The Lost Goddess, A War On Mates

Chapter 27

I woke up next to Alpha Salvino and stayed extremely still. I glanced around and noticed we never left the blue room. I ruffled my hair and pealed myself from him. He was snoring lightly and had a line of drool down his chin. I giggled at that and quickly left the room. I looked around and found the red room lounge mainly empty except for a few posturing Beta’s and a few desperate Deltas.

One caught my eye and beckoned me over with a small wave. I bit my lip anxious to check on my mom and walked over putting on my best smile. Bowing slightly, I purred out, “Is there something I can help you with Delta?”

Hesitantly he grabbed my hand and pulled me closer, “I was wondering how much it would be to, um…” he looked away flustered and was obviously uncomfortable being here. I sighed and nodded in understanding. We did not get to many Deltas here. Deltas were most of the low-ranking members. As a ratio there was typically one Alpha pair, one or two Beta pairs, four or five Gamma pairs, and the rest of the pack was Delta men and women with a quarter of them being omega women and maybe an omega male or two. Only one pair of each had power over the pack while the others just took up pack jobs.

“Well Delta, tell me what you need, and I can give you a price?” I smiled trying to be reassuring. He semi-smiled and looked away rubbing his neck.

“Could I possibly have you entertain me for a few hours?” I nodded grabbing his hand gently tugging him towards a booth near a private corner. I sat him down on the small couch and closed the curtain halfway for some privacy. He seemed like a shy man for this type of establishment. I turned back around and offered him a drink.

“What kind of alcohol would you like Delta?” he shook his head.

“Um, its morning baby boy.” He fidgeted awkwardly.

I let out a dry laugh and closed the liquor cabinet and smiled back at him, “Silly me, I lose track of time some days because of the lack of windows in here. So, tell me Delta what brings you here?” I smile and sit next to him on my knees putting my hand on his thigh. He blushed and looked away. Looking at him closer he had black hair and light blue eyes, he had a dark tan and had a soft baby face. He was cute and slim, he seemed to be only a bit taller than me, it made me relax that he had a lower chance to overpower me.

“You can call me Caleb; I am here with my Beta friend. I haven’t found my mate and I am almost twenty-eight, he suggested I come here and let off some steam. I cannot do it with any of those girls it would hurt my mate when I find her.” He looks at me sadly and I nodded smiling back.

“Wow, she is one lucky girl. I am sure she will love a cute and gentle guy like you Caleb.” He gave me a soft smile and cupped my cheek. I stiffened slightly as he nuzzled my cheek.

“I like to think she is pretty lucky; I appreciate you saying it though. Um, do you have a name baby boy?” He lifted my chin up staring into my eyes as he whispered out a “wow…”

I smiled and mumbled out “My name’s Zach but you can call me whatever you want, you pay for it.” He burst out laughing at that and I could not help but giggle as well. His laugh was contagious.

After a few minutes our laughter died down and it was a comfortable silence. Caleb started to fidget slightly so I got up and put on some music. The first song to play was by Khalid, Location. It was one of my favorites. I walked back humming to it. He seemed to relax with the music covering up the other clients moaning or screams. I gently slid myself onto his lap.

“Can I sit here on your lap? Most people are already r****g me at this point, but I can offer you some companionship, I am rather expensive to do nothing.“ I smiled gently running my small fingers through his hair. He hummed in agreeance and seemed to purr at my hands making him relax more. I genuinely smiled as he closed his eyes and his shoulders slumped slightly into the black leather couch. His black locks were so soft I had closed my eyes myself leaning forward and smelling him slightly. He smelled of woods and it was so comforting.

At that moment his hands slid to my waist, and I let it happen as the next song flipped on by Logic, 1-800-273-8255. I loved softer music to relax me but not many clients let me put anything on, they thought it was a distraction. His head slowly leaned into the crook of my shoulder, I continued to pet his hair. I felt him shaking slightly as his grip tightened on my hips. I nuzzled his hair and whispered, “Hey Caleb, it’s okay daddy. Everything is going to be okay. You’ll find her and no one will hurt you again, alright?” a small nod and a few quiet sobs broke out. I hugged him a little tighter knowing just how broken he felt.

I may never get a mate being hidden in this dungeon and if my mate did find me here, I pray they reject me because many men who come through here are not good men like Caleb or Alpha Salvino. A small sigh left me as I rubbed small circles into his upper back and shoulders. The sobs seemed to have stopped and he looked up slowly. His light blue eyes were darkened with sadness.

“Hey, it’s okay daddy, all better right?” I held his cheeks smiling softly and wiping a few stray tears. “Handsome souls like you are always tested with patience and sometimes your mate loses their way. It will all work out. I pray to the goddess for you Caleb.” He smiled briefly and put his large rough hands over mine on his cheeks.

Caleb parted his lips and then looked unsure for a moment before he mumbled out looking down, “Can I kiss you?”

A small giggle left my lips as I nodded and pulled him gently to my lips. It was a soft and sweet kiss. He moved slowly savoring in my touch, I welcomed the feeling for a change. I had never been asked for permission before. He pulled away after a minute of the sweet and tender kiss and leant his forehead to mine.

He whispered a teary eyed, “Thank you baby boy, I do not think I could have been with those women.” He cringed at the idea of the other omega women. I smiled and kissed his forehead and ran my hands through his hair again, he purred and leaned into my hands, “If you ever have to come back you can request me anytime daddy. I much rather have you then any of these other nasty brutes. The women would have understood but I do not think they would be as nice about comforting you. Even I get some nasty treatment some days if they had a bad client. Do you like me playing with your hair Caleb?” I raised a brow as he sighed again as I gently massaged his scalp.

He smiled at me, and it warmed my heart, “It reminds me of my sister. I was such a cry baby growing up. I would always come home upset from school and she would cuddle with me on the couch and play with my hair.” His smile faltered as he bit his lip.

I nodded and whispered, “Is she with the goddess?” He nodded as a small tear left him along with a sigh. I hummed at him and continued to rub his scalp and run my hands through his hair. After a while he fell asleep, and I got off his lap. I kissed his cheek and left a small note in his pocket saying to request Zach if he ever came back. I turned down the small stereo and put on some light lo-fi hip hop to keep him lulled to sleep.

He needed some rest for sure. I felt drained and refreshed in the same instance. As I stepped out of the curtain, I found there were more clients than before and could only estimate we were in the room together for about three hours with how many songs passed by.

He had mentioned it was the morning time when we went in which meant it was somewhere near noon. I looked around and everyone was busy, and I did not see Salvino anywhere. I carefully made my way back to my back room. As I stepped in and turned around, I let out a small sigh of relief as mom was still on the wall. I smiled sadly and went to the connected bathroom. It was the girl’s and my only bathroom, so it was dingy and falling apart.

I ran the water and grabbed my tiny bowl and beige cloth. I tested the water and found it was ice cold even after five minutes of running on hot. I bit my lip knowing she was going to get sick if I used this damned water. I filled the bowl and grabbed the cloth walking back out to mom.

Even dirty and hanging prisoner my mom was beautiful. Her hair was long to her lower back and her face still looked young even with all the stress and abuse. She was constantly groggy from the Alpha feeding her food with silver and wolfsbane. I gently cupped her face and whispered, “Mom, can you open your eyes and wake up? I want to wipe you down a bit, so you do not feel gritty…” She did not move except for a slight smile that tugged at the corner of her lips. “Please mom, just crack them open I want to see your eyes, our eyes…” My voice cracked as tears started to pool in my eyes. She seemed broken and defeated hanging limply on the wall like a trophy. I sighed as she did not move but kept her smile on her face.

I dipped the rag into the water and rang it out. I started at her hands and moved down her arms. I wiped her face softly running the rag over her eyes and making sure she could open them if she ever had the strength. Going down her neck I saw her mark from my dad, I frowned knowing that man abandoned us. I continued to wipe down her stomach, back, and legs. Rinsing the rag, I rang it out and let it dry. I cleaned out the bowl which had become a dark murky brown and filled it with clean water.

I went back to mom and froze when I saw the Alpha looking at her smiling face. She had not noticed him standing there in front of her because her eyes were closed but he had a demented look of glee. He took a step forward and I yelled out,” Alpha, I did not know you were coming in today!” I walked forward and stepped in front of my mom shielding her body. I shook slightly afraid and held the bowl close to my chest showing my neck in submission hoping he would leave us be for now.

He growled and grabbed my throat bringing my face close to his,” I do not have to inform my property of my whereabouts nor of when I will be around. Now why do you have a bowl of water?” He tightened his grip, and I could hear moms’ chains shaking ever so slightly, she was afraid for me.

I choked out a gargled noise, “Alpha, please, sorry!” I saw black dots, and everything started to muffle as I suddenly hit the floor. I banged my head onto the ugly ceramic tile and heard a loud crack. I groaned and tried to stand causing me to vomit pure acid. I had not eaten in weeks; it was a surprise anyone wanted to sleep with any of the omega that were here with how disgustingly thin we all were.

He grunted and kicked me aside making me fall to the ground again, “Clean up your mess Zachary, disgusting omegas. If you talk back again before I sell you, I will kill you, I still own you both.” He walked out in a huff, and I laid there being as still as possible.

Moms’ chains had started to shake more. I rolled over with a whimper and saw her eyes had cracked open ever so slightly, I smiled and reached out to her leg and rubbed her leg softly mumbling,” Hey mom, I missed seeing those pretty eyes. I hope you can forgive me; I spilled the water. I will get more in a bit. I love you so much mom…” I drifted off and laid my head down onto the cold floor. It would heal in a few days.

 One of the omega girls came in and I glanced at her briefly as she gasped and then knelt in front of me. “Oh, Goddess Zach are you okay?” I smiled and nodded reaching for the cup.

I whispered,” Please, Tori get mom some water?” I whimpered handing her the cup as she smiled tearing up and nodded. As she went to the bathroom, I felt dizzy and saw her come back and place the cup to mom’s lips. I saw her drink some water when the room started to spin, and I blacked out.

I woke up to my omega missing. I stretched a bit and went looking around this wretched club. It was quiet and not many people were around. I wondered where all these omega women were when not out here ‘working’.

I walked over to the bar, “Excuse me but have you seen Zach? I also need to speak with the Alpha…” The bar tender pointed to a closed curtain, and I went over quickly worried Zach was being abused right under my supervision. I peeked into the room and saw a man crying as Zach straddled him and pet his hair. He seemed to be comforting him and I walked away thoroughly confused. Shaking my head, I walked back towards the private booth I met the Alpha in before when I caught a glimpse of a shadow in a back room with sheer pink curtains.

Curiosity bubbled up and without thinking I walked back into the room to be met with a woman that looked just like Zach. She hung limply and seemed almost dead. If it were not for her faint heartbeat, I would assume she was from the looks of her. She was not taken care of and had matted hair, dirty skin, and worry lines. I left the room sickened that this was most likely his way of creating obedience.

Sitting down in the booth I became restless. A few hours had passed when the Alpha finally showed his face coming out of that back room. I could hear him speaking to someone, but it was muffled, I watched as he straightened out his suit and walked over to me smiling. I raised a brow and he shrugged. As I stood to shake his hand a young black girl ran into the pink curtained room and gasped. She must have seen the woman on the wall. I looked to him and frowned, “Alpha, the papers?” I wanted us all out of here as soon as I could. It would still be a few months before I could shut it down completely, but it needed to start now.

“Yes, Salvino no problems at all.” He sneered back and slid over a large folder. I opened it and checked everything over, it all looked legit except the business license and the directory of all the omegas here.

I handed him the directory and licenses,” Are you playing games with me Alpha? I can take my business elsewhere. These are obviously not real licenses, and this list is of only twenty omega girls. I wanted a full registry of the girls and a real license.” I narrowed my eyes as he had an instance of fear flick across his eyes before it disappeared with a smug grin.

“I can promise you Salvino it is a legit business and that is the license I was given; I cannot possibly keep track of every girl’s name. Those are the ones I remember and are currently working.” He handed me back the papers.

“Fine, bring them all out here now. I want a head count with names. Close up shop for a bit, I will reimburse you for the lost time.” Before he could protest, I stood up and went to the bar ordering some vodka. I wondered where Zach had gone when the Alpha went to a back door I had not noticed before. A few minutes later about 80 omega women came out of the door and filled the club to the brim. Each one looked apprehensive and stayed silent. I looked them all over and wondered where each one came from.

The Alpha came down and motioned for me to continue. I stood tall and boomed, “Every paying client, pay your tab and leave. I am having a discussion with the women and need them all focused.” I heard growls and grumbles of dissatisfaction as everyone left out the backdoor. Many of the girls sighed in relief.

Looking out into the crowd I noticed Zach was not here nor was the chained woman. I would deal with that a moment later. Looking into the crowd each one stared at me with fear, I softened my voice, “Can you leave Alpha to find me a legitimate license. Thank you.” He huffed off as I refused to let him stay with a glare.

Looking around at the girls they all seemed relieved he was gone, “Is this everyone that attends to clients here?”  a girl up front who looked to be no older then fourteen came forward with malice.

“Yes, sir. We are all here.” She spat it out with defiance, and I smiled at that.

Standing tall I motioned for everyone to take a seat except the fiery little girl in front of me, “What is your name young lady?” She was a short little thing with beautiful black curls, light brown honey-colored eyes, and ghost pale skin.

“It’s Lilly sir, and yours?” She narrowed her eyes and seemed to be the protector. I smiled at her and opened my arms kneeling in front of her. She backed away confused and scrunched her nose up, “What are you doing?”

I looked up at her smiling, “I am Alpha Salvino, I am purchasing this establishment. I can promise you things will get better; all I ask is for your trust.” I looked back down and showed my neck in sign of submission to these girls. A gasp echoed through the whole room as all the women were shocked at an Alpha submitting to them.

I could see Lilly shift from foot to foot nervously, but I would not look up until she allowed me too. They needed power back again. After fifteen minutes I heard quiet murmurs between them and a silent conclusion was made, “Stand Alpha, we will put a sliver of trust into you.” She stood with her arms crossed and her face hardened.

I broke into a grin, ‘She would make a great warrior.’ Nodding I stood once again, and each girl introduced themselves and gave me their home packs. After finishing the list, I had 107 girls not including Zach and the woman in the back room. All of them from different packs through trading and selling between Alphas. So far it is only five distinct packs, and all are minor packs that can be dealt with in time.

I bowed in respect, “Ladies, please rest for now and I will speak with you soon, I must finalize my business with the Alpha.” A resounding growl was heard from the she wolves as they bowed as well and went back to the door they entered.

Walking back to the booth Salvino slumped exhausted. He flipped through all the papers and ledgers smirking, ‘Colt is going to have a big target for the council now.’ All the ledgers had purchase dates and times along with many different supply labels. Most of the labels were the women’s names and a signifier like blue eyes or long legs etc. It was disgusting.

I shut the folder and set it down, “Alpha, did you get the license?” I raised a brow as he grumbled and tossed it onto the table. Examining the license this one was real and gave a corresponding date to the ledgers. I smirked and put my hand out. He frowned and huffed as he shook it and left the building.

I immediately dialed up Colt. It went to voicemail, “Hey give me a call, I have some important information about our old coworkers.” After hanging up I sighed hoping no one cracked our code and busted him too soon.

Standing again I walked back to the woman and gently uncuff her hands one at a time easing her to the floor. She whimpered slightly but stayed completely still. Her heart rate picked up, “Hey now it’s okay, I promise I would never hurt you ma’am. I am here to help.” She seemed to relax a bit and I undid her feet shackles. I put an arm behind her back and another under her legs. She was as light as a feather. Taking her to the blue room I laid her down on the couch and covered her body with my jacket.

I sighed and ruffled my hair mind linking my Beta, “Hey Oliver, I need you to bring me enough food, water, and clothes for 120 women. It is all sizes and age ranges from about fifteen to twenty-five. Also, I want you to bring our pack builders, electricians and plumbers to fix up this building because none of them can travel right now.”

I was met with silence and then a loud growl,”120 women! We will be there within the hour Alpha!” I winced at his screaming, but my Beta had always been a protector for women and had seven sisters to reinforce his love of women and care for them. He knew what the mission was and handled it well, until now that is. I immediately went and knocked on the door all the women went into. I heard wild and fast steps when suddenly the door flew open, and I was being strangled by Lilly.

“Holly goddess I am so sorry Alpha.” She went to her knees apologizing profusely. I sat up and burst into laughter halting her rambling.

After I settled down, I smiled rubbing my neck,” You must be a fierce warrior to attack an Alpha without fear. Why did you attack me, Lilly?” I smirked and stood dusting myself off and held my hand out to her. She took it and looked down sheepishly.

She mumbled out, “You gave the signal for attack…” I frowned and furrowed my brows.

“Can you explain that one to me Lilly?” I sat down on a couch and gestured for her to do the same. She seemed uncomfortable but sat anyway.

“Well, we have been wanting to revolt for a long time, but Zach was always the strongest out of all of us. He would seduce men away from us younger girls. He is our best man even if we do not show it most of the time. He told me that a day would come when he would knock on our door, and I needed to come out full force with everything I had and make sure to knock out whoever was in front of me. He said as I did that everyone would escape and then I was to get his mom to safety.” I frowned and tilted my head.

I rubbed my temple, “I see, but where would Zach be in all of this?” She stiffened and I realized he was not a part of the escape. I felt an overwhelming sadness and pride in Zach. He was willing to sacrifice everything for these women even if they were not as loving towards him as he was towards them.

I nodded at her silence and smiled sadly, “I see, well on a better note within the hour I will have food, clothes, and a medical team here for you and the other girls. We have a lot to discuss. For now, I will have you all rest and heal.” She beamed when I mentioned food and frowned when I mentioned clothes.

She mumbled out,” Are they more slut clothes, if so, we have enough of that already.”

I sighed and shook my head, “No Lilly, these clothes are things like jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, sundresses, new cotton underwear and bras. Everything you would need to be comfortable and yourself.”

A smile broke past her hardened features, and she whispered, “Thank you Alpha.” She bowed and ran off to tell the other girls. I stood back up and went in search of Zach. I looked everywhere and could not find him; I was starting to become worried when I saw a fast shadow run past and dart into a small corner room. The lighting was a lime green when I entered and saw Zach was laying on the small bed limply and a young girl was dabbing his head mumbling to herself.

Anger rose in me,” What happened here?” She whipped her head around and stood defensively.

“Please, sir he is injured right now and cannot be of service too you.” She was shaking and I saw Zach move and groan. I went to touch him, and she growled lowly. I smirked and found it amusing how fearless these women were. Instead, I sat down in front of her and waited for her to stop growling.

“What is your name?” I asked her, she seemed confused and answered hesitantly.

“Victoria, most people call me Tori.” She glanced at Zach stirring beside her. I nodded toward him, and she jumped to him and started readjusting him to his side instead of his back. He seemed to exhale in relief from the pressure. He curled slightly and she sighed stressed.

“Well, Tori, I am Alpha Salvino. I now own this establishment and have brought in a team with food, clothes, and medical supplies. They will be here soon. You should go and speak with your female counterparts. I will not harm him, trust me.” I looked over at him adoringly. He was special even if he was not an omega male. She looked between us chewing on her lip and finally nodded leaving without a word. I stood up and looked at his face. He was sleeping deeply and must be in pain. Kissing Zach’s forehead, I laid down and spooned him into me nuzzling his hair,’ Soon all your worries would be over Zach.’