The Alpha Complex

The Alpha - Tony

I was several steps down from her, but she barely looked down upon me. This Alpha can’t be taller than 5’2 at the most. I swallowed softly. “My apologies Alpha Mel, I don’t think I’ve met a female alpha before.”

The small woman smiled cheekily, “It is no problem. If you and your brothers wouldn’t mind following us in, Beta Connor will lead you to your rooms on the second floor and we will have a meal prepared for you. Afterwards, we can discuss your brother and our demoted Beta Jackson”.

I followed her quickly, her scent still lingering. I was sure she was my mate. She was still real king but I couldn’t focus. This small woman was enticing. She wasn’t skinny, but she wasn’t large. A little bit of a belly, but her hips drew me in. She had light blonde hair that swayed as she walked, brushing right above her butt. Maybe she wasn’t my mate? She didn’t seem at all interested in me. But all I could think about was undressing her and -

“Anthony? If I may call you that. Here is your room.”

“Oh, thank you Alpha Mel. You may actually call me Tony. We appreciate your hospitality after our brother came unannounced. We look forward to having the pack here, too. It’s been awhile since there has been a change of Alphas in this pack. We were sorry to hear about Mason.”

She looked like she’d been stung by my words. I hurt for her and just wanted to hold her. With glassy eyes she cleared her throat, and her big blue eyes look up at me.

“Mason would’ve been a great alpha. The Moon Goddess took a great one a little early.”

She spoke of him as if she loved him and my wolf went crazy. How dare she love another man!? Get it together man, you don’t even know her. She may not even be your mate. I noticed I’d been quietly staring her and she eyes me quizzically.

“Well Tony, if you need anything let please holler at Beta Connor. Our omegas will be able to help you too if you need.”

Just like that she was gone, headed up to the next floor. I couldn’t take my eyes off her, until I felt a slap against the back of my head. “Dude, quit staring like you’ve never seen a woman before!” I rubbed my head and looked at Augustus. He tilted his head, “what?”

“Gus, I think she’s my mate.”

All three of us looked up the stairs where she was no longer staring and then went to our separate rooms. I unpacked and went to take a shower. I stood in there longer than I planned, thinking of the Alpha. A female none the less, and one I believe is my mate. My inner wolf howled. As I stepped out I looked in the mirror feeling a bit self conscious. I was attractive, the attention I received proved that. I wasn’t Mr. Six-pack though. How could that heavenly little woman enjoy me? Maybe that’s why she hadn’t reacted.

I heard a knock on the door, “yes?”

“Tony, you’ve been in there for over an hour. I thought you wanted to see Ashton as soon as possible.”

“f**k, Artemis! Why didn’t you grab me sooner!”

I quickly put on clothes, wishing I’d brought something nicer. Jeans and a white tee we’re going to have to do. I shot out the door and the twins looked at me like I’d lost my mind. I heard footsteps behind me and I didn’t need to turn around to know who it was. My wolf was begging to come out.

“Artemis, we did make that meal change for you. It’s quite odd to see a werewolf be …vegetarian. If you three would like to come with us, your brother is already eating. He’s got quite the appetite.”

I was perplexed. I expected a bit of a fight since he came un-welcomed, but she was treating him as one of her own. I followed behind the twins, trying to keep a bit of distance so my wolf would stay at bay. Beta Connor was behind me, but he quickened his pace to be next to me.

“Tony, the alpha would like to speak to you in private once the matter of what to do about your brother and Jackson are resolved.”

I nodded, not sure that my words wouldn’t rat me out about how badly I wanted to be alone with her.

We went down the stairs and turned the corner towards the pack dining hall. The twins were chatting away with Alpha Mel, and a small growl escaped my throat. I saw beta Connor, smirk which annoyed me more. Does he know something I don’t? Maybe she is already mated and my wolf didn’t know. Maybe the Moon Goddess was playing an cruel joke.

I heard loud laughter and saw Ashton entertaining the guards at his table. I rolled my eyes, however I was thankful that he was safe. He looked up and waved us over, knowing the hell we would put him through wouldn’t be until we got him back to our territory. This is the third or fourth time he’s ran this year. Doing it when ever he felt his lessons or training was too difficult. Augustus sat down next to him and patted him on the back.

“Hey kiddo, how are you?”

“Im good Gus! The food is so good!”

Overall he looked alright, minus some bruising around his face. There was also a bite mark on his throat, I’m assuming from whoever stopped him during their chase. I felt a gaze on me, and when I looked up the Alpha was staring at me. She nodded her head towards the stairs, and I followed her without hesitation.

“Tony, where are you going. “

“Ash, I need to speak to the Luna. Doofus one and two will stay with you”

“Alright, just know she is smarter than she looks. You’ll like her”

I already knew he was right. I kept my eyes glued to the floors, following right behind her. She seemed so much smaller the closer I got. Once we got to the second floor, we turned into what I was assuming was her office. Another man was already sitting there, and he seemed nervous. His face was red, and he refused to look at me. I stood in front of the giant oak desk, waiting for her to sit. When the door shut, I turned to see Beta Connor smiling at me.

“Tony I wanted you to meet the man who disobeyed me, and hurt your brother when I said not to touch him. We do not want this to hurt our treaty. He’s going to apologize, then you can decide what punishment he shall receive.”, she sneered and my wolf howled. The strength she was showing made my wolf want to jump out of my chest and pounce her. I looked the man up and down, he seemed a bit older. I’m sure he was hurt being stripped of his title over a mere child, and none the less also a female.

He looked up and our eyes locked for a moment, then his drifted to the side. “Sir, I’m sorry I’ve hurt the child. After Mason, I was scared a rogue had entered and was going to attack. I should’ve listened to the Alpha. I have a thirteen year old myself, and I would be enraged if someone had hit him like I did your brother. Please forgive me.”

He bowed his head, and I wanted to hit him. However, for some reason words I didn’t agree with came flowing out of my mouth. “Your title being stripped is enough for my brothers and I. However, why we and our pack are here we don’t want you near him”.

He nodded aggressively, I knew he expected worse. He looked over at his Alpha and she nodded, so he bowed to her and to me then left.

“Beta Connor, please excuse us. I’d like to speak to Tony privately.”

He nodded and exited, quietly closing the door behind him. I turned back to the Alpha, and she was grinning at me. I blushed, wanting to assert dominance but couldn’t bring my body to do anything. What was she doing to me?

“Alpha Mel - I, uh -“

“So you feel it too, huh?”