The Alpha’s Fight for His Omega by Jess K

Chapter 70

***Rowen***

I can’t say that I slept very well after my video chat with Chastity. I had no idea she felt the way she did, and that I had contributed to her feeling that way. I felt really guilty for upsetting her as I had been. I had a feeling everyone would when I told them. I had sent a text to Chastity letting her know that I would talk to everyone about backing off on the Luna talk. She said she appreciated it, but she was worried about disappointing people at the same time. I reassured her that was not going to happen.

When I went into the sitting room dad, Dimitri, and Jax were already up, and eating breakfast. We had stopped going down to the dining room for breakfast after the first day because it was just too much commotion that early in the morning for any of us: We kind of liked to start the morning at a bit of a slower pace. I was just about to sit down when there was a knock at the door. Warrior Blake told me that is was the members of Dark Moon wanting to have breakfast with us, and I told him to let them in.

I sat down as they walked in. I noticed right away that Robert, and his father both looked almost puzzled.

I didn’t ask at first as I knew Robert, and his father both needed coffee before they would chat much. Finally Robert’s father Jeremy spoke.

“Did any of you hear the news yet this morning?” Jeremy asked.

“What news?” My father responded.

“Alpha Marvin went to the king last night, turned over his pack to the king, and denounced himself as Alpha.” Jeremy explained.

“No kidding? I wonder what brought that about?” Dimitri replied.

“From what I’m hearing his daughter put her foot down with him last night after the queen’s meeting. She told him he wasn’t an Alpha. He was a greedy, self absorbed little man that only hurt people. That she was embarrassed to call him her father. She also told him that she contacted her mate, and she was leaving her father to go be with her mate. It seems her mate hadn’t found his second chance mate and still wanted her. I guess his daughter abandoning him finally woke him up.” Jeremy answered.

“So what will happen to Cedar Grove, and Marvin now?” I asked.

“Marvin is moving to Royal pack after this weekend, and will become a woodworker. It seems he always. had a talent for that, and the king could use his skills. If he is good enough he may end up teaching some day. The king doesn’t want to appointment a new Alpha over such a small, failing territory, or so few people. The king is asking if any one wants to take on any new members to let him know.” Jeremy continued.

“I just took on Zander, and his mate. I think taking on Cedar Grove pack members, especially older ones may not be wise.” Dad said.

“Why is that?” I questioned.

“It may cause confusion to the members of Cedar Grove as they have looked to Zander as the Beta for many years. They may not be able to ever see him as anything different, and that could cause trouble for Dimitri and Jax when those people go to Zander instead of them when needed.” Dad explained.

“Ah. That makes sense. I never thought of that.”

“That can make for a difficult situation. I hate to say it Joe, but it’s probably for the best that you don’t take any of their members on.” Jeremy agreed.

“Sadly, yes, but I will help locate packs for them if needed.” Dad offered.

“Let the king know today.”

“I will.”

We all sat quietly, eating for a bit. My mind was on Chastity, and our conversation last night. I was just going to talk to dad, Dimitri, and Jax about her concerns, but realized that I should probably include everyone here as well as Jeremy, Robert, Beth, Clair, and the Beta family since they did have at least some interaction with her.

“I…um…wanted to talk to all of you about something. I said hesitantly.

“Sure son. What’s going on?” Dad responded.

“It’s about Chastity.” I said.

“What about Chastity? What happened? Is she ok?” Jax said quickly, looking upset.

“Jax, calm down please. Nothing has happened to Chastity. She asked me to speak to you all about something.” I responded, putting a hand on his shoulder.

“What’s going on with the lovely young lady?” Clair asked.

“It seems that whenever anyone makes comments about her either acting as a Luna, or that she will make a great Luna it’s making her uncomfortable. Chastity already struggles with self confidence issues. We’re not helping her by reminding her of what her future will be. She doesn’t see what we see right now. She wants to continue her Luna training, but to her it’s just an extra curricular activity, and nothing more should be mentioned about it.” I explained.

“Oh dear. I….I thought that telling her how wonderful she was doing, and what I saw in her would help her confidence.” Clair whispered.

“I thought the same, but I was wrong.” I stated sadly.

“I feel terrible” Clair pouted.

“But she should feel good about hearing such things.” Jeremy mumbled.

“Unfortunately Chastity does not believe that in the long term I will keep her. There is a large part of her that thinks I will end up rejecting her, and with what she has been through she can’t see past being an Omega.”

“That’s partially your own fault.” Jax growled.

“I know Jax.” I snapped.

“Why wouldn’t she feel good to know that she is going to make a good Luna?” Beth asked quietly.

“I think it may be the reminder that Rowen is an Alpha.” Dimitri responded.

“Why does that matter?”

“Because for many years it has been beaten into Chastity that as an Omega she is beneath everyone of higher rank than her. That her only purpose in life was to be a slave to the Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and their families. She was taught that she is nothing compared to all of us. She lacks any confidence in herself right now. She is in therapy, but it will take time.”

“Who would do such a thing?”

“My mother, my cousin, and our Gamma’s mate.” Jax growled.

“…I don’t understand.” Beth whispered.

Dimitri pinched his brows, and sighed. After a moment he explained everything that had happened to

Chastity over the years. I struggled to maintain my temper almost as much as Jax did. I admitted to my part in her suffering as well. It was hard to hear, and admit. Robert, Jeremy, Beth, Clair, and their Betas remained silent through the whole telling. I saw that both Beth, and Clair had tears in their eyes at the telling. I could certainly understand that. It was heartbreaking. We all sat quietly for a bit, just processing. It never got any easier hearing what happened to Chastity.

“That poor girl.” Clair mumbled.

“You said that you just gave us the basics during that conference call Joe, but I never imagined things were that bad.” Jeremy stated.

“I didn’t feel the need the get too involved, and kept it to the basics.” My dad responded.

“I think that was probably for the best. I met her at Darren’s birthday party. She is a lovely girl.”

“That she is.” My dad agreed.

how can we help

of her future role as Luna out of any conversations.” I responded.

say this, but we have a meeting to get too, and I believe you both do

be a long day of trade agreements, and a whole lot of sitting. I wasn’t looking forward to

members of Cedar Grove. At first the king was upset my dad wouldn’t accept any of their members, but understood, and agreed when dad explained why. It was also decided that the Cedar Tree Grove be left untouched by anyone for at least ten years to give it time

the trade agreements. Not many changed, but I did note two down that interested me. My dad, and I would approach them after the

were returning to our room to find a female I never wanted to see again, waiting for us. At least time she was wearing clothing that covered her properly, and she was make up free. She

Beta Dimitri, and Beta Jax. I came to ask permission to speak with all of you for a moment, please.”

can we help you

owe all of you an apology. Especially you, Alpha Rowen. My behavior during your visit to Cedar Grove was unacceptable, and disrespectful.

what prompted your behavior?” My father questioned as he led us all

took seats on the two couches, but

look up, and answer the

my pack was struggling so I went to my father to ask how I could help turn things around. At first he

pack, but he refused at

was

of my pack so I asked him to wait. When I returned home that night I told my father my mate was willing to move to my pack to help. My father flipped out, and told

and appreciate your

Bianca responded with a

do

to speak to my mate. He arranged a meeting between us during your lunch break yesterday, where I explained it all to my mate. He wasn’t happy, but he understood

aware of

to denounce his position, and his pack. He will go to Royal pack. I don’t know what will happen to him there, but I need to move forward with my life. He almost destroyed my life because he is greedy, and foolish. I almost destroyed my life because I followed. him. I’m not sure I can ever forgive him for what he did to me, but for right now I need to move on. Maybe

have been a hard choice.” My

never really very close. He hated that I was born a girl. He had wanted a boy. He was never able to have any more children, and believe me he did try after my mother died. He would switch females every few months trying, but when one didn’t get pregnant she would

sorry to hear that.” My father said

of the older ladies in the pack cared for me as her own. She was wonderful. Unfortunately she passed two years ago due to age. She, and her mate were never able to have pups so she always said I was the closest thing she had to one of her own. I miss her

you had

for me. Thank you for giving me the time to apologize to you for my actions. It means a lot as you did not have to do that. Alpha Rowen, please extend my apologies to your mate. I would do so myself, but I don’t have her name

willing to speak to you herself, and she may be more willing to forgive you than any one I have every met.” I said, smiling at the thought

very forgiving of females that

when she understands the situation. She also believes everyone deserves a second chance.

good man Alpha Rowen. She is

“I’m the lucky one.”

email address with you to pass on her? In case she

“Sure.”

thought about all Bianca had said. I felt for her, but at the same time I was still a bit mad at her for what she had done or tried to do.

interested in getting trade agreements with tonight, and I was interested in talking to the rogue leader about possibly establishing an alliance. with the closest of his sub packs to us. To my surprise

rogue leader Dean.”

to see you again Alpha Dean.”

we could speak for a

course. Please join us.” My father indicated as

that is between you, and Dark Moon. It’s not a very big one, but we are prosperous in some areas, but struggling In others. I had considered moving them to one of my larger packs, but my people are happy there. I had hoped we could work out an alliance. I would offer a trade agreement, but at present we don’t produce enough of anything to trade. Only enough to care for

an alliance with you.

old Beta actually. He served me well our whole lives, and is my

well from before you son did. Well what

“Yes we were.”

into an alliance

“Wonderful. Thank you.”.

me. I’ll review

“I will. Thank you.”

welcome. Have a

“You as well.”

did end up discussing trade agreements with the two Alphas. We were in basic agreements by the time we left the dining

and do our own work while still on chat, I grabbed some paperwork I

sweet girl. How are

doing good. How are

doing wonderfully now. How was your

than yesterday. How about

“It was interesting.”

“Oh? What happened?”

pack members. The land is going to be left alone for at least ten

Alpha Marvin do

and she was done with him. She told him she was leaving the pack, and going to be with her mate. I think it was more that he knew there was no way he could save

know

“Neither did I.”

in any of

“No.”

They need

agree we could run into a problem if

Moonlight is just going to abandon them when they need us most? That’s wrong

cause a rift in the pack that could

problems.”

could there possibly be a rift? You’re

our pack. When there is problem or need they have they won’t come to us. They will go to him, not understanding or wanting to accept that he is no longer a leader. First this will cause confusion for them when he does nothing for them because he can’t, or it could make them angry at him. It will also cause confusion with our pack members when their new pack members go to someone else for direction, instead of us. It could also anger our pack members at the Cedar Grove members, thinking they are disrespecting us. That’s the last thing we need. Things like that can weaken a pack. It can weaken the leaders of the pack. Causing rifts can cause a divide in the pack, and an exploitable weakness for someone looking to harm Moonlight. As much as we want to take these people in, we have to

sit down with any Cedar Grove members and explain that their Beta is no

something. Even if he talked to them it’s likely it won’t change anything. The best course of action to take for everyone is allowing those left in Cedar Grove to be accepted into new packs where none of their previous leaders are so they can

sorry

justified in questioning a decision you don’t agree with. I would rather you did in all honesty. I would prefer you know, and understand up front

“Ok. I can try.”

all I can

“What else happened today?”

alliance with the rogue leader, focused more on one of his small sub packs. It’s right in between us, and Dark Moon. They’re very small, and need allies. Both packs were the

does an alliance

together on training. Being able to move between the packs more easily for meetings, supplies, education, and the like. Being a helping hand

are willing

I was hoping for the opportunity,

it was hard for you and your