Chapter 5

Taking a relaxing breath, Dustin silverback sighed and reminded himself that she wasn't his mate, his mate was dead and there was nothing he could do to being her back to life.

She only looked like his deceased wife because he was observing her closely, her face was so small compared to the big cowboy hat she had on and she had a bugged eye, she had on a rose colored glasses, but personality wise, she was so much different from his deceased wife Akila.

Except the people of his town already had their minds made up.

Akila had returned and they were certain he'd try to mate with her again.

Never in a million years, he wasn't going to do that again.

His beloved wife had committed suicide , she was unstable and unable to deal with the stress that comes with being the mate of a pack leader, and to make matters worse, she wasn't even one of them in the first place.

No, he definitely wouldn't let that happen again.

His next mate would be a black, except he wasn't going to pick a mate from his pack.

Other than Laura, the other eligible ladies he could pick as a mate had all resented Akila and he couldn't forgive them for that. 

Taking the last gulp of his third beer, he set his glass aside.

He tried to shift his attention away from his dead mate, but he couldn't,  the lady sitting at his usual table distracted him, there was something fierce about her.

Why was she here in his town anyway?

Was she here to scream at him and fight him for pushing her sister over the edge till she committed suicide?

Or was she here to take back home her sister's body?

He already had enough hard time condemning himself for her death for the past three weeks , he didn't need any one to tell him he was at fault.

Drinking all the beers in the world couldn't make him forget the look on Akila's face when she laid down lifeless, she finally looked peaceful.

He shrugged off his thoughts, he wanted to get away from here, though he'd always stay till the tavern was closed.

How would it look if the pack leader couldn't deal with the image of his late wife sitting at the next table? 

Growling deep inside, he poured himself another beer. 

"Do you think they are twin sisters Dustin ?"Mike the youngest of the triplet asked with his brows raised.

Yeah. Akila said she didn't have any family alive , all Dead.

Obviously she had lied to him .

Which didn't sit right with Dustin , but it was too late now to be angry about it.

" Why do you think she's here?" Mike said rubbing his hands over the sweating glass.

Whatever she was doing here, it definitely had something to do about here sister, no doubt .

Maybe she thinks her sister Akila was murdered? Lucas asked.

Dustin throwed a sharp gaze his way.

Why the hell would you say such a thing?

Lucas shrugged. 

Think about it, why is she trying to hide her identity? , why isn't she trying to meet the pack leader and explain why she's here in his town?

The only answer I can come up with is that she doesn't think her sister committed suicide .

And she's here to investigate her sisters death herself .

Hell no. Dustin glowered at her , he wondered what her hair would look like if it wasn't that hideous black color, it was way too harsh for her light creamy skin.

Looks like she dealt a great beating to the ladies who went to mess with her in the restroom. Mike grinned.

I think that means there will be more trouble". Lucas's voice was as dark as Dustin felt.

Dustin sighed, the table was silent for a while and the tavern was filled with murmuring from all other tables 

Dustin turned over to Mike . " I want you to- -

Before he could complete his statement, Lucas interrupted, "She is leaving the tarvern".

All murmuring in the tavern instantly died down and everywhere was silent.

Her boots hit on the wooden floor as she was walking towards the door, her back was stiff, she clenched her fists and she had a whole body language that says " Don't mess with me".

As much as he hated to admit it, his whole body wanted to chase after her and lay claim to her, just like he had done with her sister.

He felt and overwhelming urge to touch and feel her soft naked skin beneath his, to kiss her lips , he wanted so much to make love to her.

He was definitely loosing his mind .

He had to put all his effort to restraining himself, he remained seated as he observed her open the door.

Follow her, Mike. I want you to watch here and where she goes, and …. I dont know, just stick with her for the night". 

Are you certain? Do you really mean that? Mike asked his brother, his voice too hopeful.

Just make sure no one gets to harm her, all right?

"What he means is that," Lucas interjected, don't let anyone screw with her and that also includes you."

Mike looked at Dustin for confirmation.

If his brother wanted to have her and she agreed to it, who was he to disapprove of them? Their type wasn't into casual sex, so if she also wanted a mate and Mike was interested,  It was fine by him.

Dustin wasn't yet ready to take another mate again. 

"Do everything within your power to make sure none of our people get to hurt her."

Mike gave Lucas a look that that signalled " oh you had me there".

Thanks,  Dustin. I'll make sure to take good care of her. 

He hurriedly ran after Akila's sister just as the door closed behind her.

Sending Mike after the woman was enough to signal to the rest of the people in the tavern,  and soon enough, everyone in town would quickly know that , Dustin wanted her left alone.

And if anyone were to try to hurt her, they'd be held accountable. 

Lucas moved his glass over the table , scraping it here and there. 

Dustin growled at him." What is the matter Lucas?"

I don't know but I think you should talk to the lady and find out what she's doing here  

"Tell me , why do you think Akila was murdered ?"

You've deliberately ignored this one , brother.

Many people in town believe she was murdered,  but whenever they see me coming, they always stop their whispering.

"No one will tell me or Mike what they suspect."

“Do you mean a conspiracy?” 

No, not really, I wouldn't call it a conspiracy.

"It looks like they're protecting someone,  or they are scared you'd be really pissed if you were to find out the truth behind her death".