" I said to the smiling lady, she held out another piece of meat that was drenched in a delicious red sauce towards my face, but I was truly too full. I had spent the entirety of last couple days laying in that room while various doctors and nurses monitored me.

I was fine, the males bite was obviously lethal to everyone. Even me ironically, his own mate. They told me to take it easy and not to over exert myself. I hadn't planned too until Valnush had barged in and made me get ready for lunch.

She had told me that the Northern women had really wanted to meet me so after much arguing, I agreed. Though I was extremely nervous, to my surprise they were warm and welcoming.

Completely different from the few times I met them before, like on the day the Alpha had returned from the South. Back then, I was no one of importance to them they gave me mean looks or avoided me.

I couldn't tell if it was genuine, I know people from the North are uptight and closed off to outsiders but seeing their change of heart towards me made me wary of them even more!

The woman had given me so many gifts and treats to eat to the point that I questioned if I could eat all the food or wear all the clothing they gifted me.

My eyes darted to the small woman who held a small pup in her arms. The pup looked at me through her thick lashes before giving me a toothless grin. I gushed in response as she reached out towards me, immediately I lifted her into my arms as I held her close. I love children, they warm my heart beyond belief.

I cooed as I ran my finger over her plump cheek.

Before I could turn to see who was yelling out a small redhead by the name of Fay crashed into my side as her arms wrapped around me.

I greeted as I smiled down at the little girl, I had remembered that the Alpha had said I wouldn't see her again, that bastard was wrong!

Or he had just wanted to be mean, to rub more salt in my wounds. She laughed as she let go of me.

" I confirmed as I handed the pup in my arms back to her mother.

A man yelled out, all the woman including myself jumped slightly at the harsh tone. My eyes landed on a big burly red headed man, a cold shiver went down my spine as I recalled where I had seen him before.

He was one of Alpha Dom's men; as well as Fay's father. Fay said sadly as she took a step towards the man waiting for her near the trees.

Dread filled me at the thought of her being dragged away by her mean father. Valnush scent washed over me as appeared next to me.

Valnush tone was full of authority and was meant as a command even though she had worded it like it wasn't. Garon's face twisted in anger as he glared at the Beta female, growling threateningly. Before he could say anything someone else had spoke.

Xeon growled back as he stepped in front of Valnush. I hadn't noticed Xeon's presence before hand. His eyes began to glow yellow as he watched the sulking Fay scurry over to her father before walking off into the forest.

An awkward silence had fell upon us all. I didn't even know what to say, though I felt like I should've said something. Xeon pulled Valnush to his side before his eyes landed on me.

Xeon mocked, obviously unimpressed.

I snapped. Who does he think he is? I don't care if Valnush is my only friend I'd still slap that smirk off his face.

Valnush similed as she slapped Xeon on the back of his head.

I asked Valnush as we put away the last set of dishes. The maids insisted that they'd do it but I convinced them to let me do it. It's not like I had anything else to do.

She offered as she nodded towards the direction of the hallway. I followed closely behind her until she led me a part of the pack house that I haven't been before.

There were guards stationed outside of a large door at the end of the hallway. The door was made out of some sort of metal that I couldn't describe. A heavy lock was located smack dab in the middle where the two guards stood firmly.

As they noticed us approaching they opened the door with a heavy churn of the nob before holding it open. I was sure the door had to be heavy, and hard to pull. The door looked as if only the hulk himself could open it. But these northern men opened it with ease.

How strong are these wolves up here? They greeted and bowed at us as we walked past. I grinned shyly as I waved, I would prefer it if they'd just call me Nalu. I didn't know these people but yet they all still acknowledge me as a higher up. I was sure that everyone here was stronger than me, maybe even the damn pups.

I grimaced as the negative thoughts took over my once neutral mood. As quickly as the sour taste had entered my mouth it vanished as I picked up on the males scent. I couldn't help how my eyes lit up as my heart began to pound like the energizer bunny.

He was hunched over a huge table staring down at a map of some sort, Xeon was across the tables drawing something on the map. Some parts of the map were lined in red, others with green and yellow.

The Alpha's pointed eyes drifted to me, instantly I tore my eyes away. I couldn't stand the intensity of his gaze, he was too powerful to stare directly at. It didn't help the fact that he was gorgeous with no flaws anywhere in sight. How could I have forget how stunning he is? It was intimidating. My stomach grew uneasy thinking about it. He never thought he'd have a mate, but in the end he got me.

Normal me, with nothing special to offer someone as perfect as him. Why was I his mate? What did the moon goddess or even the sun god see in me, to pair me with him? He would be better off with a woman who could match him in power, oh my goodness.

Was he avoiding me? He hadn't seen me since that day in the bathroom. Was he disgusted by me? He snarled angrily as his eyebrows furrowed. I looked away again. How was I supposed to ever look at him again? He made me stare at him while his fingers had been inside me!

I wanted to fall in a hole and die, why was all of this popping into my brain now?! Why was I feeling this? This mate bond was so cruel, never have I ever craved reassurance so much from one individual.

My steps halted as Valnush had walked right up to the busy Xeon and leaned onto his side, without tearing his eyes away from the map his arm landed onto her shoulders pulling her closer to him.

I bit my lip as my throat felt dry, I felt like needles pricked my eyes at the sight of them.

Alpha called out to me, slowly I looked at him. I wasn't aware of the pout and sad eyes I was sporting until I saw his jaw clench. He hated seeing me like this, it was almost as if it pained him to see it.

This time his voice was softer, Xeon and Valnush were paying us no mind as they discussed whatever the hell they were looking at on the large map.

I didn't move a muscle, he couldn't help the shock the flashed over his face before his expression hardened. I had disobeyed him. He growled out as the vein in his neck pumped blood furiously.

My feet moved as quickly as they could, I had stopped about a metre away warily but he pulled me straight into his chest once I was in arms reach.

When I didn't respond he pulled me away slightly before placing his large hand on my jaw, craning my neck up before kissing me harshly.

My hands were pressed against his chest as his other arm snaked behind my back pulling my impossible closer. He pulled away before tucking my head into his chest and patting my head lightly.

Xeon breathed out in utter disbelief. Valnush elbowed him before whispering a hushed 'I told you'.

What had I done now? I didn't like there pointed gazes. What was wrong with me, every little thing seemed to prick me in the wrong way today.

Alpha peered down and noticed how uncomfortable I was. He growled out in annoyance at the situation. He snapped and without another word Valnush and Xeon left.

He stated firmly still holding my jaw in place. The way he coldly stared down at me was as if I was a kid getting scolded for bad behaviour.

His comment hit me right in my heart 'other than you' as if I was unimportant; not a priority at all. I couldn't stop the tears the welled in my eyes before I let out a shaky sob the rattled me completely.

His eyes widened as a uneasy feeling hit me...confusion and regret... It wasn't my own feelings but perhaps they were...his? A part of him wanted to plead with me to stop it but as soon as the thought crossed his mind his expression hardened. That was the last thing he would do. He was the Alpha and I was going to deal with it.

His fist slammed down the table as I jumped in shock. He growled lowly, I knew he was warning me so I took it as a sign to try to calm down. I closed my eyes a breathed in and out. This wasn't like me, I wasn't a wimp.

Why was I even crying? I could careless if he decided to see me! I didn't need him. Lies, I do. He shook his head in disbelief as he lifted me up and placed me on the table.

He placed his hand on my forehead checking the temperature before cupping my cheek.

He closed the distance between us abruptly making me jump in surprise, he sniffed near my neck before pulling away again but this time he stayed close to me.

He bit his lip as looked down at me again before tossing his head back as he let out long breathe before laughing lowly.

Did he know something I didn't? I really didn't like being in the dark.

I stated, because it was the truth. I was ok, after all. His presence made me feel a little less miserable now.

I nodded in agreement as his hand glided over my curls. I was content, I could live in his embrace forever. I really didn't want it to end, so I was going to do my best to keep him near me.

I felt unbelievably vulnerable, my hands fiddled together as I struggled to hold his heated gaze.

Unintentionally I stared back at sharp predator eyes with my tear filled puppy dog ones. It was enough for him to turn away and cuss before hitting the table. I flinched at the vibration of the impact.

He gritted moving his face right in front of mine, obviously displeased at the leverage I had over him.