Chapter Twenty: Mate or weakness?

Alpha Kael’s POV.

I paced back and forth in my private chambers, my mind racing with thoughts of the Council's challenge and the weight of my responsibilities as Alpha. It had been two days since I accepted the deal, and the stress was already taking its toll on me.

The rain did not help, as it only gave rise to my hormones and I could see the slight bulge in my pants. It’s been a while since I had a lady in my room, I have been too occupied with pack politics, and I forgot I needed to let go of some steam sometimes.

Just as I was starting to feel like I was going to lose my mind, there was a knock at the door. "Enter," I growled, not bothering to turn around. I already knew who it was, I had called for her.

The door opened, and Akira slipped inside. My eyes locked onto hers, and a smirk spread across my face. I needed her tonight.

"Akira," I said, my voice low and husky. "I need you."

I was surprised by how blunt and straightforward I was, but what even surprised me more was he