Stars Above Lonely Nights — Michael Brown novel Chapter 62

Jax POV:

After freshening up we hear a knock on the door and I quickly open it to see a shy maid stood waiting, “hello Alpha Jax, I have been told to inform you lunch will be held in 30 minutes if you could meet in the dining room” she says nervously.

Smiling slightly to ease her nerves I nod my head, “of course, thank you for letting us know.”

With a slight bow she turns and walks to Lucas door to inform him of the same.

“Who was it?” Nova asks as she walks out of our bathroom fastening her belt on her dress.

“A maid, we have lunch in 30 minutes” I say which she sighs loudly at.

“Ah goddess ok” she laughs before quickly heading over to the vanity in the room to make sure her appearance is in check.

“You ready?” I ask 20 minutes later as I hear Lucas door opening.

“I’m ready” Nova says turning and giving me a quick kiss.

“Who do you think will be there?” I ask.

“I imagine the council head Elder Martin and then I’m sure Frost and others will join him” she says with a slight shrug. “Do they know you well?”

“No” I answer, “I tend to avoid the council whenever possible, I never wanted their involvement with running the pack.”

“Im starting to think that was a wise choice” she says with a light laugh.

“Let’s head down then” I say with a smile as I open the door for her.

Walking out we meet Luca who is waiting on the landing along with Alpha Axton.

“Alpha Jax, Luna Nova” he says extending his hand for me to shake, “congratulations on your official mating, I’m happy for you both.”

“Thank you Alpha” Nova says politely seeing the truth in his eyes. “Are you ready for this?” She asks as we start down the stairs.

“Are you ever ready to meet the council?” He asks with a grimace.

“N..” Luca starts speaking before Nova holds her hand up effectively stopping everyone from speaking.

“Nova?” I ask through the link as we all look around in confusion.

“Wait..I can hear voices” she links, “I heard my name i’m intrigued.”

Lifting my finger to my lips to make sure Luca and Axton don’t make a sound I motion to Novas ears. They nod slightly in understanding as i try and strain my hearing.

“They’re coming closer” Nova links me suddenly.

Listening I hear two voices coming up the corridor adjacent to where we are.

“She won’t know what’s hit her..”

“I need to go back and inform master that Nova has arrived, you know the plan, don’t let us down..”a deeper voice says which makes my eyes widen.

“Not a fucking chance” Nova snarls through the link as I feel a wave of her anger hit me. Seeing Luca motion for us to move forwards we stalk silently towards the open landing. Seeing only one man walk round the corner Nova immediately moves in and grasps his arm twisting it behind his back and covering his mouth stopping him from calling out.

“I heard everything you just said so don’t you dare try and say otherwise. Where is the other?” She hissed in his ear releasing her aura making him submit instantly.

“He’s gone” he gasps.

“Gone where?” Nova snarls yanking his arm more.

“I don’t know. He comes to me when he wants to, it’s not on my terms” he croaks as she moves her hand to his neck pushing him into the wall.

“A witch? Who is he?” Nova asks with her eyes flashing brightly with Kia.

“Yes. He’s who checks on my reports, he works for the master and is his second in command” he croaks as he tries to fight Novas command to no avail. “I don’t know his name, they’re very secretive.”

“You dare to endanger my mate” I snarl moving forward and slamming my fist into his side making him choke out a howl as Nova tightens her grip on his windpipe.

“It seems so” she says far too calmly. Walking forward I grasp her hand and pull her to my side slowly rubbing soothing circles on her back as she relaxes slightly under my touch.

As she looks at him I see him incline his head slightly as I realise Kia must have linked him also.

“Well it appears we need to question him” Martin says with an unreadable expression on his face. “Honestly Nova all you seem to attract is bloody drama” he mutters in what I believe to be a light hearted manner.

“I know you’re probably joking Elder but I know for a fact Nova is not in the mood for that from anyone here after the last few weeks so I would keep quiet” I warn him as I see the fire flare in Novas eyes at his words.

“Drag him to the cells” Nova orders the guards.

Seeing them look to Elder Martin for confirmation she snarls and releases her aura slightly causing everyone bar me and Elder Martin to bow their heads in submission.

“I don’t need his bloody permission, take him to the cells..the most protected ones. NOW” she roars her eyes flashing dangerously.

With that the guards immediately grasp Anthony off of the floor and drag him out to take him to the cells.

“Good” she says darkly as she watches them go.

“Bit of an overkill Nova” Elder Frost says snidely as he walks up to beside us.

“Kneel” Nova commands making him drop to his knees immediately in surprise as Luca, Acton and I chuckle.

Grasping his chin in her hands she forces him to look at her, “don’t test my patience Frost. I am no longer the submissive she wolf desperate to help whoever I can. I am now one that is desperate to protect those I love and end this nonsense with the hunters, I have no time for insults, snide remarks or ridiculous room arrangements. I am a grown ass woman who could kill you with one claw..do not push me” she growls before pushing him so he’s sprawled on the floor looking at her in fear.

“Take note” I growl as I look pointedly around the room.

“Shall we get some food love?” I whisper as I turn her to look at me and rub her arms slowly.

“Yes” she says calming down as she rests her hand on my chest holding me close.

“I’ll let you work out your frustration later” I link her cheekily.

Looking up at me with slightly flushed cheeks she grins as she links me back “I’m counting on it.”