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

destined mate. She cannot possibly be mine.

I want to go to

I cannot. I am not the man that

Theo also chooses to use

to communicate. Looking

his hesitation, and my heart breaks at

found himself in.

Scarlet lost her mate, Daphne had to kill her father, and I was helpless to do anything to help them. Finally, both women stood, arms wrapped around each other

and me.

less than

skids

eyes go wide

can tell that Daphne is asking her what is wrong, but Scarlet is staring straight at Theo. Although it is the worst timing ever, I can

processing the fact that

Again, I am lost as to how I can help anyone. Theo is as stiff as a board beside me. The great Alpha and Beta of the Blue Mountain pack are completely useless right now to the two

was Scarlet 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. Daphne is utterly lost

request and that is that you give it some time, before you decide.” Theo’s voice is soft, and I can tell that he is fighting the urge to try and

in agreement

request. 4

I am the reason our ceremony is ruined.” There is so much more that I need to

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 my arms around her pulling her tight to

a wail piercing the night sky, and both Daphne and Scarlet stiffen. Daphne

Alpha Jason’s corpse. It did not

shrieking woman turns and zeros her attention on Daphne. “You murderous. whore. You have

like it should have been you that died instead of your

I have had enough of

to take your

come back, I will kill you myself.” My voice is booming through the night air. Daphne has suffered enough; I will not permit anything

Daphne and I, murder evident in her eyes. 2

though. Scarlet stepped around Theo, ran

her mother

Scarlet has

is sitting on her chest.

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

hated you then.

done. Dad is dead, our brother

if you do not leave

of the anger of her childhood out,

needed to.

get off me. You killed

are

you murdering, lying little

I curse the

can see

her mother’s words. Words

yelled at Daphne over and over, but never at her.

loosened

her mother’s

in the jaw. The blow was enough. to

neck, before turning

to Scarlet. This time he does

to wrap her in his arms.

not see that coming.” Daphne’s

soft. I look down and

tears coming from her

I had a time machine.

do not get long

side,

warriors have removed the bodies

dead. We had some wounded on

a few casualties. I

our pack is strong. Our wounded warriors will heal up

warriors will

will ensure that their families are taken care of. I glance over at

make sure that all the warriors