Soon as they walked in, the group was already stood waiting for Nero. They wave them over and Nero goes go shift back to his human form behind the house throwing on a pair of trousers and a shirt. Re-joining the Group, he watches Ezra talk to Vida and he has to try his best not to growl at him. He doesn’t want anyone near her. Feeling the anger grow he looks away grabbing his bag. He takes out his talisman hanging it back around his neck.
Vida looks over to Nero as she talks to Ezra, tears threatening to fall.
“I will miss you more than you will ever know.” She mind links Nero and it’s the first time she has used her mate bond to mind link him. He smiles at her lightly but still wary of his surroundings and everyone around him. Gordon and Samuel are leading the group full of chatter as finally Ezra says his goodbyes to Vida.
Walking out of the Village Nero turns one last time, he can feel his heart sink. She is stood there, watching
Clear as a day Nero could remember his Mothers face. Just the day before it all began, he had for the first time been able to feel the baby kick in her Tummy. His father, Aldric, a strong and strict but very proud Alpha who loved him. Sometimes they would visit him in his dream. His Baby sister who he never got to meet was there too. The love he still had for his Family was as strong as ever. “Yes, Alpha. I am the Son of Aldric of the Green Forest Pack. I still remember everything about them and will never forget.” Nero is looking down in his hands. To this day he wonders if he could have done anything to prevent what had happened to his family. He is convinced if it had been a few years later, it would have ended in a different way but at five years old there wasn’t much he could have done besides facing the same fate as his family. The alpha starts to cough and now that Nero looks up at him, he notices he had turned rather white and pale. “Al
“You deserve to be with Vida, even if it means my Pack might not survive. Who am I, to refuse my own Daughter her Mate?“ The Alpha now looks straight at Nero.“Alpha…” Nero tries to weigh in but the Alpha cuts him off.“It is not all. I need speak to you about something that happened just after my Wife passed away…” The Alpha’s voice now heavy with a burden.“I told you how I had lost my Wife when Vida was young. She was trying to bear me another Child, a Son so we had hoped… They Both died that day, the boy never got to take a breath. I held them in my arms for hours. Everything was breaking apart around me, my whole world came crashing down. One moment you’re the luckiest man alive and in the next you got nothing left but a small child depending on you. I went to the Black market hoping to find a potion or some kind of spell to bring t
He searches everywhere in the Village, but nothing. An ice-cold feeling running down his spine… a shiver of dread. Trying his best to connect to her with his mate bond but He is unable to reach her, going out of his mind with worry. All the way here he only had one thing on his mind and it was her. He couldn’t imagine a life without her by his side, how is he meant to find her? Then it dawns on him - the waterfall, maybe she would seek shelter there. Now running down the road he doesn’t spend any attention to his surroundings. He is vulnerable out here, all alone. Right now, nothing really matters to him but Vida. Trees are going past in a blur as he is running towards the waterfall. Again, trying to track her scent, but nothing. He can still feel her connection, He knows she is still alive. She must be somewhere. Pacing up and down near the waterfall he tries to concentrate on the bond he feels to her. When his ears start to twitch, something is not
Just then Silvia Mind links him…“Nero, did you find her? Are you okay? You really need to come Home.”Within moments of each other, Gordon as well as Ezra mind link him asking him to return home fast. This is very unusual. Normally no one asks him to come back like this, when he was out… he was out. Not once in the time he had gone away anyone had asked him to return.“I will carry you back, let me shift and you can hold on to me, then we are faster and I don’t need to run around naked through the woods.” He suggests with a small smile.“Something is happening, isn’t it? I can feel your heart beating faster.” Vida leans into him touching his chest.“It’s nothing, I am sure. Once everyone has settled down, I will be speaking to the Alpha and Ezra about us so we won’t have to hide any longer.” He p
The guilt is weighing him down and He is unsure what to do for the best. He can’t just walk up to his friend who has just lost his Father and take the Girl away he is supposed to be marrying.When He returned, the little Village was quiet and he managed to get to the Alpha house without going past too many people, the ones he did see where not important enough for him to actually stop on his way.Walking into his Room, Silvia had already sorted him the clothes for the Funeral later that day. All he now had to do was to go in a shower and look presentable. Every time he touched Vida’s marks, it was reminding him of the burden he carried on his shoulders and how uncomfortable he felt in his own four walls as it reminded him of Vida and the time they had spend together.Hearing the Bells ring, it took all his strength to walk out there facing everyone, the questioning looks he will receive for being ab
Nero is trying his best not to shake in anger and disappointment but he knows his friend needs him by his side. For years and years Ezra was dependant on him, his strength and guidance. As soon as the Burial is done and over with Nero takes himself back to his room. He feels restricted in his clothes which he only put on to make Silvia happy. He feels the most comfortable when he is free in his Wolf all by himself.As the Sun starts to go down and the day draws to an end, Nero walks back out of the House and Ezra catches up with him.“It’s your turn to stand guard tonight, are you okay with it?” He questions him just as he heads past him. Nero just nods leaving Ezra behind as he walks down the main road towards the Big Gate.He doesn’t mind doing the Night guard, then he can sleep the day away avoiding people, even better for him now so he doesn’t have to make things up why he is so withdrawn from the situation.
For the days to come he has offered Ezra to be taking the night guard. This way he can avoid Vida as much as possible.Just as he drags himself to his room for a well-earned rest, Gordon is leaning against his Door frame.“Hey Boy, how are you coping?” He asks him as Nero tries to get past.Nero can’t just nod and walk away from Gordon; he knows him for far too long so will know something is up if he ignores him on the long run.“I will be okay.” He answers abrupt and short unwilling to let anything slip past his lips. “Just tired.” He adds in a bid to make Gordon understand that he isn’t going to stand around for a long conversation.“When are we going to meet your Mate? It is a bit unusual for a proud wolf like you to hide your mate, I am just curious as it has been a while since I have seen you happy and you are clearly bearing her mark.” Gordon refuses to stand down waiti
He puts his hand on his chin pondering, thinking what to answer him. Obviously, he knows why the sudden change of character but he can hardly tell Ezra about the secret he is keeping so close to his heart.“Maybe give her a few days, I am sure she will come around soon. Don’t forget not only did she lose your Father as Alpha but she recently had to leave her own pack to come and join us here, it’s all been a shock to the system.” Nero answers trying to reassure his friend that everything will be well once everyone settles back after the loss of the Alpha.“It feels like she is fading away under my hands! Do you think there is anything I could do to make her feel any better?” Ezra interrogations Nero hoping to find a lead on how to help her.“I am not sure, maybe give her a bit more time and then take her for a walk or a picnic out away from all the eyes and ears, in the village.” Nero recons.“Ye
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The cold water running down his muscular body offering a relieve, calming his nerves as he starts to feel stressed. He just stands there staring at the wall as his mind is racing. He needs to stop Ezra’s plans to marry Vida. They have always been close, right? So, it should really not be such a big thing. Nero tries to keep his composure, fairly certain he reminds himself that Ezra is now at a state where he thinks Vida is his mate, when in reality she is Nero’s.He wraps a towel around his waist after drying himself walking back into his room when once again Silvia has left him some clothes on the bed to put on. Just this time he doesn’t feel comfortable enough to actually putting them on. He walks over to the dresser picking his own shirt and shorts. “There will be no wedding, no need to put these clothes on at all.” He mutters walking out of the room.Everything is quiet, no one is left in the house. Only when he walks clo
The village is now waking up and the day-to-day noises are starting but this day was unusual, the noises seemed busier than other days. Nero cold tell as he had been here many times before but never has been a morning been as busy and hectic as this. Vida straightens her hair out before they head back towards the Alpha house as Silvia has a heated discussion with one of the Villagers.“Is everything okay?” Nero asks as he approaches them with Vida walking up behind him.“We can’t find Vida; she hasn’t been in her room last night and nothing is going like we had discussed it yesterday with Ezra. It’s a mess Nero!” she almost shouts at him but then her voice drops a little as Vida steps out behind Nero looking at Silvia.“I am sorry Silvia; Vida had asked last night to stand the night guard and I couldn’t find a reason why not to allow her.” Nero apologises as Silvia puts her hands on her hips looking mad
Nero’s shoulders are hanging down with the weight he carries. Gordon looks over to Vida and Nero speaking in a low and calm voice “Guess you are on guard tonight, let’s get everyone ready, my Lady… you should join Silvia and Ezra in the main house.” With that he turns to leave slowly. Nero holds his hand out towards Vida, she places her left hand in his. The sheer love between the two, the little sparks in their eyes as they look at each other. You can feel the admiration she has for him as she looks deep into his eyes. “Gordon is right Vida, you should leave. I will make sure you are safe.” Nero pulls her closer as he holds on tight to her hand. “I will see you in the morning.” He says in a whisper close to her ear as he places a warm kiss on her cheek. “I don’t want to leave you. Let me stay here with you, I can help, I am sure.” She tries to plead with him. “I don’t think it’s the best idea to have you here. I would never spend any attention
She starts to tremble as he is holding her close. A few times she is about to say something but then decides to say nothing at all. When she finally murmurs…“I would forgive you anything. I can’t imagine to be with him. I’d rather …” he never let her finish those words before pressing his warm lips on hers. He couldn’t help himself. He had the best intensions to let her go an be there for Ezra and for the Pack but his bond with her is stronger than anything he has ever experienced.“I need to tell you something.” She grabs onto his hand looking at him with a hopeful smile.“Nero, I … we are… “ she can’t find the words when out of a sudden Nero’s expression changes.“We are under attack, every fighter to your positions now.” Gordon’s call through the mind link is urgent and definitely not part of training as there are screams for children and wo
Slipping into his shirt he can hear some footsteps coming closer to his door. He listens out for any other sounds when everything goes quiet. His heart starts to race and he gets this tickling feeling in his stomach. His legs feel like jelly as he puts his hand carefully on the door. He can feel the energy radiating through the door but then it starts to fade away as he hears the footsteps leave again.Insecure and unsure what to do he takes a deep breath. It kind of leaves him gasping for air, wanting more as it sparked a warm feeling inside of him. It was more than that, he didn’t want the feeling to stop. It’s like on a rainy and cold day, when you are yearning for the sun to come out and warm you up. When the sun breaks through the grey clouds and you can see the rays hit right through you, warming you from the core.He murmurs under his breath “ I still need you.” as he freezes for a moment and his expressions darkens. 
He puts his hand on his chin pondering, thinking what to answer him. Obviously, he knows why the sudden change of character but he can hardly tell Ezra about the secret he is keeping so close to his heart.“Maybe give her a few days, I am sure she will come around soon. Don’t forget not only did she lose your Father as Alpha but she recently had to leave her own pack to come and join us here, it’s all been a shock to the system.” Nero answers trying to reassure his friend that everything will be well once everyone settles back after the loss of the Alpha.“It feels like she is fading away under my hands! Do you think there is anything I could do to make her feel any better?” Ezra interrogations Nero hoping to find a lead on how to help her.“I am not sure, maybe give her a bit more time and then take her for a walk or a picnic out away from all the eyes and ears, in the village.” Nero recons.“Ye
For the days to come he has offered Ezra to be taking the night guard. This way he can avoid Vida as much as possible.Just as he drags himself to his room for a well-earned rest, Gordon is leaning against his Door frame.“Hey Boy, how are you coping?” He asks him as Nero tries to get past.Nero can’t just nod and walk away from Gordon; he knows him for far too long so will know something is up if he ignores him on the long run.“I will be okay.” He answers abrupt and short unwilling to let anything slip past his lips. “Just tired.” He adds in a bid to make Gordon understand that he isn’t going to stand around for a long conversation.“When are we going to meet your Mate? It is a bit unusual for a proud wolf like you to hide your mate, I am just curious as it has been a while since I have seen you happy and you are clearly bearing her mark.” Gordon refuses to stand down waiti
Nero is trying his best not to shake in anger and disappointment but he knows his friend needs him by his side. For years and years Ezra was dependant on him, his strength and guidance. As soon as the Burial is done and over with Nero takes himself back to his room. He feels restricted in his clothes which he only put on to make Silvia happy. He feels the most comfortable when he is free in his Wolf all by himself.As the Sun starts to go down and the day draws to an end, Nero walks back out of the House and Ezra catches up with him.“It’s your turn to stand guard tonight, are you okay with it?” He questions him just as he heads past him. Nero just nods leaving Ezra behind as he walks down the main road towards the Big Gate.He doesn’t mind doing the Night guard, then he can sleep the day away avoiding people, even better for him now so he doesn’t have to make things up why he is so withdrawn from the situation.