Chapter 67

***Rowen***

Chastity had responded to my earlier text as we were leaving the meeting hall. She had said she would watch today’s proceedings after dinner. She was asking what was going on, and I was texting her quick response as I walked to our suite. I hit send just as I opened the door. A scent I didn’t know, but knew was female hit my nose. How did they keep getting in here when we had guards at the door. My father asked just that before we walked to our suite.

“How is it that I request you be placed at our door to keep people out, but we can smell that someone has entered very recently?” My father asked the unknown guard as we had asked to borrow two for guard duty from the hosting pack.

“She….um…we were only following orders, sir.” The young male responded.

“Who’s orders?”

“Miss…..Miss Renee sir.”

“I see. You may go. I will handle this from here.”

“I…uh….yes sir.”

“No need to mind link your Alpha about this. I will be returning Miss. Renee to him untouched.”

“I… Yes sir. I’m sorry sir.”

At that both guards ran off down the hall. I just shook my head, and followed my father into the suite. Jax, Dimitri, and our warriors behind us. She wasn’t in the sitting room so we followed her scent of cocoal butter, and mangos to my room. I groaned in frustration before I opened my bedroom door. I pushed it. open to find Renee climbing into my bed wearing bright red lingerie. She was a pretty girl. Tall with milk. chocolate colored skin, and straightened black hair, and golden eyes, but she was not my Chastity.

“Please put your clothes back on, and follow me.” My father said sternly.

“I….I was just waiting to see Rowen. I….I thought he and I could talk about a possible alliance between our packs by us taking each other as chosen mates since neither of us have founded our fated mates.” Renee said hesitantly.

“That type of conversation is usually held in a mutual location, in proper attire. You are also mistaken on my not finding my fated mate, as I have.” I stated firmly.

“As I said, put your clothes on, and follow me.” My father growled.

Renee nodded, and grabbed the robe she must have been wearing to come here. My father grumbled as she walked toward us. She attempted to take hold my arm, but I stepped back. Her hand fell, and she looked disappointed. My father lead the way out of our suite with Renee following behind him with her head down. I was behind her. Her scent was making my nose itch, but I followed anyway.

When we reached what looked like the professional wing of the house, Renee stopped walking, and seemed to get upset.

“Please Alpha. We don’t need to see my father about this. We can go talk to my mother. My father is a very busy man. We shouldn’t bother him with such matters.” Renee whimpered.

“Why should we not? You wished to discuss an alliance. Such things are part of your father, and brother’s responsibility. Surely they would want a hand in this.” My father stated calmly.

“But…this…please.”

“Good. Get to it.”

Renee stood from her seat, and turned to my father and me, “I am sorry for my disrespect Alpha Joseph, and Alpha Rowen. I was wrong.”

“You are forgiven Renee.” My father said, and I only nodded.

“Renee you are dismissed. You mother is in your room waiting on you to discuss your actions.” Alpha Will stated.

“Yes sir.” Renee whispered, and ran out of the room.

“I am sorry Joe. I don’t know what came over her today. She was raised better, and with respect for the fated mate bond.” Alpha Will said.

“It’s not your fault Will Honestly this has been an issue with multiple females this week. Not only for my son, but also Dimitri, Jax, and even myself. I’m not sure what is going on exactly, but the unmated females are treating this meeting like a mating gathering instead of a meeting between leaders.” My father said as he took a seat across from Alpha Will.

“I have noticed an unusually high number of unmated females here this year.” Alpha Will mused.

“As have I, but yours is also one of the largest packs to hold this meeting in awhile. Usually there isn’t enough room for large parties.”

“True.”

“It doesn’t help that there was a rumor the King may bring the prince with him this week, and that he was originally unmated.” I added.

“Ah yes. That is also true. Either way, this behavior is not ok, and makes an uncomfortable situation for many.” Alpha Will said.

“So what can be done that we are not already doing?” Dad asked.

“I think a conversation with the king needs to be had, and see what he suggestions as I am at a loss. My son has also had to remove several females from his quarters this week.”

“You may be right.”

“Let me see if he is available to meet with us now.”

“Alright.”

My eyes widened in shock. I hadn’t expected to have a conversation with the king on this matter. I wasn’t sure if I even had the right to be here for this. I was a future Alpha, not an Alpha yet. I wasn’t given a chance to speak before there was a knock at the door, and the king walked in, looking very casual in a pair of jeans, and a plain t-shirt. I instantly stood from my seat, and bowed to him.

“Thank you Alpha Rowen, but there is no need for that in closed meetings such as this unless specified.” The king waved me off.

“Y…yes your Majesty.” I sputtered as I straightened.

“Danny please. I was your majestied to death today.” The king chuckled.

I chuckled quietly, and nodded.

“Now Will, I was told you needed my opinion on handling a matter that has come about this week. What can I help with?” Danny asked as he sat down in the chair I vacated.

I moved to stand behind my father to listen.

“Oh. Rowen, did I take your seat?” Danny asked.

“Oh no. You’re fine. I’ve spent so much time sitting this week, it’s nice to stand for a bit.” I responded. “Oh. Alright. Anyway, what can I help you with?”

Alpha Will, and my dad filled him in on the issues occurring with the unmated females in attendance. They also told him about what Renee had told us. When they finished the king leaned back in his seat, rubbing his chin in thought.

“I had noticed there was a larger number in unmated females this year, and I wasn’t sure why. Good thing my son found his mate last week, and decided to stay home with her.” Danny said.

“So what do you suggest?” Alpha Will asked.

“I am going to ask you to allow me to handle this. I’ll make an announcement concerning this behavior this evening, at dinner. I am also going to have my mate call a meeting for all of the females in attendance tomorrow to speak directly to them about how their behavior is effecting their Alpha’s stance with other packs. Along with reminding them how taking a chosen mate over a fated mate has a negative impact on an Alpha, and why Alpha’s more often than not will wait for their fated mate.”

sure?”

“Yes.”

“Ok.”

room. We all had enough time to shower, change, and get down to dinner. I also made arrangements to have my sheets changed as they now smelled of Renee. As we were leaving I noticed two of our own warriors were now guarding the door. They only nodded at us

Clair being mom’s cousin made us closer to them then anyone else. There was a lot of chatter, and we could see a lot of unmated females moving around tables flirting with anyone they could. It was rather sad to see. They were dressed in a manner that would not be

at any of us, and had a kind, open smile for everyone she looked at. She was definitely someone to respect. Not because she demanded it, but because you

noticed that both the king and queen watched the females move around the room. The queen looked more sad than angry. The king look disappointed, and his eyes went back to the parents of the unmated females to see their reaction to their daughter’s behavior. After about 15 minutes the king rose from his seat, and tapped

please make your way to YOUR seats, and if you are working as a server of some form this evening please move to a position along the wall, there are several things I would like

line up along the walls, and

moment.

the course of the last several days I have had something concerning brought to my attention. Something I feel I need to address. Many of you in attendance have brought along unmated males, and females with

been quite a few instances where unmated females have been coerced into propositioning unmated Alpha males in attendance here this week.

negative impact on all parties. The first, ladies is you are not showing you have respect yourselves. You deserve to be respected, and when you place yourself in the bed of a male in such a manner you are giving the male in question permission to disrespect you as he sees fit. You are not showing him that you are the strong, confident, intelligent young lady you are. You are also disrespecting the male by telling him he is not worthy enough to know your mind by showing him. your body over your intelligence. You are telling him

together to ensure those things remain the case. This meeting is meant to strengthen, or establish new alliances and trade agreements through common goals, not forced matings. Forced matings never breed strong alliances. It

are the example we see as to how an Alpha is seen by their pack. When you do not behave in a respectful, responsible manner, as the sons, and daughters of the Alphas and Betas, you are leaving the rest of us to wonder on the state of your pack. You are disrespecting your Alpha, your pack, and your parents with your behavior, as well as those of the other party involved. Respect is one of the most important things for an Alpha to have to properly lead his pack. You are the example all look to

those that are mated, and involved in this behavior keep in mind that you are causing your mates indescribable pain with your actions

members in their packs such as teachers. doctors and nurses, as well as providing support to newly appointed

mating gathering! I know mating gatherings have fallen to the wayside due to the ever expanding human. population, but I have no problem reinstating quarterly mating gatherings if it is felt it would be beneficial. What ! will NOT stand for is that this meeting continue to be treated as a mating gathering nor will

required to attend a meeting tomorrow at nine in the morning with the queen. Attendance is NOT optional! You are expected to be there or you will be removed from the house immediately! The queen has a complete of list of all females in attendance, and unmated females in this pack. Alpha Will has been kind enough to agree to this for his own unmated female pack members so ladies you all have tomorrow off to attend the meeting. Thank you for your time, and understanding

look around to see many upset faces. Many Alphas, and Betas looked disappointed or angry, for reasons that were unclear. The same could be said for some of the high rank females, and their daughters. This could turn out badly, but

the meal was served. I’ll admit that I was relieved to see that none of the females that had been up flirting early had returned to their previous behavior. No one approached our table either. Conversation around our table was friendly,

Clair said

about my sweet girl?”

She is an angel, and so very intelligent. I am thoroughly impressed with her, as is my mother in law. She actually gave me the suggestion on something to keep my mother

“Oh. What was that?”

lovely Alpha here I began my Luna training with his mother. There was so much to learn, and remember I created a large, sectioned binder for all of it, that I frequently update. My mother in law

me about

she would be interested in making the copies, and offering it to those that may need or want them. Needless to say my mother in law took the idea, and ran with it. She has contacted many Lunas and Lunas in training about it. She is now in the process of making upwards of one hundred copies of it. She actually sent me with two copies to give the queen, and the prince’s mate. How she ever managed to

could

not the only thing about Chastity that has impressed me. Her intelligence is beyond compare. She is attentive during every lesson we have. She asks questions without fear or fault. She reads ahead, and even writes out the questions she may have before our meeting. A few times she even made suggestions to make a process more efficient. She is also incredibly respectful

you Clair. That mean a lot. Do you mind if I

I can to reassure her of just how special she is, but I know with her past experiences that sometimes she has

we work on as much as we can. I know it will

I know one day she will

therapist, and will do quite well for Chastity. She already has, in some respects.” “That

care of her Rowen. She will be your greatest asset for years

“Believe me I will.”

excuse us I think we’re going to call it a

“Same here.”

as one big group. When we reached our room I had a text

“Video chat?” It read.

laptop.

“Ok.” Was her response.

yet. As soon as it was up, I video called

are you?” I asked waving

I’m good. Shocked,

“Shocked? Why?”

I also watched the feed

called out from

him. My dad was in the recliner between the two couches.

“Is that Jax?”

pip-squeak!” Jax

smiling, and waving

dads are here too.” I

Hi Joe. Hi dad!” Chastity

I watched as his

Chasy girl!” My dad

a liar. I’m also glad that the king is giving him a chance to save his

things are too far gone for him

it is, you may be right. Hopefully he makes the right

too, but in the end it was her choice to make. She could

her mate.”

your mate who may not have been in a position to help save her pack. I couldn’t

you put it that way I guess it can’t be

glad that the king

me sweet girl, I

lot of respect for how the king handled the issue everyone has been having with the unmated females there. I just don’t understand what they were thinking. Especially at some of their ages, trying to tempt already established Alphas, and Betas is just not right. I’m sorry dad, but the thought

I liked either. The two times it happened all I could think was she’s the same age as my

need that kind of stress. Do you

we brought this to his attention, is that he is going to have the queen explain why Alphas more often than not choose their fated mate over a chosen mate. As well as explain to them how they behavior is negatively effecting their leader’s stance in our world.

probably will. What happened today that you had to go

Alpha Will’s daughter Renee attempting to set herself up in my bed when we returned from today’s meeting.” I responded with a sigh, afraid of what

get in? I thought you had guards at the door of the suite.” I could hear Chastity getting more and

them she was here to discuss a stronger alliance between our two packs.” I started

“You said were?””

on their way. Our own warriors will be rotating out between guarding us, and our door for the rest of our stay. If we do not tell them someone is allowed in when we are here they will not be, and NO ONE is allowed in

was ok?” Chastity snapped,

they are Alpha daughters who deserve

it works. Why did they think otherwise?” “It’s not how it works, at all. We don’t know why they think that. We didn’t ask, and

“What happened to her?”

apologize to us. Apparently she has a mate already, and they were planning their ceremony prior to this meeting. She has

he makes concerning her. If she had ended up with someone who did not turn down her advances she would have caused him indescribable pain. She will also be with either her mother, father, brother, mate, or warrior at all times from this point on. She won’t be allowed to

She already

said. They haven’t marked each other yet, but from

poor man. He must

“I imagine he is.”

sounds like it’s

really was. How was your

as yours. We had a pop quiz in Anatomy

How did you

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