chapter 4

The drive back to the pack didn’t take more than 30 minutes. Stepping out of the car, I could see her in awe of her surroundings. My pack is no small pack, no doubt bigger than the Shadow pack.

We have worked hard to build all that we have now from scratch. My mansion is the biggest building in the pack, standing out amongst the others.

“Come in, this is your home from now on”. I said ushering her inside the house. She shivered a little as I placed my hand on the base of her back, walking her inside.

“Home. Is this my home now?” she asked in a small voice, a voice so sweet, much like that of a siren.

“Yes Raven, this is your home now. Our home, as you will be the luna of the Shadow pack soon after the mating ceremony is carried out”. I could see the look of shock on her face, she didn't think the title of Luna could be given to her since she’s a latent.

My mate stared at me with curiosity, wary, lust and fear, but deep down I could see the fiery nature of her wolf buried within. It would seem that my mate isn’t a pushover. She can stand her ground if and when needed.

“Come let me show you to our room”

“Our room? We will be sleeping in the same room?” she asked with a hint of shock in her expression.

“Why of course. We’re mates, expected to sleep together. You didn’t think i’d let you sleep alone, did you? Even my wolf gags at the idea and will not rest until you're safe beside me”

“I…I…em…”

“Shh Raven, look at me” I said using my hand to ring up her chin so she could look directly at me.

“It’s okay, you’re okay, you’re safe here. No one will bully or maltreat you and if anyone does, they lose their heads”. I could feel her sharp inhale of breath at my words. I’m not one to sugarcoat words, I say them as it will be and as my mate she better start getting used to it.

“Alright Alpha” she said in a small tone

“You don’t have to address me as Alpha, just call me Ashher”

“Okay Asher”. This time with more power in her voice and a smile on her face.

“That’s much better. Now let’s go up to the room so you can freshen up and come down for dinner, our food is ready and you must be starving”. Her stomach suddenly grumbled at the sound of food, indicating i’m right. I could see her blush creep up to her cheeks in embarrassment and smiled at how cute it was.

Raven's POV

Asher led me to a room, the room was so dark, you could sense the lack of a feminine touch here.

“Well, this is our room Raven,” he said, switching on the light.

“But it’s just one bed here. Are we sleeping on the same bed” i asked him

“Yes Raven, i can’t allow my mate stay far from me” he said

“But in my pack, my mother never stays in the same room with my father ever” I said looking up at him.

“Well, maybe that’s your pack’s way of doing things. But, we don’t do that here in Shadow pack. I want you close to me,, it helps calm my wolf and me”. He said with a hint of want and desire in her eyes.

“Okay, I understand. I also feel the same way. What i mean is that my wolf totally agrees with you on that” i said and i could see him trying to hide his smile.

“Well then, let me leave you to change so you can come down for dinner”. He said, kissing my forehead before striding out of the room, closing the door behind.

It all felt so surreal, with Asher out of the room I could finally explore the bedroom. The room wasn’t what I envisaged, but this goes past whatever expedition I was forming.

It’s a large spacious circular room with a high vaulted ceiling. Ray of moonlight streams in through tall arched windows, illuminating the rich furnishings.

There’s a massive bed draped in black velvet, a massive oak walk-in closet, a plush armchair by a crackling fireplace that flickers and glows. Bookshelves lining one side of the wall filled with different books,

There’s a massive mirror by the side of a well decorated dresser. My stomach rumbles again reminding me to hurry up and get down to dinner. Taking off my clothes, I walk into the bathroom.

I’m in a glorious state of the art bathroom. Shower is enormous and has a frosted glass pane. It has four shower heads. By the sides is a bathtub made of marble, glistening like it had never been used.

The intricate tile work laid out in black and white mosaics is stunning. I step into the luxurious shower leaving the bath tub for a later day. Hot water cascades over me. I closed my eyes and let out a contented sigh.

For a moment, forgetting every strange thing that happened earlier today and simply enjoying the shower.

Washing up quickly, urged on by my growling stomach, I turned off the shower and wrapped myself in a black fluffy towel by the side. I pad back to the room feeling refreshed but hungry.

A dress has been laid down on the bed for me to wear. No doubt the wok of Asher. I quickly put on the dress and head downstairs for dinner.