Chapter 7

Klaus’s pov

 

She seems wary of me, and I have been trying hard to hold back from startling her too much. But being in such close proximity with her is not making things easy for me. She seems so fragile, and my wolf keeps pushing with the need to shield and protect her.

 

I already had my suspicions that she might be a survivor from the pack that was attacked at the moon dance, but seeing her response confirms it. But it could also be a trap by our enemies, a well-thought-out plan of infiltrating our pack and attacking us from the inside.

 

There was no point in denying that she was indeed my mate. The goddess had to curse me with another mate after I swore to never be mated again. Like punishing me with Yvette wasn't enough; my wolf wouldn't survive another betrayal.

 

Yvette left my wolf and I damaged when she left, and I am not giving any other woman a chance to turn my life upside down. Especially one who looks and smells like trouble.

It would have been better to question her myself, but I still find controlling myself around her difficult. I can't bring myself to force her into giving up information. The idea of seeing her cry keeps tugging at my chest. It's like I turn into a completely different wolf when she is near me.

 

Unfortunately, the mating bond does not respect wishes, as it keeps drawing me to her like ants to food crumbs.

I have been doting and watching over her like a hawk, almost leading to a scuffle with Caleb, who pointed out how strange I have been acting with her.

If I intend to hide what she is to me from her and everyone in the pack, then I need to do better at distancing myself from her.

 

 

There was a knock on the door, and I inwardly cursed at myself for getting caught spending unnecessary time with her.

I have not been treating her like a prisoner or a trespasser and everyone was bound to find out soon enough.

 

For some reason, she has yet to find out that we are mates. And I intend to keep it that way.

 

“I will be right back.” I said to her and walked out to meet an already scowling Caleb and Mark.

 

“Alpha, I'm sorry to disturb you; I just came to check on the patient, and I was surprised to hear your voice.”

 

 

“I also came to check on her; is that a problem?”

 

Mark gave me a look but kept his thoughts to himself.

 

After he brought up Yvette during our conversation yesterday, they have been a little more careful of slipping up around me.

 

“Can I ask what you intend to do with her alpha?” Mark inquired

 

“Have you found out anything about her?” added Caleb

I ran my fingers through my hair in frustration. I should have answers for them, but I don't, and as Alpha, that is not good enough.

“No, just her name. She ended up shaking and in tears as soon as I mentioned telling me about what happened to her.”

 

“I don't know why you have been acting strangely towards her, but she is a prisoner and should be treated as one. Hell, she might be dangerous.

Do you mind if I question her myself? We do need to make sure she is not some sort of spy planted here by any of the eastern packs. You already told me how she came here; we should get the story from her mouth too.” 

 

I can't say no to  Caleb even if I wanted to. It was his duty as my Beta to pick up my slack and make the right decisions when im obviously making the wrong ones. 

 

“Yes, do whatever you think is right, im done here. I won't be staying for the interrogation. I should go get ready for the delegates that will be visiting later today. Report back to me when you are done, and don't use pain. She is fragile.”

 

My wolf didn't like that I was leaving her to Caleb, but I didn't have time to worry about that. My duty as Alpha comes first, and I have no intentions of claiming her.

Not getting attached to her is the best possible choice to make. 

“Hey Klaus!” Mark called out after me. The stupid grin on his face was enough to tell me that whatever he is coming to say is going to annoy me.

“Well out with it; I don't have all day." I barked 

Promise you won't be annoyed with me,” he pleaded, keeping a safe distance from me.

He was seriously starting to get on my nerves. 

“Mark, talk while I'm still being nice.” 

Then he said it.

“Karina will be returning today.”