Pregnant. Riley was pregnant. She hadn't even gone through a heat with Eli yet since being marked. It was rare to get pregnant without being in heat, but maybe because they were fated, there were exceptions? Maybe Eli being an Alpha was an exception, too. Riley has been very irresponsible with Eli regarding sex. They haven't really used any protection, even from the start, so there always has been the possibility of getting pregnant. How was she going to tell Eli, though? How would he take the news? There is so much uncertainty. They had planned to wait till Riley finished school before a mating ceremony and the Luna and Alpha ceremonies. Now, she would have to move everything up and maybe not finish school. This was definitely not the news she had been expecting. Suddenly, Eli and Ethan came in laughing and joking about with each other as Riley continued to sit on the couch. "Hey Riley! We're back. What have you been up to?" Eli said from the doorway. "Riley, are you alrigh
Eli and Riley woke up from their night of celebrating and got dressed and packed up to head home. The cars would be here in an hour to take them back home. Riley couldn't wait but was nervous for the ride home as once again, she had been sick this morning. Eli didn't leave her side as she was ill, and Riley couldn't have been more appreciative of his commitment to her. Eli would make the perfect mate and father to their pup. Despite his reputation and past, he had really taken on the leadership role of Alpha. He was proving his worth. Riley just couldn't believe how fast their love story was evolving. "Do you think we will ever get bored of each other?" "Goddess, I hope not," Eli yelled back from the bedroom. "What makes you ask a silly question like that?" "Just our story, it's been such a whirlwind. I feel like maybe this has to end at some point." Eli walked over to the bathroom door and leaned against the frame. "It will never end. Don't you see how much my mother and fat
Riley jolted awake. It was dimmed, and the sun was setting. "Riley! How are you feeling?" Riley looked around, gathering her surroundings. They were traveling. Her head had been resting on Eli's lap. "Where's my mother?" "She's in one of the other cars. There wasn't enough room in here with you laying down." "What happened?" "Riley, you fainted. You don't remember?" "No...last thing I remember is grabbing my mother from the Rogue King." "Then you fainted. How are you feeling. Do you need us to stop the cars and take a break? We are almost home. Maybe another 10 minutes." "Then just keep driving. I'll be fine. I can't believe how long I've been out." "I was terrified. I didn't know what else to do besides try to get us home. You were breathing, and I've been keeping an eye on your pulse. Do you feel anything wrong? I can take you to see the doctor right away!" "No, I feel fine. Maybe it was just a lot of stress and being sick. We will see the doctor to make sure
The morning light shines in through the crack in the dark green curtains that cover the bay window in Riley's room. It stirs Riley from her deep sleep, where she lays on her stomach on top of her queen size bed with her duvet tossed to the foot of the bed in a heaping mess. Her long, brown, naturally wavy hair flows in different directions as she peeks and shields her eyes from the sun. She had been dreaming of her 20th birthday that was coming up, which would signify her spot in the pack, and the first time she were to shift. "Riley! It's time to get up! We leave in 20 minutes," her dad yells at her door as he walks down the hall to start breakfast. Riley groans as she rolls onto her back. Today is Valentines Day, the day of love, and another reminder that she just broke up with her ex Nathan about 2 months ago. So, there is no love for her in the relationship department at the moment. However, she still crafted a couple of Valentines Day cards for her best friends, Lily and Ol
At lunch, Riley rushed into the cafeteria, ready to tell Lily the news of her upcoming date with Ethan. She didn't care to tell Ollie because she knew it would only break his heart. That was something she wasn't ready to do, especially since it was only a first date. However, as soon as she opened the doors and looked around, she saw Lily and Ollie sitting at their table, and it looked as though Ollie was upset. They both sensed Riley and looked over. Ollie immediately looked mad and then disappointed, while Lily just shook her head and mouthed, not now but can't wait to talk later. Usually, they would be able to mind the link, but since they haven't gotten their wolves yet, that wasn't the case. So Riley walked over to the lunch line to grab her food. Once Riley paid and went to sit with Lily, Ollie was gone. "I guess you guys heard the news? Why can't anything remain private instead of public news?" Riley already knew the answer. "I can't believe you agreed to go on a date w
The past week flew by quickly. Riley kept her head down and worked hard on her studies. Dad agreed to her going out tonight as long as she kept focused. She had to let him know who she was going out with because word got out quickly about her date with Ethan last week. If she didn't tell dad about it, he probably would have heard from someone at the office. He was excited for her, though. Dates with a future leader and the possible life it could mean for her if they were meant for each other. There was still always doubt in Rileys mind, though, but why not have some fun while she still could. All week long, she hardly had time to hang out with Lily and Ollie. She felt bad, but Ethan kept catching her at any spare time he had. Before school, in between classes, lunch, and all they did was talk. She couldn't believe the connection they had straight away and how much in common they had. She hadn't felt a crush like this in a long time. Every time he would brush his hand against her th
"Oh shit, sorry, lil bro. Do you have company under you there," Eli winked as he looked at his brother, who was shirtless and panting. "Fuck Eli, get out!" Ethan yelled out. Watching as Eli started to make his way closer. Riley covered her breasts with her hands while blushing and trying to sink into the couch while hoping Eli didn't walk any closer. This was not the way she wanted to meet the rest of Ethan's family. Eli held his hands up in the air and said, "Fine, fine, take away all the fun of letting your big brother have a peak of whatever delicious little creature you have down there." Eli sniffed the air. Whoever she was, she smelt fantastic. He had never smelt something so good before. The air smelled of sea salt and coconuts, like he just took a tropical trip to a far away island. His wolf stirred and didn't want to leave, but Eli needed to give his brother some space to finish up. He would get a chance to meet his little brother's new play thing eventually. Ethan n
Beep, beep, beep... Riley hit the snooze button on her phone. Five minutes later, the same annoying alarm sounded, and this time, she didn't ignore it. It was 6 A.M. and she knew she needed to shower and get ready for her breakfast date with Ethan. As she got out of bed and headed towards the bathroom, she heard her phone vibrate, so she ran over and grabbed it to see, "Good morning, beautiful. Meet me at the diner in town for 8?". She beamed and replied with a "heart emoji, see you then," text right back. She placed her phone back down and grabbed her towel, heading for the shower. Once done, she went into her closet to find the perfect date outfit. She wanted to look effortlessly cozy, so she grabbed a beige knitted sweater and a pair of black tights, paired it with brown knee-high boots. Riley was ready to take off. She had put her wet hair neatly into a braid down her back and grabbed her keys and phone before heading out the door. It was 7:30, and everyone in the house was sti
Riley jolted awake. It was dimmed, and the sun was setting. "Riley! How are you feeling?" Riley looked around, gathering her surroundings. They were traveling. Her head had been resting on Eli's lap. "Where's my mother?" "She's in one of the other cars. There wasn't enough room in here with you laying down." "What happened?" "Riley, you fainted. You don't remember?" "No...last thing I remember is grabbing my mother from the Rogue King." "Then you fainted. How are you feeling. Do you need us to stop the cars and take a break? We are almost home. Maybe another 10 minutes." "Then just keep driving. I'll be fine. I can't believe how long I've been out." "I was terrified. I didn't know what else to do besides try to get us home. You were breathing, and I've been keeping an eye on your pulse. Do you feel anything wrong? I can take you to see the doctor right away!" "No, I feel fine. Maybe it was just a lot of stress and being sick. We will see the doctor to make sure
Eli and Riley woke up from their night of celebrating and got dressed and packed up to head home. The cars would be here in an hour to take them back home. Riley couldn't wait but was nervous for the ride home as once again, she had been sick this morning. Eli didn't leave her side as she was ill, and Riley couldn't have been more appreciative of his commitment to her. Eli would make the perfect mate and father to their pup. Despite his reputation and past, he had really taken on the leadership role of Alpha. He was proving his worth. Riley just couldn't believe how fast their love story was evolving. "Do you think we will ever get bored of each other?" "Goddess, I hope not," Eli yelled back from the bedroom. "What makes you ask a silly question like that?" "Just our story, it's been such a whirlwind. I feel like maybe this has to end at some point." Eli walked over to the bathroom door and leaned against the frame. "It will never end. Don't you see how much my mother and fat
Pregnant. Riley was pregnant. She hadn't even gone through a heat with Eli yet since being marked. It was rare to get pregnant without being in heat, but maybe because they were fated, there were exceptions? Maybe Eli being an Alpha was an exception, too. Riley has been very irresponsible with Eli regarding sex. They haven't really used any protection, even from the start, so there always has been the possibility of getting pregnant. How was she going to tell Eli, though? How would he take the news? There is so much uncertainty. They had planned to wait till Riley finished school before a mating ceremony and the Luna and Alpha ceremonies. Now, she would have to move everything up and maybe not finish school. This was definitely not the news she had been expecting. Suddenly, Eli and Ethan came in laughing and joking about with each other as Riley continued to sit on the couch. "Hey Riley! We're back. What have you been up to?" Eli said from the doorway. "Riley, are you alrigh
It turned out Penelope was lying about her and Ethan being fated mates. We all hoped it was true, but with Ethans reaction, I knew he was telling the truth. Even Luna Marigold confirmed it was all fabricated after she went to check on Penelope. The poor girl was just heartbroken. Although, she did agree to go out this evening with Ethan in hopes of building a connection before they declared they had chosen each other as mates. Eli still laid there beside Riley fast asleep. He had been very busy last night and all week. Constant meetings with different packs, talks with his dad, and now has to start preparations for a mating ceremony. Riley looked at him with awe as he slept. She felt a pang of jealousy as she wanted to have her mating ceremony. She couldn't believe the hold a fated mate bond brought. She was head over heels for Eli and loved him so quickly. Maybe she would talk to him about it today since they didn't have any work to perform. Riley creeped out of the bed gently
"He's here Riley, let's hurry up," Eli pulled Riley along till they got to the front of the pack house. "Alpha Eli. Zach had a concerning talk with me. I apologize for all the choas my family seems to be causing for you and your mate. I have taught them better than this." "It's alright. Let's forget it ever happened and work on tonight's affairs." "Thank you. You will make a great leader." Riley watched on as they shook hands. Luna Marigold and Penelope stood on the opposite side of Alpha Forrester, avoiding any glances at them. Next to them stood Alpha Zach and the twins. Hopefully, things wouldn't get awkward for the rest of their stay. The black SUVs pulled up, and out came Ethan wearing a well tailored blue suit. He looked handsome. Eli walked up and shook his hands and gave him a hug. Riley followed suit. "It's great to have you here, Ethan." "I see you two marked each other. Good thing I'm only here for my father and our packs safety. Otherwise, we have no other bu
Ethan would arrive today just in time for dinner. Riley wasn't sure how much information he had been given, but Eli had spoken to his father about this proposal. It aligned the two packs that Eli was going to do before meeting Riley. Eli had brought the plan up last minute while they had gotten ready the other day before Riley had met with Luna Marigold and Penelope. Before Penelope had run off in wolf form. Before Penelope was chased through the woods and was brought back home unarmed. Things could have been a lot worse. However, she was safe, and that was all that mattered. There were more rogue attacks than normal, and Riley had a suspicious feeling it was all the Rogue King. They needed to rush the process and have a backup if Ethan didn't work out. That's what Luna Marigold and Penelope were working on today. Eli and Alpha Forrester were in meetings, warning the other surrounding packs. However, no one else seemed to have a firstborn daughter. Riley was stuck inside the cottage
"Riley, you need to calm down. I didn't know Penelope would say that. I didn't even know she still had feelings. I needed a mate, and so she would have made an easy choice until I met you. You're my fate, the one the Moon Goddess made for me. I would never choose her or any other. My heart is with you. Sure, I have a past, and I'm sorry if any she-wolves come after you about that. But you have to know how serious I am about you.." Eli didn't get another word out as Riley kissed him. She passionately made out with him, right there in the living room of their cabin. She reached for his pants and undid them with her hands before reaching down and grabbing his dick. She then started to stroke it, all the way down to the shaft and back up to the tip. He was under her trance, and as she let go, she quietly made her way up the stairs. Eli followed. She slowly took her clothes off one by one, allowing Eli to watch the show. She moved to the bed and laid down on her back. "Mark him!" Ava ke
The last two days were filled with tours of the pack and meeting some of their warriors and delegates. They met with families closest to the Alpha, but there still was no mention of when they would have a meeting to go over what brought them here. Eli and Riley had no time for each other, constantly being pulled away for lunches and dinners or shopping trips when not being introduced and in a conversation with others. She was exhausted from the sheer amount of socializing they had done so far. She had never been this social before. She kept putting on a smile and being polite as this is what she would have to get used to being the Alpha's Luna. "Riley! Are you up yet?! Alpha Forrester just called and asked if we could be at his office in 20 minutes," Eli called out from downstairs. Riley groaned and rolled over in bed. This should be more romantic, and she should be getting to know her mate better instead of his past flings. She had been spending a lot of time, especially with Lu
Riley and Eli finished showering and continued to get dressed. "Don't think we're done, Luna," Eli said with a smirk. "We are for now unless you plan to disrespect our hosts by being late," Riley said with a giggle. "I wouldn't dream of it." "What did Alpha Forrester have to say that pulled you away from me?" "Oh, nothing. He just wanted to debrief me on the attacks." "Well, what did he say? We are supposed to work as a team, plus I have some intel that may be of value." "Oh, do you now?" Eli said as he strode across the room to hug Riley from behind as she stood in front of the mirror, "Have I told you how beautiful and perfect you are?" "Thank you," she said with a blush, "But I'm being serious. We should speak before any more private meetings." "I promise," Eli said as he kissed Rileys neck. Coming close to her marking spot, causing her to become aroused once again. "You better stop, I won't be able to contain myself." "I can smell just how much you want me."