C4 4

Alpha Zachary

The room was quiet except for the soft rustling of leaves outside. She gently tucked a loose strand of her smooth, blonde hair behind her small ear. I watched her, surprised to find myself spellbound by her radiance. I was lost in this trance until she softly coughed, her voice barely a whisper, "Alpha, I didn't find anything to wear except this shirt. Is that okay?"

Shocked, I quickly closed my mouth, realizing I had been staring. I moved closer, her face blindingly radiant, her eyes reflecting a sunrise over a calm sea. Suddenly I felt like a poet, my toughness replaced by a need to describe her beauty.

Her face drew me in like a magnet, enchanting me so much that I didn't even glance at her half-naked body, covered only by a large shirt. I softly touched her cheek, asking, "How can you be this beautiful? Have you been hiding? Your skin is smooth, and your eyes…”

"My eyes are ugly," she interrupted, her voice sad.

Quickly, I reassured her, lifting her chin with my finger while smiling, "No, your eyes are beautiful. You seem familiar, like we’ve known each other a long time. Can you tell me more about yourself?”

Her attractiveness was overwhelming, making me forget my role as the Alpha. It was like being in a dream I didn't want to end.

Seeing her smile back, her cheeks blushing, only intensified my attraction. She introduced herself as Jenny, choosing to keep her past to herself. She mentioned that she ran away from home and wanted a fresh start.

Understanding, I asked, "So, what's your plan?"

She seemed lost in thought, "I want to find my bear father and move with him. I'll probably stay here just for the night. I plan to leave the pack in the morning."

"No!" I reacted, instantly regretting my possessive tone. The thought of her leaving filled me with dread.

Startled, she stammered, "W-Why? You're not going to lock me up here, are you?"

The truth was, I wanted her to stay, for no clear reason. It was a strange feeling for an Alpha like me.

Trying to hide my unease with a chuckle, I offered, "Why leave? I can take care of you. As the Alpha, it’s my job to protect you. You can stay here. I’ll provide everything you need."

She hesitated, losing herself in thought. "But—"

"I understand," I said, leaning closer, captivated by her soft pink lips. I snapped back to reality, "Okay, but I need a job. I don't want to be a burden," she decided.

Fearing she might leave, I invited her to sit and proposed a solution, "Sit down; let's talk. You can stay here and look after the lake house while I'm away. I'll find you a job when I return. How's that?"

She agreed gently, her soft laugh sounding like music, "Yes, thank you. So, what shall we talk about?"

An instinct inside me, possibly my inner wolf, urged me to take a good look at her. As I focused on her bare legs, I felt a desire grow within me. Sheepishly clearing my throat, I blurted out, "Are you a virgin? I mean—"

Embarrassed, I quickly covered my face, my insides in turmoil. I hastily changed the subject, "Would you like a drink? Tea, juice, or beer, perhaps?"

I felt like a teenager, my actions contradicting my 22 years of life and my position as an Alpha. As a pack leader, I was supposed to be calm and strong. But in front of this girl, I was attracted to her in a way that felt like teenage infatuation. This confused me because my Luna, my destined mate, was around. But this girl, Jenny, stirred a very powerful passion within me.

"Jenny! I think you should sleep now," I said, my voice sterner than I intended, contrasting with the softness I felt for her.

Confused, she stood up and walked towards me. It was hard not to grab her, press her against the wall, and kiss her intensely. I held back my urges and wished she would go back to her room.

Instead, she moved closer, making it even harder for me to maintain control. This was not like me. I was known for my power and composure but with Jenny, I was a mess, a whirlwind of conflicting emotions and thoughts.

'I already have a mate,' I reminded myself, repeating the words like a holy prayer, eyes shut tight, until her light touch on my back broke through my resolve.

"I’m still a virgin," she announced suddenly.

Surprised, I was about to respond when she was already at her room's door. But before she could close it, I was inside. The strange pull towards her was irresistible.

Her distinct, appealing scent was everywhere, filling my senses, making me feel like I was in a different world made just for Jenny and me. I struggled for air, trying to stay calm as the moonlight through the window played on her eyes. Then she expressed her situation, "It's a full moon! I'm turning eighteen. I should meet my mate tonight."

At that moment, we both howled! The realization threw me for a loop; could an Alpha like me have two mates? I was disoriented, overwhelmed by my hidden desires for her, a powerful need that led me to push her onto the bed and smell her fervently.

I struggled to control the growls of my inner wolf, even more so when she gasped, "Could we be mates?!"