Rejected but then Regretted

Chapter 8- Ava & Jade

Ava POV

“Jade, why did everyone gasp at us?”

Jade and I have just finished the pack run and while everyone is preparing the barbeque for dinner, I thought now would be the perfect time for Jade and I to have a chat.

“That is because we are the jade wolf Ava”

“As in your name Jade?”

“The one and only. It means that the time of the prophecy has finally come.”

“What prophecy?” Now I am really getting confused.

“You see Ava, when a jade wolf is born then the supernatural world will have a final battle between light and dark.”

“Ok….. But who will win? And what has that go to do with us?”

“We are the jade wolf, we are the deciding factor.” I am now even more confused, but before I can question Jade she continues, “Whoever is mated to us, it is said, will be the most powerful wolf in existence.”

“WHAT?! But why?” This means that we will become huge targets, my pack will never be safe again.

“Don’t worry Ava, the prophecy is wrong. We are powerful and we are the strongest wolf in existence, because not only are we the jade wolf, but we are also the daughter of the strongest alphas to have existed and we have the biggest pack. We are strong and powerful because of ourselves but also because of who we have standing with us. And no matter what, our powers are not transferred when mated. That is just superstitious nonsense, I'm not even sure how that would even be possible.”

I calm down after hearing Jade. She is right, we have a strong pack who we protect but who will also protect us, we have my father’s blood running through us and we have Jake by our side. No matter what, I have a home to return to again and this makes Jade and I so much stronger.

I stand at the edge of the field and see everyone looking so happy and getting along so well together, I feel delighted to be a part of a pack again. It has been so long since I have had others to rely on. Even when I was made into the Moonlight packs' slave, I did not feel part of the pack. Now I know it was because I never really was.

I am pulled out of my head by Jake wrapping his arms around my waist and pulling me to him.

“Hi lovely lady, what’s wrong?”

“Nothing cheeky, just thinking that it is nice to finally feel like I belong to a pack again.”

“Aww darling, it has been years since you have been one. And even when you was, you were a slave and not really a pack member. But now you have your own pack, who are following you because they choose too.”

“But what if I am a bad alpha? Being the Jade wolf is going to be dangerous enough and now I will be pulling the pack into the whole issue. And I don’t know the first thing of leading a pack.” I start to think of all of the things that could go wrong. The list seems never evening.

Jake turns me around so he is facing me, “Ava you will make a fantastic alpha, the fact that you are already thinking about it shows that you care. The pack will protect you just like you will protect them. And you being the Jade wolf is something to celebrate, the pack is delighted that it is you who is both the jade wolf and their alpha. You may not have heard them but I have, they know your kindness and they trust in you. You father, from what I have heard was an amazing alpha, and so will you be. You will surpass him. Have more faith in yourself Ava. We all have faith in you.”

I think over Jakes little lecture, he has eased my mind considerably but the worries are still there. I then turn and look at the pack again, I have not ever seen them this happy, it looks like a weight has been lifted off their shoulders.

“It is because their alpha has returned.” Jakes says in my ear.

Jake then step in front me and bows, “now my alpha, come with me.” Jake then holds out his hand for me to take.

I take his hand and he pulls be into the field. I am met with cheers and ‘congratulations’ and ‘welcome back’ from the pack members we pass. Jake then sits me at the table, while getting my plate a young girl sits beside me.

“Hey Alpha, you probably don’t know me but I am Amy. I remember you thought Alpha, I just wanted to say that I am glad you are looking well. And also congratulations in rejecting that prick of an Alpha Matt.”

“Hi Amy, please its Ava. Its lovely to meet you too. Thank you for taking the time to come speak to me, must admit this is all new, I am still getting used to the idea of being an alpha let alone being part of a pack again.” I hold my hand out for Amy to shake.

“Ava, I am glad you are part of this pack again. I felt the link strengthen when you arrived and then it solidified when you claimed you were our alpha. I finally feel like I am home, so no matter what please call on me if you need anything Alpha Ava.”

Amy then quickly vacates the seat and runs off before I can even respond. What an odd girl but friendly. Her quick departure makes me curious, I remember most faces from when I was a slave but hers I don’t remember.

Jake brings me out of my reverie by placing a plate filled with meat and salad down in front of me. I look up and see that most of the pack have a plate and are either sitting on the grass or at the table with us, enjoying the barbeque.

There is a lot of chatting and catching up, especially between me and John, Lisa and Jodie (my close friends) who I have not seen for five years. We spent most of the evening just catching up and have a good laugh. They took to Jake very well, but told me to keep an eye on Matthew, apparently he got even more ruthless when I left and Regina just became a bully to the pack.

Around midnight we all start to head back to our lodgings, Jake and I are shattered but we looking forward to heading home tomorrow. I am glad that I came and faced my demons and got my pack back. When I learnt the truth my memories slowly came back and I remembered my dad, I do not know how I could forget him. He was such a jolly and doting father, I really was a daddy’s girl. It’s nice to know that I have taken my place in the pack just like he wanted.

The next morning

Jake and I are awoken by an incessant knocking on the hotel door.

“Jakey baby, please get the door.”

“Ava hun, you get it.” I look at Jake, “No kisses or breakfast if you don’t get the door mister.”

Jake sighs before getting up “Only because you want your five minutes while I answer the door.”

“Of course, five more minutes of sleep are important.” I quickly roll over as I hear Jake leave the room and answer the door. I hear some quiet muttering before the door closes and Jake walks back into the room.

One minute I’m nice and peaceful on the bed, the next thing Jake pulls me by the ankles and I land on the floor. I glare up at him, but then end up just laughing.

“It was the only way to get you out of the bed, I have been calling you for the last few minutes.” Jake laughs while helping me to stand.

Jake makes the bed as punishment while I jump into the shower to start the day fresh. We have a long journey ahead of us, as well as the pack following us to their new home. I am just glad that the original pack land is still there and the buildings are still standing.

Jake and I quickly eat breakfast in between packing our cases and putting them into the car. We then quickly check out, pay our check and head towards my car.

Jake and I get into my car and head back home, the rest of the pack following in their vehicles. I am both excited and nervous for the next chapter in my life. I look at Jake.

“Let’s go home.”