CHLOE POV
I sniffle as my tears fall down my face. I look up at the sky to try and pinpoint what time it is because my phone died hours ago, but clouds block my line of sight.
I wish I could ride the train to Outcast, but I can't. Since I shift tonight for the first time, I can't be on the train with others. Only after I shift can I ride the train. Which means tomorrow I can hitch a ride. But by then, I will probably be in the next pack over. Which that's okay as long as I don't leave the train station.
I wipe my cheeks for the thousandth time and sign.
"This is as good a spot as any," I mutter as I decide to stop for the night.
I move away from the train tracks I have been following for miles and sit down against a big tree.
I take a deep breath and lean my head back. I need to relax before my s
CHLOE POVChloe- I think I got the hang of this.I proudly say as I run through the same stretch of trees I've been practicing in since falling on my face.Wolf- I think so too...it's getting late, Chloe. Find a pondChloe- And how should I just find a pond? You forget I'm new to all this.Wolf- getting cheeky, are weI smile in my mind at our easy banter. I think I like my wolf. She is funny but at the same time mature. She isn't childish with her humor, which is something I can definitely appreciate.Wolf- okay, well, close our eyes and try to close our ears. Focus your attention on our nose and breathe in. Learn the scents around us. Sniff the grass and the trees. Smell the soil. Log away the smells and keep moving until you smell water....then head in its direction. The water will smell like rain. You know what rain sm
CHLOE POV "The train to Outcast arrives at 9 AM," the wolf behind the glass says as she gives me a small, understanding smile. Her eyes sweep over my appearance discreetly, and I realize I must look like every other rejected wolf that passes through this station. I definitely smell like a depressed mess. "Thank you, is there a place I can clean up," I ask quietly, and she nods. "The bathrooms each have a shower. The door is locked for safety reasons, but let me get the key for you," she explains before slowly standing up. As she stands, her protruding stomach becomes visible, and I smile at the apparent pregnancy belly. "Congratulations," I say as she opens a draw a few feet behind her desk. "Thank you. This will be my third. I am almost done; six more wee
LOGAN POVLogan- Dad.I link out for the first time, and his eyes meet mine. Since he isn't in wolf form, he can't respond back, but he can hear me, and that's all I need.Logan- I'm sorry. I'm sorry for it all. I was trying to be extra cool and act stronger than what I am. Mom said strong Alphas act tough and don't show compassion for weak members...I can't believe I listened to her, dad. I don't know why I chose fake popularity over actually studying to be a great Alpha. I'm sorry if I ever disappointed you. I didn't like who I was...I enjoyed the attention from all the girls, but I felt stupid. I promise to do better. I will train and read every book you placed in my office. I will find the perfect balance between physical and mental strength...and I will never undervalue a single member of my pack again. Mr. Malone was right, and omegas are strong. You are one of the best Alphas in history, dad. I will
CHLOE POV Haven goes silent as our eyes take in Outcast for the first time. My gasp gets caught in my throat as my mind explodes. I have never seen anything more beautiful or more terrifying in my entire life. The design of the train tracks gives us an almost aerial view of the massive city positioned in between a few mountains, and it's scary how different it looks from home.The buildings within the city's center are taller than anything I could ever imagine a wolf building. Wolves love the Earth. We don't enjoy heights, but the wolves who built this place ignored that basic instinct. They built buildings so high they merged with the sky. "Wow," I whisper, and the sweet couple chuckle at me. "We both said the same thing when we arrived. It's unlike any other place in the world," the male wolf says, and I nod while not taking
LOGAN POV "Logan, it's been a week. Stop moping, man. You are pushing away all the babes," Gavin whines for the thousandth time, and I snarl. He jumps back as I slam the book I've been trying to read down on the lunch table. "I don't care about any female other than my mate, Gavin. If you haven't noticed, I am currently studying. If you were smart, you would be following my lead," I snap, and his cheeks tint as our other friends snicker at him. "What crawled up your butt and died, Logan," he snaps in a low voice that makes Lazarus growls. "I grew up! I realized pretending to care about my popularity was stupid. I realized lying to YOU, and everyone else about sleeping around was wrong. I learned that I want to be an Alpha that leads his people to prosperity. I will not be my mother's puppet
CHLOE POV "Chloe, protect your face. Your hands should be up," the older female roars before she punches me right in the cheek. I stagger back, and Haven growls.Haven- Focus Chloe. You usually are better than this I huff as I try to push my emotions from my mind and focus on my boxing class. But no matter how hard I try, I can't do it. I can't stop thinking about the upcoming hunt and whether or not Logan will be here looking for his new mate. "Come on, Chloe. Last week you owned this class," Karina cheers from the sidelines as I block a left. I close my eyes briefly and take a deep breath. I begin to picture my mom's last fight. I recall how fluid her movements were and how she just seemed to know what the wolf would do next. When I reopen my eyes, my thoughts are clear.
LOGAN POV (pg 13) "You son of a bitch," Dad growls as he lunges towards the still-smirking Alpha. Gavin and his dad, Hank, grab my father's arms just in time to stop him from burying his claws in Kincaid's face. "No, Patrick! You know the law. Stop," Hank says as he and Gavin struggle to hold my father back. Hank turns his attention towards Alpha Kincaid and reigns in his emotions completely before speaking. "It would be best if you left Alpha Kincaid. Why doesn't Logan escort you," Hank grunts as dad wrestles against him and Gavin furiously? "Fine, but I still expect an answer," Kincaid snaps, and Dad roars. The muscles in my father's face shift back and forth as he fights against his wolf. Lazarus growls again, and I realize it's time f
LOGAN POV "We understand you have his verbal confession. But considering the crime and the other party accused in the plot, your best friend, your son, and your best friend's son are not creditable witnesses, Alpha Patrick. Their ties to you are too close. We need another witness," the eldest Alpha repeats, and my father growls. "As it stands, Alpha Kincaid can only be charged with breaking the visiting Alpha Law. That's a max of six months in the accusing pack's prison," another Alpha says, and my anger boils over."What if there was another witness. What if my mother and the daughter of Hannah Patterson testified to the events of that day," I ask, breaking protocol and interrupting the hearing that has been going in circles for over an hour. "That would be sufficient evidence. How quickly can the two parties testify," the quiet Alpha asks, igno
GAVIN POV "Why am I so nervous," Shannon asks in a whisper as we climb the stairs to Logan's new office. I squeeze her hand and smile. "I'm not sure. What's running through that pretty head of yours," I ask, and she stops walking. I turn towards her, and my eyebrows pull together at the sight of her obvious discomfort. I knew she seemed tense when we arrived, but I just thought she was adjusting back to being here. Outcast and Thurman are extremely different. I didn't know there was something actually bothering her. "What's wrong," I whisper, and she bites her lip. She looks around to make sure we are utterly alone, and I step in closer to her. The need to provide protection overcomes me, and I, too, glance around us. "Love," I ask again when she remains silent, and S
GAVIN POV "I haven't told anyone we are mates yet...Have you," I ask as I zip up my bag I hardly had to use. Shannon shakes her head before giving me a small smile. "I haven't really had time to. You stole me yesterday morning, and I haven't left your sight since except to pee," Shannon replies, and a smile explodes across my face as I think over the past 24 hours. Indeed, I have basically held her captive. But we did stop by her room when we got back to town this morning. So she does have her cellphone now. She easily could have replied to messages. But I guess I haven't really given her a moment to herself. I have been glued to her side. "I'm not even sorry," I say, and she laughs. As she laughs, I drop my bag next to the front door. When I turn back towards my mate, her eyes sparkle
GAVIN POV RATED R I...I accept you, Gavin. Make me yours," Shannon whispers, and my heart feels as if it will explode out of my chest. I kiss her puffy lips while giving her breast a nice squeeze. Shannon moans, and my lust spikes again. I can't believe she thought some faint white lines across her stomach would blind me to how exquisite her body is. She is literally perfect, from her blond hair down to the green nail polish on her toes. I love everything about her. I love her hips and her slim waist. I love her medium-sized boobs. I love her thick but toned thighs. I love her shorter stature and creamy skin. I give her breast one last squeeze before I let my fingers travel downward. She breaks away from my kiss to pant and moans softly. So I move to her neck. I slide my tongue along the side I intend to mark and Sh
GAVIN POV rated R My tongue rolls out of my mouth happily as I spot a pair of shorts folded right outside the cabin door. Shannon must have found some communal clothes that are kept in the cabin.Gavin- The people here have really thought of everything.Bud- Yeah. .but I say we go in natural. Our mate mentioned mating. We should show her that we agree. Show her we want her too. We should leave no question in her mind that tonight is the night. Bud's excited suggestion stops me dead in my tracks. Images of Shannon slapping me across the face immediately fill my mind.Gavin- That's not happening.Bud- Why? She brought it up.Gavin- No, I mean...the mating that might happen. But going inside the cabin naked, that isn't happening.Bud- Why? If the mating does happen, we have to take
GAVIN POV This is amazing. I have never felt this free. Everything is enhanced. The sounds, the smells, everything. Why doesn't everyone just stay in this form? I could live like this forever. I grin internally as we whip past a few trees. The terrain here is nothing like it is at home, but I could see the appeal. The mountains protect Outcast on almost all sides. The grovel-like soil isn't all that fun to run on, but the view makes up for it. All in all, it is a safe and beautiful location.Shannon- We have run a long way. I think we are higher up than the apartments. Shannon's voice sounds soft as it cuts into my head. I turn my head to look at her to find her already looking at me. I slow to a walk, and she copies me. I take a couple of deep breathes so my nose can fill itself with her sweet strawberry scent.Gavin- Do you wan
GAVIN POV I smile as I look around at the calm surroundings. This is a nice place to meet our wolves for the first time. It has healthy-looking grass, and the earth isn't covered with concrete. It's probably the least modern area in all of Outcast. "Pretty. Right," Shannon asks, and my eyes slide off of the tranquil scenery. I give her a crooked smile before shrugging. "It's nice," I answer before closing the small distance between us. I haven't been able to go five minutes without touching her all day. I can't believe I found her on the first day. "Nice? Well, I happen to love it here. It's the only spot in the city where we can connect to nature," Shannon says as I wrap my arm around her waist. I kiss her forehead softly before looking down at he
GAVIN POV "I never wanted to return to Thurman pack. I was expecting to be mated to someone from somewhere else," Shannon admits as we enter my apartment. I toss the key card on the counter while watching her hips sway. I follow behind her like she is my own personal sun. The thought of her being mated to anyone but me is absurd. She is mine, but the fact she mentioned the pack is curious. "What's wrong with pack Thurman," I ask, and she turns around to find me only an inch away. I slide my finger along her jaw, and she lips her pink lips. Her cheeks flush a little, and her eyes stare into mine. I can spot every emotion she has, and it amazes me. It amazes me because everything I see shining back at me mirrors what's in my own heart. "Umm...I...Can you stop doing that? I can't think," Shannon whispers
GAVIN POV Have you ever stared in a mirror and questioned every single one of your features? Have you ever noticed every pore and imperfect line that makes up your face?Well, I can now say I have. I used to think I was a relatively confident person. I would even go as far as to say I considered myself to be good-looking. That is until this morning when I spent an hour evaluating everything that makes me who I am on the outside. I am on the tall side since the average male is 5'11"-6'3", and I'm 6'3. So I have that going for me. I'm not as tall as Logan is nowadays, but he never seems to stop growing. And since he shifted, he has grown even taller. But I am a good height. I have a muscular physique, but that is common amongst beta and Alpha bloodlines, even before obtaining a wolf, our heritage shows. I do have extra muscle from all the training I do with Logan. So I'm on the beefier side, which most females tend to li
GAVIN POV "I thought you were going to head for Outcast tonight if your mate wasn't in the pack," Dad says as he comes into my room and sits on my bed like he owns the place. I glare at him before looking back down at my wood carving. "I'm going to head out tomorrow," I mumble before scraping my knife across the rough surface of my failed squirrel. Dad makes a sound in his throat but doesn't say anything. He glances around at my room and then sighs. "You know your mom wasn't born in the pack. I had to go to Outcast to find her. You could always come to me for advice," Dad says when his eyes land back on me. I completely forgot that my mom was not born Thurman. She and Dad met at Outcast during a typical hunt. "I forgot," I whisper as I stare at my dad