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 do not believe

second chance mates. I want to go to

but I cannot. I am not the man that

chooses to

to communicate. Looking

are, I can understand his hesitation, and my

found himself in.

at the two women. Unsure of how to bring them any comfort. Scarlet lost her mate, Daphne had to kill her father, and I was helpless to do anything

and me.

than twenty

watch as Scarlet skids to a

her eyes go wide as

I can tell that Daphne is asking her what is wrong,

is processing

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

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 as to what

you make. I only have one 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

in agreement with Theo’s

request. 4

so much more that I need to

free.” Daphne’s voice is hard, and I can tell that she is fighting back her emotions. Even

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

see what is causing her pain, only to find her mother kneeling over Alpha Jason’s corpse. It did not occur to me that she would be here and judging

attention on Daphne. “You murderous. whore. You have taken everything from

like it should have been you that died instead of your brother.” I watch a

have had enough

permit you to take

If you ever come back, I will kill you myself.” My voice is booming through the night air. Daphne has suffered enough; I will not permit anything else happening to her. Amanda does not heed my warning, or perhaps

stalking towards Daphne and I, murder evident

though. Scarlet stepped around

and tackled her mother

has

she is sitting on her chest.

are not going to hurt her anymore, do you understand. I watched you hurt her for years, the only joy you ever found

then. Look at what

Dad is dead, our brother is

if you do not leave here

is releasing some of the anger of

needed

bitch, get off me.

mate you are

of you murdering,

curse the Moon Goddess

existence.” I can see

her mother’s

over and over, but never at

had loosened

on her mother’s hands, and

Scarlet in the jaw. The blow was enough. to

before turning his

to Scarlet. This time he does

to wrap her in his arms. 7

I did not see that coming.” Daphne’s

look

from her

a time machine. 2

get long

at my side,

have removed

some

casualties. I am thankful

pack is strong. Our wounded warriors will heal up in

fallen warriors

that their families are taken care of.

make sure that all