Ashley
The door opened to a spacious room, and my parents and I were ushered inside. Alpha’s office has minimal and masculine decor, with bookshelves, an oval table -I’m assuming is for meeting purposes- a world globe, and a map of Andorra on the wall. The office felt even more bigger with the light coming from all angles. The smell from the small leather couch and chairs and the dark oak desk evoked old times. I swear if anyone lit a cigar, I would be transported to almost ten years ago during former Alpha Tyson leadership. Smoking was his only vice.
My parents took the two chairs before Alpha’s desk, leaving me no choice but to share the loveseat with the new guy. I wanted to complain, but I couldn’t. His spicy sandalwood scent is rich and earthy. Hmm, he’s making me feel warm. I avoided his gaze, not wanting to meet his eyes.
“Would you like something to drink?” Alpha asked, but my mom thought he meant for her to fix the drinks, so she was beside the liquor cart in seconds. - “It'll get that for you right away, Alpha.” Mom jumped off her seat and hurriedly arranged a drink, but Alpha Atticus put a hand over the glass she held to stop her from pouring the liquor. “Please, Carmen, you don't have to do it. You don't need to pour me a drink request. Go sit, I’ll handle it.” Mom bares her neck in submission and returns to her place beside Dad.
"I'm sorry, Alpha," Mother muttered, and returned to her seat beside Father. Alpha took over the liquor cart and swiftly arranged glasses of an amber liquid for everyone but me. I was handed a can of Coke like a little child. I stared at the can in my hand and wondered if I should put the can back in the cart and take a beer to rile things up. I'm eighteen years old, am I not? My parents had to stop viewing me as their child and the Alpha as if I was a helpless girl—the reason why I needed to go away and find my place in the world. I'm tired of people making choices for me. Just then, Blondie interrupts my train of thoughts, "Is something wrong? Would you like me to fetch you something else to drink?" He asked with concern registered on his face. Is this guy for real?
I opened my mouth to politely say it was none of his business when Alpha stepped closer to us and clasped a firm grip on Blondie's shoulders, "Before addressing the matter of why the Dawson family is here, I want to introduce you to our new Beta, Jack Benson, an old friend, and a recent Westling Academy graduate. He accepted the post two days ago. Jack's formal induction to the pack will be held in a ceremony on the next full moon." Alpha Atticus said with profound happiness. His chest welled with inhaled air, followed by a gratifying exhale.
I looked at my parents and the two friends, and my only thought was, Are you fucking kidding me? I can't believe Blondie is the new Beta of Greenway Pack. Thanks to the heavens, I will be out of here when he takes full charge of the post. I remembered him now; he made that prank about daring me to kiss him and then spanked my ass. He ruined my surprise for the Luna that day and put me in a lot of trouble with Mother. I hate him.
"So, tell me, Dawson, how can I help you?” Alpha Atticus proceeded.
Dad explains, "Alpha, our Ashley wants to move to my former pack. While visiting her uncles, she will stay with her cousins in the North."Alpha's gaze fell on me, "I see. Ashley, what do you have to say on your behalf?"
I swallowed the invisible gulp in my throat, releasing the air I held to answer, "I want to attend a culinary arts institute near Crescent Moon Pack. They have a new program with renowned chefs, and I want to learn from them and gain experience." There. I aired my actual plan. Father looked at me apologetically. Then Mom interjected, "But she is our only daughter, and she recently turned 18. She has never been out of the pack lands alone before. We worry for her safety." Mom looks at me with sad eyes. Her sentimentalism does not help my cause, “Alpha, we come for your authorization, but I fear that something might happen if she travels alone."
I spit out my soda when I heard her talk about me as if I were a child and not a grown woman. How humiliating. "Are you okay, Ash?" Father was quickly beside me, giving me a pad on my back.
"Yes, yes, went the wrong pipe," I coughed.
Jack handed me his handkerchief, “Here, take this. It happens to us all. You seem to need more practice swallowing fluids, that's all.” He mocked. If my face was pink from embarrassment earlier, it now turned redbeat.
A handkerchief, like the complete gentleman he isn't.
Tara's voice filtered in my mind, "If people keep worrying about us, You can kiss ouronly chance of a life of independence goodbye."
Mom and I have a very close relationship, and I know she will miss me terribly, but I must act quickly, or I won't see my plans unfold. Taking her hands into mine, reassuring her, "Momma, I won't leave forever. There's nothing to be afraid of. I'm old enough to fend for myself, and you and Dad will leave me at the train station." I employ the sweetest, most calm voice I can convey while my heart is in turmoil. Thanks to my wolf, the people in the room can't detect the rise of palpitations.
"Would you authorize her departure, Alpha?" Dad asks.
I looked between the pensive Alpha and my parents, ignoring the Beta, waiting for the final decision. For a moment, I thought he would not say anything, but then Alpha had to consult his friend: "What do you think of all this, Jack?" Now I get it. Jack is at this meeting to discuss whether I should move to the Crescent Moon Pack? This is unbelievable.
With my eyes still cast on the floor, I was surprised to discover Jack vouching for me, "I think she is ready to see the world. She is a werewolf, and I've learned she has had basic defense training from her dossier. I don't see why she has to hold off on her plans to move out for another year. Besides, she can always come for a visit during holidays."
"My thoughts exactly, Jack." Alpha concluded, "I think life is too short, and she should live it to the fullest." Alpha stretched his hand to me, "Ashley, life outside this pack awaits you. Go, explore the world, learn new things, and discover what you can do. I will gladly welcome you back when you are ready. I, Alpha Atticus of Greenway Pack, authorize Ashley Dawson-Perez to move out of this back for as long as she is ready to return."
A whoosh of air ran through me, and I felt a disconnection. The teether that bound me to Greenway was numb. I was free from the mindlink but not rejected from the pack.
"Oh, no, Ashley, what did you just do?" Mom sobbed.
"There is nothing to be afraid of, Carmen. I did it to allow Ashely to be receptive to a new teether when she arrives in the North." Alpha Atticus tried to comfort Mom.
I recomposed myself, "Mom, I'll live with my cousins. You don't have to worry. You have taught me well, Mother, and I'll look for a job at a bakery to earn my own money. I don't want to be a burden."
Alpha cleared his throat, "About that. I'll talk to Alpha Rick to help you with enrollment procedures and find your residence inside the pack territory. You are still under my guardianship, Ashley; I will grant you a stipend for tuition."
"Alpha, that was a very kind gesture, but I couldn't pay you back. Are you sure about this? If so, I promise to return every penny spent for my daughter's education." Dad shook Alpha Atticus's hand to seal the deal.
"Noneses, Dawson. You have done great for this pack. This is a token of my appreciation. Besides, we had a surplus this year, so it's better to put it to good use." Alpha grabbed my father's hand in a firm handshake.
I gasped in astonishment. I had been hoping to be allowed to move out of the pack, and now I had most of my expenses covered. "Alpha, I don't know what to say. Thank you." I was so happy I could have hugged my Alpha, but a low growl reverberated in the room.
JackI remained silent after my comment in favor of Ashley moving to another pack to study and be with family. That girl has been sheltered her entire life, I get the notion she wants to lose a little. The least I could do is help her after being and asshole to her years ago. I can't forget the prank I played on her when she was just a teenager, and, second, II won't forget she owes me a kiss that still need to collect somehow. Ashley is having a conversation with Alpha Atticus, but she must think I'm bored because I keep my eyes trained outside the window and not looking at them. If only she knew I'm sporting a semi-erection right now. She makes my wolf stir inside me, awakening a desire I have not felt in a long time. Seen her again, her turgent tits and pronounced hips, a full-grown woman now, I can only imagine her bent over for my pleasure, while I hold on to her from behind, thrusting my cock into her tight channel and making her scream my name—very inappropriate, Beta. I sc
Ashley I’m tired and want to go back home to finish packing, but my parents are still outside the parking lot of the packing house. The sun beams are coming down, " I’m hungry. Could we just go home now?” I whined, ecoying the voice of my wolf Genie, she is teh impatient one. I guess I could let her come forward and run home, but that would mean stripping my clothes off in front of my parents and that’s not a picture I want to cherich in the feanow nor ever. “It’s not like I don't want you to move to another pack, sweety, but I think you are too young and inexperienced. I wish I had more time with you before you go,” Mom sobbed.“Come on now, love, let her make her own choices. She will be fine at Crescent Moon; my family is up there and will take care of her. And we always can visit.” Dad hugged his mate in a comforting manner. If there was someone who knew how to handle my mother, it was him; with a peck on her lips, she calmed down. “Thank you, Mr. Dawson; you always know what to
JackFrom the moment I saw the Dawsons outside the house, I knew something was not right. Something definitely wrong must be happening, so Mrs. Dawson, Carmen, was sobbing, and Ashley seemed unsettled. Seeing her in that state, my wolf became upset, and I had to intervene.“Is something wrong?” He asked once he spotted us all outside. “No, Beta, my mate and I were just leaving. Thank you for everything.” I descended the stairs to join the group and cleared my throat, “I’m never busy when it comes to the people of the pack. As the new second in command, I urge you to confide in me about the matter.”Mr. Dawson looks nervous; his answer does not convince me, so I let my Beta aura radiate, coming out in waves. Abraham Dawson gave me no choice but to force my command, making him comply, his body trembling from the aftershock. I would have preferred it if he had been sincere with me and told me from the beginning what was happening. Unlike the public notion, I don’t like pressing people fo
AshleyMy parents couldn’t be more elated about their only daughter having VIP treatment from none other than the Pack’s Beta. Not me. We are furious. This is not what me and the girls had planned. We wanted freedom to be able ro go on a train to England by myself, meet people like us, and discover new places. There is so much I will miss on this trip; it's like I’ve been punched in the gut. My parents and I finished dinner, and I’m making the dishes when I’m pouring the soap in the dishwater, mom squeals beside frightening me and making me jump, “Isn't it fantastic, Ashley? How wonderful the Beta is accompanying you on a private flight to Crescent Moon Pack.” Mom looked like a teenage girl talking about her favorite idol. Whereas I looked like I’d seen a ghost. But she continues babbling, “This certainly is an honor we cannot pass, we are more than fortunate to be this lucky. I’m dying to tell everyone in the kitchen my daughter…”I shut my ears, not wanting to hear her anymore. A s
JackAre you being serious right now? Threatening me with punishment, Beta Jack? This girl amazes me. Others in her place would be dying to have my attention, but Ashley has proved more difficult to persuade with my charms.And do you prefer arguing with me over the mindlink rather than answering the phone to talk like a normal person?She growled in annoyance. Only that for me, this back and forth with her is amusing as fuck. But abusing the minlink to have a long conversation can lead to a headache, and I don’t intend to have one tonight. A few minutes have passed since she did not answer, and I mindlink her again. I will call you, and I expect you to answer me.I did not wait for a reply, instead, I called her immediately, and after the longest minute of my life, the call was sent to her voicemail:(Beep)“Hi! This is Ash. I can’t answer right now, please don’t leave a message, I never listened them. Have a nice day.” Her cheerful, recorded voice only exacerbates my anger. I
JackSomething is definitely not right. I get the notion that the Dawsons are hiding something about Ashley they don’t want to disclose, not even to the Alpha, which is my concern because I’m his Beta and pack manager. What if she carries some kind of disease or turns violent in public? This is a matter of pack security, which is why I left her house with many questions that needed answers. Even my wolf Zeus is agitated and pacing in my head. It was an odd experience. One moment, we were alone talking, and then her voice changed, and her eyes glazed like she was mind-linking with someone. I don’t know why, but I got jealous and possessive of Ashle. I approached her and grabbed her chin to make her look at me in the eyes. But nothing, not a reaction from her, and it was the first time I felt worried about her well-being.“Cupcake, what’s wrong with you? Are you okay?” I asked concern registered in my voice, seeing Ashley in this catatonic state and not being able to help her. I mind-l
JackI close my laptop as Crissia rounds my desk and settles herself between my legs, opening them apart to straddle me. I roamed her body, eating her up with my eyes. She is a beauty in high heels, well aware of how sexy she looks in that velvet red short dress that hugs her curves. Her wavy, long blonde hair is cascading over her shoulders, barely concealing her firm tits that are popping out from the deep V-neck cleavage. Fuck me. Help me, goddess, for I am about to sin. I smack my tongue and bite the corner of my lip. Grabbing her by the waist to hold her in place, “Crissia, I’m flattered, but I don’t think it is appropriate for us to..”She immediately puts a finger over my lips, shutting me up. “Ohh, come on, Beta, just a tiny peck on the lips for good omens.” Crissia rearranged herself on my lap and circled her arms around my neck, pulling herself closer to me and pressing her breasts to my chest. Our mouths are hovering close to one another, inches from touching. With her gaz
JackI sprinted out of bed and headed to the shower, making it quick to start dressing. I come out still wet, with water droplets running down my damped hair and shoulders and a big white towel around my waist. I open the drawers, picking out a pair of black boxers and khaki cargo pants. Without looking at the woman who is completely naked in my bed, “It’s nine in the morning. You should go; I’m running late to catch a flight.” My tone of voice is flat, devoid of all emotions. She arched her brow. “Good morning to you too, Jack-ass. We just spent the night together. You could at least be nice to me.”Ignoring her comment, I moved to the closet and chose a gray T-shirt. Grabbing a hoodie and a pair of shorts from a clean bin, I tossed them to her in the bed. “Put these on; at least, you’ll leave the house decently dressed, " she scoffs. And you think people don't know what we did last night? We weren't that quiet. I remember you making me scream your name." She lets out an irritating
JackAfter telling Crissia to fuck off I almost lost it when Atticus confirmed to me Ashley went ahead with the warriors. How dare she go without me. It was like watching a sandcastle crumble and be washed away by the waves, and the worst part is that you can’t do anything about it to stop it. I took care of every fucking detail of this trip to London so that I could spend time alone with her and now the fucking Antoine oversees delivering my Cupcake to Crescent Moon Pack. But what am I thinking? I don’t recognize myself anymore, this possessiveness over Ashley has taken me by surprise, but not my wolf Ares; he already stood a claim on her. This has never happened to me before. Yet I’m beginning to suspect it’s more of an infatuation with this girl since I laid eyes on her all these years ago. I believe she’s always been in my mind like a constant reminder that I have failed to conquer something. But all is not ruined. My mind is working on formulating a second plan when suddenly I
AshleyI’m dumbstruck- How could I be so stupid thinking Jack liked me? I must get through my thick skull. Nobody would ever want to have an unstable partner with a split conscience that comes and goes as I do. We are not girlfriend material. One of the wolves whispers.Snap out of Ashley, suck it up, and put your big pants on. It’s not the end of the world. You have plans for the future, stick to them. The other one responded. It is not always the girls who are in sync, and for the first time, I listened to the voices in my head.Before storming out of the pack house, the Alpha saw me leaving and asked what had happened. I kept it short and told him the Beta wasn’t available. To my surprise, his stoic face contorted in a smile before calling the convoy members to brief them that they were in charge of delivering me to London and should report to him instead of the Beta.With the Alpha’s permission to travel, I immediately drove back home and told my parents I was leaving without Be
AshleyI have a huge headache. My head has been pounding from the moment I woke up in my bed. That only meant one thing: I spaced out again, and my parents had to take me to my room. I remember talking with Beta Jack about the trip, and the next thing I knew, my mind went blank. I don’t remember anything after that other than waiting up surrounded by my seven fluffy pillows and comfy duvet.I’m scared the blackouts are happening more frequently now, that’s why I need to go away from Greenway Pack, I’mafraid of this thing taking over me completely and transforming me into someone I’m not. Then, again, I don’t remember who I am anymore. The girls are influencing my behavior and that is not right, I’m the one who is supposed to have them under check and they usually don’t battle to come out simultaneously but the new Beta, uff, he is insufferable. Not only did he meddle with my transfer to Crescent Moon Pack, but he also made the transportation arrangements. I had planned for my parents
Jack With the thought of Ashley fresh in my mind, and my wolf pacing impatiently in my head, I stride over to where Alpha is seated. I scan the room and notice people’s eyes on me and Crissia as we walk into the dining room. Some faces with approval and others with disgust. I wonder why the disapproving stares, they don't know me yet and Crissia is part of this community. Unless they know something I don’t.All the wolves chatting with the Alpha cleared the table, except Delta Derek. He was acting as second-in-command until I was appointed Beta. ”Atticus.” He arched a brow, “I mean, Alpha Atticus” I corrected myself; I started a conversation through the mind-link, I was afraid if I verbalized what I wanted to say, he could take it as an act of insubordination.-Dude, why the hell didn’t you wake me up? Can’t reach Austin to stall the plane.-First things first, apparently, you had a good fucking time last night if you dare to show your face with Crissia. Though I’m not sure if I sh
JackI sprinted out of bed and headed to the shower, making it quick to start dressing. I come out still wet, with water droplets running down my damped hair and shoulders and a big white towel around my waist. I open the drawers, picking out a pair of black boxers and khaki cargo pants. Without looking at the woman who is completely naked in my bed, “It’s nine in the morning. You should go; I’m running late to catch a flight.” My tone of voice is flat, devoid of all emotions. She arched her brow. “Good morning to you too, Jack-ass. We just spent the night together. You could at least be nice to me.”Ignoring her comment, I moved to the closet and chose a gray T-shirt. Grabbing a hoodie and a pair of shorts from a clean bin, I tossed them to her in the bed. “Put these on; at least, you’ll leave the house decently dressed, " she scoffs. And you think people don't know what we did last night? We weren't that quiet. I remember you making me scream your name." She lets out an irritating
JackI close my laptop as Crissia rounds my desk and settles herself between my legs, opening them apart to straddle me. I roamed her body, eating her up with my eyes. She is a beauty in high heels, well aware of how sexy she looks in that velvet red short dress that hugs her curves. Her wavy, long blonde hair is cascading over her shoulders, barely concealing her firm tits that are popping out from the deep V-neck cleavage. Fuck me. Help me, goddess, for I am about to sin. I smack my tongue and bite the corner of my lip. Grabbing her by the waist to hold her in place, “Crissia, I’m flattered, but I don’t think it is appropriate for us to..”She immediately puts a finger over my lips, shutting me up. “Ohh, come on, Beta, just a tiny peck on the lips for good omens.” Crissia rearranged herself on my lap and circled her arms around my neck, pulling herself closer to me and pressing her breasts to my chest. Our mouths are hovering close to one another, inches from touching. With her gaz
JackSomething is definitely not right. I get the notion that the Dawsons are hiding something about Ashley they don’t want to disclose, not even to the Alpha, which is my concern because I’m his Beta and pack manager. What if she carries some kind of disease or turns violent in public? This is a matter of pack security, which is why I left her house with many questions that needed answers. Even my wolf Zeus is agitated and pacing in my head. It was an odd experience. One moment, we were alone talking, and then her voice changed, and her eyes glazed like she was mind-linking with someone. I don’t know why, but I got jealous and possessive of Ashle. I approached her and grabbed her chin to make her look at me in the eyes. But nothing, not a reaction from her, and it was the first time I felt worried about her well-being.“Cupcake, what’s wrong with you? Are you okay?” I asked concern registered in my voice, seeing Ashley in this catatonic state and not being able to help her. I mind-l
JackAre you being serious right now? Threatening me with punishment, Beta Jack? This girl amazes me. Others in her place would be dying to have my attention, but Ashley has proved more difficult to persuade with my charms.And do you prefer arguing with me over the mindlink rather than answering the phone to talk like a normal person?She growled in annoyance. Only that for me, this back and forth with her is amusing as fuck. But abusing the minlink to have a long conversation can lead to a headache, and I don’t intend to have one tonight. A few minutes have passed since she did not answer, and I mindlink her again. I will call you, and I expect you to answer me.I did not wait for a reply, instead, I called her immediately, and after the longest minute of my life, the call was sent to her voicemail:(Beep)“Hi! This is Ash. I can’t answer right now, please don’t leave a message, I never listened them. Have a nice day.” Her cheerful, recorded voice only exacerbates my anger. I
AshleyMy parents couldn’t be more elated about their only daughter having VIP treatment from none other than the Pack’s Beta. Not me. We are furious. This is not what me and the girls had planned. We wanted freedom to be able ro go on a train to England by myself, meet people like us, and discover new places. There is so much I will miss on this trip; it's like I’ve been punched in the gut. My parents and I finished dinner, and I’m making the dishes when I’m pouring the soap in the dishwater, mom squeals beside frightening me and making me jump, “Isn't it fantastic, Ashley? How wonderful the Beta is accompanying you on a private flight to Crescent Moon Pack.” Mom looked like a teenage girl talking about her favorite idol. Whereas I looked like I’d seen a ghost. But she continues babbling, “This certainly is an honor we cannot pass, we are more than fortunate to be this lucky. I’m dying to tell everyone in the kitchen my daughter…”I shut my ears, not wanting to hear her anymore. A s