The beginning

(Acacia)

My name is Acacia Ferguson, and this is my story. I have been working two jobs just to make sure that my stepfather, Harold, was alright. It was just us for now, since my mother had rejected him and left. He changed a lot and became more abusive towards me. He's always drunk and broke. I have to be the one to work and make sure that the bills are taken care of, as well as putting food on the table.

As soon as I got home, Harold would find something to argue with me about. Every so often, I don't even want to be there, but I have to make sure he's alright. Even though he's not my real father, I still treat him as such. I called him Dad most times because he's the closest person to a father to me. I never knew my real father. No matter how many times I've asked my mother to tell me about him, she wouldn't. It got to a point where I just stopped asking about him, knowing that I won't get an answer.

Waving goodbye to my coworker, I left in a hurry so that I could get home and start cooking. I didn't mind, though, because it was in my genes to do these things.

You see, I'm an omega and also mateless. Harold has taken me away from our pack that's called the silver moon pack, ever since the day my mother rejected him. Which was three years ago.

My Alpha said that I was welcome back anytime, so he made sure that I wasn't deemed a rogue. I told my Alpha that I didn't want to leave, but I had to since I had no other choice. I was young at that time, only fifteen years old, so I still needed a parent figure in my life. Harold didn't care about me or my feelings, that much I can guarantee.

After I arrived home in my beat-up car, which was a beetle that shouldn't be allowed on the road, I called out to Harold. He didn't reply, so I breathed a sigh of relief that I didn't have to deal with him and his ways for now, since he wasn't home.

As tired as I was, I made my way toward the kitchen so that I could get started on his favorite meal. Harold always requested this meal since it reminded him of Mom.

As I got started on dinner, I heard the door open and left to see who it was. I cringed when I noticed that it was Harold and hurriedly made my way back to the kitchen. It took half an hour, but dinner was done, and I started to set the table, just in time for him to sit down. When I made sure his meal was in front of him, I was about to leave, but he stopped me.

“Where are you going, girly? Go and get some food for yourself and come sit down.” This was the first time he made such an offer, so I did as he asked without any protest. While we were eating, he started talking to me as if it were the old times, the time when Mom was around and we were happy.

“How was work today? You have to leave for your other job tonight, right?” He asked, and I nodded my head.

“Yes, Dad, I have to be there at eight.” He hummed a little, then went back to eating. When we were done, and I started to clear the table, he stopped me by grabbing onto my wrist and holding on tight. The dish that I had in my hand fell and shattered on the floor because of how hard I was trembling.

'Do not be afraid, everything will be alright.' My wolf Mesha said, so I started to calm down a bit.

“Some people are coming here tomorrow to meet you. Make sure you ask for the day off for both of your jobs so that I can do a proper introduction.” I nodded my head and decided not to answer him. He may not have a title, but I was still an omega, and he was higher in power than I was.

“Good, now finish cleaning up and go to bed when you're done. I want you to be well rested for tomorrow.” He released my arm, and I continued to do what I was doing without looking at him. He was usually drunk at this time, no matter if it was during the day. But this time, he appeared to be sober. I wonder if it had something to do with the people who were coming over tomorrow.

When I was finally done with everything, I made my way towards my room and fell on the bed instantly. I was too tired to do anything, I wanted to take a shower and change, but for now, I'll relax until I have to leave in a couple of hours.

I jumped up from the sound of my alarm and frantically started to get ready for my other job before I was late. I took a shower which was quicker than usual, hey don't judge me. Once you're in my shoes, you'll realize that a two-minute shower is nothing.

Grabbing my jeans and long sleeve blouse, I got dressed in record time. I didn't have an opportunity to do my hair, which was always difficult to tame, so I tied it up in a loose bun and called it a night.

Making sure that I had everything, I hurriedly made my way outside and got in my car, and drove off. Being a waitress for one of the most popular restaurants here in Manitoba, Canada, wasn't easy. I had to be on time and make sure that everything was alright, even though it was stressful and demanding, I enjoyed it a lot because of the tips that I've been getting. Perks of being an omega. There are higher-ranked wolves who are always after me. I tried my best to steer clear of them, but they always leave me good tips, so I'm fine with that.

I finally arrived in record time and parked in the parking lot for employees only and got out. I started running towards the back entrance where we were supposed to enter through first and giggled to myself as I nearly tripped. Opening the door in a hurry, I fell this time, and embarrassingly enough, every one of my coworkers was there getting ready.

“Acacia, are you alright?” My favorite person of all time, Jeremy, asked as he helped me off the floor.

“Yeah, I'm just extra clumsy tonight, don't mind me. I'll get ready, and we can head out together.” I replied. He gave me two thumbs up, and I started doing what I said. Hopefully, tonight will be different, and I will be able to make plenty of tips.