Wolf-less Omega Luna novel Chapter 27

Axel’s POV

A single streak of light slid through the opening between two curtains and fell on Alana’s face, sun-kissing her and highlighting her thick, dark brows, long glistening eyelashes, petite nose, and lips.

I traced a finger through her jawline, thinking about how captivating she looked in her sleep.

I found myself being more attracted to her within the last few weeks and wanting more alone time with her. An image of how her hair bounced whenever she walked or laughed flashed before my mind and a warm breeze blew the hairs on my exposed legs up to my crotch.

As much as I would have wanted to be by her side when she woke up, I couldn’t keep the Alphas waiting any longer, and I couldn’t wake her up either.

Not when she was this perfect and peaceful in her sleep.

I gently moved her head from my chest, lifted her arms sprawled over me, and slid off the bed. I cushioned my spot with a soft pillow before tossing on a loose shirt and pants and heading out.

Tyler’s lanky frame greeted me just as I shut the door to the room.

“You look cheery for someone who accommodated the near annihilation of an entire pack just last night.”

I was ready to smash his empty skull into the nearest wall save for the small grin that played on his face.

“Shut up, Tyler.”

“I see the Luna has been treating you well. You’re less broody and all that.”

“Don’t make me say it again, Ty.” I quickly changed the subject, having enough of Tyler’s antics. “And where the hell were you all through the party? Huh? You’re supposed to be my eyes and ears but goddess knows where you went. You’re lucky there weren’t any casualties.”

“I mean…” Was he freaking blushing right now?

“Where were you, Tyler?” I repeated, halting.

“I was just around, you know… with some girl… some lady I’ve been talking to, so there’s that.”

“You’re kidding me.”

“Should I? I mean, I can give you the details, but remember you asked.” He cocked an eyebrow.

“Goddess. Don’t get me started.” I massaged my temples to release the incoming pressure. A minute away from Alana I was already having a headache.

“Yes sir,” he chuckled.

“Who stayed back?” Switching to more pressing issues.

“Alpha Egan, Fluorite pack, Alpha Clayton, Beryl pack, Alpha Dan, Winter pack, and Alpha Ada of Emerald pack.” He counted. “They’re the only ones who have been attacked as frequently as us.”

“These are surrounding packs. They form a circle around us. That should mean something, yes?”

“Yeah, I noticed. But I don't know what that might mean. ”

“Fuck! Let’s get this over with.”

“Yes sir.”

“Wait,” I remembered. “I need you to send some fresh flowers to my room, with some fresh fruits.” A puzzled look crossed Tyler’s face. “For Alana. Now.” I rolled my hands for emphasis. “And she’ll need breakfast. Pancakes. She likes pancakes. And some juice. That’ll be all.”

The stern look on my face told Tyler I wasn’t ready for banters or chit-chat.

“Right away.”

“Good.” We headed to my office where the four Alphas were already seated and waiting for us.

“I’m sorry to have kept you waiting, Alphas. Please accept my sincere apologies for the hiccups from last night, and my thanks for staying over for this meeting.”

“Alpha Axel,” Ada greeted with a smile that reached the depth of her green orbs, highlighting her smooth chestnut skin.

“Alpha Ada, you look lovely as always. Thank you for waiting.”

“My pleasure. But forgive me for asking,” she glanced around at the other Alphas as though they shared the same thought before she continued. “But why would you think the attacks in our packs are in any way related to yours?”

Good thing we got right down to the matter.

“It seems you don’t think so.”

Alpha Egan spoke next. “The rogues that attacked my pack did so once, and once only. They bore marks of the marauders but for one, their leader, Alistair wasn’t with them,” his patchy but firm voice was now low and cautious as he spoke and stroked his silver-white mustache. “And secondly, they took nothing but gold, herbs, and weapons.”

The other Alpha’s present hummed in agreement.