who were patrolling around the hospital grounds. Dad told me this morning that the pack was on alert as they caught on to an unfamiliar scent. And since then the guards have been placed everywhere.

There's hardly been any rogue sightings on our pack. Only when lost, lone wolves trespass unknowingly.

"Ms. Lovecraft, where to?" One the guards gruff voice spoke out, making me jump.

"Umm, hi. I finished my shift and I'm heading to my dad's library to help him out." I replied kindly.

"Miss it's safer if you stay home. Alpha's orders."

"We don't take the Alpha's orders!" Heera snickered.

"Hush!"

"Yes, I know. But my father's waiting for me. I'll be home as soon as I'm done."

"Please be safe." He stepped back.

"Thank you!" I hopped into my car and drove away.

"Hey love!" My dad beamed at me as I entered the library. The place was completely empty and dimly lit as the sun was setting. The street lights shone through the windows.

"Has everyone left so early?"

"No one came in Mia. Since the guards asked everyone to stay indoors. Just a few people walking here and there for necessities, that's all."

"Perhaps the best time to sort out the library."

Tying my hair up in a messy bun, I began dusting and arranging the books in order.

Thirty minutes past and I was surrounded by books all around me, as I sat on the floor with my legs crossed. Huffing at all the books scattered... "there's no way I'm organizing all this by tonight." I muttered to myself.

"I heard you!" My dad chuckled.

"Come on, let's get my pup home." He walked to me and stretched his arm for me to take it.

Just then, a matte black Jeep stopped in front of the library, right beside my car.

"It's the Alpha." My father walked to the entrance, leaving me on the floor.

He stepped out of the vehicle with one of his men behind him. Under the glow of the street lights he looked... hot. Gosh I hate myself for being weak.

His sharp eyes gazed around the streets watching a few people walk past and I could see some them walking the opposite direction at the sight of him. With his jaw clenched like that, I bet no one would want to be close to him right now. Casually adjusting his jacket, he walked into the library. Oh no!

"Alpha, come in. Is everything alright?" Dad questioned as he entered. His eyes directly came in contact with mine for a few seconds before looking at my father.

"Of course not Mr. Lovecraft. The Alpha made it clear to stay indoors till it's safe." The other man spoke up, I recognized him as one of the warriors.

"Yes, I know Tyler. We were about to close and leave."

Then the conversation carried on when dad asked them what had happened.

"Matt and Tyler tracked an unfamiliar scent this morning..." Lincoln spoke and explained what had happened to dad while I zoned out. His eye brows furrowed as he spoke in all seriousness, crossing his arms over his chest. The three men continued their conversation for awhile.

Quickly putting the books away. I stood dusting my jeans and looking up at the shelf, blowing away the strands of hair that had fallen on my forehead. I let out a gasp as I turned around to see the stunning greyish green eyes watching me. As if in a daze I stood still, looking up at the captivating looks of this handsome man.

Heera growled breaking our trance. It happens almost all the time we meet.

He stood a few feet away from me. Hands in his pockets watching my every move. I looked out of the window to see dad and the other man named Tyler had walked out of the building still having a deep discussion. I was alone with him. My mate. Why was I feeling giddy? Avoiding his eyes, I walked to the table past him to grab my stuff. Shouldn't he be outside, what's he doing here?

"You should have gone home, right after your shift." He spoke firmly, yet in a soft tone.

"Yes, but dad needed me here." I spoke with no emotion at all.

"Not the best time for you to be driving around."

"I know!" I began gathering my bag.

"And still you preferred to do so.." he was losing his gentle tone now.

"I can handle myself really well, Alpha." I looked at him.

"Amelia!" He called in frustration.

"Hmm?" I crossed my arms.

"Next time, you simply just follow my orders. Understand?"

I glanced out the window to see a few individuals walking by. "Are you gonna go from door to door doing the same to each and everyone of them?" I gestured using my hand to point out through the glass windows. I could feel Heera purring at his frustration.

Placing his palms on the desk, he lowered his body and bent down to my level, face to face. Inches away from me. His minty breath and his mesmerizing scent, surrounded me. "Next time.." he repeated, "you listen. If you don't, I'll make sure to keep you indoors. I won't hesitate to come and get you by myself. Understand mate?" I gulped. Mate? He just called me his mate! His eyes followed down to my throat and back to my eyes again.

I was tongue tied. He didn't use his Alpha tone at me, instead it was a deep voice, it held so much command, yet so low. I was trying to figure him out. He stepped back with a satisfied smirk. I looked away and pulled the keys out of the drawers.

"You can go now!" I snapped at him, I hated his smirk. He stood there amused at my reaction.

"After you.. ma'am." He mocked. I looked up at him in frustration to see him biting his lip. Probably holding back a laugh since he got a reaction out of me.

I locked the doors and handed the keys to dad before walking to my car.

"Mia?" My dad called, I looked at him to see him motioning me towards Lincoln with his eyes. What now? Oh I needed to show the Alpha some respect.

He stood there nonchalantly waiting to see what I'd do.

"Good night Alpha." I bowed. He simply bowed with laughter in his eyes.

"See you around doc." Tyler spoke.

"Bye!" I waved at him as well and got into my car. Phew!

"Stunning? Handsome? What else?" Heera growled.

"What are you talking about?"

"You were drooling over the man at the sight of him!"

"I was not!" I lied.

"Whatever you say." She huffed in annoyance.

What's with everyone annoying me today? Laying on my bed I stared at the moon like I always did. Did he come by the library just to check on me? If yes, does that mean he cares? The thought made my stomach flutter. A smile played on my lips thinking about our interaction. The most feared Alpha of the North, my mate. He cared for me. He even held a teasing tone at the end of the conversation. A small laugh left my mouth, thinking about it.

After a while, a thought struck my mind. The moment we shared came to an end. There'll be no prolongation to it. It's because at the end of the day, he'll have to leave.

He will leave me and go back to her.