The Silent Alpha's Loud mate

Alex - aka Valkyrie

Alex POV

"How Far are we?" I asked, leaning forward. I looked at the driver and saw him looking at his phone. "about 30minutes Ma'am" he replied and I moved to sit comfortably again.

we've been driving for about an hour now and I'm getting restless... and so is my wolf. The fact that our bond with Luca has been cut off doesn't make it any easier.

I might be only two years older than Luca, but my wolf sees him as someone she needs to protect, and closing off the bond was the hardest thing we've ever had to do. But this is for his own good. some things he doesn't need to know.

when we decided to become his Alpha things were bound to happen. the Alpha takes care of the pack... and he is my pack. although I have enough money to sustain a small town for years, he doesn't need to know where it comes from... Not yet.

I turned back to my laptop and scanned the email again. This is exactly why I keep Luca out of my world. He might be strong and capable... But he will never fit into this world. He will be chewed up and spat out in mere seconds.

"Calvin, did you do what I asked?" I asked, briefly lifting my head to look at Calvin, who is also my driver. he is my right hand man, and the only Alpha I will ever trust with my secrets.

"Yes ma'am. Everything has been done according to your instructions. Andrew will meet us at our destination, and a proper introduction will be made. But I've heard a lot of rumors about this Alpha. I don't even know what to believe, but he agreed to the meeting because this involves his gang too." Calvin said, and i just nodded my head.

I too have heard a lot of rumors, but I've never ever had to cross paths with The Zaiden... The one and only name that sends a shiver down my spine... not out of fear, but something else... something i cannot pinpoint. I haven't changed my clothes since I left home. I couldn't bring myself to remove Luca's scent. He gave me one of his hoodies just because. But his scent is the only thing that's keeping me calm.

*A week ago I found out that someone in my gang has been causing trouble. at first I didn't react because it was minor... well so I thought...

Now we are about to go into war with The Shadows, Because some of my men thought it wise to join their rogue brother. They burned down two of The Shadow's minor warehouses, as well as killed over a dozen of their men... If Calvin didn't step in, it would've escalated and now i need to do damage control.*

The world knows me as Alex, short for Alexandra. But the underworld knows me as Valkyrie.

That name was given to me by someone i respected and looked up to. The very person that trained me behind the scenes and taught me how to fend for myself... because I don't, no one else will. I became a story wolves get told if they don't listen, or go to bed on time. My name sends shivers down powerful grown Alpha's spines.

I may have chosen the illegal route of life, but I will never regret my decision to become what I am today. I do have several companies... none of which I'm interested in, but they mask my real identity. This is why I have Calvin. He is the acting CEO in all of them and I have minor involvement.

"Eta - 10Minutes, ma'am" Calvin said pulling me out of my thoughts. The weight of what my people did settled over me, and it can go very wrong. This can be the sole cause of a war, but I'm hoping it doesn't.

Just as Calvin said. 10 minutes later we pulled into the parking lot to a very famous restaurant. One HE owned. I had to agree to his terms and meet on his territory. That is the only way he would even meet with us.

... ... ...

We were met outside the restaurant by one of HES men, who led us inside.

The restaurant was beautiful and screamed wealth and elegance. Black and grey marble floors, deep red casual seatings with ceremaic tables. A full length bar was built in the middle of the room, separating the casual seating areas from the private booths.

we were led around the bar area, through a door and my breath hitched.

The private booths were even more beautiful. the whole area was decorated with silver, Hold and Black. Each booth was closed off by a door allowing privacy, and security.Each booth had its own colour theme which added to the power aura it gave off.

"This way." The man said, and we followed wordlessly as he walked towards big black double doors.

"This is the boss's private booth. he is waiting inside" The man said, and yet again I was amazed.

He held the doors open and I stepped in. However Calvin was stopped at the door. "Only you can enter Ma'am, your colleague can wait at another booth, or the bar" The man said, and I looked at Calvin. I gave him a small nod and he stepped back. "I'll be at the bar." Calvin said and waited for the doors to close.

I took a moment just to look around and it wasn't much different from the other booths. The only thing different is it had a big mahogony table taking up most of the space. I'm guessing this is where he holds most of his meetings if I really look at it.

"You can have a seat so long, sir will be back in a minute." A woman said, motioning towards one of the chairs. I watched as she moved around with practice ease. pouring drinks, and then rearranging the already perfect placemats.

A door opened behind me and suddenly the room felt too small. My wolf was fully aware and growled inside my head. 'Typical Alpha behavior declaring dominance"

I watched as the man stepped around the table and dark Brown almost black eyes landed on me.

If I had been anything but an Alpha, I would have already tucked tail and ran as fast as I could.

Without a word being spoken a folder was put down in front of me.

I looked at the file, and then up at the man sitting at the head of the table with a blank expression. He motioned with his hand at the folder and i opened it... I sucked in a sharp breath as i stared at the contents of the folder. Each and every one of my men that had caused trouble... Dead.

a single bullet hole between their eyes.

This is a typical sign of an execution.

"I see you already took care of the rogues" I stated as a matter of fact turning the page.

"I don't waste time, and I certainly don't care for other lives." A deep voice said and I snapped my head up. I stared at the man in disbelief.

"You talk?" I asked, more shocked than actually interested. And just like that he was back to glaring at me.

"I came here today to find a way to solve the problem without it causing a war. I'm aware of the damage that was done, and I'm willing to pay... i would have loved to punish them myself, but since you already took care of the problem... all i can do now is compensate for your losses." I said, closing the file.

I leaned back in my chair, aware of all the Alpha pheromones drifting through the air.

I looked HIM in the eyes, having no fear as we are both Alfas. The only thing that ticked me off was how he narrowed his eyes at me. That in normal wolf terms was a clear sign of a challenge.

"You're an Alpha." He stated. I leaned back in my chair, crossing my one leg over the other.

"What about it?" I asked, bluntly.

"The damage is worth over 500 Million, can you afford it." He asked and i almost felt insulted that he would think I couldn't. Well given that he doesn't actually know I'm Valkyrie and not some lackey.

"Do you want cash, or a transfer?" I asked mockingly

A growl ripped through the room, but I growled just as loud keeping eye contact.

"Sarcasm doesn't fit in our world. you asked for a meeting, I gave you one. Now you dare challenge me on my territory? You're either stupid, or very brave." HE said, in a deep voice. One that would make wolves scatter and hide.

"I'd prefer the word brave. Now... if we can finish this. Like I said, I can only apologize for my subordinate's deeds, but it won't change the fact that you already killed them. I am willing to compensate for your losses and only hope that this won't cause a war." I stated, straightening my jacket. I slightly shifted my face so that Luca's scent filled my nose. I took a deep breath and calmed down.

"You can have someone contact my consigliere. He will handle the transaction and everything else." I stated, leaving no room for discussion.

I looked up as HE hadn't said anything and watched how his eyes darkened and his nostrils flare. well seems like I do have a talent for pissing off Alphas... especially this one.

"Well then, it seems this meeting is over. My consigliere will be in contact with yours." HE said and stood up.

I watched as he left the room like hellfire was after him. I guess i really pissed this one off... But on the bright side... he isn't deaf and he does speak.

I'm just guessing he's a man of few words because his eyes spoke volumes.

The same man that escorted us stood at the door waiting.

I left, and found Calvin at the bar where he said he'll be. But he was talking to someone. I saw him take a file and tucked it under his arm.

"Well, that went well." Calvin said, as soon as he saw me. "I just met his Consigliere and received the details. I'll sign this off, and then you can go and take care of the other matter" Calvin said, as we left the restaurant.

Now comes the real reason why I had to block out the bond between me and Luca.

I walked towards my car as a new driver took the wheel and made our way to the airport.

"Blackwood Pack, you will never know what hit you" I silently said to myself and sat back in my seat, making myself as comfortable as can be.