The Alpha, The Rogue & The Beauty

Birthday Surprise

2 months later

Beth POV

Over the last two months, life has changed so much. I now sleep in a nice comfy bed. Mrs Baines has taken me and my mum clothes shopping and bought us loads of new clothes. New clothes, not nice second-hand ones, new!

Connor is almost constantly at my side, holding my hand, his arm draped over my shoulders. He is forever whispering sweet nothings in my ear or giving me mind-blowing kisses. Things haven't progressed as far as they did in his room on his birthday, because he always pulls back before it gets too far, saying he wants it to be special.

He is so adorable, and I love him so much.

My dad has visited us regularly, often bringing his beta, Darren, with him under the guise of a business trip. Mum and dad act like an old married couple when they are together and I can tell by how they look at each other that they still love one another, although neither will act on it. This is just proving Connor’s theory that they are fated mates and that he was somehow forced to choose Stacey.

I still must pretend that I am human, still must wash with my special soap. So, mum and I still do our own thing whilst everyone in the pack is training. However, the last few weekends, mum has sent me out on my own because she has felt poorly.

It's my birthday tomorrow and I can't wait. We are just having a small do at Baine's house, with family and close friends. I'm looking forward to it. I want to find out if I truly have a wolf or not and if she is half as beautiful as Connor's silver wolf.

I'm currently being pampered in a beauty salon. Having my hair and nails done. One of the many birthday presents from my dad. As he told me, he has missed seventeen birthdays, so he is making up for it now.

Connor POV

The last two months have been a whirlwind. Every morning I wake up eager to see my girl. She has become my reason for living. When she isn't right next to me, I miss her like crazy.

It's her eighteenth birthday today and we will finally find out if she can shift or not. I'm so excited. I hope she can, as I would like to be able to run beside her wolf during the pack runs. It won't matter if she can't, I love her either way.

I've planned to take her away this weekend to our lakeside getaway. I want the weekend to be special. The last two weekends, Sarah has taught me how to make Beth's favourite meal, lasagne. So, I plan to wine and dine her, before making her truly mine. I just hope beyond hope that she says yes.

Her mum has already packed a bag for her, and it is currently in the boot of my car, so we can head straight there after school on Friday. I have also arranged for David to take Crystal home after school that day, so there is one less thing for me to worry about.

Now I have just got to make sure that she has the best birthday ever.

Her dad and his beta arrived at the house just before lunch and took Beth out, so we could get things set up. She doesn't know it, but they are also taking her dress shopping, so she has something to wear for the party.

We deck the garden with fairy lights and lay out food on the tables. The cake I ordered arrived just as we sorted the finishing touches. I ordered it especially for her. She has been reading the History of Werewolves book and is certain her wolf, if she has one, will be white, like the white wolf originally blessed by the moon goddess.

I change into a suit; I want to look my best for her, and I make sure my tie matches the colour of her dress as Alpha Leon has sent me a picture of her in the dress already.

Everyone is waiting in the garden as I stand at the front door waiting for them to return. Alpha Leon's car pulls up, with Darren driving. I walked to the car and opened the back door, where she was sitting, looking more gorgeous than ever, in her tight-fitting scarlet dress.

I held out my hand to help her out of the car. When she finally stands before me, I am stunned by her beauty. I am speechless as I bask in the sight before me.

'Do I look okay?' She asks, nervously.

'You look beautiful.' I said, mesmerised.

A throat clearing next to me breaks my trance.

'Shall we go to the party or are you just going to stand there and stare at her all evening?' Alpha Leon asks me.

'I would gladly stare at her all day, every day, but people are waiting.' I joke back. Turning, I offered Beth my arm, which she gladly took.

I guide her through the house and into the back garden, Alpha Leon and Beta Darren trailing behind us. As we step into the garden, everyone starts singing 'Happy Birthday'.

Leading her to where Sarah and my parents are waiting, the partying begins.

Beth POV

Lunch with my dad and Darren was lovely, but I can't believe the two men took me dress shopping afterwards. When my dad saw me in the tight red dress, with a cowl neck and skirt going just below my knees, he had tears in his eyes, and I knew this dress was the one. He insisted that I keep the dress on and found me a pair of shoes to match it.

When we arrived back at the house, Connor was there to meet us and he looked so handsome and dapper in his suit, his tie even matched my dress.

I was overwhelmed when he led me into the back garden, where I was greeted by a chorus of happy birthday. I had so much fun at the party. It was small, with just the right number of guests.

When it came to the cake, I was flabbergasted at the decorations. On the top of the cake there were two wolves, one silver and one white. They were pictured sitting facing one another and howling up at the silver moon. It was gorgeous, and it tasted good as well.

It came time for me to see if I could shift. My mum and Mrs Baines took me inside and helped me change into a loose robe, so I wouldn't ruin my dress. Connor and my dad stood either side of me and held my hands in support.

When the sun finally set, I felt disappointed because nothing happened. Time passed by slowly as we all stood there waiting. I looked towards Connor, tears welling in my eyes, but he just squeezed my hand in encouragement.

Suddenly, pain shot up my spine and I cried out, collapsing to my knees. Connor knelt beside me, rubbing circles on my back.

'It's okay.' He whispered, 'it will be over soon.'

Another jolt of pain went through me, but instead of a scream a growl escaped my lips. Within seconds, my body transformed and a howl burst forward.

'That was quick!' Someone gasped behind me. 'I've never known anyone shift that quickly on their first time!'

A cloud that was obscuring the moon moved and moonlight bathed the garden.

'She's beautiful!' Came a gasp beside me. 'She's blessed!'

Confused, I look around and find everyone staring at me in awe. When I face Connor, I find he is still on his knees, a brilliant smile filling his face.

'You were right.' He tells me, reaching out to stroke my head. 'You're a white wolf!'

'She is to be protected at all times.' I heard my father demand.

'Don't worry, Leon. She will have bodyguards, twenty-four, seven. She will be safe.' Mr Baines tells him.

I stepped forward closer to Connor and licked his face. He laughs and wraps his arms around my neck. 'You are beautiful.' He tells me. 'Do you want to go for a run?'

I licked his face again by way of an answer.

'Are you sure that's wise?' I heard my father say.

'She will not be alone. She will have three Alpha's and three betas with her.' Connor said, looking up at him. 'Do you think we can't or won't protect her with our lives?'

'Fine!' My dad replies as he removes his jacket.

Less than five minutes later, I am surrounded by six wolves, all of which are much larger than me.

Mrs Baines steps in front of me. 'Stay next to Connor at all times.' She instructs me. I nod my head in agreement, there is nowhere else I would want to be.