The Guardian Wolf And Her Alpha Mate
The Blessed Ones – A Blessing Or A Curse? Chapter 21

Nova POV:

"Of course Luna" the same man replies.

"And your names men.?" I ask as they begin leading me towards the back of the pack house.

"My name is Jack, and this is Donald" he replies. "In there we have the kitchen" he gestures as he walks past.

Seeing them hurry to continue, I pause and push the door open. Seeing one older lady by a large fridge, I walk over slowly. "Good morning" I say softly making her startle suddenly.

"Sorry" I whisper. "I didn't mean to scare you, I'm Luna Nova of the Midnight Sky Pack, we are visiting with the Alpha King. I'm just having a tour of the pack house and thought I'd introduce myself." Looking at her as she turns to face me, I see the tired lines on her face as well as her eyes that look haunted, her hair limp and dull as it falls down her back in a simple ponytail. "Good morning Luna" she rasps as she slowly moves closer to me.

"You having a busy morning preparing for the pack?" I ask with a chuckle as I glance behind me to see Jack and Donald both stood in the doorway with their arms crossed intimidatingly.

With a nervous laugh she nods her head, her eyes flitting to the men before she looks back down at the floor. "Its always busy when you work In the kitchen" she whispers.

"Of course" I murmur realising her unease at speaking with me "Well I best leave you to get on, it was a pleasure meeting you. I'm sorry I didn't catch your name?"

"Francesca" she says softly as her eyes look up at me briefly.

"Francesca" I repeat quietly. "Take care."

With a small nod, she turns quickly and continues with the work she was busying herself with before I interrupted her.

Looking around the kitchen, I take in the spotless sides and empty sink, the hob burning with a couple of pans but that's all. With raised brows i look at the men who avoid my gaze, "move on men" I order loudly as they both jump back into action upon hearing my sharp tone.

They proceed to show me the rest of the downstairs of the pack house, introducing me to a couple of omegas on the way who are all quiet yet polite in their passing conversations. Walking upstairs, I note the door leading to the offices is locked along with the corridor opposite.

"These are only for ones in ranked positions" Donald explains gruffly. "We don't have clearance."

"Of course" I murmur as I study the two men walking in front of me. "Could I see your nursery?" Seeing the nervous look pass between them, I speak again.

"It wasn't really a request" I snap releasing my aura slightly, not giving them any chance to argue as they submit to me.

"This way" Jack mutters, leading me back downstairs and out of a side door. Looking to my right, I see the others stood to one side in silence while the Beta stands watching them. Seeing Jax look up at me, I offer him a small smile as I link him. "Not everyone is here, only one cook in the kitchen, the place was spotless and looked like it wasn't used much at all. A lot of upstairs is locked and these men don't have clearance, I'm on my way too the nursery now."

"Ok, look after yourself" he replies with quiet concern.

"I always do, perhaps ask about their warriors" I tell him as I give him a little wave.

"It's this building here" Donald tells me as we reach a large grey block building with dark doors leading inside. Seeing a few women walking down the road along with their pups, I smile at the men as I walk past them and in to the reception. Looking through the doors leading to the different rooms, I see a few pups already here, but instead of being met with the joyous sound of their tinkling laughs, see them sat quietly. Many are playing in silence, while some are simply sat staring out the window looking into the dark forest in front of them.

Hearing the doors open, I turn and see a young woman and her two pups enter. Meeting my gaze, her eyes widen in surprise before she looks at Jack and Donald nervously.

"Good morning" I chime trying to sound friendly and relaxed, despite my rising anger. Introducing myself to them, the lady smiles slightly as I drop down in front of her pups. "And who do we have here?" I ask softly.

Seeing them glance at their mum, she speaks up, "I'm Mathilda, and these are my pups Jonas and Evie."

Sending them a reassuring smile, I reach out and bop their noses slightly. "Well you two are absolutely adorable" I wink as Evie giggles quietly. "Are you excited for nursery today?"

With that question, their smiles falter slightly before Jonas steels his face and clears his throat, "we are Luna. I'm going to see my friend Tobias."

"Oh that sounds wonderful, well I hope you both have a great day and you enjoy seeing Tobias. Friends are amazing aren't they. Be good for your mum" I giggle as they smile sheepishly up at her.

Standing slowly so as to not scare them, I smile warmly at the mother who suddenly has tears in her eyes. "Are you alright?' I ask quietly.

Her smile falters slightly before she nods and replies, "yes, I'm still getting used to leaving my pups. Mother jitters and all."

Chucking at her, her shoulders relax slightly as she once again glances at the men with me.

"Don't react" | link her quietly as she bends down to kiss her children, pausing slightly at my mind link, she soon continues with her goodbyes. "Are you safe here?"

"For now..yes" she replies nervously as she avoids looking at me.

"Are the pups?" I ask next.

"Yes, they wil be fine" she replies, her answer more confident this time as the pups hang up their bags.

"Not everybody is here are they?" I ask her.

"I cant say" she replies, her voice wobbly through the link. "I physically cant say."

"You're under an Alpha command" I note as her mouth thins slightly.

"Well its been lovely seeing you all, you pups enjoy today" I say out loud in a soft reassuring voice.

"And you Luna, safe travels" Mathilda replies quietly.

"If you need help.I'm from the Midnight Sky Pack, you can contact me at any time" I link her as I smile and with a small wave walk back outside.

Breathing in the fresh air as I step out, my face immediately darkens now I'm no longer in the company of other pack members. "Is there anywhere else you'd like to go Luna?" Donald reluctantly asks.

"I think I've seen enough" I reply coldly as I storm over to my anxiously waiting mate

I take Jaxs outstretched hand and welcome his warmth as he holds me close, aware of the fact he cam feel my sadness and anger I'm experiencing because of our bond.

"What did you find?" Alex links me as we stand in silence.

"Lack of pack members is evident, I met some omegas who were quiet yet polite. They seemed nervous around me as did the lady from the kitchen, she was reluctant to speak and commented that its always busy in the kitchen, but all evidence points to the contrary. I also went to the pack nursery, there were quite a few pups there but they weren't happy...no laughter" i tell him quietly.

"Ok" he growls as he turns to speak to Elder Martin, gesturing for them to walk away to converse quietly.

Looking round Jax, I see Wilson watching them with concern etched across his face while Axton stands looking lost in thought. After a few moments, Alex and Martin return, both of their faces looking grave as they walk up to Beta Wilson.

"As you know, we are holding an emergency Alpha meeting tomorrow, are you able to reach Alpha Bruno?" Martin asks calmly.

"He will contact me if necessary" Wilson says in a low growl.

"So that's a no" Jax snaps at him.

"No..I cannot reach him" Wilson says as his angry glare turns to Jax.

"Well then I expect you to be there instead" Alex says, interrupting the two mens stare off. "It is a meeting that concerns all packs and therefore I am requesting you be the representative."

"I can't leave the pack" Wilson says, his voice sounding concerned.

"In this case, I can assure you that you can" Alex snaps, not happy with Wilson's resistance. "It's a direct order from your Alpha King and Council, Beta, so I suggest you be there."

Blowing out a long breath, Wilson grinds his teeth together as he mulls over his response. "Fine" he huffs, "I will be there."

"Good, on that note we will take our leave. Thank you for having us today" Alex says politely as he begins to walk back towards our vehicles. "Oh and Wilson...if your Alpha does contact you, I have a message for him. Tell him, his lies will catch up with him eventually...not all dreams are worth it, after all the higher you climb, the harder you can fall."