Desert Force Academy

Are You Afraid?

Kyra

I could hear Madeline trying to talk to me, but it sounded like I was underwater as fear gripped my entire being. Madeline’s massive mate was holding the Alpha back that was intent on getting to me, his eyes locked on me not moving. I felt my wolf attempting to surge forward but she wasn’t’ scared, she felt protective. It had been a long time since I had felt her this strong. I felt Madeline’s protective aura around me and watched the alpha as he began to calm down. She told me I was safe and that Xander would never allow anyone to hurt me again and that I never had to go back to the pack. When she asked if he could touch my hand, I was hesitant but knew she would not allow anything to happen to me. We had promised long ago to protect each other. I should have been terrified, but his touch was calming, and he apologized for scaring me.

He never took his eyes off me as he spoke to Madeline “I adore you, but you are making my mate smell like you.” I could almost hear a joking tone, but I wasn’t sure.

“Well, my mate comes home smelling like you every morning from training so it’s only fair.” Madeline laughed. My eyes widened that she would say something so brash to an Alpha. She continued by introducing me to him and let me know he was the former alpha. He had gone with them to Scotland and helped them.

He still had not taken his eyes off me. “I’m sorry, I did not mean to offend.” I finally said but it came out as a whisper.

“You have nothing to be sorry for. We can stay here with these two until you are comfortable.” He told me kindly.

“What? I haven’t gotten to have any time alone with my girl all day.” Madeleines mate; Johnathan whined. Xander flipped him off without even taking his eyes off me causing Madeline to laugh. I finally smiled seeing the easy-going nature of their interaction.

Madeline helped me to a chair next to Xander as she had been calling him, not alpha I noticed. They were friends not separated by title. It was weird for me to see this, especially knowing that in our pack Madeline and I had been the same status which was far below anyone else. We spent some time talking while they all told me stories of the pack and more about Scotland. Johnathan was pouring my drinks pretty stout; I am sure trying to help me relax. They told me stories about the children they trained which excited me, I could not wait to see this. I loved children. They had all agreed to go shopping tomorrow and I was not given a choice in the matter. It made me realize I would at least live until tomorrow and I truly did not feel any threat from him. He genuinely seemed worried about my reaction to him and was kind so far. We didn’t stay long before I agreed to leave with him. I didn’t want to impose on Madeline and Johnathan since I knew they had a busy day.

Xander kept ahold of my hand as we went to walk to his house. I stopped just outside the trees as we were leaving.

“I feel like you deserve to know some things before you decide if you want me as a mate.” I had finally found my voice. “I’m an omega and have never been able to shift. I know I have a wolf she is just weak as far as I can tell.”

He looked at me like he was waiting for me to say something meaningful. “That is not an issue for me, in our pack we accept all kinds and do not question the moon goddess.” He finally replied.

“I… um…. I can’t have children.” I finally breathed out, I knew how important having an heir was to an Alpha. “I lost a pregnancy after the death of my first mate and there was a lot of damage due to it. I think you deserve to know.”

He tilted my head up to look me in the eyes. “That is alright. If you want children, we can adopt. There are always kids in need of a good home and if not, that is alright too.” He replied, I could see the sincerity in his eyes.

He held my hand as we walked through the forest and my mind wandered. Madeline had gone to great lengths to tell me stories and emphasize what a good man he was while we had talked with them. He didn’t seem disappointed in me from what I could tell. I watched as we neared the home that I had dropped the tray off in. I realized it was his and that was how he must have found me, he tracked my scent. Being an Alpha his senses would be stronger than mine with the full moon nearing. He paused opening the door for me.

“I want to make you comfortable, but my wolf will not tolerate being apart from you. I promise not to do anything until you are ready but please stay with me tonight. He looked at me gauging my reaction. All I could do was nod in agreement. He really was the most strikingly handsome man I had ever seen. I mean if I die by his hand at least it will be a beautiful death I thought making me smile inwardly. A dark sense of humor sometimes was a blessing.

“Would you like a shower or warm bath?” He questioned pausing as there was a knock on the door. He stepped away to answer it and returned with my bag of personal items that had been in the small room I was staying in “Madeline had your items sent over for you.” I could tell he wanted me to know it wasn’t him taking to much control which made me smile. Seeing me smile made him visibly relax.

“A warm bath would be lovely.” I finally said. He nodded and guided me down a hall and into a large room. The room was done in beautiful dark wood and colors. It was all very masculine.He walked me into an extremely large closet setting my back on a high backed chair.

“Please get what you need, and I will start a bath for you.” He said before stepping out.

I opened my bag and grabbed the worn shirt and shorts I usually slept in. They were sadly worn but so soft that I loved them. I leaned down looking for my brush when I heard him walk in and I looked up.

“Did you want the water hot or….” His voice trailed off as he looked at me, his eyes were zeroed in on my shoulder. I realized my shirt had shifted and the bruising must be showing. “Who?” It was all he said his voice dark as he reached over, pulling my shirt to the side.

“I fell down the stairs.” I finally said, it was a partial truth at least. I didn't want to make him angry or to cause a fight. I had heard rumors about how Alphas could be about their mates.

“Fist shaped stairs at your house?” He questioned me and I watched his dark blue eyes flickering to gold. His wolf was trying to surface. I froze in place.

Then his eyes went a deep gold color, and a growl resonated in the room as he looked directly into my eyes.

"My little one, why are you lying to my human about who hurt you?" His wolf's voice was deep and gravely.

"I don't want to make him mad or cause problems." I finally got the words out. I was less scared of his wolf than I was the Alpha himself. A wolf was the known creature, but a man was the unknown.

"Little one we are already mad but not at you.... Never at you....The only problem right now is either getting the information from you or someone else. Rest assured we will find out who did this to you " He was looking me up and down now.

I watched his claws flick out as he slid them down the front of my shirt slicing through the lightweight material, the shirt fell away in tattered pieces.

He shook his head. I could see him committing every dark bruise to memory. My pants were the next thing he shredded, his claws never touching my skin. A deep growl vibrated through his body as he looked over the bruises. I felt my bra release and fall away leaving me in a small pair of panties. He turned me around, and after a moment of silence, he traced the long scars running up and down my back before turning me around once more to face him.

He tilted his head to the side, assessing me. "Are you afraid of me, little one?"

"No." I replied, watching him carefully, he could have hurt me already if he wanted to.

"Are you afraid of my human?" He asked, watching me with curiosity.

"I... I don't know yet." I felt compelled to be honest.

His large hands brushed my cheeks and held my face. "We are both already in love with you, little one. My human wants to take care of you, to love you and keep you safe. He wants you to be his baby girl,. It hurts my human to see you like this. I'm going to fix this."

I watched his fangs elongate, and he bit down on his wrist, coating his tongue with blood. Lifting my chin, he kissed me, coaxing my mouth open with his. I could taste the metallic blood on his lips. I began to feel euphoric, and I realized his large hands were roaming my body.

Energy returned to my body as the pain began to leave piece by piece. He released my lips, placing his forehead against mine. "You taste as sweet as you smell." He breathed in sliding down to my neck and ran his tongue along my marking spot causing me to shiver and moan. "You have nothing to fear from us. We will worship you and take care of you. Our little mate, we have waited so long for you." He slid his hands down to my hips pulling me close. "Do you want us?

"Yes." I finally said. He slid his hands down over my panties cupping my p**sy and rubbing his thumb gently over my cl.it.

"Good girl." He purred into my ear. "I will let my human back baby girl but next time we meet I will not stop. I intend to lick every part of that plump pick p**sy over and over again. You will scream for your alpha." His voice was a low vibration through my body. "I want to taste every part of that sweet release until you beg me to make you mine. I can't wait to hear you beg.... I'll see you soon baby girl."