The Forbidden Alpha

Odis

Friendship is what kept me here, Ethan has never told me to stay but I’ve always known that he needs me. I’ve always loved him like a brother, sometimes I wondered what made me feel this way. Deep down, I already knew. It was this friendship, this family that I found here at Desert Moon that kept me here. Ethan and I grew up the same way. Always alone, taking the grunt of life. When he rose up and took over, I knew I had nowhere else to be than by his side.

When he first started bedding women, I knew his wolf wasn’t happy. I knew Alpha Ethan wasn’t happy about it but he would never say it. He says they were just nameless faces used to scratch an itch… Alpha has … particular tastes and I know he wasn’t sure that his mate would be someone who could take what he had to give.

I know he says he doesn’t want a mate and that she would just be used to strengthen the pack but I know that he wants a mate. We crave having a family of our own. I just hope he knows that.

When I walked out into the gardens behind Alpha… I knew he’d found her. When I saw her pushed against the wall with his hands on her. I felt a protectiveness swell in my chest that I’ve only felt for Alpha and Olivia.

I stood and watched as Alpha threw him to the ground and poured his hate into him. I watched and enjoyed as he made him bleed. I needed to see him dead but when I looked at her leaning into her friend.

I felt despair. Her eyes were void of emotion, her lips swollen, tears running down her face. She was beautiful. My future Luna was beautiful and I was breathless.

“It’s just her pain that we find beautiful,” Troy tells me trying to soothe the panic spreading through my mind. “Nothing else.”

“Odis, follow them to her room,” Alpha ordered. “I don’t know him, watch them until I get there.” Alpha mind links me. 

I mind link our ride and look to her friend. He pulls her along with him. “I’m sorry for worrying you, Gabe,” she whispers. He stops and I know he’s struggling as I am.

“You don’t have to apologize Ady. I told you I’d be by your side and I…” he stops and I know he blames himself.

The car I called for arrives and we get in. I watch as she stares out the window until she falls asleep. Gabe catching her and holding her until we get to the hotel. I run out and open her door for him to come out. He reaches in and picks her up, carrying her up to her room. They’re close but I don’t see anything inappropriate in his eyes.

I watch as he puts her in bed and grabs a nearby chair to sit by her side. “This is my fault,” he says more to himself than to me. “I knew… I fucking knew…” He clenches his jaw and tears spill.

I shift uncomfortably. “I’ll be outside until Alpha comes,” I tell him in a firm tone. I can’t afford to show weakness. I don’t know him and staying in here is making me… empathetic towards him.

Glancing at her, I steal a look before heading to the door. I guard the door keeping an ear out for her. It’s 2 am when Alpha shows up. He gives me a small bow and opens her door.

Gabe stands up and looks at him before looking at her. “Leave us,” Alpha tells him. Gabe hesitates and I know Alpha doesn’t like how close he is to her. “I won’t hurt her, she belongs to me.”

Gabe nods and moves away. Alpha strides until he’s next to her and I know he’s conflicted. “Take care of him until I’m able to deal with him,” he orders me.

“Yes, Alpha,” I bow and look at Gabe. He nods and follows me out. When we get outside we walk to the elevator.

He stops at the last door, “This is me.”

“You won’t be leaving when the other packs do. We may need you as a witness from your pack.”

He nods. “I won’t leave her.”

“I’ll call on you tomorrow,” I say before I step onto the elevator.

When the elevator doors close Troy chuckles. “Maximus won’t like how close they are.”

I nod, “I know. That one’s in for a rude awakening.”

“I’ve had him taken to the hospital,” Olivia mind links me distracting us from Gabe.

I cleaned up the blood with two of our trusted soldiers. They were pups but did a good job. After, I headed to the pack hospital to check if he was dead. Doctor James welcomed me when I walked in.

He was wearing a long white medical coat, brown eyes that were always scanning. He was 5’9” and had dark skin. “Beta, I’m assuming you’re here to check on the new patient?”

When I nod, he continues, “He’s got 4 broken ribs, his nose is going to need surgery, and his face is looking better. His Alpha blood is healing his face quickly. The rest of him isn’t so lucky but if he wasn’t an Alpha’s son, he would have had a fractured skull. I think after a few weeks he will be all healed up.” He looks at me, “But I’m guessing you don’t care about his healing.”

“No,” I agree. “After he’s healed enough, he will be moved to the pack dungeons. For now, I don’t know if it’ll be for torturing or until he stands trial.”

Doctor James sighs and then nods. “Is he allowed any visitors?”

“No, he will be treated as a prisoner and can’t talk or see anyone. This is an order doc.”

“I understand Beta, I’ll notify the nurses.”

“I’ll be back tomorrow.” I give him a nod before heading out.

I bump into his little sister when I get outside. “Beta Odis,” she says with a bow. “Please, can you tell me why I can’t see my brother?” She’s tiny, barely reaching my chest. His little sister. I thought she was cute yesterday but after what her brothers done… I don’t know if I can trust her innocent face.

“He’s committed a severe crime and will stay in his room until he is healthy enough to stand trial,” I tell her.

“Why didn’t you mention the possible torture?” Troy asks. He’s looking at her and I can feel his curiosity pouring through the link.

“She doesn’t need to know,” I reply and he chuckles.

“Sure,” he says and I know he doesn’t believe me.

“Please,” she says and reaches out to me.

I shift and dodge her hand. “I am under orders. Now if you’ll excuse me,” I say before leaving her. When I look back, she’s crumbled on the floor. I push back the guilt that tries to worm its way into my heart. We don’t have the luxury.

I get back to the packhouse and sleep. When I wake up it’s later in the afternoon and I know Olivia’s going to be pissed. My dick is pitching a tent, “Shit.” I stroke my length when she fills my thoughts. I stop, “No. I can’t.”

“We need to find our mate,” Troy tells me. “It’ll be easier after we find her.”

Sighing I decide to talk to Liv. “Liv, I slept in,” I mind link her. 

“I know you did. I’ve taken care of your responsibilities, don’t worry.” She says through the link.

“I owe you one,” I tell her, and I can feel her smile through the link.

“Just treat me to a nice meal and we’ll call it even,” her bubbly voice rings in my ears.

“Deal,” I say with a stretch.

“Odis, I need you to help Adea pack and move her into my room when you’re able,” Alpha mind links me.

“Yes, Alpha. I apologize for sleeping in.”

“It’s okay Beta, you were up late. I also slept in. I got up not too long ago,” he chuckles.

“I’ll head there right now, Alpha.”

While I brush my teeth I look at my reflection. My hair is getting longer and I note that I need a haircut soon. My arms and chest are covered in tattoos and my left nipple is pierced. Spitting the toothpaste into the sink, I turn on the faucet and wash my face. Thoughts of seeing her run through my mind. Shaking my head I dry my face and go to my closet to pick out a suit. Maybe I should dress less professionally so she can be comfortable around me. “She’s our future Luna, put on a suit,” Troy growls. “You’re right,” I say and put my suit on. I grab my phone and walk out the door. She’s just a couple of floors down.

The elevator doors open and I make my way to her door. I hear talking inside before I knock. When she opens the door she looks tired and a little shocked when she sees me.

“Good morning Luna, I’ve come to help you pack.”