The Alpha’s Fight for His Omega by Jess K

Chapter 53

***Rowen**

All day Thursday I was worried about Chastity. It had taken all I had not to drive to Dark Moon Wednesday night, but I wasn’t able to get a visitors pass to be at the school so late in the day, and unfortunately I couldn’t go Thursday either. I had tried texting and calling her most of day She didn’t finally answer until that evening. She was with Lexi, and Norm when I did get her

At their coaxing she had told me about her session with Dee Dee To hear the things she said shattered my heart. It was only made worse by the fact that I couldn’t be there to hold her as she was falling apart. Her telling me she had to be talked out of rejecting me gutted me, but a part of me wasn’t surprised by her thoughts. I was thankful that she was talked out of it. I would have to figure out ways to show her we were right for each other.

Unfortunately I wasn’t going to be able to do that this weekend I had to go to another pack for the weekend with my dad, Dimitri, and Jax for the renewal of all trade agreements, and our alliance. It was a smaller pack who relied more heavily on trade for it’s survival, as well as protection. It was also was one of the packs I hadn’t visited during my Alpha tour, and I didn’t know much about it

As it was 6 hours away from Moonlight pack the trade agreements were what were the most important. We were too far from them to be much help in the event of an attack, but goods were a different matter. One of the things dad, and I had noticed is that in the last year the goods they were trading to us were dwindling while the goods we were trading to them were rising. We needed to figure out why, and what we could do to help them with production of those goods. We didn’t really need what they were sending us, but they needed the income from what they sent us. They were hurting themselves by sending less, and we were determined to help them fix whatever was wrong.

I became worried when I saw the state of the pack upon arrival. It looked a bit run down, and there were very few wolves on patrol when we entered. I saw less people than I had expected. The pack house was a different story though. It was massive, and pristine. Not as massive as ours, but still quite large. Most of the people were found there. It was easy to tell who the leaders were. They were finely dressed, and made up while the rest of the pack were wearing clothes that looked aged, and worn.

“If I didn’t know any better I would think the Alpha, Beta, and their families were keeping the money earned from trade, and their pack for themselves, but providing little for the pack.” Dimitri said from the front seat.

“From what I am seeing right now, I’m tempted to agree.” My dad said.

“The question is why.”

“If I had to guess, greed.”

It was then that a tall, blonde she-wolf came bounding out the house to the group waiting out front. She was in a short, tight red dress. The dress looked more like something one would wear to a club, not a meeting with other pack leaders. It was bright red, had spaghetti straps, the top barely contained her large breasts, and the bottom ended just below her ass cheeks. She was also wearing some of the highest heeled shoes I had ever seen. They made me think of Chastity’s complaint about such shoes hurting. The thought of my sweet girl made me smile.

The she wolf stood next to who I assumed was the Alpha, and her father. He was an older man with light brown hair, and appeared to be maybe an inch or two shorter than me. His Beta was around the same height with salt and pepper colored hair. Both men were dressed in suits in contrast to our polo’s and khaki pants. I saw no other females, and no younger males with them either I looked at Jax in confusion, and he just shrugged then we got out of the car. I was looking at my dad when I heard an ear piercing

squeal, and lifted my eyebrows at my dad. He just shook his head in confusion as well.

When we turned to the trio the she-wolf was bouncing even more. I started to worry she was going to pop out of her tiny dress, but I shrugged it off. I moved to my father’s side, as we made our way forward. Dimitri, Jax, and the warriors we brought with us, fell into step behind us. When we reached the stairs we bowed to the Alpha.

“Alpha Marvin, Beta Zander a pleasure.” My father stated.

“Alpha Joseph it’s good to see you again. Welcome to Cedar Grove pack.” Alpha Marvin responded, “This is my daughter Bianca. Bianca this is Alpha Joseph, Beta Dimitri, and their sons.”

“Nice to meet you, this is my son future Alpha Rowen, and future Beta Jax.” My father said formally.

“Rowen, hi.” Bianca breathed.

“Nice to meet you.” I responded with a bow.

Her lack of respect to leaders was concerning, but not something I needed to worry myself with. That would be something her father, mother, and future mate could deal with. She did look to be about 18, or 19. She had light blue eyes, and too pointy of a chin. She also had a ridiculous amount of make up on. Werewolves as a general rule were more attractive than humans, and did not really need much, or any make up. This girl did not get the memo. All made worse by the lipstick that was about the same color red as her dress. I could only hope that whoever her future mate was he could curb the need to cake on that stuff.

“Thank you for coming this weekend Alpha Joseph. Hopefully our talks this weekend can help solidify our agreement, and alliance.” Alpha Marvin said with a smile that made me a little uncomfortable.

“That is the hope.” My father responded the tone concerning.

“Why don’t we move to the dining room for dinner while everyone gets acquainted. A lovely meal was made for you.” Beta Zander stated, as he turned to the house.

We followed him into the interior. I fell into step next to Jax, behind my father, and Dimitri. Bianca walked with her father, but kept glancing back at me, and smiling coyly. I just pinched my brow. Something wasn’t right with her.

“Someone has an instant crush.” Jax snickered through our private mind link.

“No thank you.” I growled.

“I don’t blame you.”

“This is going to be a long weekend if she is going to be like this.”

“What I want to know is why her father allowed her to dress that way?”

“Maybe he over indulges her, and does not know how to put his foot down.”

“Maybe, but surely her mother would step in. No mother, much less Luna would want her daughter seen like that.”

“I didn’t see a Luna any where though.”

“Neither did I.”

“Maybe she is in the kitchen finishing up dinner.”

“Maybe. We’ll find out in a minute.”

We cut the mind link as we entered an elegant private dining room. There was a huge crystal drop chandelier hanging over a large dining room table that was covered with a bright white lace cloth. There

were silver candle sticks doting the table between elaborate floral arrangements. The dishes was gold. rimmed plates, and glasses. Even the utensils were gold plated. The whole thing was way too much for what we were doing here today.

Alpha Marvin, and Beta Zander took their spots at the head, and foot of the table. Bianca took the spot to the left of Alpha Marvin, usually reserved for the Luna. This confused me, until Alpha Marvin spoke up.

“My wife, and chosen mate passed away a year after Bianca was born. I never took another mate.” Alpha Marvin spoke up.

7 am sorry for your loss sir.” I said with a bow.

“It was a long time ago. We had only been mated two years when she passed. She was also a chosen mate so the bond was not nearly as strong. I have long since grieved my loss.”

I simply nodded, and opted to sit next to my father who was to the right of Alpha Marvin. Leaving a seat open next to Beta Zander for his mate. Dimitri, and Jax sat across from us with Dimitri next to Bianca. I struggled not to roll my eyes at Bianca’s pout, and pleading eyes directed my way. A long weekend indeed.

Dinner was served shortly after we were seated. The food wasn’t bad, just not as good as Chastity’s. I had to resist the urge to text her as we ate, and idle chit chat was made at first. My father finally broached the topic I had been wondering about.

Alpha, and Beta away at

so Bianca is my only child, and hope for the

Zander was not happy about it. After meeting Norm and Marcus, as well as hearing their stories,

of strong enough blood to

in fated mates here. That’s an old, antiquated belief, as far as I am concerned. We need to mate for strength.” Alpha Marvin

jaw tightened. Apparently he didn’t agree with his Alpha. I found myself wondering

is no greater bond than one

a personal choice then.” Alpha

Indeed Dimitri ground out.

full well the difference between the two bonds. He knew what he was talking about, but to keep to the reason for our visit he left it alone.

why don’t we call it an evening. We can meet in the morning to begin talks, Alpha Joseph, and Beta Dimitri. I am sure there is much the four of us have to

Rowen, and Beta Jax will be joining us. They need

kinds of things when they

while Jax watched the warriors train, and maybe taught them

appreciate the offer, I would prefer to be involved in the trade agreements, and our

would as well.” Jax

meeting begins at 9:00 in my office. In the meantime, Bianca why don’t you take Rowen on a walk through the gardens. They are beautiful in the evening light.” Alpha Marvin suggested to which

Instead I found myself frustrated, and not interested at all. Something was off, and I did not feel comfortable being alone with Bianca. I needed to figure out ways

sir, but I have a few things to finish up, and a call to

the

room. Jax, can you walk with me please?” I stood from the table, and looked

looked at me in confusion, but nodded, and rose with me. I glanced to Bianca, and she was pouting again,

are on the Alpha floor. Jax, you’re in one of the guests rooms on the first floor. Bianca, show Jax

together. I’m sure Bianca can show him

nice night.” Alpha Marvin said through gritted teeth, I just nodded, and

man?” Jax mind linked

was that Rowen?” My dad linked

I together, alone. For some reason I don’t trust this

strange, but I thought nothing

is going

but I do NOT want to be alone with Bianca for this trip. Jax, I would prefer to share my room, or I want

room? Wait, I

my room Jax. I’m willing to bet that if it is a suite there will be a second room. If not you can take the bed, and I’ll take the floor or something since I’m the reason you won’t be in your own room. Leave the room before the rest awake, and have a warrior at me door. We’ll use the excuse of pack work for you to go to

really think something is off Rowen?”

against my side. I looked to her with a raised brow, and she beamed at me. I extracted myself quickly, and stepped away. Her scent of buttery popcorn, and ginger turned my stomach. It didn’t

to be careful, and I need all of you to help me

Dimitri, and

have a warrior bring you clothes in a bit.”

my hand. I finally stuffed my hands in my pockets, and moved closer to Jax. This girl was getting on my nerves quickly. When we reached

sure Rowen gets to his room safe and sound.” Bianca said excitedly, bouncing again,

As Rowen said earlier, we have some work we need to finish up.” Jax said with an

was hoping Rowen, and I could get better acquainted on our way

I have work we must do, even away from our pack.”

to talk to him about our pack, and the future of it. Especially with the coming

Moonlight pack, and Cedar Grove will be discussed at length in the meeting tomorrow. The meeting I’m sure you will be a part of.. This evening Alpha

meant to be a Luna. Politics are not my concern, nor do

you would be so kind to

“Fine.”

attempted to thread her hand through my arm, but I moved away from her, and indicated for her to lead the way. She huffed, and moved ahead of

I looked around. It was an elaborate room, with a king size bed done in dark wood, and burgundy. There was a sitting area with two comfortable looking couches. I was thankful for that as I would

Have a lovely evening.” Jax

you need anything I am at

taste.

only nodded, and turned back to the room. When I heard the door close I breathed a sigh of relief, and dropped to one of the

the hunt

funny

A

it’s really not. This whole thing

do you think is going

not trust that she-wolf. Nor do I trust her father. They are too set on my spending time

tell them you have a fated mate. They’ll

what Alpha

comment about Beta Zander not finding a

I had to guess, Beta Zander is gay, and Alpha Marvin does not approve. I’m betting that Beta Zander has a mate, but either had to

“That’s very sad.”

“Yes it is.”

room

rather small, and a bit

reminded me of the one human motel we stayed

place was

room is

wonder why they put you down there instead of

seen as an insult. It is enough of an insult to me as a future Beta, but to put

“No, it is not.”

the insults keep

“What do you mean?”

linked me. He is in the room next

“Hmm.”