The Forbidden Alpha

Adea

The doors closed behind us. My nerves were starting to get to me but Ethan closed in on me. Giggles erupted from me as he peppered me with kisses. He lifted his head and leveled me with a look that could have had my underwear dropping. I stood on the tips of my toes and kissed him.

I love this man.

I was still trapped in his arms and the elevator hadn’t moved. I nodded towards the buttons and he smiled as he pressed the button for the first floor. Finally, we were off. The elevator came to a stop. He released me from his hold but not before he stole another kiss.

The doors opened and I blushed when I saw some of the pack members. Heads turned as we walked through the lobby. I felt like I was taking a long walk of shame but I had nothing to be ashamed of.

We were officially Alpha and Luna. I held my head high and smiled at the pack members. I couldn’t screw this up, could I? Murmured greetings passed us by as we walked towards the dining room. I fought hard not to spiral into my concerns but I couldn’t help tensing. Sensing my nerves, Ethan grabbed my hand and brought it to his lips.

You have nothing to worry about.

He smiled at me and his voice in my head soothed me. I nodded. He was right, I know he was. Ethan and I had talked this morning. There was a combination of things that were making me nervous.

We’re just getting something to eat, My Queen. Relax.

I nodded. We’re just getting breakfast, it’s nothing to stress over. Today was my first official day as Luna. I needed to show a strong front even if I was having an anxiety attack on the inside.

The door to the kitchen and dining room area came into view. Before we got any closer, Ethan stepped closer, his arm snaking around my waist in casual possessiveness. His finger pulled my chin up and our eyes met.

“You good?” He asked.

“Yes, My King,” I breathed.

He released my chin but kept his arm around me. “If we didn’t have important things to do today, I’d drag you back upstairs and stay in bed with you all day,” Ethan said quietly. “I miss you already.”

My heart. “That would be amazing,” I said. “You’re being corny,” I teased, “but I miss you already too.”

Ethan smiled wide for me. “I’m corny for you.”

I laughed out loud. “You’re being too much! I don’t know what to do with you.”

My mate pressed a kiss to my neck and we continue for the door. He opens it wide for me and I step in first. The workers in the kitchen greet us on our way through. There are a few people at the table.

As we sit at the table, Odis wiped his mouth and bowed his head slightly. “Good morning, Luna. Morning, Alpha.” Darci bowed and went back to her conversation with the Deltas.

“Morning Beta, how was your weekend?” I asked.

Beta Odis’ eyes darken for a second and I wonder what brought that on. The look is gone as soon as it appeared and is replaced by a smile. “It was pleasant. I had a relaxing weekend.”

A plate of buttery goodness is placed in front of us. Jelly toast, scrambled eggs, and breakfast sausages. I thank the worker before she heads back to the kitchen before I pick up my fork and spear one of the sausages before biting into it.

“Would you like the position of Gamma?” Ethan asked. I stop chewing and turn to look at Darci. Her conversation with the Deltas stops and she looks at Ethan.

“Yes, Alpha,” Darci says. “I would.”

“I’ve been watching you since the day you arrived here. From what I’ve seen, you are more than capable of the position. I didn’t think I would be able to find someone who could fill those shoes but I have faith that you can.”

Darci swallows hard and she hesitates for a second before speaking. “Thank you for your trust, Alpha. I won’t let you down.” I can’t help but smile, the imbalance left with Olivia’s absence is now fixed.

“Welcome to the team, Gamma,” Odis said, his shoulders were tense but the look on his face said he meant it. We were all a little tense when it came to anything that was a reminder of Olivia.

“Thanks, Beta,” Darci said. Her smile was radiating. It was the first time I’d seen her smile like this.

“I look forward to working with you,” I said.

“Thank you, Luna. I look forward to getting to know you better.”

“I’ve got a meeting with Odis after, please join us so we can go over your responsibilities and the territories you will be overseeing,” Ethan said to her.

“Yes, Alpha.”

“We haven’t seen any rogues for a few days,” Odis said. “It’s oddly quiet.”

“Let’s talk about it in my office.”

Odis nods. It’s a little awkward and I wish Gabe was here to lighten the mood. Darci goes back to talking to the Deltas and Odis returns to eating. If I didn’t have the training to go to, I would go to the meeting. I’ll make a mental note to ask Ethan to fill me in.

The door swings open and I turn to find Gabe and Leo walking in. I can’t hide the smirk from my face as I wonder how they came together. Did they meet up beforehand or were they together all night? Korra’s interest is piqued too and she’s at the forefront of my mind.

I’m about to ask him how the two of them coming to breakfast together turned out when Gabe’s eyes slide over Odis. His gaze lingers on the back of his head before he makes his way over. Interesting.

“Why good morning, Gabe.. You’re late to breakfast, you almost missed it.”