Alphas Claim

Chapter 19

"A laptop," I say. It's a small Apple laptop, these things are expensive. "Why did you get me a laptop?"

Charles shrugs and smiles but it's different like the smile is somewhat sad. "I thought you would need it, ya know for school work and stuff."

I nod "Well, thank you, I appreciate it."

"Who gave you the flowers?" He asks.

Shit.

Well there's no use in lying to him. He would know.

"Noe," I answer and stuff all my presents back in my locker. Yes I got a new lock. My eyes slowly look at Charles.

His eyes are blank. "I though you didn't like flowers."

I purse my lips and shake my head. "I do like them, I was just mad at you and wanted to hurt you."

His jaw clenches and he scratches the scruff on his face. Then his hands run down his face roughly and he chuckles slightly.

"I'll see you later, Emma."

Then he's gone.

Do I feel bad? A little. But the asshole raped me.

There is still that hurt in my heart though. The hurt that would have had me running after hi, apologizing for being such a b***h. Fortunately, I think I have the right to be a b***h.

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I was on my way to lunch when Noe found me. I may have tried to run but it was no use, Noes faster.

"I need to talk to you," he voice sounded angry. Why was he angry? Noe doesn't get angry easily, he's real happy go lucky guy.

He pulls me into an empty classroom and locks the door. Once he turns, I can see the anger in his eyes. His face is all red and hair disheveled, Noe looks like a raging bull.

"Why didn't you tell me," he asks through clenched teeth. Huh?

"Tell you what?" I was really confused.

"That Alpha Charles Westmen hurt you, Emma. That he," his voice lowers, "raped you."

How-oh I'm going to kill Bella. I didn't want Noe to know because Noe would actually go and do something stupid. He's like my brother, he's always been protective of Bella and I.

I hold my hands up to try and calm him. "Noe I need you to calm down for a minute, okay."

"CALM DOWN?" He roars. Now he was scaring me, seeing Noe angry is like seeing Bella cry, it's rare. "We have to tell the council or something, Em. Maybe go to the alpha and-"

"No," I yell. "His father won't do s**t, Noe and you know that. If we go to the council everyone will think I was just being a disobedient little mate. I know humans would frown upon our laws but there's nothing anyone can do, Noe. he's an alpha."

Noe sighs and run his hands through his hair. "What do we do then?"

"We don't do anything, Noe. We can't do anything." I stare at him with sad eyes. "Promise me you won't do anything stupid." He laughs like I'm telling a joke. "It's not funny, Noe. f*****g promise me!"

He searches my face and I can visibly see his eyes soften. "I promise but-"

"No buts, no what's, no coconuts. You already promised," I stare quickly. I was trying to lighten the mood.

A smile takes over his face and he laughs a little. "It's 'no cuts, no buts, no coconuts'."

I shrug. "Same difference."

The room quiets for a minute and we just stand there smiling like idiots. I loved Noe because he was dependable and caring.

Noe steps forward and wraps his arms around me. The hug was exactly what I needed, a familiar warmth and feeling of safety.

"I love you, Em." he whispers against my hair.

I chuckle and tighten my arms. "Love you too, Noe."

He pulls back and frowns a little. "No I mean-"

Then the classroom door slams open, startling both Noe and I.

"You assholes," Bella exclaims while throwing her arms in the air. She was wearing a........dress. "Making me eat lunch by myself like a loner. Let's go, butt heads. "Then she stomps down the hall.

I run to the door and yell, "nice dress." Teasing her was fun.

She turns and points a finger at me, her eyes hard but playful. "Shut you face."

I laugh and turn towards Noe who has a sad smile on his face.

"Lets go eat," I say and wave him over while I walk down the hall.

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Before school ended, I borrowed perfume from some girl in my last class to cover Noes scent. I wasn't sure what Charles would have done but I didn't want to find out again.

Luckily I remembered to grab my present from my locker.

The perfume was from Victoria Secret and it actually smelt really good. Sort of sweet smelling, like fruits or something.

Charles was already in the running truck when I exited the school. He usually waits for me by the hood. Whatever.

I enter and throw my backpack in the backseat. The truck was warm and smelt of Charles, fresh rain. 

As he pulled out of the parking lot and onto the main road, I glanced at the back seat and saw two duffle bags sitting there.

"Uhh, why are there two duffle bags in the back?" I ask.

He only glances at me before returning his eyes to the road. "As future Alpha and Luna of such a powerful pack, we have to go around and acquaint with other packs. Keep allies."

"Well, how long will we be gone?"

He shrugs. "However long it takes a visit a few packs on the east coast. The first one is a little over 10 hours away so, you should get some sleep."

I hated that he always made decisions without me. I have responsibilities and a life. He didn't even ask me and it was pissing me off.

"Charles, I've already missed a lot of school and-"

"Stop talking, Emma," he says in his Alpha tone.

I glare at him but keep my mouth, I had no choice. My chest hurt a little from the way he talked to me but I was quick to ignore it. I lay down with my back facing him and huff.

What an asshole.

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Travelling with someone you despise was a nightmare. We barely talked and anytime we did, I only answered with a 'yes' or 'no'.

Junk food was probably the best part of a road trip. I learned that I love Taco Bell and Cracker Jacks. I had never tried either before so, I at least got a small plus out of the trip.

We didn't stop once which means Charles drove through the night. I would have offered to drive but I didn't really feel like helping him. He doesn't deserve my help.

I didn't think someone could hold so much hate in their heart but here I was, wanted nothing more than to hurt Charles like he hurt me. It was a sick feeling but I couldn't get rid of it. Every time I saw his face, I was reminded of the events that took place that night.

My fists clenched at just the thought.

It was late when we pulled up to The Revon Pack. They were a nice pack and some amazing warriors too. Their Alpha, Alpha Jesen Miles, had lost his mate to witches. He has no heir so once he retires, a warrior he deems fit for the position will take over. His Beta will retire with him.

The sun was beginning to rise and I was tired. The pack house was big, as all pack houses are. But it was built of mostly wood and logs, like a cabin. Much different from ours. I noticed the forest surrounding them was thicker than ours also. The trees were bigger and healthy. It was beautiful.

Once we parked in front of the house, Alpha Jensen stepped outside and waved at us with a kind smile. Losing his mate didn't make him cruel, I don't know why but he was a nice man. But like any Alpha, he took no disrespect.

Hopping out of the truck, I got a better look of him. His short black had a few grey strands and dull blue eyes seemed tired. Even with a few smile lines he was a handsome guy.

Once Lycans hit around 30 aging slows down a little, not a lot but enough for them to live for 100 years or so.

"Future Alpha Charles Westmen and Luna Emma Harrison," his voice is deep and light. "Welcome to my land."

Charles nods and walks up to shake his hand and I bow in respect. 

"Thank you for doing this," Charles says to him. Doing what? We're only visiting.

Alpha Jensen glances at me and smiles. "My pleasure, son. I'll give you two a minute." His body disappearing inside the house.

Charles brushes past me and grabs the two bags out from the back, including my presents and backpack. I was really confused now.

"So can we go to bed now? I'm really tired." I was. My eyes were barely staying open.

Charles places the bags in front of me and sighs. "I'm not staying, Emma. Only you."

What?"What?"

Immediately I puked on the ground and feel so nauseous. Both his hands run through his curls and down his face. "We're toxic, Em. I love you so much it f*****g hurts. We need time. Time away from each other so, you'll finish high school here." His voice cracks. "Then after that if you want to come back to me, you can but I won't force you anymore. And if you want a life away from me," a tear slides down his face and his hands are shoved in his pockets, "then I'll leave you to live a normal, happy life but I will come get our child since he/she will become the future Alpha."

Tears were flooding down my face. My heart was hurting just looking at him.

"What are you say-"

"I hurt you," he interrupts. "And I have to live with that for the rest of my life. I understand your hate and anger towards me.Emm. I'm sorry, so f*****g sorry but time away from each other is what we need. It's what you need."

I shake my head. "You don't get to tell me what the f**k I need, Charles." I walk past him and to the car door attempting to open it. It's locked. "Open the car, Charles. I want to go home. Now."

"I can't, Emma," he whispers.

I walk up and shove his chest. "f*****g take me home, Charles."

He grips my wrists with one hand while the other grabs the back of my head. Then he kisses my forehead and inhales my scent.

I shake my head. "Don't do this, Charles if you do I will never let you see my child if I'm even pregnant in the first place", my voice wobbles. "Please."

We stay in that position for a minute, with his lips on my forehead.

He won't leave me. He can't

"I won't allow myself to hurt you again, Emm. I'm going to get better while your gone. I'm going to change for you." He cups my cheeks and pulls back to look me in the eyes. Tears are in his. Then he takes a deep breath, "I, Charles Westmen reject you, Emma Harrison as my mate."

And just like that, all the air leaves me. I knew what he was doing. He was giving me a choice. He was letting me go.

"Come back to me, Emm. I'll be waiting." His presses a quick kiss to my lips. "I love you, babygirl."

My chin quivers and I sniffle. The tears are non stop now because before I knew it, Charles was walking away from me. He can't. He can't leave me.

"Please, Charles," I cry out and run after the moving truck. 'm sprinting after his truck, my legs pumping and trying to keep up.

"CHARLES," I scream.

My running slows until I eventually fall down to my knees. The hard gravel digging into my knees as I watch the tail lights of Charles truck disappear.

The sobs coming from me are so powerful, their wracking my body. I'm out of breath and trying to rub the ache in my chest.

He left me. Charles left me.

"I HATE YOU," I scream to the empty road. This.....this hurt. My heart I slowly shattering and there's nothing I can do.

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