Meeting My Alphas

Sophie's Life Story

After they led me through the company I felt like my head was spinning. There were so many people and so many different businesses. We went through a huge number of floors and I felt like I would never remember everything that they held. My wolf however was impressed with how much my mates had been able to come up with in their lives. She felt that we would be well treated and not want for anything. I might have been overwhelmed, but my wolf was practically howling with glee at how hard my mates worked. 

Rugal seemed to be breaking a path in front of us, making it clear that people should move out of the way as he came. Everyone seemed to know better than to approach him, the mark of a true alpha. Leyla on the other hand wasn't worried about their reactions at all, she hung back with me and made my feel safe. She might have been an alpha, but she wasn't going to make me feel like I was worth less than she was. A strong alpha and a compassionate one, both sides of the perfect partner that I had asked the goddess for were present in my two alphas. I couldn't help but be impressed that they were so well suited for my needs. 

When we finally got to the elevate Rugal held me against him and Leyla held my hand, between them I felt my body heat up. Tiny sparks were going everywhere and I felt like I had never been happier. All the stress that I had been feeling and the worries that I had about being good enough for them started to fade away. I couldn't help but breathe deep, taking in their combined scents and noticing how they blended with mine. Even though I had initially thought that they were too strong and rich, now they blended together into something almost sensual. This was a scent combination that I could happily live with for the rest of my life. 

When Rugal abruptly moved away when the elevator stopped I was shaken up and a little worried that I had done something wrong. Internally I knew that he was just a private person, that he wanted to make sure that no-one saw us in an intimate embrace, but I couldn't help but feel like he was somehow ashamed of me. Leyla refused to let go of my hand and even allowed me a moment to take in the beautiful view of the piers, looking out over the marketplace and into the open waters that somehow felt like they were calling me home. Her presence quieted the panic that I had been feeling when Rugal released me. 

As we walked down the hallway to an actual sitting room I wondered what we were doing. I hoped that they weren't going to reject me and as much as I wanted them to be my mates, I wasn't really ready for them to put their marks on me either. I wanted time to get to know them, to let myself come to terms with the fact that I now had mates. I may have only just moved here, but I knew that I had started to carve out a little life for myself and I didn't want to give it up just yet. 

Thankfully it seems that they were feeling similarly. They didn't try and press me for more physical contact and Leyla let me select a seat that left us holding hands but not pressed against each other. It seems that the mate bond was a truly magical thing, keeping them from pushing me too far. I must have very strong alphas for mates if they were able to resist the call and instead listen to my needs. 

Rugal asked me in that sinful voice to tell them a little bit about them. It took me a moment to respond because I was staring at his deep blue eyes, taking in the way that the light hit them as he hid himself in the shadows. He was practically a god among men, made to be looked at and should have shown himself off, but instead he chose to lurk, hiding himself away. I couldn't help but wonder what happened in the past that made him feel like he didn't deserve to be in the spotlight. What had hurt my mate so badly that he would hide, even in the presence of the two women he was destined to be with? 

Gathering my thoughts and giving Leyla's hand another quick squeeze, I thought about his question carefully before opening my mouth. 

"My name is Sophia Laroyel Aravice, but I go by Sophie. Sometimes my sister calls me soapy, but that's more of a joke than a name. I'm 20 years old and left my pack just recently to come into the city. I graduated from the local high school and completed a physical training certificate through the local community college before coming here. I like to work out and read, I enjoy spending time in the water. I like to keep my nails well done as they remind me of my claws, and I come from a family of 5." 

Rugal spoke again, his voice making me shudder as he broke the charged silence that fell on the room after I spoke. "What pack did you leave and what was the position of your parents?" 

"I'm from the waxing crescent pack close to the Oregon border. My parents are the Beta couple within the pack and my brother is set to take their place when they retire. I hold no rank other than Omega within my old pack and am here with their blessing." I will my voice not to shake as I answer his questions. 

Leyla is the next one to ask a question; "What kind of books do you like to read? I have quite a sizable library that I would be more than happy to share with you little mate." 

"I really like mysteries and romance, but fantasy is really cool as well." Great Sophie, sound like a small child and also show her how hopeless for love you are, that's a great way to make her fall in love. I couldn't help but mock myself internally and my wolf agreed that I could have given a much better answer. 

"It sounds like we have pretty similar tastes, maybe we can trade recommendations one of these days." Leyla surprised me by not judging me for my choices and instead making them into something we shared. The small smile that she sent my way and the squeeze of her hand grounded me and brought me back from the panic that I had been experiencing. It seems that she knew I was nervous and wanted to reassure me. I felt like crying at the way that she was working so hard to make me feel welcome, like she needed to be worthy of me instead of the other way around. 

Rugal cleared his throat after we had been staring in each other's eyes for a few moments, asking if he could refill the tea that I hadn't realized I had finished. I couldn't help but allow my eyes to trail him across the room. Even in his athletic clothing I could tell that he had a very regal bearing and that he would look sinful in a suit. I made a mental note to look him up online.

After he returned my glass to me and brushed his fingers against mine as he was transferring it into my hands, he returned to his shaded chair, his legs slightly spread and his posture not quite perfect. My mind couldn't help but wonder what it would be like to stand between his legs, to feel the press of the chair on my knees as he stared into my eyes. 

I swallowed quickly and asked a question to distract myself. It wouldn't do to get too worked up when there were serious matters to discuss. 

"What about you Alphas, may I know more about you?"