The Alpha's Slave Mate

Chapter Forty-Eight

Caleb’s Point of View

Today has not gone the way that I had planned. I had planned so carefully, down to the flower arrangements. I thought

that I had every base covered, surely nothing could go wrong. I had been arrogant, cocky enough to believe that no one would try to attack. My pack was known to be fearless, and it was no secret that my allies would be in attendance of my mating ceremony. I had pulled my guards in so that they could witness the ceremony, and in doing so I left my people vulnerable. I did this, in my own arrogance I created the war zone that was

before me.

I can only stare in horror at the woman who saved my life. I underestimated Dorian. I was already tired from fighting

Alpha Jason when Dorian had surprised me from behind. He was quicker than I imagined he would be. He was also a

better fighter than I ever would have

given him credit for. Scarlet saved my life, but in doing so she lost her destined mate. I can only imagine what is going through her head, knowing that she was

the one that took his life.

“Mine.” Theo’s words snap my attention

directly to him. I turn to see him staring

at Scarlet, tears in his eyes. His eyes are boring into Scarlet, and I can see that his body is fighting a war with itself. 10

“Theo” I try to draw his attention away,

but it can not be deterred from Scarlet. I

know that he does not believe in second

chance mates, but perhaps she is his. Daphne starts wiggling in my arms,

trying to break free from my grasp. My

attention finally falls on her and I realize

she is fighting to go to her sister. I let her

go,

Daphne runs over and wraps Scarlet in her arms. Pulling her back into her chest and rocking her on the ground as if she were a child. I knew that today would

changer our lives, but I could have never of predicted that it would be this way. For once I do not know what to do, what to say, or even how to begin processing everything. 2

“Caleb, I need to go. Something is not right with me; I think I am headed to the infirmary.” Theo’s voice pulls me out of my self-loathing and snaps me back into reality. I look Theo over, looking for any signs of trauma, other than the

superficial bruises and cuts that have

appeared. I can find nothing that would

warrant a trip to the infirmary.

“Theo what is going on, I do not see

anything.” I do not normally question Theo, but on this occasion I must.

“No, there is something not right with my head. I am imagining things.” Theo’s voice is shaky, and I notice that he is still

staring at Scarlet. Since we are in such

close vicinity, and werewolves have

excellent hearing I decide to use the mind

link.

Would your trip to the infirmary have

anything to do with the fact that you are staring at Scarlet, and called her yours? I

do not mean to be blunt with Theo, but I

cannot waste any time trying to figure out

moves for everyone involved.

her destined mate. She cannot possibly

chance mates. I

I am not

Theo also chooses to use the

to communicate. Looking to

hesitation, and my heart breaks at the predicament that Theo has

found himself in.

how to bring them any comfort. Scarlet lost her mate, Daphne had to kill her father, and I was helpless to do anything to help them. Finally, both women

and me.

they are less than twenty feet away,

watch as Scarlet skids to a

head snaps up, her eyes go

that Daphne is asking her what is wrong, but

processing the fact

her mate. Again, I am lost as to how I can help anyone. Theo is as stiff as a board beside me. The

that spoke first. Of course, her words were directed at Theo. I can see the worry and the fear flash through his eyes. This will not be an easy start for them.

before you decide.” Theo’s voice is soft, and I can tell that he is fighting the urge to try and comfort Scarlet.

head in agreement with

request. 4

ruined.” There is so much more that I need to apologize to my mate for, but right now is not the time for me to

have known since I was born. Now he is gone, and I feel free.” Daphne’s voice is hard, and I can tell that she is fighting back her emotions. Even if it is a stranger, the first time you take a life is hard. I wrap

piercing the night sky, and both Daphne and Scarlet stiffen. Daphne moves to look

corpse. It

woman turns and zeros her attention on Daphne.

just like it should have been you that died instead of your brother.” I watch a tear fall down Daphne’s

had enough

you to take your mates

night air. Daphne has suffered enough;

She starts stalking towards Daphne and I,

made it close to us though. Scarlet stepped around Theo, ran

and tackled her

can even blink Scarlet has both of her mother’s hand

she is sitting on

do you understand. I watched you hurt her for years, the only joy you ever found was in hurting her.

then. Look

Dad is dead, our

not leave here

the anger of her childhood out, and I can see

needed to.

get off

are no better than her.

murdering,

curse the Moon Goddess for

existence.” I can see the fire in

at her mother’s

Daphne over and over, but never at her.

loosened the

her mother’s hands, and

jaw. The blow was enough. to knock Scarlet off balance. I move, but Theo

neck, before turning his

Scarlet. This time he

wrap her in his arms.

not see that coming.” Daphne’s

I look down

of tears coming from her eyes. I

I had a time

long to process

is at my side, informing

removed

We had some wounded on

few casualties.

wounded warriors will heal up in a few days at

Our fallen warriors will be

care of. I glance over at Daphne;

make sure that all the