The Alpha's mate

Friday night-Movie night

CHAPTER 15

Jannelle POV

The drive back to Zack’s house was fun. We listened to 80’s cover bands and sang at the top of our lungs. When we arrived at his house, he jumped out of the car and ran to my side to let me out. As I stepped out he took my hand and said “whoa gorgeous take it easy. I can’t have you getting hurt on my watch.” I smiled and took his hand. Yes captain, I replied. Yes captain? What the hell was that? Why would anyone say that, I thought to myself. “So we have popcorn, chips, dip, pretzels and cheese. We have Roadhouse, Pretty in Pink, Breakfast club and Dirty Dancing. Which one would you like to watch first princess?” Zack asked me. Listening to him call me princess gave me butterflies. I don’t know why but I hung on this man’s every word. His voice was like music to my ears. His scent was so calming. I could only imagine what his body felt like. Probably soft but firm. Cuddly like a teddy bear but hard like a strong man. That daydream was quickly interrupted by Megan  dramatically clearing her throat. “Eh hem! Maybe we should start with Roadhouse, then breakfast club and end with dirty dancing? Does that sound good to everyone?” Megan asked. “Yep that sounds perfect to me” replied Zack. Um yeah sure whatever works for you guys works for me. I replied slightly embarrassed. Zack walked off to the kitchen to set up the snacks. “Jannelle! What are you thinking about in that beautiful yet strange mind of yours girl?” Megan nudged me and asked. I blushed. Him. Was all I could reply. Megan’s face lit up like a christmas tree. Her giddy little happy dance almost caught Zack’s attention and I had to calm her down. Shhhhh! I don’t want him to hear us! “Why not? What are you waiting for? Zack has been in love with you since you were kids. You are both single and he’s the Alpha for crying out loud!” Megan ecstatically proclaimed. Yes he is the Alpha and I am no one with no memory. Maybe I could take a beat and try to figure out my life? “I guess if that’s the way you wanna go. If It were me I’d have his pants around his ankles and my lips around his d-” Megan was cut off by Zack coming back into the room. “Alright ladies, let’s get this party started!” He announced. 

Zack POV

When Jannelle got lost in her thoughts I became worried. I thought maybe she was having a flashback and I wasn’t sure how to respond.  Dr. Stephens did say that could happen. When I noticed she was biting her bottom lip and her eyes were filled with wonder I was pretty sure it wasn’t a flashback. At least not one I was in and she was clearly staring at me in the present. Megan chose the movies and I walked into the kitchen to grab the snacks. I heard the girls chatting and decided to take my time putting the snacks together. I overheard Jannelle admit to thinking about me. I have to admit it made me a little excited. I was hoping she had been thinking about me. Just like a good wingman, Megan started asking her what she was waiting  for and pushing her to be with me. But when I heard the conversation take a turn and Megan start saying something about pulling my pants down, I decided it was time to head back to the girls. Let’s get this party started ladies! I have snacks, you have the movies, let’s do this! I said excited. “That looks amazing. Thank you so much Zack for doing all of this.” Jannelle replied sweetly. Anything for you princess. Megan rolled her eyes and sat in the recliner. Jannelle and I sat on the couch and Megan turned on the movie. I noticed Jannelle was rubbing her arms so I grabbed the blanket she had given me as a gift and wrapped it around her. She looked up at me and smiled. You looked cold, was all I could think to say. “I was, thank you. This blanket is so warm. Where did you get it?” You, I said. You bought it for me. She smiled and snuggled into the couch a little closer to me. I love this scene, I said. As Swayze easily kicked everyone’s asses in the bar.  Epic stuff right there I said with a smirk. Jannelle looked at my face and giggled. What’s so funny? I asked her. “Nothing, you are just really cute when you are crushing on Patrick Swayze.” She replied, still giggling. I am not crushing on Swayze, the man is a legend! He just owns the room as soon as he enters. I’m not ashamed to admit I’m a fan. I said. Both girls started cracking up and saying man crush man  crush. OK OK I guess I have a man crush. Way to kill my vibe girls. I said as I threw popcorn at them. 

Jannelle POV

Sitting here listening to Zack describe his man crush on Swayze was hilarious. Then Megan and I ganging up on him was even funnier. When the food fight broke out and we were throwing popcorn at each other I had a flashback to a night where we were doing something similar. Megs, Zack and I were all at my place throwing popcorn at each other while watching breakfast club and dancing around the room. Suddenly I gasped and covered my mouth. Megan and Zack stopped and rushed to my side. “Are you alright Princess?” Yes, I’m fine I think. I said, a little light headed. I just had this picture of us doing this before. “Ahh yes. About four years ago. It was our Friday night movie night marathon and we were having a food fight with popcorn followed by Zack chasing us out of the back door with the surprise water guns he brought over.” Megan said. “Ha! I got you both good too!” Zack replied, amused with himself. It seemed like it was a really good time. I wish I could remember more. “It will come to you. You have to give it time.” Zack sweetly replied as he rubbed small circles on my back. You’ve done that before. “Done what?” he asked. You’ve rubbed my back before. Like you are now. I said. “Yes I have many times.” he replied. Why? “It’s always been the way I could get you to calm down. Small circles on your back to help you breathe and focus.” He replied. I gave a small smile and sat back on the couch. Let’s finish our movie, I said. The night was young and we had plenty more laughs as it went on. I don’t even remember what time I fell asleep.

Megan POV

Watching my best friend enjoying herself without the drama or tears was like being in the old days when all we did was have fun. How Scott ended up ruining the last four years of her life I will never know or understand. Seeing her so happy and playful with Zack you would have thought they were together. When she had a memory of her past I was grateful that it was from a time when we three were together and having fun. But when she realized that Zack was always comforting her for one reason or another she decided to get back to watching the movie. I think her wolf was coming back and helping her heal. But as far as I could tell, Jannelle was completely oblivious to it. “Don’t worry about it, sugar” my wolf macey told me. “Our old friend will be back to herself in no time. You just need to give it time.” I smiled at the conversation in my head and turned back to the movie. Before I knew it, it was three Am. I looked over to Zack and Jannelle and they were passed out cold. Jannelle  laying in his lap. Zack’s arm draped over her. I’m just going to leave them right there I thought to myself. I made my way to the guest bedroom and quickly passed out. 

Zack  POV

It was around Five AM when I woke up and felt Jannelle under my arm. She was sleeping peacefully and I didn’t have the heart to wake her. I carefully lifted her head off of my lap and laid it on top of the couch pillow. I moved the strand of hair from her face and kissed her forehead. I held still for a moment just staring at her beautiful face. Goddess I was blessed to even be in this woman’s life. I prayed I’d always be with her. Jannelle started to move a bit so I decided I didn’t want to look like a creeper if she woke up and just saw me standing there staring. I needed to shower and get to the gym anyway.  Training is at 6am sharp.  I expect my pack to be there and as the Alpha I cannot be late. I quickly showered and made my way to the gym.