The Forbidden Alpha

I was right of course.

He loved the decals and his eyes went wide when he saw the menu. He oohed and awwed at the dessert selection but in the end, he chose the waffles called “The Love Note”. I convinced him to get rid of the ice cream so he could have a healthy start to his day.

When the waitress brought our food to the table, Gabe wasted no time. He took a bite and threw his head back before letting out a not-so-subtle moan; which I’m sure was similar to the one he let out in the throes of passion.

“There are kids Gabe! Shh,” I giggle. “So, I’m guessing you approve?”

“Fuck yes,” he groaned before taking a stab at another piece. My eyebrows jump as he picks up a blueberry and pops one into his mouth. “I’m even eating blueberries. I HATE blueberries.”

I stifle a laugh as I bite into my breakfast panini. I need to figure out how to bring up Darci. I clear my throat and straighten my back.

“So…,” I started.

His right eyebrow arched suspiciously and he squinted at me mid-bite.

“So?” He asked.

I take a deep breath and I have a brain fart. My thoughts scatter like mice and I blink. I can’t freaking think of anything to say.

Nice.

“The Gamma position,” Kor offers helpfully.

“Oh, out with it Ady,” he says. He’s already losing patience and he puts his elbow on the table. Hee leans his head on his hand.

Oh, fuck it.

“Ethan is eyeing someone for the Gamma position,” I blurt. I exhale, letting out the rest of the breath I inhaled. I can’t let Ethan take all the blame. “Well… both of us. I shouldn’t put it on him. He is looking at someone for the Gamma position and talked to me about it. I thought you should know about it.”

Gabe gave me a sad smile.

“Thanks, Ady. I mean, I was expecting you two would have to find someone to fill the position. It isn’t good for a pack as large as this or any for that matter, to go without one for long. Beta Odis can only do so much on his own,” he said, knowingly.

“If she continues doing well, she’ll be offered the position as soon as possible. Are you okay… with it?” I asked.

His eyes linger on me before he answers.

“Am I okay that you’re looking for someone to replace my mate?” He asks, without a hint of venom in his voice.

“No one can replace her,” I tell him. “That’s not possible.”

Gabe gives me another sad smile.

“Very true. I haven’t even tried to think of anyone else but to answer your question, no… I’m not okay but I will be. Am I okay with a new Gamma?” He shrugs. “We need a new one but does it hurt a little? Yes but this is life, and sadly, it doesn’t stop just because someone dies. It keeps going on. So, don’t worry about me, I understand.”

“I wish I could make it better,” I whisper.

“I know. Don’t worry about it,” Gabe said, all sadness wiped away and replaced by a smile. “I’m invested now. Is he at least good enough? Is he at least eye candy?”

This time I smile.

“SHE is good,” I start. “Her name is Darci and she held the Gamma position at her last pack. She’s an insane fighter and she has this aura around her that exudes dominance which doesn’t make sense because she’s like a twig,” I tell him.

Goddess, it felt amazing being able to talk to him. I’ve missed him and I’ve missed our talks. Nothing beats having your friend to gossip and talk to about the good things and the bad things that have been going on.

His interest is peaked.

“Okay, okay. Another bad ass. I can respect that and wait, did you say last pack? She’s one of the recruits?” He asked, surprised.

“Yes, that’s why Ethan’s watching her. She seems perfect for the position but with the situation of him just taking over their pack he wants to test her out first. I can say she doesn’t mess around,” I laugh.

“Oh yeah? Is she pretty?” He asked.

“Yes! She’s got a unique hairstyle too. Half blonde on this side and half black on this side,” I tell him.

“Aaand, you know her how?” He probed.

Oops.

“I may have met her at the training,” I tell him and flash a smile.

“Okay?”

“I’ve been going,” I said. Best to rip the band-aid off quickly.

“Hmm…”

“What?” I ask, laughing nervously.

“You’ve never fought a day in your life, Ady. Can you fight? Are they going easy on your since you’re their Luna? Goddess, I’m worried now. Come on, don’t hold back now. How is it going?”

“It’s going surprisingly well,” I say, smugly.

“Uh-huh,” he says, and I know he’s doubtful. “I can see why Ethan wants to find a bodyguard for you,” he mumbles, almost too quiet to hear but I do.

“Wait, what?” I ask.

“Ethan wants me to talk to you about getting you a bodyguard,” Gabe said, leaning back.

“I placed in Tier 1,” I tell him. “Meaning, I can protect myself.”

“That’s great, Ady. Seriously great but you’re the Luna of this pack, you’re going to have a lot of enemies. It only makes sense. He asked me to try for it.”

“Try?” I ask.

“Yes, the Luna deserves the best. So, if I do, I’d have to go against the others. There are a few people he’s eyeing for the position,” he tells me, his tone is careful.

“I see.”

“Don’t be like that, Ady. After… what’s happened, can you blame him?” Gabe asked.

I swallow.

“No, I can’t blame him.”

“I’m going to try for it. It would give me something to do and I could keep you safe,” he said seriously.

“Okay,” I breathed. I dropped the subject and we spent the rest of our meal talking and joking around.. I wouldn’t fight Gabe on anything he wanted to do, even if it meant he’d be my official babysitter.