Alpha Caleb and the Blessed Wolf

18

NIKITA - yesterday

I couldn't sleep. His heavy even breathing and soft snores told me he was asleep. So arrogant doubting that I would try kill him or try escape while he slept. Thoughts of the day's events of the whirled in my head.

It was the burn deep in my core that had woke me up earlier. Dazed and confused I wondered if it was another fever coming on from the bite on my leg. Undoing the bandage around my leg surprised that it had mostly healed. Only a few smooth pink spots of skin remain those will probably scar but they're not too hideous.

The burn continued as I lay on the bed trying to figure out where the hell I was. I was lying on a huge king bed with dark grey upholstered headboard. It sat against a deep blue feature wall. The rest of the furnishings were modern wood and expensive looking. It was simply decorated but still very manly missing a few feminine touches. The whole room was large enough for the enormous bed and separate seating area with brown leather sofas placed around a coffee table, a few bookshelves and few other bedroom furnishings. Two doors lead off from the main space. One leading to the bathroom and the other to the wardrobe. It was night but I wasn't sure how late it was, the fire place was lit and throwing a soft light. The room was nice, clean and luxurious.

My arms felt heavy to move but I was shocked to find I wasn't chained which was a relief because the burning pain inside me flared again to make me nauseous. Quickly running to the bathroom emptying the contents of my stomach into the toilet bowl. My body was still recovering, the pain and vomiting did not help either.

I was exhausted just trying to make it there in time. Finally the pain stopped and I flopped down onto the floor, my back resting against the cool tiles. Of course the bathroom was huge too. Marble tiles with a vanity that looked as though it was custom made carved from one giant piece of stone. A double ended shower both sides having multiple shower heads. Then there was the bath tub. It looked more like a huge Jacuzzi. I wanted to get in so badly.

Closing my eyes, I don't know how long for but when I got up my body was stiff and my butt was numb. Splashing cold water on my face felt great. The girl that stared back at me looked different I didn't know what had changed though.

Were the white streaks framing my face larger? I knew I'd had a rough week but couldn't put my finger on it. As I was about to return to the room I caught the flash of something on my neck.

"No no no no no." It couldn't be real. Running out to look in the bedroom mirror hoping it was just a trick of the bathroom light.

Nope. It was still there.

"That f*****g asshole." I knew right then what that pain was. In school not only had we had learned about rogues and broken bonds but the pain from betraying a bond.

I will never forgive him for forcing the mate bond when I'm not even old enough for it to emerge yet. I'll never know if he is my real mate or if what Ryker had told me was true the he wanted claim an Alpha female to mate with grow a strong lineage.

Fury, hate, deceit, heartache scorched my soul, searing one man's name onto the top of my list to go burn in hell.

Speak of the devil and he shall appear.

Entering the room he first looked at the bed then met my eyes in the reflection of the mirror.

Naturally, I lost my s**t. Hurling anything that I could get my hands on.

In seconds he had me pressed against the wall. His body against mine strong and warm. The roughness of his deep husky voice made me involuntarily shiver. I blamed the mate bond.

I couldn't even remember what he was saying. Only the power that charged every cell in my body. His actions were not even that s****l but Holy Devil in an Alpha's body they goddamn vibrated my core.

I was already tingling at the memory of his body against mine. Tingling with lust and loathing.

After our encounter I trudged over to the sofa plonking down huffing. The poor innocent blanket on my lap got attacked as I picked at every little woolen ball of lint.

I hate him.

I hate his stupid arrogant smirk, I want to smack it right off his stupidly handsome face.

I hate his face too, strong jaw and sharp cheeks bones, long black lashes that framed his stupidly gorgeous green eyes, effortlessly styled messy cropped black hair.

I hate that he is deliciously manly but in a boyish swagger type of way. Tanned skin contrasting against my pale.

I even hated his ripped body that made mine purr.

His grey track pants sat low on his hips as I glared at his back. Does every part of him have to be sculpted so perfectly. Tall with broad shoulders covered in tattoos tapering down to narrow hips and toned legs.

I could see his tension, his stress, the weight on his shoulders, a part of me wanted to rub down his back, massage every muscle all the way from head to toe. I hated his sexy broard back now too after that thought. When he glaced at me over his shoulder my wolf basically rolled over wanting to succumb in a heartbeat, just from a simple glance, what the hell.

Normally I was the one who avoided drama and would simply submitted when all she ever wants to do is take charge and go all Alpha b***h on everyone. Somehow the roles had reversed and I was the one fighting this bastard and keeping us from all out submission. I was never going to submit to him.

I was still pissed even though I wanted to grind on those abs. Abs that looked like they were cut from stone. His body set mine alight. Ryker's touch hadn't caused my body to respond like it did to Caleb's. The Alpha Prince's touch was fierce, controlling, rough all laced with a desire for my body. Ready to claim what is his.

The fever dream had scared me but in reality Prince Caleb had me soaking my panties with need. I wanted his roughness again, I wanted to irritate him enough to throw me on the bed and take his pleasure, make me take mine too. He didn't care that I was Alpha Cairo's daughter to treat me like a delicate, untouchable princess. In fact that thought alone made him actually want to be rough with me.

I didn't realise how much I enjoyed it.

I hated him but most of all I hated myself for wanting him.

I glared at his sleeping form while a silent tear rolled down my cheek. How can this man, my mate, be so cruel, so cold, so evil yet so mouth-watering.

******

Leather sofa's are not comfortable to sleep on. I tossed and turned half the night partly discomfort and partly hunger. Late in the night I decided it was enough. I wasn't getting any sleep on an empty stomach. My last proper meal was breakfast at Izmelda's maybe two days ago I wasn't quite sure how long I had been unconscious. The bedroom door was unlocked but surprise surprise 3 heavily armed guards blocked my exit.

Wow only 3 that's all he thinks he needs to keep me from my freedom. A little insulting but these guys are stacked. Force isn't going to help me right now.

"Sorry miss we can't let you leave." One of them stated.

Clearly! That's what being a prisoner means.

"I'm starving and your ever so gracious Alpha didn't let me have any dinner."

They looked a little confused at what to do.

"Can I please get something to eat."

"I don't know miss the Alpha didn't really give us instructions if we were allowed to feed you or not. You are a prisoner of war after all."

Seriously, a prisoner of war? Is that what he has told everyone. HA!

"Well this prisoner of war can make a whole heap of racket and wake the Alpha up to find out. I doubt he will be very happy for losing sleep over such a minor thing such as food when we have only just arrived back. Could you imagine his temper. Eesh! But hey it's be your funeral."

They all looked to each other, when one finally conceded.

"Don't expect too much, just something small. Just go back inside and don't wake the Alpha we will bring it in."

"Thank you." I said sweetly.

It wasn't long before a petite older woman quietly shuffled into the room. Which shocked me. A scowl adorned her face when she saw the sleeping alpha then saw me. What was her problem?

"I don't appreciate being woken to feed one of the Alpha's w***e's. I serve him not you." She whispered through gritted teeth.

"I didn't mean for you to get woken I thought the guards would bring me food."

"No one is allowed in the kitchens without my permission. I have the key."

"Sorry, I didn't realise. I was just starving. The Alpha didn't give me any dinner."

"Pfft. You young she-wolves are all the same trying to throw yourselves onto the Alpha with no self respect. All thinking you'll become the Luna. He shows you one speck of attention and you girls willingly open your legs." She mumbled but I still heard it.

Woah!! Hold up lady, I don't disrespect my elders but you don't know me how dare you speak so condescendingly. My own alpha wolf's dominance surged forward.

"Sorry to inconvenience you ma'am." I said sickly sweet. Focusing on the plate of food while sweeping my hair across my shoulder to expose my neck. I felt dirty showing my mark like that but she just irked me with her rude comments my wolf wanted to show off my mark with pride. I on the other hand hated that she thought I was one of his w***e's. My heart twinged.

Is that who my mate is, someone who uses women like that just uses and discards them. Next time his sleazy hands touch me I'll kick him in his man-w***e nuts.

She gasped at the sight.

"Oh... ah. L....Luna." She knelt by my legs.

"I am no Luna" cutting her off with a harsh whisper, "I am a prisoner of war and a forced mate. I am no Luna and I am certainly no-one's whore."

The older woman bowed her head.

"I am sorry for ruining your sleep but your Alpha has ruined my life. So I would appreciate if you didn't call me those vile names." Even in the harsh whispers my aura oozed. She was silent for a moment.

"Please forgive me my dear. I did not know, I misjudged your circumstances. Please enjoy your meal."

"Thank you."

She went to leave then paused turning back to face me. A gentle smile appearing.

"Your wolf has a strong aura, may I ask how old you are miss."

That's better I think we're making a little progress from our initial meeting.

"17 ma'am"

Her gentle smile twitched a little but remained in place. She then glanced toward the sleeping Alpha. The way she shook her head at him was like a disappointed Grandmother but when her eyes met mine they held a glimmer of sadness and sympathy. "Everything will be ok dear, you'll see."

I gave a small smile back not believing that one bit. "Eat." She said.

I was thankful that Caleb didn't wake up with our whispering argument. I finally had some food in my belly and finally fell asleep.

*******

"Good morning." A sweet voice chimed in my ears. "I brought you some breakfast."

"Oh um thank you" It was a much nicer greeting than the hostile one I received last night. The cherubic looking woman placed down a plate with all sorts of delicious smelling pastries, fruits and mug of hot coffee. I don't know who she is but bless this sweet angel coffee bearer for bringing me a morning coffee. Taking a big gulp of my morning bliss burning my throat without a care. I need coffee like I need oxygen.

The saviour of my soul just stood staring at me. Kind of weird but ok.

She couldn't be more than early 20's, shoulder length wildly curly blonde hair, pretty round face, she was a little on the plump side but her best feature was her warm friendly smile.

"Sorry. I don't function well without coffee. I'm Nikita."

"I'm Annaliese, but everyone just calls me Annie."

"Nice to meet you." I said before taking a bite into a chocolate croissant. "Mmmm that is so good."

"Thanks I was waiting for you to have taste. Peggy doesn't let people into her kitchen but apparently she was feeling too tired and sick this morning. I'm the pastry queen around here though so I was excited to bake in the pack house kitchen for once. I wanted to give you a yummy welcome breakfast." Her perkiness was too much before the coffee kicked in.

All I could muster was a tight smile.

"Oops, I may have been the reason that lady was tired."

"What do you mean?"

"Alpha Caleb didn't give me any dinner and I was hungry so I tried to sneak out which of course the guards stopped me. Then this cranky old lady comes in dumps the food down and tells me off."

She giggled. "Oh don't worry I bet the guard got his ears chewed off about waking her up too."

"What's her deal."

"Peggy? Well.. Peggy is kind of like the grandmother of this whole pack. When Caleb took over from the previous Alpha a lot of families were worried about what was going to happen and were breaking into the kitchen constantly to hoard the food incase they needed to flee quickly. Caleb put Peggy in charge of the food and cooking the meals so that everyone right down to the omega's all ate and all came together as a pack. The main kitchen closes at 10.30. If you want food after that time you have to eat at your own home. It's kinda funny that it's just our way of life now no one gets into the kitchens without Granny Peggy's permission."

"Oh. No wonder the guard was hesitant to get me a snack it was face the wrath of waking Prince Caleb or waking Peggy."

She giggled again.

"Caleb's not so bad." I think she noticed the disbelief on my face, at her comment. Annie must be high ranking enough to say his name as Caleb not Alpha or Prince also to think he isn't so bad. Sounds a bit bias, in my books he is the devil.

"Well" clearing her throat, "I brought you a change of clothes, towels, and a few necessities that you might need. We gave you a sponge down to clean you and the wound but thought you might want a proper shower and wear something more than Caleb's shirt."

"He wasn't the one that cleaned me up?"

"Goddess no, he left the room so we could wash, change and heal you. He only demanded us to put you in his clothes. But otherwise left it to us ladies."

At least he wasn't a full pervert.

"Thanks Annie. I'd rather not be in his clothes any longer." My wolf huffed in my head though. Stupid mate bond.

I had no idea how to work his ridiculously over the top shower getting sprayed icey water from a random spout before I figured it out. The shampoo smelt amazing like mouth-watering citrus. I felt like a new woman when I returned to the bedroom.

"Please you don't have to clean up, it's my mess." I said to Annie and few other maids that must have arrived when I was showering.

"Alpha asked us to clean up, so we're happy to do it."

"At least let me help you."

"No Luna. A princess shouldn't be on her knees cleaning this stuff." One of the maids stated.

"I'm not the Luna or a Princess." Saying as I started cleaning too.

The maids slipped into easy conversation with each other. Even though I was out of the loop it was enjoyable listening to the pack gossip. Maybe the other people here aren't so bad, I thought. Not that I'm here to make friends though as soon as I find a way to escape I am gone!

"Hey, can you ladies help me with something?" I asked.

I knew it was childish but I had never been in a guy's room before let alone one that could hurt me in an instant. If that was going to happen I wanted to make my own little privacy corner, one where I can pretend I'm not a prisoner.

"Can you help me make my own little private area. Kind of embarrassing but I've never lived with a guy before and especially one that's a complete stranger it makes me uncomfortable.

"Aren't you two mates though the bond usually makes couples want to be together regardless of being strangers." The same maid that called me Luna replied.

I could tell she was a sweet idealist who was waiting to find her true mate hoping for it to be some fairytale moment. I couldn't burst her bubble.

"Ahhh, I want to take my time getting to know him first."

"Oooh, let's make it like a gorgeous harem tent. Girls only, no Alpha allowed." Another maid piped up giggling.

"Annie what do you think?" The first asked.

"Sure why not. I have a few orders that I need to deliver so can't stay. But sounds like fun, you girls grab what you need and I'll tell the guards to allow you back in but only the three of you are allowed in understand."

The girls came back with a few supplies and we started re-arrraging the furniture so that the sofa back was toward the bed. My tent was going to have the bookshelf included so I could read to pass the time. We piled up some pillows and blankets, a few decorations then the idealistic maid whose name was Cherry, said she had an old lamp and fairy lights. Cherry, Ryn and Harper ran off to grab the last few item. It was starting to take shape, lastly was the sheet curtain that needed to go up. I was satisfied just praying that asshole didn't rip it all down the second he sees it.