[at the party]
As the wolves left the pack house, I saw the wolf who had been watching me leading the procession. He looked more grown up and sexy in his dark blue button down shirt and black jeans. From that moment, I couldn't take my eyes off him. It felt like I was being drawn to him. After a few minutes, the Alpha finished speaking and everyone left the stage. Somehow in the midst of the chaos, he disappeared.
An hour later, I saw him reappear with Aaron and then he was gone again in to the crowd. After a little while, I saw him reappear standing next to the Luna talking to some people and my sister.
“Oh great, this aught to be interesting” I thought as I watched them chit chat happily. Half an hour later, the Alpha called the birthday celebrants back to the stage again. It was time to start the speeches leading up to them finding their mates. As the Alpha started talking I watched and saw the second the wolf I'd been watching locked eyes with his mate. Following his line of site, I couldn't believe my eyes.
“His mate is Aaron. Wow, really? So, he's supposed to be the next Luna?” I thought. As I watched the other wolves jumped off the stage heading to their mates, he disappeared again. Ten minutes later, I saw Aaron was gone too.
“I guess they wanted some privacy” I thought and went to get something to eat. A few minutes later, I saw Aaron return looking unhappy. Then we heard it, the loud pain filled howl of an upset and broken wolf followed by the sound of an explosion.
“Oh no. I hope that wasn't what I think it was” I thought before scanning the crowd to find Seri and make sure she's safe. Locating her near the Luna, I decided to go see what happened. As I walk through the forest, I kept thinking “I hope he's okay” and just like that my hopes were answered as I caught a glimpse of him running away. After a few minutes more of walking, I came across something I had never seen before. The detonation site was completely frozen, telling me he lost control before running away.
“I'll give him some time” I thought masking his scent before heading back to the party seconds before the Alpha, Luna, and a few warriors headed in the direction I'd just come. As I made my way towards Serenity, my phone beeped with two new messages from mom saying “[1) Just try to avoid him or at least don't confirm or deny anything] [2) you guys can come home now, it's safe].” Walking up to Seri, I said “hey Seri, mom says we can head back. I think it's a good idea since it looks like they'll be busy for a bit.”
“Why what did you find out there?” she asked.
“It looks like someone lost control but I can't be certain. Now let's get home before mom and dad get worried” I said holding out my hand to her. Nodding, she took my hand and with a wave we teleported home landing in the living room.
“Hey mom, we're home” I called before heading to the kitchen.
“Hi kids. How was it? Did you guys have fun?” she asked as she washed the dishes in the sink.
“Yeah, it was. I had loads of fun with my friend Genie and the Luna” Seri smiled.
“It was alright. Watching all of them was entertaining specially the mate finding part. It was fascinating to see” I said.
“Alright, well you two head up and get showers and get ready for bed” mom said looking tired.
“Yes ma'am” we agreed in unison before turning to head to the stairs. As we climbed towards our rooms, Seri asked “brother, do you think that poor wolf we heard will be okay?”
“I don't know Seri, maybe I'll go see if I can help with the search tomorrow and maybe you can hang out with your friend again” I said as we reached her room.
“That sounds like fun. I really hope he's okay” Seri frowned.
“I'm sure he'll be fine” I said ruffling her hair before turning to head to my room.
When I reached my room, I entered and closed the door behind me. Walking to the desk, I once again took off my leather jacket and boots before heading to the shower. As I stood under the hot spray, I couldn't help but think about the blast site and wonder if he was okay. Then my mind wondered and I started thinking about how attractive he is.
“What is drawing me to him?” I thought as I washed my body running my hand over my mating mark on the left side of my chest just under my collar bone.
After my shower, I wrapped my towel around my waist and went to lay on my bed.
“I wonder if he's safe” I thought as images of him walking towards the stage tonight fluttered through my mind. After a while, I drifted off to sleep thinking about him. The next morning, I woke to the sound of someone knocking on my door.
“Give me a second” I called moving to the closet to put on some pants before moving towards the door. Opening it, I saw Seri standing on the other side.
“Good morning brother, mom made breakfast so come on sleepy head” she said as I leaned on the door frame.
“Alright, let me go grab a shirt and I'll be right down” I said turning to go back to my closet.
“I'll meet you down there” she said with a smile as she turned towards the stairs. Seconds later I was covered and following her down to the kitchen.
“Morning mom,” I said kissing her cheek as I rounded the end of the island towards the coffee pot.
“Morning sweetie. Did you guys hear what happened last night?” she asked as I poured coffee into a mug then turning to lean against the counter.
“No, what happened?” Seri asked taking a sip of her juice.
“Apparently, a wolf lost control last night and now they can't find him” mom said with a worried expression. Seri and I looked at each other and then at mom.
“Actually, we were there for that part and I'm the reason they can't find him” I told them with a blank expression as I sipped my coffee.
“What do you mean?” mom asked staring at me confused.
“I mean that just after the mating ritual we heard a wolf let out a pain filled howl and then an explosion. I checked to make sure Seri was safe and then went to have a look at the detonation site. As I arrived, I saw him running away. He looked fine so to give him some time I masked his scent from the wolves. I can still find him though and I plan to go check on him later. I have a pretty good idea of what happened and I'm sure he just needs time to process” I said still expressionless as I watched them.
“Wait, you didn't tell me any of that yesterday” Seri accused.
“No, I didn't because I thought the fewer people who knew that the better” I said taking another sip of my coffee.
“Okay, good point. Well, in that case, I think you did the right thing. When you see him convince him to make contact with another wolf so they know he's fine because they're all in an uproar right now” mom said with a sad expression.
“I'll try but I won't force him if he doesn't want to” I said before taking another sip. After a few minutes of silence, I said “Seri, why don't you go contact your friend about hanging out today.”
“Yeah, I'll go do that” she said and bounced off the bar stool headed for her room. Once I was sure she was out of ear shot, I said “auntie we need to talk about yesterday. How does he know about my family?”
“I don't know sweetie. The fact that he could tell that you're an Elite worries me more though. He may try to use you for his own purposes” she said.
“Agreed and now his son, Aaron, knows too since he told him” I said rolling my eyes in annoyance.
“Yeah, that could become a problem” she said in a worried tone.
“Oh and there's something off with the missing wolf's scent. He's no ordinary Omega wolf but I can't put my finger on it” I said hoping she would have the answers I needed.
“Well there are two other types of Omegas, Recessive and Rare. Recessives are pretty much human and lack power where as Rares are like you and have tons of power that is often hard to control. However, all three types have problems controlling their power in stressful or overly painful situations” she explained giving me the answer I needed.
“That makes sense. I think I've got it figured out” I said checking to make sure Seri still hadn't come down the stairs yet before saying “I keep having these odd feelings around the missing wolf, like I'm being drawn to him for some reason.”
“Ooh honey, either you've gotten you're first crush or something more powerful is at work” auntie said just before we heard footsteps on the stairs. As Seri entered the kitchen smiling, she said “we got permission to visit the pack again. I called Genie and she asked Luna Peyton who also gave you permission to help with the search for their missing wolf.”
“Okay, let's go get ready then” I said placing my mug in the sink. Heading upstairs I decided that I'd pack a bag with some extra clothes and food to take with us.
Entering my room and closing the door behind me, I headed to my closet and chose a pair of jeans, a black t-shirt, and my favorite hoodie to wear. Once I was dressed, I went back into my room and found my sneakers. Lacing them onto my feet, I moved to my dresser to grab my sun pendent and tied up my hair opting for my usual half ponytail then heading back to my closet for my smallest duffle bag. With the bag in hand, I headed to the kitchen. Placing the bag on the counter, I headed for the fridge to get a few bottles of water and the jelly. Unzipping the bag, I placed the bottles inside and then set about making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Once they were done, I neatly wrapped them in clear plastic wrap and added them to the bag. As I was putting everything away, I turned to look at mom who was staring at me wide eyed.
“What?” I asked confused.
“You must be really worried about that wolf if you're going through all that trouble just to take care of him” she said smiling.
Blushing, I turned away and said “I just don't think he's eaten anything since yesterday.”
“You may be right about that. I'm proud of you, for thinking about that sweetie because I'm sure no one else has” she said standing up. Moving around the counter, she wrapped me in a hug and then whispered “and I know your parents are too.”
“Mom, you've really got to stop saying things like that. Every time you do I have the sudden urge to cry” I whispered back holding on tight. We stood like that for another ten minutes before Seri came down the stairs. As she came into the kitchen, we broke our hug and I asked “you ready, Seri?”
“Yeap and before you ask it's right here” she said holding up her pendent.
“Good girl” mom and I said in unison making all of us laugh. Kissing moms cheek and grabbing my keys and the bag, Seri and I headed for the front door. As we headed to my truck, Seri said “hey, are you okay? You seem a little on edge.”
“Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just a little worried. I think the Alpha knows more about our family than he should and I'm worried he'll ask about it again” I said not looking at Seri as I opened the passenger door for her and helped her inside.
“Oh don't worry then. Luna Peyton said he's helping with the search so you shouldn't have to see him" she smiled as she climbed inside.
“That's good, thanks for that” I said closing the door and walking around to the drivers side. Climbing in, I turned on the engine and we headed to the pack border entrance. When we arrived it was about three o'clock in the afternoon. As I pulled up to the gate, the guard from last night came out and we went through the same procedure as last night minus the invitation. To verify we had permission, he mind linked the Luna who confirmed our entrance and then told us to park outside the main house.
“Thanks” I said as he opened the gate and we headed inside. Parking my truck, I shut off the engine just as Seris' friend Genie and the Luna came out the front door. Bouncing out of the truck and slamming the door, Seri ran over to hug her friend. Climbing out, I grabbed the bag off the seat before closing my door and locking it. Walking over to the ladies, I bowed and said “hello ma'am, hi Genie. How are you ladies doing today?”
“I'm good, excited that I get to hang out with Serenity” Genie said bouncing with her hands wrapped around both of Seris'.
“Why don't you girls go ahead, I'd like to talk to Remington for a bit” Luna Peyton said dismissing the girls.
“Okay, come on Seri” Genie said turning and heading towards the nearest house.
“Bye brother, text me when you're ready to leave” Seri said as she was dragged away.
“Alright” I chuckled. Turning back to Luna Peyton, she gestured towards the door and asked “shall we?”
“After you ma'am” I said respectfully. As we walked towards the door, Luna Peyton seemed worried and agitated so I asked “are you alright ma'am?”
“Honestly, no. The missing wolf is my adopted son, Kingston, so I'm very worried” she said fidgeting with her hands. As we made it to the door, I opened it and allowed her to enter first. Following, we went to the living room to sit and talk for a bit.
“If you don't mind me asking, what has you so worried about him aside from him being your son?” I asked once we had sat down.
“Well, you know yesterday was his seventeenth birthday. So, he should have found his mate. He should be happy right now but the only emotions I'm getting through the pack bonds are anger, despair, and solitude. The howl and explosion we heard last night must've been from him loosing control. All my husband found at the detonation site was his shredded clothes and his broken moon pendent. I'm scared he hurt himself” she said voice breaking as she began to cry.
“The upside is since you can feel his emotions at least you know he's alive, right. I wonder if maybe he's regained his control enough to be stable again” I said thinking aloud.
“Actually, he has some control issues. The broken moon pendent he wore was to help him control his powers” she said through her tears.
“Ah I see why you're still worried” I said reaching out to touch her hands that were folded in her lap before I continued “rest assured I'll do everything in my power to find him and get him home safe.”
“Thank you” she said sobbing harder.
“I do have a favor to ask Luna, I want to get him a pair of clothes from his room in case I find him and can convince him to shift back if he hasn't already. Would you tell me where it is?” I asked in a soothing voice still holding her hands. After a few seconds, when she could finally speak again she said “it's on the second floor, second room on the left. Please find him” before her sobs got louder and closer together. As we sat there, a female Omega came in and I handed her over to her saying “try to get her to lay down for a bit once she's calmed down.”
“I'll do that, thank you” she said hugging her Luna. Leaving them alone, I grabbed my bag and headed upstairs to find his room.
Opening the door, I immediately inhaled the mixed scent of forest pine and vanilla. Entering and closing the door, I went to gather his clothes. Heading to the closet, I found a pair of jeans and a t-shirt. Unzipping the bag I placed them inside before going to his dresser. Opening the top drawer, I saw an old photograph of two adults and a child who must've been about two.
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