False Prophecy

A Morning and A Rejection

Zyanna

I awoke slowly to the sun beginning to rise over the mountains, I felt so warm and comfortable and so confused. Seriously, how much did I drink last night??? I looked down at the heavily tattooed arm across my waist with a large hand cupping my hip… What the actual...? I remember the fire, drinking, marshmallows…. So many marshmallows. Dancing in the sand under the stars with Sophie and then swimming in the water with Nikolai. I felt a protection bubble cast around the lake. I assumed it was Grams in preparation for my birthday in case something weird happened. It must have been midnight. I remember the water glowing and the changes in the water. Did I dream it? I remember Selene standing before me, she said I would be protected from my rejection today and to trust her in everything to come. To continue with my plans and everything would work out as it should. She told me not to give up on love and be brave when the time is right” I don’t remember anything after that. I felt Nikolai's hand tighten around my hip. Oh, my Goddess my thoughts drifted to his hands holding my hips as my mind started to wonder. My s****l knowledge was limited to a high school boyfriend, and it wasn’t great, but I knew there was more to it. All of the sudden I feel his lips brush up to my ear. “Be careful sunshine, you are an adult now, I can smell what you are thinking about.” He said huskily. I could feel the flames on my face as he rolled me towards him, and I felt his hard muscular chest against my hands. He looked deep into my eyes and I could feel him moving towards me, giving me a chance to say no. I leaned into him as his lips pressed to mine slowly. He started kissing me, then deepening the kiss. My body felt like electric energy was pulsing through it, I wanted more, I wanted him to squeeze my hips tighter, I craved the pain of his strength. He groaned against my mouth and kissed me harder, tightening his hand on my hip more, almost painfully. Arousal flared through me. Something deep and primal called out to him. He lifted his head, looking at me, his eyes dark with lust. Timber almost on the surface. I looked into his eyes, then the eyes of Timber. “Ah, My Big Fluffy Bear” I smiled at him. I could feel his claws against my skin. “Yes, please” I breathed as he put his nose into my neck breathing deeply.

“You are not ready for what I have in mind Sunshine” I could hear the tone in Timber’s deep voice.

“I may be ready for more than you know, Timber” I said wrapping my arms around his neck. I felt a deep rumble in his chest and his claws extended, digging into the skin on my hips. He leaned in to kiss me again. I wanted, no I needed more from him. I craved everything about him. The kiss deepened and became almost feral. The sound of a truck approaching brought us back to reality.

“Naughty Little Sunshine provoking Timber like that. I really will put you over my knee," he said, staring into my eyes. I could still feel his tight grip on my hips.

“I may like being put over your knee, you never know until you try,” I said as I arched my body into his. I could feel the vibration of his growl. Dear Spirits, this man was divine. More than just the attraction from before, it was like last night broke a barrier wide open. He rolled over and sat up, bringing me onto his lap in a straddle position, pressed fully against him. My brain felt like it was short circuiting.

“Little naughty sunshine,” he said. “We are going to have to take this up another time” he sounded regretful before lifting me from his lap, his eyes still dark with lust. The sound of the truck getting even closer brought us both out of our haze. We started to organize the blankets and mess from the night before as the truck pulled onto the beach.

Matthew jumped out of the truck just as we finished organizing everything to pack it up. “Good Morning my friends” He boomed, trying to get the hungover reaction I know he was seeking. Nikolai and I grimaced, though not for the reasons he was thinking, I’m sure. We loaded up my truck to get ready to head back to Gram's house. Nikolai gave me a comforting hug and kissed my forehead before heading out. I’m not sure what it was, but he seemed worried about me. I know they were leaving today but I am sure I will see him soon. Well, after that encounter, I hope it's sooner rather than later.

“Hello Grams” I chimed as I walked in. “You didn’t happen to cast a protection bubble around the lake while we were there last night, did you?”

“I most certainly did, we don’t need prying eyes on our family gifts. Now, sweetie, I know there is a rejection today, but I need you to focus as much as you can on remaining calm throughout it. We can't have any of your powers going haywire while this all goes on. They will likely break the pack bond as soon as it’s over. It may feel like a lot but we can’t risk your gifts being noticed. Your Mom and Dad have everything packed and ready to move. The Alpha has agreed to the transfer. Alpha Xander is going to be here all day so we can initiate you into the pack as soon as possible. I would suggest a swim in the lake this evening to release any tension or magical issues that you may have with everything that will happen today. It should help” Grams said.

“I will do everything I can to stay calm, and a swim actually sounds amazing. I felt so grounded last night feeling the dirt, sand, water, and plants surrounding me.” I said. Grams looked at me with a soft smile. I didn’t really need to pack anything to go back since we were officially moving here so I jumped in my truck to head back to the pack.

Upon arrival, I checked with my mom for the whereabouts of Beta Nutsack. My mom explained to me, that we all had a meeting with the Alpha. Beta Joseph didn’t know what the meeting was about other than a family was going to transfer from the pack. That nutsack still thinks I don’t know. Figures when you are that self-centered. We arrived at the meeting quickly wanting to get this over with. The Alpha was ready to do the bond break. He asked if we could have the future Alpha and Beta come to observe for “Learning Purposes” Riiiiight.

I felt it as soon as Joseph walked in. I turned, and the bond snapped into place. He looked right at me and said “Mate. Let’s get this mistake over with”.

I scoffed knowing he was going to be an ass about it, I think he was looking for me to be confused or beg. “Are you 100% certain this is what you want, Beta Joseph? There is no opportunity to go back after this”, I stated in a calm voice.

“Are you serious!?” Joseph bit out angrily “I am 100% certain I deserve more than you. You aren’t worthy of being the mate of a Beta let alone any rank here Anna” I cringed at the name Anna, although that is what the pack here chose to call me since my name was quote-unquote “weird”, those closest to me called me Zy.

“Very well then” I stated calmly. He seriously looked so angry that a vein on his forehead was about to pop. I wonder if it’s giving him a headache? Focus, I scolded myself.

He faced me “I Joseph Delain future Beta of the Forest Moon pack hereby reject you, Anna…….” He paused, looking uncertain. I lifted a brow at him, seriously this i***t didn’t even know my name, just wow.

“Zyanna Morgania”, I supplied to him hoping to hurry it along. He started again “I Joseph Delain future Beta of the Forest Moon pack hereby reject you Zyanna Morgania daughter of Jack and Kristine Morgania”. As the words left his mouth, he clutched his chest. I felt the bond start to snap, but the pain wasn’t there. I guess maybe I’m too calm and will need to put on a little bit of a show, the moon Goddess did say she would help me through this. “I Zyanna Morgania hereby accept your rejection Joseph Delain Future Beta to The Forrest Moon Pack. I accept the bond break along with breaking all that was destined by the Moon Goddess Selene, Hecate, and the Mother Spirit” I extended the rejection, making sure he would not receive any mate gifts from my family. The bond snapped like a rubber band. I grabbed my chest and doubled over, wondering how long I would need to play this up….. how stupid. My mom grabbed me and put my head against her chest, thankfully, to keep my expression away from everyone. I heard Joseph cry out in pain and what I assumed were his knees hitting the floor. The Alpha tired of the theatrics in his office I'm sure, asked my Father if we were ready. I heard my Father step forward, extending his palm. With a small nick to the palm by the Pack Blade, my father’s link was severed. My mom walked forward holding out her hand and mine as the process was repeated.

“With the pack bond removed, you will need to vacate the premises, you have approximately two hours before the rogue status and scent will start.” He dismissed us with a wave. I straightened up out of my mother’s arms, and we all calmly thanked the Alpha and turned to leave. He looked confused by my quick recovery. I walked past Joseph, still on his knees and his hand clenched on his chest, without a second look. Mitchell was with him comforting him. We couldn’t get out of there quick enough just the drive to The Guardians Pack where Alpha Xander was waiting for us and this is what it truly felt like to be going home.