Laying in bed next to Damien, his arms wound tightly around my waist, his morning wood pressing deliciously against my backside was the best way to wake up in my opinion.

I wish we could stay in bed all day today but we have to get going to the palace to see Julius and Alexis, which to say I am excited is an understatement, I have missed my best friend. Damien still doesn't believe me about that, but he will soon see for himself

Wiggling my ass around on Damien's erection, a satisfied smile took over my lips when his arms tightened around me and his lips began an assault upon my back, his fingers ran under my breasts causing my breath to hitch and Damien's fingers to move upwards and lightly trailing over my already hardened nipples.

I took a shuddering breath as he roughly turned me onto my back and assaulted my lips with his. Honestly, since our completed mating, I haven't been able to get enough of him and I don't think I ever will.

****

We didn't stay in bed long this morning, which was harder than I thought it would be. I don't know how I am going to get anything done in regards to the pack with him around. I sighed and shook my head with a smile as I watched Damien bend over the bed as he packed his suitcase.

"Take a picture Alyssa, it lasts longer" Damien's voice shocked me from my thoughts, he hadn't even turned around.

I took my phone out of my pocket and snapped a photo of his perfectly sculpted ass, the noise went off and Damien turned around slowly, his eyes dark and eyebrows raised.

"What? You told me to" I grinned at him

"You can have my ass whenever you like, it is yours now after all"

"That's good" I slowly walked over to him and ran my hands down his chest "I don't like to share what's mine"

"All yours baby" He leant down and captured my lips with his.

I sighed as I took a step back, Damien pouted and tried to pull me back. I giggled as I danced out of his reach.

"As much as I would love nothing more than to stay here and do many things with you, we have a long drive ahead of us"

Damien nodded with a dejected sigh and picked out suitcases up and started down the hallway.

"Is Marty ready to go?" He asked over his shoulder.

"Yeah, he's downstairs causing a ruckus"

Damien chuckled and walked out of the pack house to put our bags in the car. We decided to drive because Marty is coming and it's too long of a journey for him to be riding on our backs, plus much to dangerous. Damien wasn't really on board with him coming, but I have noticed Marty becoming agitated and withdrawn lately. The effects of being away from his mate for so long, it's why mates are not meant to meet so young. If for some reason, they have to be separated it is a lot more dangerous for a young wolf as it can cause their wolf to force the shift and that can lead to death.

So for now, we have to make frequent trips so they can see each other.

I walked outside to see Marty bouncing around the car giggling because Damien wouldn't let him in yet. I suppressed a laugh at the look on Damien's face, he looked exhausted already.

"You okay?" I asked, standing in front of him.

"How does he have so much energy?" He dragged a hand over his face.

"He's 3" I shrugged "Any regrets?" My heart beat a little faster

His eyes snapped up to mine in disbelief before he pulled me into his chest "Only that I didn't come over when you first moved here. I honestly can't wait until we have an entire house full of pups running around and causing me to be exhausted"

I giggled as his hands ran down my waist to settle on my ass. He makes me feel like a hormonal teenager again.

"Alright, looks like we are all here. Let's get going" Damien unlocked the car and Marty shot in.

I looked around at who is coming and saw Tom and Eric, the warriors who came with me last time. There was also another two warriors from my pack as well as four from Damien's pack.

I jumped into the passenger seat while Damien slid into the driver's seat. Marty's seat was in the middle, Eric was sitting behind me and one huge dude from Damien's pack behind him. The other's hopped into the second car and once we were all situated, we set off.

I turned around in my seat and glared at Eric.

"What?" He asked with an innocent look.

The other warrior inhaled sharply at his nonchalant attitude towards his Alpha and I had to hold in a laugh.

"You know what. Way to embarrass me with your statement"

Eric burst out laughing "I'm sorry, I couldn't pass up the opportunity"

My scowl deepened "well, you are on entertain the toddler duty for the duration of this trip"

Instead of looking disappointed, his smile grew and he punched the air "Hell yes! I like him better than you anyway"

My jaw dropped in shock and I saw the other warrior with a look of horror on his face. I had to remember he didn't know what I was like as an Alpha.

"Rude" I muttered as I turned back in my seat.

"I mean, it is very hard not to like Marty. He's so cute" Damien's voice was filled with laughter.

"Your just a bunch of shitheads, the lot of ya's" I crossed my arms in front of me and huffed.

"Don't worry Lyle. You'll get used to her antics. She really is a fantastic Alpha" Damien's eyes were trained in the rearview mirror.

I turned to look around at who I now know to be Lyle. His eyes, a silvery colour were still wide with shock. His large body looked like it was going to burst open the door just from the sheer pressure. His jaw was sharp and slack and a large black beard took over half his face. All in all, he is fairly handsome.

"There is something you should know about me Lyle. I don't demand respect like a lot of Alphas. I expect to earn your respect just like everyone else. I also am not strict in the fact that I want you to be always on edge or formal around me. I expect formalities when we are around others but when it is just us as a pack, none of this Alpha business. My name is Alyssa and I want you to use it please. I am actually a very fun person and am only serious when I have to be"

Lyle didn't say anything, the only sign of him hearing me was a barely perceivable nod of his head.

Eric clapped him on his shoulder and laughed.

"Don't worry, she can dish it out along with the best of us. She'll also kick your ass if you aren't careful. No one in our pack has been able to beat her, so I can imagine she is looking forward to getting her hands on all the fighters in your pack"

Damien and I laughed while Marty giggled and clapped his hands.

***

18 hours of games and two childlike wolves giggling in the backseat, one being an actual child and the other a grown man. We have finally arrived at the palace. The large iron gates sealed shut as we pulled up, two large guards stood silent and still, their large arms crossed over their chests. Damien stopped next to one and put the window down, the guard moved over, the one on my side moving around the car to check for explosives.

"State your business" His voice was low and gruff, like he smokes a pack a day.

"Alpha's Shaw and Bowers to see the king and queen"

The guard nodded and his eyes glazed over, obviously checking our story.

"Park in the front, someone will show you to your rooms"

"Thanks" Damien nodded and drive through the now open gates.

We all piled out of the car, groans and cracking of bones could be heard as we all stretched our sore limbs. Marty was the only one who didn't look gazed at all, he jumped out and ran around the car looking at everything in wonder. Damien crouched down in front of him.

"Come on little man. You need to eat and then it's time for a nap"

"Aw. But I'm not tired yet"

I chuckled as I watched him try and fail to hide a large yawn.

Tell him we can go exploring after his nap

I stood back and watched as Damien talked to him, he needed this. He needed to know that he could be a father.

"How about, after a nap we go exploring around the palace"

"Yea! Let's go, I'm hungry and I'm starting to get tired now" Marty threw his arms around Damien's neck and we all set off inside.

The same Butler from my last visit welcomed us and showed us to our rooms. Damien and I got the same room that I had last time, except this time a pullout couch was added so Marty could sleep in the same room. The warriors with us got rooms on either side and each room had a bed for Marty to sleep in if he wanted to.

Just before he left, the butler turned back to us.

"King Julius and Queen Alexis have requested your presence for dinner. Everyone is welcome to join" He turned and left the room.

"Looks like you get to meet my best friend love" I sent a wink to Damien before heading into the bathroom to clean up. I smelt like shit.

Damien just chuckled and rolled his eyes at me before he started to unpack our clothes.

Marty had chosen to go down with Eric and the others to get something to eat so he can nap and then go exploring as soon as possible.