Her Stepping Stones

Training and a Date

Lina P.O.V

Once I got to the training grounds my mom hugged me tight. " I heard what happened. I'm sorry baby", she said. "It's fine mom. That stuff is why I'm here. Help me learn so if it ever happens again, I'm ready", I said. "Okay, let's begin". After two hours I was sore. We've been doing normal warm up and work outs. Now it's time for the fighting. I stepped up to a mat and my mom showed me a few defensive moves. After practicing a couple times it was time to put it to the test. She called over a warrior. "This is Trent, he will be your opponent. Remember Trent were just working on defense", she said. "Yes ma'am." We circled eachother for a moment then he struck. I used my arms to block his attack and I tucked my leg behind his and pushed him. He immediately fell. I got on top and flipped him. I successfully pinned him. "You learn fast Lina", my mom complimented. " Miss Sheila?" Trent said awkwardly. "Can I not do this? Alpha looks like he's gonna kill me", he said. We all looked and Aaron was watching the whole thing. "Dismissed", my mother announced giggling. Aaron stormed over. "What the hell Lina? If you want one on one I can do that. I don't want any males touching you damnit", he finished. "I'm sorry I didn't realize I'd become property", I challenged. "I'll do her training from now on Sheila", he said looking at my mom. "Yes Alpha", she bowed before walking away. "If you wanna learn then let me teach you", Aaron said. "Now, try to attack", he advised. I lunged at him and he quickly moved out of the way grabbing my hair and slamming me on the mat. "That wasn't fair fighting". He smirked. "Lina there is no such thing as a fair fight. A real enemy will do whatever they can", he reasoned. "Okay fine", I huffed. We kept on for over three hours. Finally we both just layed on the mat completely spent. Aaron jumped up. "Let's go out". I looked at him. "We don't have time for all that. We need to find Gage and stop him". He reached in his pocket. "Speaking of which, this will block any future witch attempts", he finished. He put this little silver bracelet on me. "It will protect you". I smiled. "Then let's go".

Alpha Aaron P.O.V

We quickly made our way back to the house to shower and change. I was pretty excited to take her out to a dinner. I stepped out wearing a black polo shirt and some blue jeans. I left my hair to dangle on the sides just combing through it. I waited in the living area for her to arrive. When she did I was stunned. She was wearing a short dark blue romper with gold sandals and some matching gold bracelets. Her hair was fishtail braided down the back. "You are beautiful". I saw her blush. We joined hands and proceeded to our date. I took her to a nice Italian restaurant. The owner is a wolf himself so he's made sure to have the special wine pulled. The wine helps kick in a buzz a bit faster. We walked in and she immediately gasped. There was candle lights everywhere. We kept walking until we got to a private room. Wasn't too big but it was enough for us two with the table and chairs included. We both took a seat. I ordered a chicken parmesean and she got the spaghetti and meatballs. We both got our glass of red wine to sip on. I managed to sneak a quick picture while she was admiring a painting. "So where are we with the search?" I sighed. "I already told you as soon as you are Luna I will make sure to include you but I want you focusing on yourself", I reasoned. " You need to train". She sighed but let it go. "Also I wanted to know if you would like to pursue any further education?" She sat there for a minute thinking. "Thankfully, I was able to aquire a GED at sixteen. It was just before Gage had me imprisoned. I couldn't get a diploma because that took too much time from the housework. I would like to do something but I'm not exactly sure", she sighed. "Well whatever it is you want to do, I'll support you fully. You don't have to worry about anything". She gave me a big smile. The rest of the dinner went by smoothly. She was starting to get pretty tipsy so we left. I got her home and soon as I was getting her out of the car my wolf pushed forward. He rushed her upstairs while she was moaning and writhing against me. No this can't be it yet, I thought. I sat her on the bed and she looked up at me. "I can't handle this Aaron. Please help me. My whole body is burning". I thought for a moment. "Cold shower", I stated. I lifted her up and placed her in the shower. I got in with her. I kept our clothes on because I wasn't sure if I could control our wolves if we were naked. I could feel her wolf pushing as well. They wanted this but I don't think she's ready. It's gonna be a long night.