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"Mommy I want this one!" Aiden cried out angrily as he stomped his small foot on the ground.
I raised my eyebrow at his behavior and placed my hands on my hip.
"Aiden." I warned him as I stared down at him. Aiden continued to glare at me as he held the large package of candies.
"I want it." My son stubbornly demanded.
It was a Saturday and with one glance in the large fridge at home I saw that we were overdue for a shopping trip. After writing up a list with Melinda Aiden and I made the trek into town.
It wasn't often that Aiden would throw a fit, because he is a relatively happy child, but at the moment his true age was showing.
"Aiden I said no." I firmly repeated. The large bag of candy that Aiden held was not only expensive but was also far to much for him.
Aiden scrunched his little face up before sighing dramatically and placing the bag back onto the shelf.
"Thank you baby." I told him as I squatted down next to him. Aiden looked angry and tried to avoid my gaze.
"I'll tell you what." I began, gaining his attention. "If your good for the rest of the trip then I'll buy you an ice cream cone on the way home."
I bribed him. Aiden looked as if he was considering it for a moment before a smile lit up his face and he nodded.
"Okay."
And that was that. I once again grabbed his hand and continued to lead him around the large shop with me.
The town closest to the pack was a small one, with only one large grocery store. Though the town was very close to pack territory it was, surprisingly enough, neutral territory.
I had just finished placing the last thing on the list in the cart when I felt a presence behind me.
Turning around, my eyes widened when I saw five large men, towering over me.
I felt slight panic begin to rise in my chest but pushed it away before carefully reaching down and picking Aiden up, placing him on my hip.
Aiden clutched my shirt and hid his face in my neck. The men were all large and very intimidating and after taking in their scents I realized that they weren't rogues but pack wolves.
This helped me to relax, if only slightly. I immediately picked out the alpha and beta of the group and stared at them with questioning faces.
"Can I help you?" I questioned and though my voice was quiet I know that they heard me.
Before they got the chance to answer I felt multiple people behind me, and with a glance back I saw that it was my pack guards.
Adrian was present and he stepped forward, a quiet growl vibrating through the air.
"Luna do you know these men?" He questioned as he slightly stepped in front of me. I silently shook my head, causing his gaze to harden.
"State your business." Adrian demanded, his voice having taken on a hostile tone.
The alpha of the group looked as if he was slightly angry with the disrespect he was given but shook it off and did as told.
"I need to see your alpha." The man spook. I frowned and tightened my grip on Aiden.
"Why couldn't you have simply called and made an appointment?" Adrian questioned, his voice swimming in suspicion.
"There is no time for that, I must speak with him right away." The alpha demanded, sounding impatient.
Adrian began to protest once again but I stopped him as I stepped forward and out from behind him.
I ignored my guards as they all stepped closer to me, ready to protect Aiden and I, and instead spoke to the man.
"I will contact Alpha Xavier and ask how he wishes to proceed." I told them, a calm feeling washing over me as I opened my mind to Xavier.
'Xavier?'
I called into the darkness. It took a few moments but eventually he answered.
'What is it love?'
He questioned, his voice sounding worried. I shifted my weight and saw that all the men were watching me questioningly.
'There is an alpha and a few of his men here in the store and they are requesting to see you, apparently it is urgent.'
I informed my mate, listening as a growl soon followed my words.
'I'll be there in five minutes.'
Xavier growled out before he cut the link. I blinked a few times before turning back.
"The alpha will be here in five minutes." I told them. The alpha of the group nodded at me.
"Thank you Luna, it is very much appreciated." I nodded as well.
"Why don't we take this outside?" I questioned. The men agreed and after paying for my items I followed then out.
I had just finished piling the food into the car when Xavier's scent surrounded me.
The group of men were a few feet away from me and when I felt a strong pair of arms wrap around me my view of them was blocked.
Xavier took in my scent and held me in his arms for a few moments, trying to calm his worried wolf, before he released me.
"Xav." Aiden called and reached his arms for Xavier. My mate smiled and hoisted Aiden into the air, hugging him tightly before passing him to me.
I noticed that Collin was present as well and flanked Xavier as he walked towards the men.
"Alpha Wyatt." Xavier said to the man, Wyatt, as soon as he was in reach.
Alpha Wyatt nodded his head respectfully before straightening out.
"I'm sorry that I didn't contact you first Alpha Xavier but I felt that the information I have was urgent enough to bring to you myself." Wyatt informed Xavier.
I watched as a cool mask took over Xavier's face as he dealt with the situation.
"What kind of information do you have?" Xavier questioned as he crossed his arms over his broad chest.
Alpha Wyatt's eyes quickly glanced towards me before they went back to Xavier.
"I'm not sure that this is the most appropriate place to discuss this." Wyatt said, sounding worried.
I frowned in confusion, Xavier did as well.
"Just tell me." Xavier demanded. Wyatt sighed and ran a hand through his light hair.
"It's about Alpha Mason. For the past few days he has been contacting all of the surrounding packs and asking them for their help. He's telling people that you stole his mate and his child and he's building an army to fight you with, to get them back."
As soon as the words left Wyatt's mouth every member of my pack that was present let out loud growls. My eyes widened and I quickly glanced around to make sure that a human hasn't heard.
Then his words set in. My heart began to beat faster, until it was almost painful, and my breathing became shallow. I brought Aiden closer to me and tried to look at his innocent face to calm me.
Xavier's arms wrapped around me and pulled both Aiden and I to him, trying to calm me. I could feel his anger through our bond but I knew that he was pushing it away to try to help me.
"I didn't steal anything from him." Xavier managed to growl out. Wyatt nodded.
"That's what I suspected but the other alphas don't seem to think so, they are agreeing to help." Wyatt said.
I felt the first tear slip out slowly but the rest were quick to follow. Xavier, having smelt them, grasped my face in his hands and gently wiped them away.
"He's never going to get you back love, your safe here." He tried to convince me.
I didn't answer but on the inside I was doubting his words. I silently nodded my head and stared at the ground, pressing myself closer to Xavier.
Xavier sighed and turned back to Alpha Wyatt.
"Why don't we all head to the pack house and further discuss this?" Xavier asked Wyatt, though it wasn't really a question.
Alpha Wyatt nodded and after making the arrangements I was in the car heading back towards the pack house, Xavier at my side.
Worry consumed me and I had trouble focusing on the road in front of me.
The thought of Mason bringing a war to my pack filled me with rage and fear at the same time.
I was so angry at him. Just as it seemed that everything was finally falling back into place Mason has to come and ruin it.
My hands tightened on the stealing wheel and I heard Xavier sigh before his hand entry rested on my thigh.
"I know that you don't believe this but Im never going to let anything happen to you or Aiden." Xavier's voice held confidence and it only helped me to relax slightly.
"I believe you." I said. I was trying to at least.
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So here's the new chapter, hope you enjoyed and thanks for reading (:
- Katelynn (: