His Crimson Mate

Mr. Brooding Eyes

(Janessa's POV)

The party was in full swing by the time I made it downstairs. My mother and Franny once again outdid themselves. I looked around at the expensive decorations that littered our pack house all the way into our large ballroom. I didn't have much of an appetite, so I walked straight to the back where the bar was.

I wore a shimmering figure-fitting dress that fell to the floor but had a split that reached high on my thigh. The dress was all black, just like my soul, but I also knew I was drop-dead gorgeous in it. I had no time to show off my curves or my sexiness as I quickly threw back five shots of vodka. After the fifth shot, I felt a little more mellow and I decided to find my mother in the crowd.

I felt a muscular arm draped around my shoulder as a comforting scent engulfed me. "Where the hell have you been?" asked my annoying twin brother, Quest. I quickly shook his heavy arm from my shoulder before elbowing him in the gut. Quest hunched forward to grab his stomach as I felt yet another arm snake around my shoulder. This time the arm was more feminine and much lighter.

"Where the hell have you been?" demanded Jen, Quest's mate, and my sister-in-law. I really can't stand them. Two peas in a pod they are. I rolled my eyes as I brushed her off as well. "Moody are we? Someone needs some d**k," Jen teased me as she tried to pinch my bum through my dress.

I shot her an evil glare even though she didn't know how true it really was. I never got my usual session after our mission and I felt backed up even though I just got some yesterday. I wish I could have known that was the last time between Milo and me. I would have made it more memorable.

I scanned the room in hopes I might spot my mate but I knew he wasn't there. Hera hasn't even bothered to appear since I've been down here.

Finding my parents on the dance floor, we danced together as a family for a while with my sister, brother, and sister-in-law. After a while, my father decided to propose a toast to his lovely mate. I got misty-eyed at his speech and my heart ached at the thought that I may never have that.

I looked around at all the decorations and flowers and just the all-around effort that was put into this party. I absolutely hated party planning and I sucked at it. Unlike my mother and Lidiya, it definitely wasn't something I looked forward to. I'd rather train. What kind of Luna would I make anyway? This was something I had to keep telling myself so I wouldn't slip into a depression. I'm getting too old and stuck in my ways. I wouldn't make a good mate anyway.

After my father's toast, I made my way back to the bar for a few more shots. I saw my sister dance around in pure bliss and I smiled at how innocent she still was. When I was fifteen, I certainly wasn't as wet behind the ears, but naive nonetheless. I miss those days.

As the alcohol took over again, I began to sway my hips seductively to the beat. I was lost in my own world when a pair of arms slid around my waist. I looked back momentarily and barely recognized the handsome face behind me, but I didn't care. I began to grind to the music with my new partner. The grinding and his touching were getting me hot. I knew it was mainly the alcohol talking but I didn't care.

I was getting turned on, but deep down I was scared of being with someone new. Milo didn't technically take my virginity. The is reserved for my nine-inch, bright red dildo I affectionately named Big Red. I popped my own cherry out of curiosity, but to date, Milo is the only male I have ever been with. I know I will have to move on one day but I am not sure if I am ready.

Without warning, I abruptly ended my dance and walked away. I staggered a bit but made my way out of the ballroom. I needed some space. I clumsily walked up five flights of stairs to the Alpha's chambers. I don't know why I was still living with my parents. I guess I figured I could stay there until my brother and sister-in-law took over the pack. Maybe it's time for me to grow up?

I made it to my room, which was my brother's old bedroom, and quickly undressed. I slipped into some comfy pajamas and checked the time. It was only shortly after 10 pm. It was an early night for me but I was exhausted, so I climbed into my bed and quickly slipped into drunken darkness.

I was awakened by loud noises coming from outside the pack house. I groaned and rolled over to check the time. It was only 11:30 pm, which means I barely slept an hour. I groaned and rolled back over, covering my ears. Stupid Alpha werewolf hearing! I shouldn't even be able to hear anything from this high up in the pack house.

As the noises became louder, I became frustrated. Did the party spill outside? In this weather? I know my parents can party with the best of them but they are getting old. I left my bed and stumbled to the window. The alcohol hadn't fully left my system yet and I knew I needed more rest. I pulled back the curtain and my blood ran cold.

Five stories beneath me, on the side of the house, I watched an unknown wolf tear a warrior I recognized to shreds. I opened the curtain further to get a better view and noticed chaos everywhere. My pack members were dying and I know my mother and father can feel everyone. Oh no! My family! I sobered up quickly as I ran towards my closet to get dressed.

I threw on my signature all-black, spandex, one-piece and tucked my knives in their usual spots. I exited my room and then left the chambers. The moment I opened the door of our chambers, I could hear the chaos downstairs. They have already made it inside? I quickly checked my surroundings and quietly made my way down the flights of stairs.

On the steps just before the second flight, I could sense and smell unknown wolves. I made a stop on the second floor and crept down the hall. "Please, stop! Just leave us be!" I heard Laura, an Omega, cry. "Shut up b***h!" I heard an unknown male shout before I heard the sound of a hard smack. I peeked my head around the corner quickly and spotted at least twenty Omegas on their knees, huddled together and scared. I spotted three males standing condescendingly in front of them.

"How about I teach you a lesson," said the same male as I watched him rub his crotch and walk towards Laura. The look of pure terror in everyone's eyes was heartbreaking. "Chill, dude. You know the Alpha said we shouldn't hurt the females," stated another male. "How's he going to find out?" growled the other male as he grabbed Laura by her hair and she screamed. I have seen enough.

I assessed the situation. I was going to take, Mr. Handsy, out first, then I can quickly get rid of the other two. I crept slowly and quietly down the hall towards the small crowd. Multiple Omegas looked up at me with a mix of relief and fear in their eyes. I quickly put my finger to my lips to tell them to keep quiet as I continued my approach.

The moment I was right behind the male who had Laura held up by her neck, I quickly reached forward and slit his throat. I knew the instant I did that all hell would break loose and it did. One of his companions quickly shifted and jumped on my side before I could react.

I let him take me down as I slid under him and used my knife to carve a straight line down his belly. His guts spilled out over me as I quickly rolled him off me and jumped to my feet. The remaining male jumped at me, still in human form, slammed my back against the wall, and began to choke me. These idiots seemed to have minimal training. I took my dagger and shoved it into his side multiple times. I didn't stop until he toppled over onto the floor. I watched in a rage as he tried to gasp for his last remaining breath of air.

I looked down at all the Omegas shaking. "Listen, everyone, hurry and take the Omega steps upstairs to the Alpha's floor. Go to one of the larger spare rooms and lock yourselves inside. It's too late to try to get you all to the bunker so I want you to go as high up as possible and hide. Do you all understand?" I commanded everyone and they all nodded in shock and fear. "Now go!" I shouted and they all stood up and began running down the hall toward the back steps.

I quickly turned and began running in the opposite direction, back towards the main staircase. I could hear shouting coming from the foyer and my heart dropped, hearing the fear in my father's voice. Halfway down the steps, Hera began stirring within me. "Are you ready to end these mother fuckers?" I asked Hera, ready to attack. The hair all over my body began to stand on end as we got closer to the commotion.

"We can't take them all, but... he's here," she whispered. "Who's here?" I questioned her through our mind link as I stood against the wall on the last step. Suddenly, the most tantalizing scent of sandalwood and leather hit my nose. "Mate," she responded, and my stomach dropped. No! There is no way my mate is here with these idiots. If this is the case, I will quickly reject him before slitting his throat.

I peeked around the corner and let out a gasp as I saw my whole family on the ground of the foyer huddling close together near the large center table. If my father is down like this, we have clearly lost control of the pack. "Give up the white wolf or your whole pack will face the consequences," I heard a low and sexy baritone voice that sent tingles down my spine.

Was that the leader? Of course, my mate would be the leader of a freaking rebellion! What have I done to the Goddess to deserve this? "Over my dead body!" I heard my father yell. "That can be arranged," the tall, dark, and handsome man growled before three wolves jumped in and attacked my dad. My brother and mother quickly shifted and attacked as well, but more wolves began to pour into our home. At that very moment, I knew exactly what I had to do.

I stepped out from the shadows of the steps and yelled, "Stop!" The fighting continued but the most handsome male I had ever seen turned his head and looked my way. He was tall, with short black hair, and brooding blue eyes. Every inch of his exposed skin had tattoos and even though I was never really into tattoos, I was now.

The moment our eyes locked, I felt the bond immediately snap into place. I lost all the air in my lungs when I heard "Mate," whispered in my mind. My feet began moving on their own accord straight towards him and the action. Completely caught off guard, a wolf attacked me from the side. "Enough!" I heard that sexy voice shout. All the fighting stopped and I quickly stood up with only a few minor scratches.

"Please stop now, and I'll go with you," I said as I slowly approached Mr. Brooding Eyes. He c****d his head to the side and an evil smirk crossed his lips and I hated that I found it extremely attractive. The dark aura surrounding him was doing involuntary things to my body. "What makes you think I would take you over the white wolf?" He responded in a condescending tone. I was completely taken aback by his response. Does he not feel the bond or does he simply not care?

"Are you looking for a blessed wolf or the White Wolf specifically?" I asked. He observed me for a moment, looking me up and down. I could see the recognition in his eyes the moment he saw the red patch of hair at the front of my head. "Please stop this and I will come with you willingly," I stated barely above a whisper. I saw my mate contemplating my offer for a moment before his eyes glazed over in mind link.

I noticed all his warriors easing up and beginning to back away. "Grab her and let's go!" he yelled as he turned to leave. "No!" my mother and father screamed in unison. My father was badly injured but he stood with defiance and hate in his eyes as he looked at them all head-on. I knew my father would lose his life for me and I just couldn't let that happen. "I will be okay," I told them calmly from a distance.

My mother's face went white as a sheet when a male walked by her. I saw what looked like recognition in her eyes. Did she know him? "Sweetie y-you don't know about this pack. T-they sacrifice bl-" my mother's frantic voice was cut off by another male roughly grabbing my arm.

"Let's go!" he shouted and two more males went to grab me too. "Don't touch me!" Hera roared aloud in anger while exuding all of her Alpha aura. She was pissed and hurt by her mate's actions. Everyone nearby backed away in fear. I may not be their Alpha, but I am an Alpha just the same, and even though I will have to reject and probably kill their Alpha, they will respect me!

"Jani!" my little sister sobbed and I couldn't even look back at her or I would surely change my mind. "We will come for you, sis, I promise," I heard Quest's angry voice call through my mind. "I love you," I whispered back through our link, letting a little of my fear slip through to him. I pray to the goddess this isn't the last time I see my family.

I stepped outside and saw bodies scattered everywhere. I felt bile rise in my throat but I did my best to swallow it down. All my pack members were down in submission looking relieved they had survived the attack. When they saw me leaving with them, I could see hundreds of panicked eyes looking my way.

I took one last look at the place I grew up, my home, before I heard his sexy voice again. "I will be taking the prisoner in the first truck alone. Everyone else can follow, now move out!" he said before he looked at me to follow him. We began to walk silently through our territory. I can't believe they walked miles through our territory undetected. Do we have a traitor amongst us?

Finally, we made it back to their trucks and I followed my mate to the first one and tried to climb in the back. "Do you think I will trust you to sit behind me?" my mate said with a sexy smirk before I felt something heavy and cold around my wrists. I looked down and saw large metal cuffs.

"Now get in the front," he stated before he opened the door and roughly threw me into the passenger seat. Hera whimpered in my head as I let out an angry growl. He climbed into the front seat and started the car, blasting his music. I glared at him before settling into my seat. I was going to kill this bastard if it's the last thing I did!