Chapter 37 – Sorry Alpha I Am Wolfless Novel

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“Like hell you will.” I snapped. “I refuse to let my mate live anywhere but here. The rumors that would spread.”

“I don’t care about any damn rumors. I refuse to live with someone who treats me like a third-class citizen. If I am the Luna, if I am your mate and live here with you, then this is just as much my house as it is yours.”

“Whatever.” I yelled. “Why did you throw the party?”

“Because the kids were going to miss Halloween otherwise. I couldn’t let that happen.” Her voice sounded hurt when she spoke.

“What does it matter to you?”

“Kids deserve to have fun and make memories. It’s better when they can make them with their family, but as long as they aren’t made to suffer, to cry, to feel ignored, to think that they’re not as important.” She was lecturing me now. “As long as I was able to make them happy, that was enough for me.”

“But why did it matter to you so much? It was just one Halloween, there will be lots of others for them.”

“You don’t know that. I never had a single Halloween growing up. I never went trick-or-treating, I never went to a Halloween party, I never dressed up. I never celebrated at all.” Her words confused me. Why would she not have celebrated? Everyone else in the pack did.

“Why didn’t you?” I asked, perplexed.

“Grandfather never let me associate with anyone in the pack. I literally never met any pack member outside my family until I went to college.”

Her words actually made me sad for a moment, and it made sense why she was so intent on having the party for the kids tonight. This was special for them, but it was special for her too. Noah had told me that their Grandfather had been exceedingly strict with her, but I didn’t know it was that bad.

“Just, clear it with me next time.” I told her, my anger seeping away. “I would have approved of the party. It was for the pack after all. And it would help make the women and children accept you more.”

“You’ve been so against me since the beginning, and you told me to stay away from you unless we were leaving on pack business or having pack meetings, so I didn’t think you would want to hear it.” She told me. She was right, so I had dug my own hole with this one.

“Next time, I will listen if it has to do with the house. I don’t want any more surprises. Send Vincent if you have to.” I told her. “He seems very comfortable plotting with you.”

“He didn’t plot, he just helped where I asked him to.”

“What’s the difference?”

“He didn’t plan anything, he just followed orders.”

“Fine, nitpick.” I grumbled. “I’m leaving, goodnight.” I left the room, this time not running away and not slamming the door but leaving semi-peacefully.

That girl is going to be the death of me, I swear. I need to watch myself. And I need to keep my wolf under control. He’s about to lose his mind.

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Riviana

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It was nearly time for my trip with Joaquin. I was nervous, because I didn’t know how to be alone with him. Just the two of us. I knew he would act like his normal (asshole) Alpha self, and that would make me act like my typical grouchy, sarcastic self. Yeah, this was going to be fun. NOT!

The nerves continued nonstop all week, almost reaching a fever pitch. That is until Vincent asked me on Thursday if I was ready for the trip we were taking.

“You’re going too?” I asked him, confused.

“No one told you?” He asked me, the shock clear on his face.

“No, no one told me anyone was coming with us.”

“It would be best for you to have a guard with you, for when the Alpha is in his meeting or if you wish to explore the area a little.” He spoke so matter-of-factly, like I should have known this. I was so relieved I could have kissed him in that moment.

“I am definitely ready and looking forward to it.” I told him. Now. I added mentally.

I had meant it too. It would be easier to travel with Joaquin if Vincent were with us. I’m very certain Vincent would keep us in check, making it so we didn’t kill each other while trying to spread the joyous news of our mating. I mean, what could possible have gone wrong? No, I’m more than happy with the arrangements now. Thank you, Vincent. I kept saying inside my head all day long.

We were staying overnight apparently, but just one. So, I was packing my bag now. It’s Friday afternoon, and we would be leaving shortly when Joaquin returned from a meeting at the office.

Hmm. I know I am only going for one night, but Aunt Eve always told me to be prepared. Going for one night, pack for two. You never know if you’re going to mess up an outfit or get delayed. You need to have the extra clothes just in case. So, I followed her advice. Best not to chance things now. My luck, I would end up spilling something all over myself.

My bag was packed, and I was waiting in the front hall with Vincent. Joaquin had gotten home a little while ago and we were now just waiting on him. I was nervous, but excited. I knew things were going to be tense and awkward still, but I would still be seeing new people and places.

Noah was taking some much-needed time off with Nikki since he wasn’t needed for the night. It seemed several pack members were all trying to use this trip of ours to wind down since the Alpha was going to be gone.

As the excitement and nerves were both growing, my tension was at its max. I was basically rambling nonstop to Vincent while waiting in the hall when he got a phone call and excused himself. Great, now I’m all alone. I thought to myself. I just hoped he would get back before Joaquin came down. I did not need that kind of pent up frustration for the trip. I wanted to have a good time this weekend.

I got my wish. Vincent came back almost immediately, looking distressed.

“What’s wrong Vincent?” I asked him, worried that something had happened.

“Heather might be going into early labor. She’s not due for another few weeks.” He confessed, still staring at his phone. “Is she alright? Will the baby be alright?” I genuinely cared for Vincent and Heather. They were some of the nicest people I had ever met. I didn’t want anything happening to their baby.

“She is on her way to see the pack hospital now, to have things checked. They want to keep her overnight, just to make sure.” His voice was full of concern for his wife and child. He clearly didn’t know what to do. Werewolf pregnancies only lasted six months, so going into labor nearly a month early could mean that something was very wrong.

Then again it could also mean that they had just been wrong on conception dates, but that was unlikely with modern technology and wolf senses. He clearly wanted to be there with his mate.

“Go Vincent.” I told him.

“But, Luna, what about the-?” He started, but I cut him off.

“Your mate is more important right now. Go, that’s an order.” I told him firmly. He smiled at me gratefully.

“Thank you, Riviana.” He said, hugging me quickly before running out of the house. He forgot his bag. Oh well, he would just have to come back for it later.

“Now, to break the news to a certain someone. I’m sure he’s bound to be grumpy about it.” I groaned as I walked up the stairs. No need to rush, this was going to be painful enough.

When I got to the south wing of the fourth floor, I could tell that Joaquin was not in his room. He was, however, further down the hall in his mother’s room. I was walking toward the door when I heard his voice.

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