Addicted to the Worthless Wolf

Episode 3

I don’t know how long I sat there with my eyes closed just trying to process what I had just done. I finally opened my eyes and started looking around, trying to figure out where we were.

“Are you OK?” The woman asked me. “I think so. Who are you and where are you taking me?”

“Just relax, we’re friends of the man that set this trip up for you. I promise you are safe and no one will hurt you. We’re getting you as far away from NY as we possibly can. It’s a long drive and we’re going to switch you to another car with a different driver about every 5 to 6 hours for your safety. We have to make sure we’re not being followed. It’s going to take at least 2 days to get you to your safe house.”

I shook my head, letting her know that I understood the plan. “Where is the man that’s been coming to see me? I expected him to be here.”

“He had to stay in NY for business, and to distract Roy. He wanted to make sure we got you out safely. I’m sorry we can’t be more personable, but we can’t give you a lot of information while we are traveling. Sometimes in life, the less you know, the better.”

She was nice and she smiled at me, but I could see the pity in her eyes. I don’t want anyone’s pity. I just want a chance to have a life without people hurting me. I would be fine if I could just be left alone.

The rest of the ride was silent. We stopped at a gas station and I was switched to a different car with another male driver and woman passenger. They were polite and quiet, which I was grateful for. It gave me the time I needed to take in the views and process everything.

It was incredible to see the mountains and small towns that we drove through. I’ve never been outside of NYC. It's like I'm seeing the world for the first time. The feeling of the sun on my face as I watch the world go by is so peaceful and freeing. I feel like I’m in a daze, and completely lost in my own thoughts.

We have been in the car all night and all day. Finally, as the sun was starting to set, we stopped at a hotel. All I could think about was getting some food, a hot shower and a bed to stretch out in.

Two men came over to our car and I realized that the couple I was traveling with were now leaving me with those men.

I could feel my heart start to race. I was nervous as I took in their appearance. They were huge. They were both well over 6 feet and their arms were so muscular they could probably crush me with one hand. I could feel one of them staring at me.

As I got out of the car, the guy on the right put his hand out for me to shake. “Hi, I’m Gavin and this i***t is my brother Kain. We’re still a long way from home, so we’re gonna stay here tonight. After we get some rest and some food, we will hit the road in the morning.”

“That sounds great. It’s nice to meet you. I’m Siah” I said, trying to be polite.

I followed Gavin into the hotel room, but I could feel Kain’s eyes still locked on me. It’s weird, it gives me chills down my spine, but I'm not scared. I don’t feel like he’s a threat to me.

The room is a simple room with two queen-sized beds and a small nightstand between them. There is a small bathroom in the back of the room.

I can feel the bile starting to come up my throat as I think about the situation I’m in. There are only two beds and three of us. What are they going to do to me?

Gavin looked at me suspiciously as I was frozen in place. “It’s OK, your safe. You can sleep on that bed by yourself and either me or Kain will sleep on the other bed and one of us will sleep on the floor.”

My heart was racing so fast I could barely speak but I nodded in agreement.

“Can I please take a shower?” I asked.

“Absolutely,” Gavin said. “ I’m sure your hungry too, we will order some food while you are in there.”

I could hear the guys through the door as they were trying to order food. They were bickering back and forth about what foods they thought I would like. I couldn’t help but laugh. No one has ever cared or asked me what kind of food I liked. I’m pretty sure these two are going to order from every restaurant in town.

There was something about these two that felt oddly comfortable. I started feeling relaxed for the first time in years. We spent the evening eating and talking. They were careful not to bring up my situation too much.

I had a really good night, they were so funny when they were telling me stories about growing up together. I laughed so hard I had tears running down my face. When I went to bed and laid my head down, I realized I was actually happy and smiling. It’s a feeling I haven’t had in years and it felt amazing.

The next morning, we got up and we were back on the road early. Gavin said we still had about 14 hours left to drive. We are going to their parents' house in Arizona.

As we drove, the guys filled me in on who their parents were and a little bit about their town. Things were going well but Kain was a little off.

He didn't talk near as much as Gavin and he kept rolling his window down and rubbing his hand on his pant leg. Like he was sweaty or nervous. I didn't think it was hot in the truck, but I’m also a lot smaller than them.

We finally made it into their neighborhood and Kain was acting so strange, I thought he was going to jump out of the truck before we got to his parents' house. I couldn’t help but wonder if it was something I did. I was nervous and I couldn’t stop this weird stirring feeling in my head. I’ve only felt like this once before.

Oh my gosh! I forgot. What did I just do? I’m in so much trouble.

Kain

As soon as the truck stopped at my parents' house, I gave Gav a look. He knew what I had to do. I had to let my wolf out.

I took off on a dead run for my house. I ran straight through and out the back door and headed for the woods.

I barely made it off my back porch before shifting into my wolf, tearing my clothes off in the process. My wolf was going crazy and screaming mate mate over and over in my head for the last two days. Being so close to her and not being able to touch her has been incredibly painful.

She smells so amazing it’s intoxicating, like fresh air right after the rain combined with lilacs on an early spring day.

After my wolf ran for what felt like forever, I finally laid down for awhile and tried to figure everything out. How could this happen?

My mate is human, and not only human, an abused human. I will kill each and every one of those assholes that touched her. Women are meant to be cherished and protected. They should never be hurt by a man’s hands.

She is so incredibly beautiful it took every ounce of self control that I had not to claim her the minute I laid my eyes on her. There’s no way in hell I’ll ever let another man lay a finger on her.

I’ve got to get myself under control. I’m sure she thinks I’m completely crazy. I was so overwhelmed by her amazing smell that I could barely talk to her, and that long ride home was pure torture.

All I wanted to do was jump over the seat, hold her in my arms and never let her go. I laid there for awhile with my head on my paws trying to figure out what my best course of action was. I definitely can’t just tell her she’s my mate.

How would that sound? Hey, I’m sorry you’ve been locked up for half of your life and, by the way, your soul is destined to be my mate. Oh, and I’m a werewolf.

She would be so scared she would go running for the hills. No, that’s definitely not an option. I’ve gotta do this the human way and with time hope that she loves me and trusts me enough not to reject me. If I make a move too soon, I’m gonna lose her forever.

I’ve got to give mom time to work her magic and help Siah find her strength and confidence. Then, hopefully, she will learn to trust people and allow me to love her.

After all, mom is one of the best therapists in Arizona. She has helped many many abuse victims. A lot of them have stayed with us through their recovery. Some were wolves and some were humans.

I’ve heard their stories and I’ve seen the different stages of healing these women have gone through. It’s not easy for them to even allow someone to love them. I’m sure with time she can heal Siah. Hearing her laugh all night in the hotel room was like music to my ears. I would do anything to keep a smile on her face.

Once my wolf was settled, I headed back to my house to get cleaned up. I can tell my wolf is not happy with having to wait for our mate, but I think he understands. After all, the best things in life are worth waiting for.

I hopped in the shower and once the hot water and steam hit me, all I could think about was Siah. Even the thought of her name sent heat down my body and straight to my c**k. I thought about her tan skin and perfect curves, but mostly her smile. Before I knew it, I was as hard as a rock.

I let the water flow over me and took my c**k in my hand. I started slowly sliding my hand up and down my large shaft as I imagined it one day being her hand. I closed my eyes and all I could see was her smiling face, and her slowly moving her long dark brown hair behind her so it fell flawlessly onto her back.

All I could see was my hands getting tangled in her hair and my mouth being pressed against her soft lips. I was picking up speed and it didn't take long before I was emptying myself onto the shower floor. This girl is gonna be the death of me.

I didn't want to be away for too long. Now that me and my wolf were both calm, I finished my shower, got dressed and headed back over to my parents' house.

When I walked in, my family was sitting around the table talking. My mom was drinking her coffee and both my father and Gavin had a beer. I could smell her beautiful scent but Siah wasn’t in sight. I couldn’t stop the low growl that came out. “Where is she?” I asked them. “Calm down Kain, she’s just in her room getting settled,” my mom said.

I realized how tense I had gotten and had to back off. “Why is no one watching her, something could have happened to her?” I yelled. “I can’t walk away for a minute and trust you guys to do one job.”

My mom jumped up and stared me down. “Watch your tongue boy, you give that girl some privacy, and don’t you dare speak to your family like that. We are all here to help. There are guards stationed all around the property just out of sight.” Even if I am the future Alpha of the Green Ridge pack, my mom is a force to be reckoned with. To put it simply, she scares me.

“Your right, I’m sorry I’ve been a little on edge lately. I think I just need to get some rest.” Gavin laughed and winked at me. “A little on edge. You’ve been a complete wreck and an i***t ever since we picked Siah up. The tough guy and our future alpha turned into a complete mush after knowing a girl for just two days.”

I just shrugged my shoulders. I can’t argue that he’s right. Mom started grinning and slapped his arm. “Leave your brother alone, it’s gonna happen to you too."

"I’m staying in the guest bedroom, so I will be here if anything happens.” I could hear my family snickering as I walked upstairs. I just shook my head, I’m not even going to try to hide it from them. I’m pretty sure my mom can read our minds, and with my father and brother’s investigation skills, they already know.

One of the guest rooms at my parents' house was right across the hall from the room Siah was staying in. I had to be close to her, but as I walked down the hall her scent hit me like a freight train. I was definitely going to need a lot of showers.

I stood outside her door for a few minutes just taking in her beautiful scent before I turned and walked into my room. It wasn’t anything special, just a simple room with a king-sized bed in the middle and a tall dresser up against the wall. Like all the bedrooms in the Alpha house, it had a private bathroom.

There are 8 bedrooms in the house. The doors here were always open to anyone in our pack that needed a place to stay and my mom brought her work home with her a lot. Sometimes this place was more like a shelter than a family home.

I never minded. It kept things interesting and it taught us to be humble and appreciate what we have.

Especially our family. A family that’s always there for you should never be taken for granted.

As I laid down to get a couple hours of sleep I felt content. Even though I had to take things slow with my mate, she was here and she was safe. At this point, that’s all that matters.

The content feeling didn't last long as a shot out of bed. I could hear Siah crying. I know sadness and crying are part of the healing process, but this was different. She sounded desperate for help.

I didn't mean to scare her, but I burst through her door and the sight before me brought me to my knees. My parents and Gavin ran in right behind me.

Siah was curled up in a ball on the floor sweating profusely. She had tears streaming down her face and she was screaming in pain. Like she was fighting with something within her.

I dropped to my knees right in front of her so she could see me. I was careful not to touch her. I glanced up at my family, we knew exactly what was happening. “I’m right here, don’t fight it," I said.

“I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I’m so sorry!” she screamed.