The Supreme Alpha

Author's note: This is from Seraphina's point of view

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Treva was awake when I went to check on her later that afternoon, and she was happy to join the party.

"You could have gone on your own.", I told Treva. "This is your home now. No place is off-limits."

She smiled in response, and I could see that she was still overwhelmed with everything.

Just as I told her that she can go anywhere, I remembered that I lied, so I had to clarify.

"You can go anywhere in the villa. If the door is closed, knock. If the door is locked, then it's off-limits. The Garden and the clear area around the mansion are safe, but don't go into the forest on your own for now. There are security mechanisms in place, and I will show you several paths after this commotion is over so that you can move around without triggering traps..."

Treva's face fell. "I will just stay inside for now."

Well, that's what I said. 

I saw her hugging herself. "Are you feeling cold? I will get you some warmer clothes, and we can heat up your room."

I remembered that Calista said how an indoor pool would be good. A heated one. I was sure that Treva would approve also.

We found Calista in the living room, and I introduced Treva.

I offered Treva werewolf's ceremonial clothes, even though I knew she will refuse. She spent her life in a warm volcano and this weather is much colder than she is used to. Just as I expected, Treva was excited about the clothes until she saw how skimpy they are. 

To my surprise, Calista agreed to wear them for the ceremony. It must be Sergio's influence. Too bad that she is keeping their relationship a secret and I can't tease her about it.

I would definitely rub it in that she is fornicating with a dog (how Calista used to call werewolves). 

Treva cheered up with a cup of warm tea and her eyes sparkled when the food arrived. Zeiroi sat at the table next to Treva and I could see them bonding while discussing food and Zeiroi was telling Treva about living here. Yes, they will get along just fine.

Mona and Calista noticed that they are wearing branded clothes, and the two of them immediately started chatting about fashion. This was an unexpected coupling. Considering that neither of them can shapeshift and go for a run, maybe they can keep each other company tonight until werewolves return. I was confident that Calista will conveniently disappear when Sergio returns.

Duke and I were keeping our eyes on Pio and his men.

They were all interested in getting close to Fynn and Sergio. Of course, there was no way for me to know if they had any ulterior motives, so I told Ash that his mission for tonight is to figure out what they are up to.

It's a perfect opportunity for Ash to practice his ability and put it to good use.

Ash assured us that his report will be ready by morning. I was surprised by his mature and capable vibe. It seems that his internship in the Eclipse shaped him up from a playful teenager into a responsible young man. I will thank Duke for that, later.

Time for the ceremony was approaching and I reminded Zeiroi of our plan. He will give an energy boost to Zoe. I really hoped this works without issues because I didn't tell Zoe about it, and I didn't talk to Sergio in advance either.

The ceremony started and I took a few deep breaths to calm my anxiety. If Duke finds out that I went ahead with the plan without talking with a few key figures, he might scold me later. It's not that I would recklessly put Zoe in danger, but based on the information I have, she can't be injured by this energy and my father taught me that without risk there is no gain, so… I went ahead.

The moment energy started flowing from the altar, I gave Zeiroi a nod and he closed his eyes while waving his arms slowly before pointing his hands toward Zoe.

"AAAAHHHH!", Zoe screamed, and I held my breath.

This will work. It has to. Right?

I was on the verge of telling Zeiroi to stop, but then Zoe fell on her knees.

"Wait!", she exclaimed, and I felt a huge relief when I saw glee on Zoe's face. Yes! She was talking to her wolf!

I really need to capture and study this energy. Maybe I can use it to wake up my father. 

Zoe stood up and I gave Zeiroi a thumbs up.

This was the first time I asked him to use his ability and he did wonderfully. I should reward him somehow.

Zoe jumped on Ash and gave him a kiss and I smiled while thinking that everything is how it should be.

But then I realized that something is off. Why did Zoe back away from Ash with a frown? Actually, Ash was frowning also.

Zoe's eyes moved to Luca and then she started walking away. What's going on here?

Zoe turned and dashed into the forest, leaving everyone (who was paying attention) confused.

Luca glanced at Ash and gave him a small nod.

"I will go after her.", Luca said, and after a few running steps Luca leaped into the air and when he touched the ground, he was a majestic brown wolf.

I can't stop admiring werewolves when they are in their wolf form. They are just like wolves, but bigger, and there is some raw power that is almost tangible... breathtaking.

Luca disappeared into the forest, and I approached Ash to ask in a hushed voice, "I assume that you know what's going on and why Zoe and Luca left."

I know that lowering my voice when surrounded by werewolves and vampires doesn't do anything for privacy, but it's a habit. And most of them were still relishing the energy from the altar, so it's not like they were listening in.

Ash let out a long breath. "I'm not Zoe's mate."

"Oh…", a sound of disappointment left my lips. It's not that I wanted Zoe and Ash to be mates, but I knew that Zoe was hoping for that outcome.

Ash's next words left me flabbergasted.

"I think that Luca is."

"Eh?" I couldn't imagine what face I was making. "Come again?"

"When she held onto me, I could...", Ash gestured toward his temple, telling me that he was reading her mind. I nodded in understanding, and he continued, "Zoe was confident that her mate was right behind her and when she confirmed that it's not me, she looked at Luca and ran away."

I had so many questions. "Can siblings be mates?"

"They are not siblings.", Ash said, confusing me even more.

"What?"

"A few days ago, Luca told me that he and Zoe are not blood-related. That guy who claimed to be their father only gave them his last name. Zoe and Luca have different mothers and no clue who their fathers were."

This information made my brain implode.

It took me a moment to understand what Ash said.  "So… if they are not related, why did Zoe run away?"

"Because Zoe doesn't know. Luca never told her."

"And he told you because…?" I waited for Ash to finish this.

Ash shrugged. "My only guess is that Luca predicted this will happen and he wanted me to clarify for everyone while he tells Zoe." 

"Are you sure they are mates?", Duke asked Ash.

"Everything points to that possibility."

"Now what?" I turned to Duke, hoping that he knows how to deal with this. Do we even need to do anything about it?

"Everyone is high and wanting to shift.", Duke said. "Let them. When they return from their run, we will tell them that Luca and Zoe are not blood-related. Ash, Luca, and Zoe are our fosterlings, and we are a family regardless of the blood ties."

The more time I spent with Duke, the more I admired him. 

He didn't want to meddle, yet he wanted everyone to know that Zoe, Luca, and Ash have a safe place where they can be themselves. We are a family.

Duke is amazing. He is a natural leader, an Alpha, and he doesn't even know that. Actually, I think he knows, but he doesn't care about it.

I gestured to Sergio and Fynn to go ahead, and Duke's hand covered my eyes. I stifled a laugh, knowing that Duke didn't want me to see naked werewolves who were shifting into their wolf forms before going into the forest.

With all the werewolves gone, Duke moved his hand and I could see him talking to Mona, Treva, Zeiroi, and Calista. "You guys are welcome to eat and drink until the others return."

And then he scooped me into his arms and ran into the mansion.

Seriously. He is insatiable. We had a lovemaking session in the study earlier that afternoon!

But I was more surprised by the fact of how aroused I was.

The way Duke holds me like I weigh nothing always turns me on. His grip on my body told me that he can't wait to reach the bedroom.

In addition, we were both charged up with the energy from the ceremony and I had a strong guess that it will take a while until we join the party downstairs.

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