Filed To Story: Their Bullied and Broken Mate by Teri Petry
I didn’t know how to feel honestly, but they were still locked up, and I guess that was going to have to be enough for now. “I understand, but for how long are they going to wait? I know how all three of them work, and they aren’t just going to be like ‘Hi, here I am. Release my people.’ They will find help and attack us before we are even able to conduct any negotiations. Jasper is just like his dad, and doesn’t negotiate. They only take and destroy.” I stated with a little anger in my voice. I was tired of being understanding, and was starting to feel actual fear again.
Let’s Do This
*Kyle POV*
I was so angry after talking to Jasper that I shifted into my wolf, Kenneth. We took off, running back towards Dark Star’s pack house. I wanted to speak to Alpha Callum Star myself. I wasn’t waiting for my uncle to get off his ass and make the necessary arrangements for that to happen. Especially knowing that Blood Moon was carrying out the executions. Jed’s mate and my sister were in that waiting line, and I’ll be damned if I let them die. As I closed in on the pack house, I stopped in the forest and shifted back to my human form.
I found a stash of clothing at the edge of the woods, and threw on a pair of sweatpants that I had found. I started running towards the packhouse steps and was stopped by my uncle. “Kyle, why are you here? You were told to stay in the cabin,” he yelled angrily. “Uncle George, Blood Moon has started carrying out the executions. They have already killed Jasper’s mom, and Lisa was there before her. So was Jed’s mate. I have to speak to Alpha Callum and see if he will help us rescue them. Please, uncle, she can’t die.” I explained.
My emotions were all over the place, but I was determined to keep them under control. In front of those who mattered at least. Reluctantly giving in, my uncle motioned for me to follow him. I don’t know why he was so hesitant, because this was his niece on the line, but at least he was taking me to see the Alpha. He knocked on the alpha’s office door, and we waited for a reply. “Enter,” we heard from the other side. We walked in to see the alpha at his desk staring at documents scattered across his desk. He didn’t seem like he was in a great mood, but I hoped he would listen to what I had to say. “What is it, George? I’m busy trying to decipher this mess,” he asked.
“Yes, Alpha. I am sorry to disturb you, but my nephew, Kyle, has requested to speak with you about an urgent situation.” George replied. The Alpha looked up from his paperwork, and started at me questionably. He couldn’t have been much older than Jed, but looked as if he had the weight of the world on his shoulders. “Kyle, is it? If you are here to speak to me about the turmoil Mystic Shadows has caused with Blood Moon, I have already spoken to Alpha Liam. Apparently, you, your cousin and Alpha Scott’s eldest son are on the run. Let me guess, you want me to help hide you?” He said with annoyance in his voice. “Well, you three are on my territory, in hiding already. Am I correct?” I nodded and waited for him to continue before I spoke. “OK, then tell me how else I can help you? You see, I have no problem rallying against Blood Moon, but it has to be for a good reason. It’s no secret to my higher ranks that I am not a fan of the Alpha twins, but attacking with provocation could be detrimental to my pack. Do you know why the council disbanded Mystic Shadows and are executing everyone who sides with Scott?” He asked me.
Again, I nodded my head and then spoke, “Yes sir, I do. It’s all because of the Alpha twins mate. She is the daughter of Beta David Carter. Her name is Melian, and she has told her mates that our pack and my sister abused her. She may have been bullied a little, but I wouldn’t consider it abuse. Not to the point of being sentenced to death, that is.” He gave a chuckle, and said that there had to be more to it for the Royal Council to step in, and wanted to speak with Jed and Jasper. He ordered my uncle to go get them, and for me to sit. While we waited, Alpha Callum poured two glasses of scotch.
He walked over and handed me the other glass. “Tell me Kyle, this mate of the Alpha twins, why would she make false claims of abuse? From what Liam told me, she was brought to Blood Moon near death from an attack by her dad and brothers. There is proof to back up that claim, so why lie about others?” He asked. “Sir, with all due respect, I have no knowledge of that situation. I know her dad and brothers were strict with her, but as far as actual harsh abuse, I don’t know.” I explained.
He took a swig of his drink and sat it on the table. “I’m going to be reasonable here with you Kyle. Totally transparent. I would love to get my hands on the twins, and take over their pack. It would make Dark Star one of the strongest packs in the world, but if we go in with the intention of rescuing your sister and cousin’s mate, how does that benefit Dark Star?” he asked. His question was valid, but it didn’t stop the aggravation building inside me. My sister was facing death for what? A little bullying? My parents were told she would be released into their custody and they would all be made rogue, but that changed when Lisa apparently admitted to something bad. I’m not sure what she would have said that warranted death, but that was the end result. Before I could answer, uncle George, Jed and Jasper walked in.
Jasper looked like hell, and Jed wasn’t any better. He said that Todd must have faced more torture because of the pain he was feeling. When trying to connect with Lisa, all I felt was despair, so I did my best not to connect all the time. Jasper said he could still feel his bond with his dad, which meant he was also still alive, but for how long? Jed and Jasper explained their situations, and what they knew about the situation with Melian. Even this most recent punishment from her dad and two brothers. One of those brothers is Jed’s mate. Alpha Callum, thought for a moment, trying to take everything in.
He finally stood up and walked over to the windows in his office, and clapped his hands together. “Let’s do it. George, you get everything arranged, and we leave in two hours. Boys, I hope you are strong enough to fight and be a part of this ‘rescue’, because you are going to be a huge part of this. Tonight, Blood Moon will be mine,” he said. The three of us agreed, and left with our uncle. I knew one thing for sure, Scott was bad, but Callum was diabolical.
Strike Up The Band
*Loki POV*
All of our duties for the Royal Council have been carried out, except for three. Unfortunately, those three are on hold until we find their family members that slipped passed the Council. As long as the majority is finished, I can wait for the rest. I desperately need time with my mate, and rest. Liam had already called and spoken with Alpha Callum from Dark Star, and to say that the man was rude and flippant would be the nicest thing mentioned about him.
Even after Liam described the state that Melian was in when she came to Blood Moon, Callum kept his attitude. You would think if someone told you that another pack had crossed the line and took advantage of their pack members by abusing them and treating them like shit would piss you off. As an alpha, we are supposed to protect our pack, and if necessary, members of other packs who are being mistreated. Callum basically said it wasn’t his problem, and we could fuck off. What goes on in our pack doesn’t concern him, and what goes on in his, is none of our business.
After dinner, Mel and I went and sat on the porch swing. We talked about how excited she was to possibly get her casts off tomorrow, and the first thing she wanted to do was shift and go for a run. She felt shafted on her first shift because her broken bones restricted her from running. She was anxious to get out and feel what it felt like to go exploring in her wolf form. She mentioned over and over how much Ruby needed to ‘stretch her legs’ and wanted to do so with Rocko and Zeus. As we were talking, she suddenly stopped. “Loki, when will we do the Luna ceremony? I have already accepted and marked you both, and you both have accepted and marked me. I know things are crazy right now, but I think we should have it. I also think we need to do the welcoming ceremonies for Jason, Rebecca and Jenna. As well as any other Mystic Shadows member who are ready to pledge loyalty to Blood Moon as their new home. Sooner the better,” she stated. It took me off guard, but I wasn’t opposed to it.
I knew we needed to talk to Liam about it, but he wouldn’t object either. To do it now would make sense since Elder Iris was still here. ‘Let’s get it done babe. Liam and I will get everything ready and we will do it tomorrow. Sounds good?” I asked. She nodded her head and leaned in for a kiss. My lips met hers and I deepened the kiss. Her tongue begged for entry and I let her in. Our tongues danced together in perfect unison, and it was the first time that I had felt her emotions through just a kiss. I loved her so much, and she was mine. Liam came out to join us, and sat on the other side of Mel. I informed him about her wishes and he was more than happy to make it happen. We all started to yawn, and decided to head up to our room to get ready for bed. Tomorrow is another long day, and we wanted to make sure she was well rested.
New Book: Returned To Make Them Pay
On her wedding anniversary, Alicia is drugged and stumbles into the wrong room—straight into the arms of the powerful Caden Ward, a man rumored never to touch women. Their night of passion shocks even him, especially when he discovers she’s still a virgin after two years of marriage to Joshua Yates.