Their Dark Beginning

Interlude

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Side scene:

(This will be a shorter chapter, detailing what Giovanni does and his perspective after catching Anastasia and Kardos.)

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Giovanni’s POV:

/Inner thoughts/

Giovanni

His wolf

That f*****g vamp, trying to steal what is mine. And Anastasia was just eating up the attention!

Mate is young, inexperienced.

Yes, but we are better than Kardos.

Mate was excited to see us. Her scent was so sweet.. Ripe. Ready for breeding.

But he had his hands all over her. She wanted him too, not just us.

Mate was playing. Must make choice between us or him. Not ours yet.

She may not choose us at all if he seduces her before us.

Take action. Stop moping.

I hate when you’re right.

Hmph.

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Storming in to butt between the two of them would’ve only made Anastasia push further towards Kardos. No, he had to play this smart. It was only natural she wanted some kind of control over the situation, though most Omegas would’ve merely been handed off to the highest bidder without question. But, this was not his domain, this was Augustine’s, and as her father, if he willed to let her decide.. Then it was her decision.

Nothing would change it now; but that wouldn’t stop him from heading to Augustine’s office.

He didn’t bother to knock, the man would’ve been expecting him.

Augustine Martel was one of the most renowned Kings in the either; a vampire of massive power and wealth, with a strong family and a large connection to allies. He was impeccably strong, and intelligent; he was ruthless in business matters, or so Giovanni had heard. They’d had brief dealings in the past, but they were different races, with different circles, so there wasn’t much interaction to be had. No doubt he probably preferred one of his own kind, like Pureblood Kardos, over himself.

With a sigh, he entered the office, and true to his intuition, Augustine was expecting him.

“Sit, sit. I’ve been waiting, Giovanni.”

He did as he was bid, settling in the chair in front of the massive oak desk that the Pureblooded Alpha sat behind. He didn’t know what to say just yet, composing his thoughts while the Martel leaned forward at his desk, folding his hands.

“Anastasia made quite a scene tonight, hm?” She’s always been one for excitement and attention. A little strong willed, but nonetheless obedient overall. She will make a fine Omega for either of you.” Augustine spoke, seeming unbothered.

Giovanni shook his head, chuckling softly at the situation. “I had no idea she was so..” He shrugged, unsure how to describe her. He had only known her for a mere few hours.

“Hm, yes. I didn’t quite expect her to pull a stunt like that, but in my household, we have always given the girls choices. They will make strong Queens if they choose to follow in my and their mother’s footsteps.” Augustine continued.

“Ah, yes. I forgot about Mrs. Martel. Where is she? I thought she would be here for the meeting.” Giovanni inquired.

“She is Queen of Louisiana, and has her own obligations. She has their own meetings tonight, but shall return soon. She has been made aware of what conspired tonight.” He tapped the screen of his phone, which rested on the desk. “Handy contraptions these days.”

Giovanni rose a brow, curious. “Is she Omegan.. and Queen?”

The other true Alpha wasn’t offended by the question, or so it appeared, as he continued without so much as raising a brow. “No, Sanura is an Alpha.” Giovanni was surprised at that, as.. well, it wasn’t common for Alphas to mate. It was exceptionally uncommon, but not unheard of.

“I see..”

“Well, let me answer your questions now. Surely you came to my office for more than simple chat, Giovanni.”

Giovanni paused, a vein in his jaw pulsing as he kept himself in check. Just thinking of Kardos set him on edge, especially with the things he could be doing with Anastasia right now, and to think, she was letting that leech touch her.

Fuck that leech.

“I was wondering if you would allow me to take Anastasia to view my territory. To give her a better idea of how my pack, and packs in general work, along with the inner workings. Should she allow me to claim her as my Omega, she will have certain responsibilities and power under me.”

Alpha Martel narrowed his eyes in thought, “She would be need to be escorted, naturally. A representative of the family would need to follow, as well. My other daughter, Sabine, perhaps?”

Giovanni pondered that, and nodded. It would be a hinderance when he was trying to seduce Anastasia, but being able to win over another member of the family might give him a well needed advantage.

“Of course.” - G

“Well then! Let me know the date and we shall arrange for a visitation!”