Summer’s POV I’m exhausted when I wake up, but it’s important for me to see my kids. I miss them. I also know if I sleep too long, I won’t sleep tonight, and I can’t afford my sleeping pattern to be too erratic. Evie and the girls are playing with the kids when I enter the room. Someone gave me coffee and cereal. I could have eaten it ten times over. Evie notified me that the children wished to have a picnic in the fort they had constructed in the lounge area. While the finishing touches are being made for the fort and picnic. I seize the opportunity to get in the shower. As I get dressed afterwards, I think about Mrs Clayton and how Alpha Jackson was beside her the entire time. In my view, this quality makes him a good Alpha. Then I think about how the Alpha and Luna acted last night. We retrieved all the children without any violence, just by offering some basic items and skills. Then I think about how the rogues live and how they don’t have access to necessities.
Summer’s POV We spent hours playing in the hospital suite after returning. But I needed a little more rest. If tonight was a repeat of last night, I should have slept throughout the day. But I am a mom first. Everything else is secondary to my kids. It’s eerie when I go to the hospital ward. There are still only a few patients with minor injuries. There are more staff than patients. Even then, we have the whole ward cleared out by 11pm. What a turnaround from last night. Luna Lucy arrives with some pictures that the children drew for me as a way of showing their thanks. I take the picture, telling Luna Lucy “Anyone would have done the same thing.” She smiles and says, “No. No, they wouldn’t have. Most people avoid rogues at all costs. But you, you don’t see them that way. Do you?” “No, I see them as people, people who, for whatever reason, had to leave their pack. People who needed help. I remember someone like that a few years ago. She was able to receive help thro
Summer’s POV Between contractions, the woman tells me her name is Eleanor. She was an omega in a pack and treated poorly every day. When she found her mate, they decided it was better to become a rogue than suffer the constant abuse they were being subjected to. That’s how they found Isaac, their leader. He brings together rouges and they live as a community. She tells me how her mate is loving and caring. Her contractions are getting closer. Elizabeth tries to teach her some breathing techniques. However, she doesn't understand the concept. Maybe if she had been practicing them throughout her pregnancy, they may have helped. But at this late stage, they are pointless. A friend of Eleanor’s came to the church. She looked nervous but sat beside her friend and held her hand. She encouraged her to use the gas at times when it was appropriate. Eleanor was growing tired and struggling with her pain. I give her some pain relief and encourage her to keep using the gas and air. Whe
Summer’s POV I was woken up by three energetic toddlers. Who are extremely excited about getting out of the hospital today. They want to sleep in their own beds, play with all their toys, and have their own garden to play in. I agree with them. We have spent far too much time cooped up in the hospital. “Let’s go for a walk and discover a secret family spot.” I tell them all. Like it’s a secret. “Somewhere we can have picnics in the future. Just us.” This makes all of them happy. Especially Evie, who overheard the entire conversation but pretended she hadn’t. The good news for Evie is that she gets the entire afternoon to herself. While we are out exploring, I get a mind link informing me that Alpha Jackson has called for a mandatory pack meeting the next morning. He also tells me he wants to meet me before it, privately. “Great, what have I done now? Could he not give me a break? I have had a busy couple of days.” I asked Alexis. Who just snorts at me. We all get dresse
Summer’s POV A meeting was arranged within a week. Either Alpha Jackson is keen to avoid any further attacks or Isaac is keen for his pregnant female members to be cared for. I listen to what both parties want before I offer my contribution. This will determine their level of commitment. “I want the facility to be built either near the church or the church expanded to accommodate my needs. It’s close enough to the forest for everyone’s protection.” They both nodded their heads. “I need a competent assistant. Elizabeth would be brilliant. We get along really well, and she is efficient. But then you have no experienced medical staff in the hospital.” Alpha Jackson looks at Isaac. “If all goes well today, we may not need senior medical staff at the hospital.” Isaac grins at him and nods his head. “I will allocate pack members time slots for pre and postnatal care. These may have to be pushed back because of unexpected labor. I do not want any squabbling over cancellations
Summer’s POV His hands feel so good on my body. My head is telling me to stop him. My heart tells me to stop him, but my body wants him to continue. Before I moaned again, I straightened up and asked him to stop. I had to. He looked hurt. I guess he doesn’t put himself out there very often. I mean, he’s attractive enough. He is still a man and I am a woman. I could definitely get some thrills from his body. He would benefit from a good wash and if he could keep his mouth shut. I don’t even mind that he is a rogue. But what bothers me is that he kills for no reason and that is not what I am about. We also have a business arrangement which I can’t jeopardize. I let him know my decision. He took a step closer to me. I feel like I could jump his bones right now. I am that starved for physical contact. But if things go wrong, it’s not worth it, so I put my hands up to stop him. To be honest, I am flattered by his offer. I mean, it’s the only offer I have had in yea
Summer’s POV I called the pack house and spoke to Beta Gary. I told him I needed to arrange a meeting with Alpha Jackson. I felt I needed to be the one to tell him. About what happened in the principal’s office. I received a call within an hour. I was to go to the pack house immediately for this meeting. I started to explain what had happened. Alpha Jackson seemed slightly panicked when I mentioned my intention to quit my job. “Summer, if you quit your job, the treaty wouldn’t exist. Which could mean more attacks on the pack. Don’t be too hasty. I will speak to Principal Peters and support him in educating the children.” He said. I know exactly what his concerns are, it has to do with me playing a vital role in a certain treaty. The kids return to school the following week, sporting a pair of tinted sunglasses. They look more like vampires than wolves now. They even start making friends. In particular, all of Beta Gary’s children, Gamma Phillip's youngest daughter
Summer’s POV SUVs started arriving about a week before the Blue Moon, lots of SUVs. Obviously, the Royal Guard and everything they own, by the looks of it. I thought men travelled lightly, but not this lot. On the other hand, they brought their own tents, equipment, and belongings. Several fields have been assigned for them to set up a base near the training field. They work efficiently and fast. It only took two days for them to set everything up. You could see the worry lines on Alpha Jackson, face. The town is abuzz with the appearance of the Royal Guards and their use of the town's amenities. I go about my day as usual, which started with an enjoyable cup of coffee from the local coffee shop. I am trying to avoid the extra people in town. It’s not that there is anything wrong with them. I just don’t need any complications in my life. I have enough of that as it is. They are also the wrong gender for me to deal with. Alexis has been a bit whiney, though. She seems agi