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Episode 18

I was becoming someone else when I was with her. Alex confessed he liked the new me better. At first, when he said that to me on the way up to my hotel room, I was a little offended, but when I looked at him and saw he was not mocking me, I started to process his words."You are in a better mood since you found her, she brings out the best in you," He said as he stared at the elevator's door without looking at me, all trace of jokes entirely absent. I didn't reply, he wasn't expecting any response either.Later, I was lying naked on the bed, staring at the ceiling and thinking about how to proceed next. When we left the restaurant she was comfortable with us walking hand by hand; she blushed deliciously after we kissed goodbye in front of Cara and Alex, so that meant she wasn't afraid of being with me in public. If things went well, I was planning a weekend away in two more weeks, and if that went well, I was going to reveal my wolf to her then. He had been restless and anxious to get out, and I didn't want to hold back anymore.As my phone rang, I smiled seen it was her. She was breaking her shield slowly, I really enjoyed seen her confidence grow."Hello there..." She says, and I grin."I was just thinking about you..." I told her and I knew she blushed hearing it."You were? I am glad to hear that... what were you thinking specifically?" I could hear her giggle."I thought maybe we should go and have a day out, just the two of us. Maybe outside the city if you are up for it," I wasn't sure how far she would go along with the idea, she was still a little cautious and I didn't blame her, in fact, I was proud of her for being that way."That sounds interesting. Do you have any idea as to where to go? Or are you being adventurous?" She giggled again, and I couldn't help smiling. She was teasing me."I promise you I'll be as adventurous as you'll allow me to be," I said, and I thought I heard her smile, after some seconds I continued. "But if you don't feel like going too far, I am up for just watching a movie and something to eat.""Are you asking me out on a date, Caleb?" She surprised me with her question, and I could feel her a little nervous as well.I guess I have failed to be more traditional and she deserved only my best. "Why yes, Meadow, if you would please grace me with the honor of your company, I would very much like to take you out on a date, a long one."I could close my eyes and feel her joy. She was my mate, making her happy was my priority, and small things like that perfectly accomplished it. I was proud of myself, my wolf was too.After roughly an hour of talking, we both said goodnight. Just as soon as I cut the call, Alex mind linked me the need for him to find me. I invited him in, and Cara entered behind. I lazily got up from the bed and put a pair of pants, this was serious enough for them both to be quiet."Ok speak up," I ordered."Craig called and said Cornelius and Agape were seen near the Smithson's land earlier today."I tensed, taking a deep breath. My land, my allies, my people, or my mate. This was becoming a difficult choice. "Give me the report.""A small assault team tried to invade, but the security arrangements worked. Resulting in all but one of their casualties. One was captured."I grinned, finally the balance tipping to our side. When it came to my property, my pack and possessions, I didn't care how many enemies needed to die to ensure their safety. "Good. What happened with the last one?""He managed to leave wounded. Alpha Demark ordered his head to be hunted down. They are trying to find him as we speak."I growled and picked up the phone, dialing Demark's number. After five rings he finally answered. "Demark, what the hell do you think you are doing? Stand back now!""We have the advantage! we can chase him and...." I heard growls and shouts, my teeth gritting. "Demark, you moron! He is leading you all to an ambush! He had time to mind link with Cornelius, and he prepared for your arrival!" I kept hearing growls and sounds of battle. Alex looked at me with wide eyes, and Cara had her hand on her side gun by instinct.I heard Demark pick up the phone again. "Rowen! We're ambushed!"I rolled my eyes. "No way, really?! I just told you to get back! Order the retreat now! I am sending my men to help you... you better listen to me, or I swear...""We are retreating, going back to the camp now..." He howled, and his pack answered with their own howls in understanding. I cut the call and looked at Alex."I want you to fly there now, you are the only one besides me who can hold the situation and Demark both at the same time," He sighed and nodded, turning to look at Cara. She walked head down to snug in his arms. I closed my eyes, breaking them apart was not my favorite idea, but I needed time, I needed more days before I could tell Meadow the truth and take her with me. If she decided to accept me that is.