Rejected by the Beta, Claimed by the Alpha

Chapter 5

The question took Charles unawares. He felt the mate bond and it was very strong but he was still able to fight it. Therefore, he did not doubt that Clara would do the same if they were not paired by the moon goddess.

“She would just do the same thing I did. Reject him.”

“And

you are certain that she would?” Alpha Clinton did not want any more drama. Everything had to be settled here and now because after making the announcement, he knew that he would never go back on his word.

“Most assuringly.” Charles responded confidently, making it easy for Alpha Clinton. If Charles had decided to go and apologize to Rowena, he would have held back but now, everything was settled.

“I don’t think we have a problem then. I will announce Jaxon as the Alpha first thing tomorrow morning.”

Jaxon did not seem excited by the news, knowing that being an Alpha was more of a responsibility than honor. It was not what people thought it was but right now, he had other things to do. He rose to his feet, saying, “I will send some groceries to Alice and go for a run after.”

Indirectly, he was not coming back anytime soon but Alpha Clinton was disturbed. Jaxon was troubled by Rowena’s leaving of the pack. “You should eat too,” he suggested but Jaxon shook his head.

“I don’t have the appetite.”

Alpha Clinton did not know how to help but he also wanted to confirm what Jaxon felt for Rowena when he saw her. “Thinking about her? Is she…”

He was rudely interrupted by Charles. “Look, big brother, are you sure you are doing the right thing? I mean there are a lot of beautiful girls from dignified homes, though I already have the prettiest but I mean…”

“Just stop it if you don’t have anything tangible to say,” Jaxon shut him up, stood up, and left. He could not understand how Charles could be like this. He used to be kind to all pack members but was it all a mere façade?

had not forgotten how the pack was structured. It was just three years and not much had changed. Most people greeted him and he responded with a nod. The air around him was so cold that he did not allow anyone to strike a conversation with him. Reaching the grocery store, he purchased more than enough before walking to

was surprised to see him. “You came

Alice was

only me. It’s too

can’t refuse,” Jaxon insisted, Alice was helpless. Then her eyes lit

in an hour? I will prepare food for

Jaxon welcomed it. Since he was determined to marry Rowena, he already saw Alice as his mother-in-law. “I won’t refuse. I

the earth and all the woods and leaves he had left behind for an undeserving mate. When he was about to shift right there and then, he recalled his promise to Alice and decided to remove his clothes, so they don’t get torn. As soon as

good to

Chapter 5

they missed each other but hist human side was devasted at the

Jaxon to gain control and they both felt better. Jaxon returned to have his supper with Alice, which made him miss his late mum. Alice was just as gentle as his mother and her food was delicious. When they were done, he hugged her good night and went back to the pack house, careful to

to have a long shower before going to bed. He missed everything about his pack and was glad to be back. The only person missing was Rowena. If not for those st*pid rogues, he would have had the chance to speak with her, and maybe convinced her to stay. As he laid on the bed, her face was the only thing he saw, especially those green eyes that seemed to have endured so much pain,

away.

members were all gathered in front of the pack house before Alpha Clinton went to wake Jaxon from the comfort of his bed. Jaxon had slept late as a result of thinking about Rowena so much. He recalled her cleaning the pack house when she was younger, thirteen perhaps. It was the same time he met his mate but he was never mean to her. Rowena had changed a lot within those three years but Clinton could not

be introduced to the pack

into a mess, he could not be upset that the latter was still in bed at a time like this. Jaxon woke up at the sound of his voice, feeling a little embarrassed since this moment reminded him of when he was a teenager. This was the same way

but

“Outside with his girlfriend.”

discerned disapproval in his father’s tone but did not think it was the right time to ask certain questions

I’ll be out

you arrive.” Alpha Clinton rose from the bed and began to walk towards the door when

have my coronation

heart warmed. Every burden that laid on his heart quickly disappeared. “That is understandable. But the responsibility will still lay on your shoulders. Don’t forget that medical school takes years,” he warned in a calm tone. He

still wait for her,” Jaxon stated but Alpha