My Alphas' Dark Desires novel Chapter 6

Chapter 6 - Meeting the Roommates

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Chapter 6

~Xade's POV~

"Mate."

The first time I saw her—really saw her—was yesterday.

I had just stepped onto the academy grounds after a morning wasted waiting for my father. Late to school, missing the usual introductions and lectures—not that I cared or could be bothered, but I cared about my reputation. This was my territory and pack lands.

As the Middle Belt Regional heir, I had a name to live up to; at least, that's what my father loved to think.

But then, as I moved through the hallways, my wolf stirred.

It was brief. A flicker of something wrong, yet it felt all too right.

My instincts sharpened. I scanned the students, the crowd, the scents that mingled together—until her scent hit me.

Dark roses, the crisp bite of frost, and something untamed. I inhaled deeply, loving how that sweet scent soothed my wolf. It called to me. And there was only one possible explanation I could think of.

I had found my mate.

But before I could follow it, she was gone.

That alone intrigued me.

Unlike the other Alpha king heirs, I was the most sensitive. It ran in the family. While the others had their brute strength and large territory, we pined for peace, and thus, our cunning thinking was top-notch.

~The Day Before—Flashback~

"You're late."

My father's deep voice echoed through the study as he leaned back in his leather chair, his golden eyes as sharp as ever.

I sighed, dropping into the seat across from him. "You're the one who kept me waiting."

My father, Alpha Xavier, ignored my complaint as his eyes narrowed.

He steepled his fingers, his expression turning serious. "The Middle Belt must remain secure, and businesses must stay in check. That's your priority at PSA. No distractions. This is your final year."

I nodded. This was expected. My father's reach extended beyond just our pack—he controlled trade, information, and power. Keeping everything in line was part of my role, even if I wasn't officially Alpha yet.

"That's not all," he continued. "Someone has been digging into the massacre from ten years ago. The one that wiped out the Southern Region."

I stiffened, my breath barely coming in as my eyes remained locked with his.

My father never talked about that night unless it was necessary. Was this some kind of test or... did something truly happen?

I sat up. "Who?"

His gaze darkened. "We don't know. But whoever it is, they're getting close. Too close. Find out who. Find out why and then sink them."

I let the information sink in. Wait, sink them? I sighed, knowing fully well why he'd want that. The massacre was what it was: a massacre that should remain buried to let those innocent souls rest.

Someone was looking for answers.

And if they dug deep enough... They'd find things that should stay buried—ugly truths of the werewolf kingdom and the power play of politics and greed.

I exhaled, nodding once. "I'll handle it."

Satisfied, my father leaned back. "Good."

I waited a few seconds for him to say something, but he didn't. Immediately, I rose to my feet, dipped my head, and headed straight for the door.

Then, just as I was about to turn the doorknob, his voice rang out. "One more thing, Xade."

I paused, glancing over my shoulder.

"The mating season is approaching," he said smoothly. "You'll meet with Alpha Ray's daughter, Rhina. You know what to do."

I smirked, but my wolf growled angrily inside. I knew Xaren felt it, too, and now, Father had indirectly brought up an arranged marriage.

I knew exactly what my father was suggesting. Securing political ties. Strengthening alliances. Ensuring our future.

I gave him a lazy salute. "Sure, Father. I'll handle it."

But now? Now that I had found her?

Yeah. He wasn't gonna like this.

~Present – Xade's POV~

I watched Valerie storm away with her squared, tensed shoulders. I felt her pulse racing. She must have been in shock, and it was quite different from what I expected.

Unfortunately for her, whether she liked it or not, a new bond had snapped into place and she was mine.

I knew it the moment I saw her in that hallway; that second our wolves synced. But unlike the others, I wasn't shocked.

I ran a hand through my silver hair, exhaling. "Now, Father... how do you feel about your son being mated to the one person who might burn everything down?"

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~Valerie's POV – After Lectures~

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