Alpha Asher by Jane

Read Alpha Asher by Jane Doe Chapter 105 – The moment the sun began to settle in the sky, the countdown began in the back of my mind. It inched closer with each ticking second, until I found myself standing before thousands of werewolves.

My heart hammered in my chest as I looked out at the sea of people, thousands of features illuminated from the last shreds of fading sun. Even with the little jitters of panic that raced down my spine, I reminded myself that I wasn’t alone.

The words of my family and friends circled my mind, chasing away the doubt that lingered at the corners. The hairs along my arms lifted as I dared to look past the sprawling crowd, towards the forest that seemed near pitch black.

I could see the tendrils of darkness slithering far from the lights reach, merely observing…watching and waiting for blood.

To my right stood Asher, tall and proud i n a long sleeve shirt, darker than the encroaching night sky. He stood tall and confident, like a king who had never doubted his title-his place in his own kingdom.

Only I could see the tenseness of his jaw, and the vein that protruded from his neck. The golden flecks in his eyes swirled, making them brighten and flash dangerously.

Towards the left of the stage stood Zeke, his arms crossed in front of him, a crucial ally for our pack and a trusted friend. Asher’s Beta stood to the right, a quiet man who saw much more than the rest of us. He peered out into the crowd; his face neutral beneath the harsh stage lights.

Claire and Killian, the previous Alpha and Luna, stood behind us. Brandon, clueless and already bored, had his place on stage. He had brought it on himself, flashing m e a flirty grin as we walked onto the stage. The way his brother’s eyes darkened; I knew Brandon had it coming. I was sure I had scented bourbon on him half an hour before the announcement, but there was no fog of drunkenness in his eyes.

brother. Their strange relationship slash feud was the least of my problems, and I knew I wouldn’t be the one to end a lifetime of rivalry. However, I had no problems breaking his hands, should he decide to touch me

I suggested inviting Rowena to the pack meeting, Asher refused. I understood his mistrust, especially with how little we knew about witches. The last thing

I trust that those of you in need of babysitters took advantage of the services the local community centers are providing.” Asher addressed the crowd, his gruff voice emerged from the speakers on either side of the stage. The crowd began just a few feet away. There was nothing separating us from them, no barrier or line of guards. We weren’t above them, no matter our position. There were countless

listened to him almost enviously, hearing the silent command in his words. He addressed his pack as equals, but there was absolutely no mistaking the authority in his

it was that I never ran from

and while I haven’t been one of you for long, my hometown has flourished under his hand. I know the rumors and the questions you all have. The battle in my hometown wasn’t a small one.

wasn’t the seasoned and poised public speaker Asher was, but my firm tone and unwavering voice caught the attention of the crowd. I could feel each and every one of their eyes on me, trying to peer past bone and flesh to see

have been misinformed about these people, left to h****r stories that bred prejudice and fear.”‘ I took a soft breath, tasting the anticipation of the crowd. It was tart like pomegranates, with something bitter hidden beneath.

surge of frustration pulsed through me. This had

are. Capable of good and evil, just like our human neighbors.” My voice was a whip, slicing through the insolence of the crowd. It was unbreakable, unbendable as I informed the people sworn to abide by the laws of their Alpha and Luna, bound by honor and blood. “Any judgements you have about them, look towards yourselves first. Should my mate and your Alpha, have been cruel and unforgiving, this pack would be no different than the kingdom of the Vampires-the kingdom that my biological father built after getting my mother pregnant,

exclamations, the burning eyes of the crowd brighter than the

the low croak of a couple toads, and the rustling of deer migrating away from the noise and light. There