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.”

you sure?”

“Yes.”

“Ok.”

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

Moon was seated. We had shared every meal with them. Luna Clair being mom’s cousin made us closer to them then anyone else. There was a lot of

status. The queen did not lift her nose 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

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

evening ladies and gentlemen. If you would 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

their packs. The servers rushed to line up along the walls, and face the king. Once the room was silent again, the

moment.

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 you in addition to your usual party for

instances where unmated females have been coerced into propositioning unmated Alpha males in attendance here this week. There have been a rash of unmated females letting themselves into the bedroom of unmated

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

establish new alliances and trade agreements through common goals, not forced matings. Forced matings never breed strong alliances. It is also for finding out what packs are struggling so that they can gain the assistance

You 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 on how much respect should be given to your

not be in attendance this week for difference reasons. Just because a male may not have his mate with him this week does not mean he does not have a mate. For those that are mated, and involved in this behavior

females in attendance. While they may not be in the meetings held with me, they are attending their own. They are working on building alliances for their packs, exchanging useful information on the care of their pack, working on exchange and training of some of the most important support members in their packs such as teachers. doctors and nurses, as well as providing support to newly appointed Lunas, and Beta Females. When they see you spending the

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 I stand for any more attempts at trapping a high rank wolf into a forced mating! Those

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.

silence rang across the dining room. I took a quick 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

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

to you about Chastity.” Clair said to me with a smile, and I instantly

about my sweet girl?” I asked with

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

“Oh. What was that?”

to learn, and remember I created a large, sectioned binder for

me

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.

Chastity could

she may have before our meeting. A few times she even made suggestions to make a process more efficient. She is also incredibly respectful at all times. Her kindness, and care of others

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

I can to reassure her of just how special she is, but

times. One we work on as much as we can. I know it will take time,

day she will see herself

will do quite well for Chastity. She already has, in some respects.”

of her Rowen. She will be your greatest asset

“Believe me I will.”

Now if you will excuse us I think we’re going to

“Same here.”

all ended up leaving as one big group. When we

“Video chat?” It read.

me two minutes to get my laptop. We

“Ok.” Was her response.

my laptop to was sitting on the coffee table in the our sitting room. I didn’t bother moving to my bedroom just yet. As soon as it was

sweet girl. How are you?” I asked

good. Shocked, but good.” She

“Shocked? Why?”

feed you told me to. I also watched the feed from dinner tonight. I can’t

called out

to him. My dad was in the recliner between the two couches. Jax stood up to move behind me, and

“Is that Jax?”

pip-squeak!” Jax

Jax.” Chastity said, smiling, and waving

our dads are here

Hi dad!” Chastity called

responded, and I watched as his

My dad

had all of the stuff you did to prove him a liar. I’m also glad that the king is giving him a chance to save his pack, or help his pack members find new places to go before the king just takes it all over. He’s made

too far gone for him to save his pack.” I

sure it is, you may be right. Hopefully he makes the right choice for his pack. I feel for Bianca being forced to reject her mate because

the end it was her choice to make. She could have denied

her mate.”

but that can’t be an easy choice to make. Choosing between your father, as well as maybe saving your pack, and your mate who may not have been in a position to help

way I guess it can’t

king listened to every thing

sweet girl, I am

unmated females there. I just don’t understand what they were thinking. Especially at some of their ages, trying to tempt already established

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

what he said helps. You all don’t need that kind of stress. Do you know what the meeting with the

Rowen, and I when 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. The meeting will be made public just as ours have been so you can

will. What happened today that you had to go

found 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

doing that? How did she get in? I thought you had guards at the door of the suite.” I could hear Chastity getting more

this pack. She convinced them she was here to discuss a stronger

“You said were?””

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

Rowen. Why did she think that was ok?” Chastity snapped, and I raised my eyebrows at the tone, a

to get mated up with Alphas as they are Alpha daughters who deserve to be paired with Alphas.

That’s terrible. Everyone keeps telling me that isn’t how 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 she

“What happened to her?”

Apparently she has a mate already, and they were planning

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 be around those other

She already

haven’t marked each other yet, but from the sound of

poor man. He must

“I imagine he is.”

like it’s been

How was your

yours. We had a

you think you

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