Kellen POV;
It is the choice of the wolf , whom he selects to be his mate; the female wolf must then agree with the choice for the bond to be cemented. However, if the chosen mate is human, the wolf may well run the risk of being rejected, in which case the wolf will have to choose again. This is not to say that a female wolf may not reject her mate, however, this is very rare.
The wolf will know almost immediately who his chosen mate is when they meet - this will immediately send a thought to the female wolf who may or may not agree to the bond. Should the wolves be separated from each other for any reason, or have to communicate at a distance before the female is marked - provided that each mate has agreed to the bond - their bond will strengthen and strong feelings may develop.
It had been almost a week since I'd spoken to Dad about my dream and what to do about my past; he'd directed me towards a book on mates and I'd been re-reading the same passages for the last few days. I hadn't marked Ana yet but she had agreed to our bond so I could only hope that the book was right and that she would be developing strong feelings for me while we remained apart. I know I was. The thought of Ana rejecting made me physically ill; I would do anything to keep from losing the one girl fate designed for me. I just hoped Ana felt the same.
A knock at my bedroom door drew me from my thoughts; I look up curiously as I call for them to come in. A maid entered, curtsying respectfully, "Your post, your Majesty."
"Thank you." I say, getting up and walking over to her - not completely oblivious to her blush of embarrassment as she stared at my shirtless chest. I look up from my flick through the letters, expectantly, "Was there something else?" I question, wondering at her still remaining presence.
"Erm, n-no, you-your Majesty." She stutters nervously, looking down at her shaking hands and curtsying again before scurrying quickly out the room, shutting my door behind her. I sigh heavily, sagging into my desk chair as I flick through the letters again; my attention being immediately caught by a hand of writing I wasn't expecting and smirked at the fact he'd actually taken the time to write a letter instead of calling me.
Eagerly I rip open the envelope, unfold the letter and read what my best friend Brody had to say. Brody had grown up with Maxim and I since we were little but he'd always been closer to me, since Maxim was younger than us and preferred some of his own friends more often than hanging out with us. In all honestly, I'd completely forgotten about Brody since he'd left 3-4 months ago to visit some extended family in the East, as well as pick up some new fighting regimes for our Royal Guard since he was the head. Our family and the East Royal family were on intimate footing; they were more than happy to accommodate Brody's visit and share some of their fighting techniques; and in return we would accommodate a likewise visit from their side, to share the same. I smiled as I read his letter.
26th March 2006.
FAO; His Royal Highness, Crown Prince Kellen Natheal. (AKA the kid I grew up in diapers with)
I snorted at the title, rolled my eyes and carried on reading.
I hate writing letters. Therefore feel honored at my taking up this piece of paper to write this despicable thing; I would've called but unfortunately they'd rather I wrote to you, apparently the Royals are revamping their telecommunications or something. I considered there to be vital information for us to discuss, so here I sit writing this stupid thing.
First things first, how've you been Kel? A little birdy happened to tell me that you've found your Mate? I expect a full report on that when I get back, as well the details on the implementation of the new policy! Dude, could YOU not have told me all this? I heard all this from Maxim, and your Dad!
However, I'll let it slide since I've been told you've been seriously distracted about the whole thing and I can now totally understand why. I happen to also have found my mate! She's an angel Kel, she really is. Her names Kari and she's the daughter of a Beta here called Ricko Parrson; lovely guy- you'd get along really well with him- I've asked him, the King here and of course your Dad, if she can come back and live with me in the North and they've readily agreed. I can't wait for you to meet her! I look forward to meeting your mate also!
I smile for my best friend's fortune. He'd held out since he'd turned sixteen to wait for his mate; when I started sleeping around, it was very nearly the end of our lifelong friendship. The rest of the letter consisted of his anger at hearing about the two rogue attacks that had happened since he'd been gone and how he was sure that the training and fighting regimes he'd picked up in the East would greatly add to the strength of our Royal guard.
Anyway Kel, don't bother replying to this letter, I'll be joining you again in about a week or so. Keep your head in the game and see you soon bro.
Signed;
Brody Sayers
Head of the Northern Royal Guard
Family meeting in the study now, Dad's order pierced through my mind. Closing the letter, I quickly grab a shirt and head out of my room in a much better mood than I'd anticipated as I meander my way through the corridors to the study, with my mind on Brody's letter. Maxim and Sophia reach the door at the same time I approach and we enter to find Dad, Mom and Bell already seated, waiting. Dad wastes no time as we take our seats around the large oval table to one side of the room, "I've drawn up a schedule for the dates each pack will be met with for their progress reviews. Due to the recent rogue attacks, I've paired us up and you'll visiting and handling four packs together. The pairs are Kellen and Maxim, your Mom and Sophia, and Bell you'll be with me." Spoke Dad in his Alpha tone, taking out several pack files and laying them out on his desk.
"Ooo! Pleaseeeeee can we have the Prowess's pack as one of ours Dad?" Jumped Bell excitedly. I shake my head at her, smiling in amusement; she probably wasn't going to let go of this chance to finally meet 'The Prowess'.
"Actually Bell, dear, your father and I have agreed that I will be handling that particular pack." Spoke Mom in a tone that left no room for contradiction or argument; I raise my eyebrows in surprised curiosity at her tone but Mom's eyes were locked with Dad as if they passing comment on the agreed arrangement.
"Why?" asked Maxim and Bell at the same time. "Why 'particularly'?" Questioned Maxim frowning.
"I was fortunate enough to meet her recently," Said Mom with a glint in eye, "and as a female leader myself, I think we will get along very well; I feel that a lot will be achieved."
"What! You met her?! How? When? What was she like?" Burst out Bell with wide-eyes.
"It was a happy coincidence actually," mused Mom thoughtfully, "It was during one of my recent shopping endeavors. We crossed paths in one of the shops I visited; she approached me, concerned as to why I seemed to be out on my own, I was oblivious as to who she was until she introduced herself." She chuckled lightly as she remembered.
"What was she like? What did she look like?" continued Bell eagerly. I'd have to ask Mom to warn the Prowess about Bell's mild obsession with her, I thought as I shared a knowing smirk with Maxim.
"I found her very polite; carries herself well and does not flaunt her title or responsibility as some do. I would be inclined to say she has earned her reputation, which is why I'm going to insist upon personally handling her pack." Concluded Mom firmly and pointedly.
"Enough questions please Arabell. Your Mother and Sophia will handle the Prowess's pack, along with the bordering packs of Alpha Jeremy Almound, Alpha Chad Riggs and Alpha Donovon Rookner." Finalised Dad, handing Mom the pack's files along with the scheduled timetable for visiting them.
"But Dad! Can't I switch with Sophia-" Began Bell pleadingly.
"Enough!" Ordered Dad using his supreme Alpha tone, Bell bowed her head submissively with a sulky 'Yes Alpha'. Dad then turned to address me.
"Kellen and Maxim, if you've no objection I've assigned you both to handle Alpha Roheim, Alpha Jasper, Alpha Callan and Alpha Packson." Continued Dad, handing Maxim and me two files each. "Bell, you and I will be handling Alpha Vauk, Alpha Jacobson, Alpha Devon and Alpha Salim. We will all be taking six royal guards with us, Maryanne and Sophia; you'll have eight of the best-trained royal guards with you." Dad's Alpha tone, if possible, grew more authoritive. It made sense for Mum and Sophia to have more guards since they were both mates and mates are the weak point of any wolf, I did however wonder why Dad had assigned them both separate packs instead of letting them travel with their mates. I would've asked but Dad's expression and tone intimidated me, even as next in line to his title. It was a tone that only a walking dead man would question.
I asked Maxim instead, who- despite the blank look on his face- I could tell wasn't happy about the arrangement. Hey Max, any idea why he's splitting you from Sophia and himself from Mom?
No. His mind bluntly replied; he never took his eyes Sophia as we spoke. But I sure as hell don't like it. I'm trusting his judgement; if he's gonna be away from Mom, then...He gritted his teeth as his anger seethed into my mind link and he wrapped his arms securely around Sophia; she complied and curled up on his lap snugly. I look away, feeling sick. Pain laced through my wolf and I at the sudden longing it caused us. I felt drained.
Just one more week till Brody comes back and I could ask his advice. I tell myself. Two more weeks until the ball where I get to see her again...I reassure my wolf. It helped a little, although it wasn't until I looked at the timetable Dad had handed us with the drawn up dates and times for when we would be meeting the Alpha's, that I felt my mood lift marginally to what it was before I entered the room; we'd be very busy up to and even after the ball- not to mention the ball preparations and Brody's return! Being busy was good, being busy meant I'd have to concentrate on the task in hand and wouldn't have time to think about much else.
I would pray to the moon that it went quickly!
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