The Alpha's Slave Mate novel Chapter 24

Chapter Twenty-Four

Caleb’s Point of View -

I really hated leaving my mate. She was vulnerable right now and I wanted to stay and comfort her some more. I know that she is going to sleep fora while, she unloaded a lot of emotional baggage that she has kept locked away for a long time. That kind of emotional release tends to be exhausting both physically and mentally. I made sure that she was secure in the bed before I headed out assess the damage of tonight. ~

Theo let me know that he is outside the manor house by the back door. I take the back stairs down, retracing my steps from this morning. Thinking about this morning makes me realize just how much my life has also changed in such a short period of time. Heading towards the woods this morning I was fearful of becoming a feral wolf, almost sure that the Moon Goddess had forgotten to create a mate for me. Now here I am with my mate upstairs, ready to wage war on those that have hurt her.

Stepping outside I take a deep inhale of the night air. I love the cool crisp smell of the dirt, pine needles, and fall scents. Theo is standing close to the door and I see that Marcus is with him.

“How was the rest of the ball?” I cannot stop myself from being slightly quirky, hoping that it will lift some of the tension.

“The ball was fine, although Hannah is ready to go to war with this pack. I think she really cares for Daphne. After you two left, things did settle down. There was a slight mishap between one of our warriors and a male from the Mission pack over a female, but it was handled peacefully. I ensured that everyone in our pack was safe, and they know to mind link if anything is wrong. Alpha Jason has requested an audience with you in the morning.” Theo finished his report with a sigh.

“I will meet with him in the morning then. I want it to be early. I would like our pack ready to move out no later than noon tomorrow. I believe that staying here will soon turn hostile, and Iam excited to get Daphne home and settled. I want her to experience some normalcy, and she will not get that here.” Theo understands more than anyone what I mean.

“Caleb, I have to ask you why you did not inform me of your mate’s circumstances?” I knew that Marcus would eventually ask, and I could hear the hurt in his voice.

“I had planned to tell you privately after the ball. Daphne had never been allowed to go to any dance, or social function and I was hoping that tonight would be magical for her. I did not say anything about her upbringing when your mate asked about how we met because I was not sure if it would embarrass her.” Just like when Iam speaking with Theo, I can be honest and open with Marcus as well. I know that he will have some understanding. 

“I feel like a fool really, I never considered her mother to be a real threat to her before tonight. Perhaps it was my male ego at play but when I discovered her station in life, I placed most of the blame on her father. I made it clear to him this afternoon when he signed the contracts that she was mine, and that no one was to harm her. Evidently he failed to pass along the information to his pack.” It is hard admitting the truth to my friends. As an Alpha I am supposed to think three steps ahead of everyone. Strategize how to keep my pack safe. Tonight, I failed.

“Your mate is very strong my friend. I am sure that with time, and distance from this place she will become a great Luna. Lola adores her already and is looking forward to coming to your mating ceremony. I had hoped to invite you to ours as well, but we have not set a date yet.” Marcus, Theo, and I have started walking at a lazy pace, not really headed anywhere but too full of energy tonight to stand still. :