His Undercover Luna

Chapter 3

Roxy

I threw my last bag into the trunk of the very expensive car that had been sent to pick us up.

The two men who came to collect us were much nicer than I had expected. They maintained a professional demeanor when discussing business, but outside of that, they were cool and easygoing.

It made me suspicious. Why were they so nice?

“All set?” The one whose name I had learned was Ryan asked, a friendly smile on his face. I gave him a short nod before heading off to say my goodbyes.

I started with Jace and Jane, giving each of them a bone-crushing hug.

Jace was the eldest of us all, and I used to have the weirdest crush on him when I was younger. That crush made me awkward around him, though I don’t think he ever noticed—it was always a one-sided thing. Regardless, we’d grown up together as family, and he was very dear to me.

Jane, on the other hand, was more than family. Saying goodbye to her was harder than to anyone else—even my dad.

“You make sure you come back to me in one piece,” Jane mumbled into my neck, squeezing me so tightly I could barely breathe.

“I’ll be back, don’t worry. These four months will pass in no time, you’ll see,” I said in a small voice. I released her shortly after, shooting her a quick, reassuring smile before slipping away. I loved her, but if I didn’t get out of there, I’d be stuck in a Jane-hug for days.

Next, I approached Beta Phillip, who surprised me by pulling me into a warm hug. Affection wasn’t usually expressed openly in our family, but you always knew the love was there.

“Make me proud,” was all he said as he gently kissed my hair.

I most definitely would.

He passed me to Rose, Jane’s mom, and we exchanged our awkward goodbyes. Neither of us was good at farewells, but in the end, she offered a few encouraging words that I deeply appreciated. She reminded me of the immense responsibility I carried for the pack.

Finally, I stood before my dad, and to my surprise, a lump formed in my throat. I knew this wouldn’t be easy for Aiden and me—to live in a foreign place with no one to look out for us like Dad always did. Standing on the edge of goodbye, I felt the weight of how difficult this mission could be.

“Be brave, strong, and bold,” he whispered as he hugged me tightly. “Make us proud, even though I already am. And look out for your brother—don’t let him get too caught up, okay?”

I nodded, knowing exactly what he meant. Aiden had a tendency to go overboard, especially when things didn’t go his way. Despite that, I knew if anyone could complete this mission, it was him. All he needed was a little self-control.

Dad kissed my hair as I whispered my goodbye. Quickly wiping my tears, I turned and headed to the car.

Aiden and the two friendly strangers were waiting patiently, chatting about something I couldn’t quite hear.

My brother wasn’t one for hugs and kisses, except with me, so he simply waved awkwardly at everyone as we loaded into the car.

We were informed that the drive wouldn’t take long—an hour and a half at most. I couldn’t pinpoint where our territory originally ended, but I knew the land that had been taken from us was vast.

“So, what are your names?” the unnamed man asked as we settled into the car. Aiden and I exchanged a glance before replying.

“I’m Aiden, and this is Roxy,” my brother said. “Didn’t your Alpha inform you about who you were picking up?”

“Alpha Ace doesn’t disclose information about visitors until he meets them personally,” Ryan explained, and I nodded in understanding.

Still, a shiver ran through me when I heard the Alpha’s name. Maybe it was just my body’s way of reacting to the evil associated with him.

Yeah, that’s it.

“What’s your name?” I asked the other man, keeping my tone polite rather than friendly.

“I’m Beta Calum, at your service, ma’am,” he replied with a playful bow, and I gave him an awkward smile. It dawned on me that his scent didn’t suggest Beta blood, but my mind was too distracted to focus on it.

If their pack was anything like ours, I’d be living with this man for the next four months. He seemed fine, but I hoped the rest of them were just as easygoing. That would make my job much easier—and my departure much faster.

“Why are they being so nice?” Aiden asked through our mind link.

“I don’t know. Maybe they’re genuinely nice?” It came out more as a question than a statement as I considered the possibility.

“Maybe. But we should still keep an eye on them.”

“Agreed.”

My wolf felt differently. She believed we could trust them. While I trusted my wolf’s instincts—they were the reason our species had survived for so long—I couldn’t rely on her this time. We were in enemy territory, after all.

A few minutes later, we arrived in a beautiful, town-like area. A pang of jealousy hit me as I took in how luxurious their pack lands were. Meanwhile, ours was still half-broken, barely rebuilding after all these years.

The Alpha house, the largest building in our pack, wasn’t even half the size of some of these structures.

Dad had worked tirelessly to repair the damage from the attack 18 years ago. He’d made remarkable progress, but seeing this only reminded me of how far we still had to go.

For a moment, doubt crept in. Could we really take this pack? Father had built up our warrior team and strengthened the pack, but was it enough?

That’s what you’re here for, Roxy—to find out, my subconscious reminded me.

I mentally slapped myself for doubting everything we’d worked so hard for. Mindset was everything.

I glanced at Aiden to see him wearing an expression that mirrored mine, though his was filled with determination, contrasting the doubt gnawing at me. Of course, seeing the wonders of this pack only fueled his drive. Shame on me for letting doubt creep in.

Ryan casually pointed out landmarks and places, explaining what they were and where we could go during our stay.

Eventually, we pulled up to a long driveway that led to a massive house. I assumed it was the Alpha’s residence since it didn’t look like a typical pack house. Aiden and I jumped out of the car simultaneously, staring in awe at the grand structure we’d be staying in for the next four months. The girl in me was already squealing internally, wishing I could live in such luxury forever. But I quickly reined in my thoughts—focus, Roxy.

The front doors burst open, and a girl about our age dashed out, her excitement radiating as she ran straight toward us. It took me a moment to realize she was headed for me. I stepped back instinctively, but she got to me before I could make a proper escape.

“Oh my gosh, another girl! It’s so nice to meet you!” she squealed, pulling me into an enthusiastic hug. “I’m Lilly, by the way.”

“Babe, why are you attacking our guests?” Calum asked with a smile, pulling her into his arms. They had to be mates. I resisted the urge to gush at how effortlessly adorable they were together.

“I was so excited! When we were told we’d be hosting trainee warriors, I didn’t know there’d be a girl!” she explained, still brimming with energy as we all headed inside. Aiden and I followed closely behind.

“I’m sorry; I tried to keep her inside,” a man—likely the third-in-command—said as he approached us. “But she looked out the window, saw the girl, and freaked.”

“The girl has a name,” I said flatly, my irritation clear. “It’s Roxy.”

The man turned to me with a charming smile and took my hand, pressing a kiss to the back of it. His actions made my skin crawl.

“It’s a pleasure, Roxy,” he said, rolling the R in my name dramatically.

“Wish I could say the same,” I muttered, yanking my hand back.

“Feisty. I like it,” he teased, winking at me. My jaw clenched as I bit the inside of my cheek, fighting the urge to snap at him. Thankfully, Beta Calum intervened.

“Scott, where is your professionalism? Show some respect,” Calum chided, his tone firm. For the first time since arriving, I believed these people actually knew how to behave formally.

“I apologize for the confusion,” Calum said, addressing us. “We’re a bit ahead of schedule. We didn’t expect you to be back this quickly, so the Alpha isn’t here yet, and the usual greeting arrangements weren’t in place.”

That explained some of it.

Aiden cleared his throat, speaking for the first time since we entered. “No worries, we totally understand. But if I may, I’d like to formally introduce ourselves.” He gave me a proud look as he grabbed my wrist. “This is my sister, Roxy Gilbert, and I’m Aiden Gilbert, the Alpha’s firstborn.”

The room fell silent. I noticed everyone, except Calum and Ryan, stiffened. My theory was correct—they didn’t realize we were Alpha bloods. If they’d paid attention, our scents would’ve given it away.

It was in that moment of silence that I became aware of the most intoxicating scent. It filled the air, getting stronger with every breath I took. It was almost dizzying.

“Oh my gosh, your house smells amazing,” I said aloud, unable to stop myself as I inhaled deeply. Everyone except Calum gave me puzzled looks, sniffing the air as though trying to figure out what I was talking about.

Didn’t they smell it?

“Well,” Calum said with a sly smirk, “someone who lives here smells quite good to only one wolf in the whole world. I guess that wolf is you.”

His words confused me, but before I could respond, my gaze shifted completely.

The most breathtaking man I’d ever seen entered the room. He was tall and exuded power, his button-down white shirt perfectly accentuating his broad shoulders and toned frame. His jawline was sharp, and his dark eyes held an intensity that made my chest tighten.

He stepped further into the room, his expression slightly scrunched as if he were focused on something. My breath hitched as his gaze landed on me. My head felt light, my throat dry, and every fiber of my being tingled with recognition. Deep down, I knew exactly what was happening, even though I didn’t want to accept it.

The moment his eyes locked with mine, there was no denying it.

I felt my canines elongate, itching to mark him. My eyes shifted, mirroring my wolf’s as I took him in. His eyes changed too.

He took a step closer, and my body betrayed me, moving forward instinctively. I felt like a magnet drawn to him, unable to resist the pull. Just as I took another step, Aiden grabbed my hand, pulling me back and snapping me out of the trance.

“Alpha Ace, this is Roxy Gilbert, one of our guests,” Calum said smoothly, his smirk widening. I could practically hear the matchmaking tone in his voice.

Wait. Did he just say Alpha Ace?

“Rox, why is he looking at you like that?” Aiden whispered fiercely, stepping protectively in front of me. I placed a hand on his chest, stopping him.

“He’s my mate,” I said softly, my voice trembling with a mix of fear and awe.