Alys woke up a little confused. She was in her old bedroom and she felt like a weight was pressing down on her. Then she realized there was a weight pressing down on her. It was Aiden. They were completely entangled in each other, she was curled up against his chest his hard muscles rippling underneath her fingers, his heavy arm wrapped around her waist holding her tight against him his other across her back his hand resting in her hair, their legs intertwined around one another. Alys thought that it should be uncomfortable, but sleeping next to him completely entwined, was the most comfortable she had ever been. She couldn’t help but think of cuddling with Drew. They would start out cuddled in the typical big spoon little spoon but eventually one of them would get hot or uncomfortable and would roll over and they would end up sleeping on opposite sides of the bed. But being here wrapped up in Aiden, surrounded by his delicious cinnamon scent, felt so natural. Alys’s eyes roamed acro
Alys took a deep breath, and muttered to herself “Release the Hounds.” She heard Aiden chuckle as he looked at her and she blushed forgetting that he had wolf hearing. “The hounds eh?” He whispered in her ear, the he growled playfully nipping at her neck. “I believe we prefer to be called wolves.” “Don’t worry I prefer wolf too.” Alys giggled as Aiden snapped his jaws at her in a biting motion, then in walked four very tall, very muscular people. There were two male and two female warriors who entered the living room, they were all wearing black cargo pants, black long sleeved shirts that fit tight to their bodies, and black combat boots. The one in the lead walked right up to Alys and bent on one knee baring his neck in submission. “My Luna, I have been waiting a long time to finally meet you. My name is Thomas Porter, and I am the Gamma for Blue Lake it will be my pleasure to protect you.” Thomas stayed where he was as the other three warriors bared their necks out of respect for
Aiden linked Dr. Clarke as soon as they got close enough to the pack borders so he and his team would be there to check everyone out as they arrived. Alys snuggled close to Aiden for most of the drive and he had to keep asking her questions to keep her awake which made Aiden a little nervous that she might have a concussion. She had hit her head very hard against the window, and then hit in the face by Cody shortly after.“Look out the window Alys, we are getting close now you can start to see the lake through the trees.” Aiden whispered to her. She sat up a little and looked out the window seeing shimmers of dark blue flashing through the trees then suddenly the tree line ended and the vast lake was there with the moons glow shining on its waters creating a sparkling show. “Aiden its beautiful.” Alys said quietly putting her head back against him. He felt a wave of nausea through the bond and knew lifting her head caused her to get dizzy. “Just a few more minutes then we are there.
Alys smiled at her mom from her little nest of blanket. It smelled liked Aiden and it made her feel safe and calm. It had been a really busy morning and she was glad everyone seemed to be genuinely happy she was there. She already really liked Sara, she had such a warm and loving personality. Alys couldn’t believe how lucky she felt to be surrounded by so many amazing people already.“Is your room ok mom?” Alys hoped her mom was fitting in well too.“Oh its fabulous, I feel like I am on vacation at a fancy resort. The room has a big comfy bed, a little sitting area beside it, and a nice desk, a walk in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a nice soaker tub. Aiden’s parents asked me to join them for dinner this evening in the pack dinning room as well. They are very nice. Thomas told me last night that they have small cottages here that I can choose to live in as well. I think I may ask for one of those. I do like having my own home.” Clary chatted away and Alys listened intently, happ
Aiden dropped Alys on top of the bed so suddenly she squealed and started laughing, before he could turn away she grabbed him by the shirt and pulled him down next to her. Both of them started laughing so hard it made them breathless. “I can’t believe you just dropped me!” Alys accused him in a mock shocked voice. “I dropped you very gently, and onto something soft.” He put his hands up in surrender, but the sly grin on his face said he wasn’t really ready to surrender so easily. Alys bounced up and straddled him. “You don’t look like you were worried at all, what if I had gotten hurt?” She put on a playful pout, then bit her bottom lip making Aiden growl seductively. “Mmm careful I might bite that lip for you.” His eyes flashed with lust, as he brought his hands up to her waist and started lifting her shirt up. She lifted her arms so he could take it off the rest of the way, however as it got over her head he chuckled evilly and left it trapping Alys’s arms and head so she cou
As they walked together downstairs Aiden pointed out the different floors and what were on them, as a basic tour to start. Then they went down the hall off the stairs on the main floor, towards a lot of talking. They walked into a large room which looked like it could be a ball room but was currently set up much like a large dinning room with tables spread out around the room and along the back wall was a counter that was being replenished with food. “This is the dinning hall. Most of the unmated pack members eat their meals here. We have a full time staff just for cooking the meals. I’ll have to introduce you to the head chef later. I think the two of you will hit it off great.” Aiden explained as they walked in. Slowly as more people saw Aiden the room got quieter and quieter they were all watching Aiden guiding Alys through the dinning room. They walked to the head of the room where a larger table was set a little off from the rest. It looked like the head table at a wedding. Then
Alys walked into the suite and a smile lit up her face when she saw Aiden. He couldn’t help the big smile that spread across his own face on seeing her. She was glowing. “Did you have fun with Sara today?” He got up and walked over to her slipping his arm around her waist and pulling her in for a kiss. Her hands came up to his chest as she gripped his shirt kissing him back ever so sweetly. “I had a great day. I don’t know if you will be able to top it with this date. We even had sushi.” She tapped a finger on her lip as if thinking, he growled and nipped at her finger then leaned in to kiss her again. “Challenge accepted.” He murmured against her lips. “You should go get changed. And definitely put on that lacy number you sent me a picture of earlier.” Alys laughed lightly at his comment and went to bring her things into the bedroom. There was a quiet knock at the door and Aiden went to answer it. It was the rest of her shopping. “Thank you.” Aiden smiled and nodded at the pack
Instead of getting in his Jeep he continued to walk down the street with her, hand in hand. The weather was perfect for this early spring evening, a gentle breeze wound its way through the city streets as the street lights were slowly turning on as the sun set in the distance. They walked for a couple blocks, lightly chatting together before entering another old looking building. It was a beautiful book store. It had a small coffee shop in the front corner and three floors of books on old wooden bookshelves that reached floor to ceiling, there were even little nooks and crannies that had comfortable chairs and side tables so people could sit and go through the books. It had used and new books, used books being on the top floor. “I know how much you like books and coffee so I thought you would like to come here. It used to be the old city library, but they converted it to a store. It’s a unique building with some great coffee.” Aiden told her, as they waited in line for their coffee.
David and Clary stayed for another week after the ceremony. Being that they were True Mates, chosen for each other by the goddess, David was able to mark Clary tying their souls together. She would take on his longevity. She would never have a wolf but she would at least live as long as he does. Alys remembered reading that in the book she had gotten from Killian, Dr.Clarke asked to borrow it. It was hard for Alys to say goodbye to her mom. They had never been very far from each other. They promised to set up regular times to video chat every week. They drove with them to the airport and Alys stood waving for as long as she could. “Come on love, lets go home.” Aiden wrapped her in his arms and spun her around making her squeal. “Can we stop to get something to eat? I am starving and I could definitely eat a big delicious hamburger right now.” Alys’s stomach grumbled as she climbed into the car and Aiden chuckled. “I guess we better feed you since even your stomach is growling at me.
Aiden saw Alys start to get pale and knew it was time to bring her to the clearing for her first shift. He already had Thomas bring some blankets and a light t-shirt out to the clearing he picked for them to provide some comfort. He saw the other young pups gather a parent and go off towards their chosen part of the forest. Aiden looked around and made eye contact with Sara who nodded. She gathered everyone to give some final words of encouragement to Alys.“Don’t be overthinking it Lass, ye’re goin’ tae be great. It’ll be over in no time and we’ll be running through the woods with ye.” David gave her a great big squeeze, then handed her over to her mom to hug too.“Thanks dad.” She said to him, while hugging her mom tightly.“You are going to be amazing, don’t even worry about it. I can’t wait to see your wolf I hope she’s got red fur like your hair that would be fantastic!” Sara piped in cheerfully, making Alys laugh a little. Killian gave her shoulder a squeeze.“I’ve got nothing,
The morning and afternoon flew by as they spent most of it greeting the arriving Alpha’s and making sure they found their rooms to get changed and settled before the festivities in the evening. Before she knew it Alys was in Sara’s suite along with Clary and Lilly getting ready together for the ceremony. Clary was dressed in a floor length midnight blue sheath gown with quarter length lace sleeves and a v-neckline. She did her hair in a simple French twist, she looked amazing. Lilly was in a very expensive cream pant suit, but the top went down to the floor and swept back revealing the soft flowing pants underneath. It was simple yet elegant. Sara was dazzling in her red satin gown and her hair was curled and flowing freely, with a sexy smoky eye and matching red lipstick. Sara had just put the finishing touches to Alys’s hair which was pulled into a side braid on one side with the other side curled and cascading over her shoulder, Alys had already done her make up with a soft natural
It was finally the morning of the ceremony. Alys couldn’t decide if she was more nervous for her first shift or the ceremony itself. She had never been one for the spotlight so the idea of speaking in front of so many people made butterflies turn in her stomach. At least her first shift she would be in a quiet place, apart from everyone else with Aiden.Alys had woken up early, she had felt a strange itching sensation all over her body, she couldn’t get comfortable so she hopped in the shower hoping that would ease it.‘Why are you up so early love?’ Aiden linked her.‘I got woken up by this intense itchy feeling, I was hoping the shower would help. It just seems to be getting worse though.’ Alys told him, she had been using her loofa to scrub her entire body trying to ease the uncomfortable sensations.‘It’s your body getting ready for your shift tonight, it will probably come and go t
Alys was having a great time at the spa. When they arrived they found out that Aiden had booked the entire building just for them. First they went in to a steam room to relax and then hot showers, followed by soothing full body massages, a sushi lunch catered by her favourite restaurant, and finally finished with full manicures and pedicures. The ladies all spent the day laughing and chatting. It was nice to be able to just relax. Alys had started worrying again about her upcoming shift which would happen after the ceremony, when the moon was at its highest. Tonight it would be about 11:30pm when it reached its peak, and being May, the weather was supposed to be perfect. Two other pups were getting their wolves tonight as well as they celebrated their 18th birthdays that month. It was tradition for the shifting wolves to go to the edge of the forest for their first shift. Following the shift, which apparently only took around 15 minutes the first time, the pack would join together for
After the chaos of everything that happened to Alys and Aiden and the Blue Lake Pack. It felt like having the ceremony only a few weeks later was perfect timing. Everyone was getting excited, unmated wolves were hoping to meet their mates in the guests from other packs, the kitchen staff were kept busy with the preparations and the warriors were doing extra training to make sure security would be flawless. Aiden wasn’t taking any chances. As one of the biggest and more richer packs around they had invited a lot of people. Alphas and their Beta’s and mates would be coming and usually they would bring a couple warriors with them as well during travel. There were guest quarters for visiting warriors in the warrior building, and usually there was friendly competitions before the ceremony. The visiting Alpha’s and Beta’s would of course be put in the guest suites. Aiden spent the mornings with Alys and the afternoons working from his office. Jax was sent every other day to the city to set
Alys took almost an hour to figure out what she wanted to wear. She didn’t want to give the wrong impression. She finally decided on a simple white blouse, black pants, flats, no jewellery except her necklace and ring from Aiden and her hair in a simple ponytail. She was so nervous she didn’t think she would be able to eat anything, she didn't feel ready to face the pack for breakfast. “You have no reason to hide, they will respect you no matter what your decision, love. It will be ok.” Aiden told her as he finished putting on his usual button up and dress pants. “I am not even officially the luna yet. I don’t want want to start out wrong.” Alys worried for the hundredth time. Aiden just smiled softly at her and pulled her into a hug. “Again, it’s going to be ok. You will have me and my parents there with you. They will see us as a complete unit, it’s not you alone.” He reassured her again and kissed her on her nose. “Now lets go get you some food, because if your stomach growls in
The next couple days were pure bliss. Sara almost ambushed Alys the morning after the picnic, Jax had let slip he had picked up a ring for Aiden and she had been dying to see it, Killian was there to and he groaned as Sara gushed over the ring giving him pointed looks. After breakfast Aiden went with her to spend the morning at her moms. Aiden decided that this time he was going to take some more time from work and spend it with Alys. He took her around the pack and introduced her to more of the pack members. Alys got to see what an amazing Alpha he was. He took the time to greet members and listen to them when they had something to say. He knew every warrior by name, as for the rest of the pack if he didn’t know someones name he made sure to ask and would try to remember for next time. He showed her all his favourite places on the grounds and even showed her the maps of the property, and went over the different business they owned and where. Alys was surprised at the size of their rea
They ended up at a very expensive large boutique shop that sold all manner of dresses for every event out there. Again Alys wondered what a place like this was doing in a small city like Wakerton. Inside they were greeted pleasantly by a pretty young lady and Alys noticed for the first time she could smell someone, she could even tell that she was a wolf. The lady smiled broadly and welcomed them into the store and led them to an extravagant seating area with big comfy white couches surrounding a very modern glass coffee table and brought them all sparkling wine and glasses. The store was elegant it was all white and had big floor to ceiling sections of mirror perfectly placed for both lighting and decor. She brought Alys to the display room to go through a few styles and colours so she could pull some selections. Alys told her she wanted simple and elegant and if possible silver or soft purples. The lady, she introduced herself as Samantha, winked and told her to wait in a very large