Chapter 5

Annalise POV

The moment I shared with Dante was at the forefront of my mind as I quickly made my way to the front of the club. Was he about to kiss me? No way. I shook the thought from my mind as I approached 5 burley security guards crowded around the front entrance. “This is ridiculous, If you knew who I was You would be bowing before me.” I heard a thick arrogant and deep voice come through the doorway. A scent so delicious filled my nose and my mouth began to water. Mara was going wild inside. Howling and pacing. I couldn’t figure out what she was freaking out for. “Excuse me gentlemen.” I cleared my throat as the 5 burley security guards turned to me and bowed. “I nodded signaling for them to move out of the way. They slowly stepped aside and my eyes locked with the most beautiful gray eyes, swirling with desire. A tall tan skinned God Stood before me. Beautiful red locks cut short, red freckles across his nose, not to mention he was absolutely stacked with muscles. A growl escaped the handsome strangers lips “MINE.” He growled with finality. Mara screamed inside my head “MATE! MATE! MATE!” I couldn’t believe my luck. My mate was an absolute SNACK, and I wanted a taste. But if my dad ever taught me anything, it was how to mask my thoughts and emotions. The stranger made two wide strides towards me and reached out his arm to grab me when I put my palm flat out in front of me to stop him. “HALT.” I said without hesitation. “Who are you? What are you doing here disturbing my night?” I asked matter of factly. He looked stunned, but his shock soon turned to annoyance. “Oh don’t pretend you don’t sense it. You are my Mate.” He says. I look him over once “So I am… and you are mine. You haven’t answered my question. What is your business here….?” As I realized I didn’t even know his name to address him I looked at him expectantly. A smirk played on his lips, “oh, allow me to introduce myself love. I am Prince Tyler of the Royal blood line AND your future king.” He says staring me dead in the eyes. I heard mumbles from those around us and My heartbeat sped up at his intense gaze. As my brain registers what he says I quickly bow my head. “My apologies your majesty. I was unaware your presence would be expected this evening.” He closed the distance between us and with one swift move of his hand he placed his hand under my chin, grabbing it with his thumb and forefinger. “Never bow your head to me Mate. We are equals” he says in a low husky tone. His voice Sending shivers down my spine, I look up into his swirling gray orbs and suck in a breath. He was even more breath taking up close. I swallowed hard as I felt my mouth go dry. He chuckled, flashing his pearly white canines and my arousal began to seep out. I quickly collected myself at the clearing of a throat behind me. I turned to see Dante and Dahlia staring. Dahlia with a smirk and Dante with an unreadable expression. I turn my Attention back to Prince Tyler, “Noted.” I say cautiously. “If we are equals May I speak freely?” I ask. Tyler tenses but nods his head “yes but can we speak somewhere more private?” He says, his eyes lingering on the spot between my shoulder and neck. I nod turning to Dahlia “will you make it back alright?” I ask her, indicating I’ll be leaving with Tyler. Dahlia gives a sly smile “of course Alpha, Marcus will take me back.” She says. I press my lips in a line and turn to Dante “sorry again about your face. Come to the pack house tomorrow? We can discuss an alliance without our fathers present.” I say questioningly. I hear a low growl behind me and turn to see Tyler’s eyes darkening as he stares at Dante. “Why is your sent on him?” He says in a deadly low voice. It would have been inaudible if it weren’t for my sharp werewolf hearing. “Oh no, we are NOT doing that. Let’s go.” I grab Tyler’s hand and lead him out of the club. As soon as we are outside on the sidewalk he yanks my body to him until we are pressed chest to chest. He buries his face into my neck and hair “mine.” He purrs into my neck and I can’t help but let out a giggle. I push him away gently “Tyler, stop. We need to talk please. Actually talk.” I say lookin him in the eyes. He scoffs and his face twists into a frown. “Well this isn’t how I imagined finding my mate would go.” He says. “How did you find me?” I ask, remembering that he asked for me by name. “How did you know where I would be and how did you know my name? We have never met.” I look at him expectantly. He grabs my hand and begins walking, leading me down the sidewalk. The street is busy and there are lights in every window and on every corner. I loved the city at night. “Well love, I suppose you’ll find out sooner or later.” He starts. “ being of royal blood comes with its perks. Each royal has their own unique….. gift.” I cock my head to the side confused. “Gift?” I ask urging him to continue. “Yes, it’s said as the first pure blooded werewolf we were born of the goddess herself. Each Royal has an ability of sorts. Mine is the gift of foresight.” I can’t believe what I’m hearing. “What do you mean by foresight?” I give him an inquisitive look. “It means I can sometimes see the future. Mostly when it pertains to me. The goddess allows me to see flashes of things that are to happen in the near future.” He says matter of fact. “So, you saw me in a vision?” I ask. “Sort of” he starts “a few days ago She showed me a glimpse on my future. I saw a woman with beautiful black locks standing by my side. In the vision I called her Annalise” he said with a smile. I called the counsel immediately and began searching for Annalise in the werewolf community. There were two. You, and an Omega in the bloodstone pack. I couldn’t fathom my Mate being an Omega so I took a chance. I only knew I was correct when I laid eyes on my beauty” he says bringing my hand to his lips and kissing it gently. My heart was going crazy but I still had so many questions. “Why haven’t I heard of the Royals having these abilities before?” I ask him. “They aren’t a secret but we don’t like to discuss them. It’s on a need to know basis.” He gives me a pointed look. I press my lips into a line “okay, so…” i start to ask another questions when suddenly my feet go out from under me and I am being carried bridal style by Tyler. I gasp from the unexpected move. “You ask A LOT of questions my dear Annalise.” He says smiling down at me. I let out a small laugh “can you blame me? This is not how I saw my birthday night going. Though I can’t say I’m disappointed.” I say letting my eyes linger on his handsome features. His chest rumbles as he continues walking with me in his arms “keep looking at me like that little minx and I’ll not be able to continue this talk.” I laugh and let me head fall into his chest. Listening to his heart beat. I knew finding my mate would be magical but this is insane. I’ve known the guy 5 minutes and I’m basically puddy in his presence. The minute he smiled at me I knew I was toast. “Where are you taking me?” I ask realizing we’ve been walking for a little while now. “Where do you want to go?” He asks. “We can go back to the pack house, I can introduce you to everyone in the morning over breakfast.” I spout without thinking. A smirk plays on his lips “is that an invite to spend the night?” He cocks an eyebrow. My cheeks heat up at what I just insinuated. Wow Annalise way to throw yourself at the guy. He’s only a price for goddess sake. “I… erm… only if you want to.” I manage to mutter. He laughs the most velvety smooth laughter and it’s like music to my ears. “I’m only teasing you my little minx. As if I would let you out of my sight now that I’ve found you.” He places a kiss on my forehead & in that moment all I feel is complete and utter bliss. The prince’s eyes glaze over as he mindlinks someone. A few seconds later a sleek black car pulls up with dark tinted windows. “What’s this?” I ask looking over at the car as a tall muscular man with an earpiece in steps out and walks around to open the back door. “You don’t think the prince would be walking around Los Angeles without security do you?” He chuckles and sets me down on my feet, motioning for me to get into the car. I slide into the back seat and Tyler slides in beside me. The man gets back into the drivers seat and begins driving. “Does he know where we’re going?” I ask Tyler. “Of course, I mind linked him.” He says “so what is the earpiece for if you can just mind link each other?” I ask curiously. Tyler laughs “so we don’t look like nut jobs when we’re in public mind linking.” I formed an “O” with my lips and awkwardly looked out the window as we drove towards the pack lands. Tyler pulled me close and swung my legs over his lap. I pulled my skirt down some feeling a bit exposed. “You don’t have to be shy around me little minx. You belong to me now, don’t hide yourself.” Something about Tyler’s words irritated me. I gave him a dead stare “I’m not an object. I belong to NO ONE.” I say coldly. Suddenly all of the butterflies I felt since first laying eyes on him flew out of the window. He clenched his jaw and tensed for a moment before flashing me a smile. “We are Mates Annalise, I only meant you were made for me. There isn’t a part of you I wouldn’t cherish and love.” With those words I felt foolish for being so harsh. Tyler was everything I could have hoped for in a mate and I was ready at the chance to chew him up and spit him out. Silence fell between us and I could sense Tyler’s frustration. Not knowing what else to say. I leaned towards him and placed my hand on the other side of his face, turning his head to look at me. I rubbed my thumb over his lower lip and bit mine in return. Tyler flashed me a devilish grin “I told you to stop looking at me like that or I won’t be responsible for what Ember does next.” I smile and cock an eyebrow at him “Ember is your wolf?” I ask. His eyes flash and he purrs before clearing his throat and bringing himself back. “He really likes the way his name sounds coming out of that pretty little mouth.” He smiles slyly. “Oh does he?” I smirk back letting my fingers trail down the side of his neck to the collar of his shirt. He purrs loudly. “Does Ember want to play?” My eyes flash as Amara was clawing her way to the surface. I began purring, calling to Ember. Tyler’s eyes went completely black “Annalise. I’m warning you.” He says seductively. I shake my head staring at him intently “Amara.” I say, though my voice comes out not quite as my own. I guess Amara couldn’t let me have all the fun. “Amara, beautiful.” Embers rough and husky voice spilled out of Tyler’s mouth. He grabs me and pulls me completely into his lap so I’m straddling him and we are nose to nose. Both of our wolves purring as we rub our noses together. I press my lips to his softly giving him a single kiss. Just a taste. “Amara, if you don’t stop I’ll shift right here in the backseat and we both know that won’t go well.” He says breathlessly. Amara whimpers and let’s me have control back. I let out a giggle “party pooper” i tease Tyler. He takes back control as Ember recedes but he keeps his grip on my hips firm. Staring up into my eyes. *if you don’t give Tyler some tonight I’m definitely giving it up to Ember* Amara says. I roll my eyes internally. What a Hussey. I lay my head on Tyler’s chest for the remainder of the ride. Just breathing in his delicious sent. We pull into the gravel driveway of the pack house. It’s about 2 am and everything is dark. Everyone must be asleep. Perfect because I do not have the energy or patience to have this conversation with anyone right now. We get out and I grab Tyler’s hand leading him into the pack house. I look over my shoulder and notice his guard isn’t following. “He isn’t going to sit out here all night is he?” I ask. Tyler looks over his shoulder and his eyes glaze over. He is mind linking his guard. “I told him he is off duty for the night.” I flash a small smile and we head upstairs to my suite. “Welcome to my humble abode.” I say as I unstrap my heels and place my purse on the counter. “Make yourself at home, I’m going to grab a shower real quick.” I say as I begin heading towards the bathroom. Tyler grabs my wrist “without me?” He cocks an eyebrow at me. My cheeks heat up again. *you heard the man!* Amara bellows. *shut up! I don’t want to seem desperate* I spit back at her. *WE ARE DESPERATE* she says. *Desperate to feel that giant hunk of man meat…*

*OKAY I GET IT.* I cut her off mid sentence, not wanting to know what the horny little she wolf was going to say. I smirk at Tyler and slowly slide my skirt down to my ankles and step out of it, then I slowly walk towards the bathroom as I peel my top off and over my head. When I reach the bathroom door I peak over my shoulder at Tyler “what are you waiting for? Can’t shower with your clothes on.” I tease. I disappear inside the bathroom and turn the water on.