Her Fated Alpha

Chapter Ten

BAILEY

I wake with a smile on my face because I have just had the best night’s sleep since I moved here. I stretch out on my bed and make a loud noise as I do. I still dreamt of the wolf, but it was more of a calming dream. I was relaxed during my whole dream, and I felt safe.

My smiles fades a little when I think about last night though. My date with Nero was amazing, the best date I’ve ever had. That’s not to say that I’ve been on many good dates, in fact I don’t think I’ve ever had a date that I would consider good, never mind great!

The greatness came to an end when we came back to mine, and I made a fool of myself. Nero had to put me to bed. What must Nero think of me?

He was great though. Nero looked after me and didn’t make me feel like I was spoiling his night. It was as if caring for me was what he needed to do. Nero carried me up the stairs to my bedroom, laid me down and even locked the door behind him last night. When I came downstairs for my morning coffee, I noticed that he had posted my front door keys back through my letter box. It was sweet and made me smile when I noticed them.

Whilst I was sipping my hot coffee this morning, I couldn’t help but think it was such crappy timing! We were in the moment. Nero was going to kiss me! I still can’t believe that a big, strong, attractive man like Nero wanting to spend time with me.

I bite down on my bottom lip when my imagination runs wild with what scenarios could have played out last night if my head hadn’t ruined it. Instead, I was carried to bed like a child.

I wince when I think of the pain that I was in. It was excruciating and I felt like my head could have exploded. I tried to ignore the pain because I didn’t want our time together to end, but it was just too painful.

Even though I am saddened with the way things ended last night, I am thankful that Nero took care of me and made sure that I was ok. That’s sexy on a whole different level. Nero’s even been sending me messages all day long. Firstly it was to check in on me, but now we’re talking about anything and everything. Our last message was asking each other which holiday season is our favourite. Without thinking about it, I answered CHRISTMAS!

I was a little gutted when Nero’s answer was Halloween, but I then remember that they’re close to one another, so it’s not too bad. I’m not the biggest fan of Halloween, I don’t understand the excitement around it, but I do enjoy watching themed films around October time.

***

Later in the day, I’m lying on the sofa watching TV, when there’s a knock on my front door. As I walk over, I think of who it could be as I don’t know many people here. It could be Nero, or even Rosa. Butterflies appear in my stomach at the thought of Nero visiting me. As much as I want it to be him, I also don’t because I look like a mess. I’m only lounging around the house so I’m just wearing my oversized black hoody and leggings. My hair needs washing, so I’ve threw it up in a bun on top of my head. So, when I open the door, I’m hoping it's Rosa but instead I’m greeted with Nero’s sexy face. I can’t help but smile but I’m secretly dying inside.

“What are you doing here?” I laugh, feeling self-conscious because I look like utter crap.

Nero holds up a bag and I see it has his restaurant name on it. “Thought you would want something to eat.”

“You didn’t have to.” Nero enters my home, looking like a giant once again as he makes himself at home. I close the door behind me as Nero walks into the kitchen and begins taking out the plates from the cupboard.

“Feeding me two nights in a row.” I laugh as I join him, watching as he plates up the food. “People are going to talk.”

Nero smirks, pausing to flash me a wink. “I hope they do.”

I don’t know what to say to that, so I stand awkwardly and smile.

What does he mean by that?

Does Nero want people talking about us spending time together?

Does he want to be together?

I’m spiralling in my thoughts as Nero finishes with the food.

“Beer?” I ask him, heading to the fridge.

“What are you having to drink?”

“Oh,” I think. “Probably just a lemonade.” I’m not really in the mood for alcohol.

“Then I’ll have the same.” He nods and goes to place the plates on the table. I join him with our drinks and take a seat opposite Nero.

The food smells amazing and my mouth waters. I’ve just realised that I’ve not had a lot to eat today and my stomach rumbles. I grab onto my belly and laugh.

“Seems like I’m right on time.” Nero winks.

The crispy fries are too tempting, and I take a bite. Moaning from the tasty carbs, I close my eyes in pure joy. When I open my eyes again, I see Nero staring at me with wide eyes.

Oh god I did that out loud!

“Sorry.” I blush, looking down at my plate.

“No.” Nero shakes his head, still looking at me with a hungry expression, only I don’t think he’s hungry for the food. “The sounds of a woman’s pleasure is my favourite sound, whether it’s from s*x or food doesn’t matter.”

My mouth hangs open in shock and I feel my cheeks burning from embarrassment. “Oh god.”

He reaches out and places his hand over mine. “Don’t be embarrassed, it’s cool.” I breathe out a sigh. “Hot as hell though.”

I start to laugh and Nero joins in. “Thanks for the food.”

“It’s fine, I just wanted to drop by and check on you. Make sure you’re eating.” He shrugs like it’s nothing but to me, it’s everything.

Messaging me wasn’t enough for him so Nero had to come and see for himself. What woman doesn’t want that? I know I do.

“Your head still painful?” He asks me.

“A little.” I admit and when he frowns, I add. “Not as bad as earlier.” Nero nods and we continue our food. “This tastes really good.”

He smiles smugly. “Told you, my places are the best.”

I eat a little more and I just can’t help but wonder where Nero came from. I’ve never experienced this before, having someone care for me like this. I’ve never had someone pop over to check in on me and make sure that I’m ok. This is all new, but I have to say, it feels nice.

NERO

Bailey’s telling me that she’s ok, but I can feel her wolf and she’s not doing as good as she’s trying to make out. I don’t miss the way Bailey winces slightly when something is too loud. She still has a bad head.

As much as I don’t want to take her back to my place against her will, this just confirms that I’m doing the right thing by her. There’s no doubt Bailey will hate me and that she’ll be scared, but I can’t just sit back and watch her kill herself.

I don’t care that the elders have finally decided that my way was the right one, I’d still be going along with it. This is my plan, and it has been since I knew that Bailey was moving here. I took a back step because Rosa told me it might not the best meeting for me and Bailey but now, I don’t care, I’m not going to be able to share a life with her if this all goes to s**t.

I’m thinking of her safety and one day, Bailey will see that too. She’s my mate, so this is my choice.

I had already planned to drop by this afternoon to see if she was ok after what happened last night, only now I plan to take her home with me. She’ll eventually pass out from the sedative I snuck into her food; normal drugs don’t work on werewolves, so I got a strong one from Rosa. It won’t be long until it takes effect. I have some of my men waiting outside to help me get some of her belongings to make her kidnap a little more comfortable.

Whilst Bailey is in my care, we’ll get to know her wolf and connect with her. She can meet everyone in the compound and get to know everyone just like her. We can hopefully learn more about her parents and the pack she was born into because we haven’t been able to find anything yet.

It will be good to have her finally on the compound as right now she’s living just on the edge. Other pack members live close by but she’s not within the safety boarders of our land and it will be one less thing to worry about.

When she originally moved here, we all agreed it will be better because she wouldn’t see any wolves around but we’re running out of time, and she needs to be thrown into the deep end. I want to keep my mate alive, and this is what has to be done.

After eating the food, I bought over, Bailey and I move over to the sofa.

“Thank you for bringing me food.” She yawns. “I feel even better.”

I smile but I know she’s lying. She doesn’t know I can hear her wolf crying because she wants to be set free.

“Good.” I look to the TV and see that Bailey was watching one of my favourite shows. I press PLAY and we both sit back to enjoy. Bailey gets comfy and I can see her eyes getting heavy.

“Nero?” She asks ten minutes later, sounding a little slurred. “We should have kissed.”

“Oh really?” I laugh, the effects of the tablets coming into play.

Bailey adamantly nods her hear, he pretty eyes starting to close. “I’ve dreamt of it, you know.”

“Kissing me?” I ask and Bailey smiles, snuggling her head into the cushions.

“And more.” She sleepily sighs. “So much more.”

With that, she falls to sleep, and I watch her for a minute. Getting my first proper look at her as she peacefully sleeps. Her dark eyelashes fan across her cheek bones and her full lips pout at whatever she’s dreaming of.

This is it.

I reach for my phone in my back packet and send a text to my Beta, Archer to let him know to bring the cars around.

Time to bring Bailey home.