Surviving the Pack
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As they climbed out of the pit and strolled to Alpha house they heard the various sounds of the forest. Birds and crickets chirped while the frogs let out their deep croaks almost in mourning. They were silent and somber. So much loss of life.
Dallas broke the silence, “Alpha, may I have permission to return to my mate? I…”
The clearing was suddenly swarming with people. All pack members ready to defend their alpha and their territory. Katarina hid slightly behind Dante to cover some of her nudity, not to mention she was covered in blood and gore.
Dante smiled and snatched a shirt that was thrown his way. He turned and placed it over his mate. Protect, comfort, and love.
Another shirt was tossed his way and he gratefully covered himself. “It’s all over. You can go back to your homes. The threat has been extinguished by our lovely alpha mate. Katarina single handedly took down the threat.”
Lucy pushed herself to the front of the gathering and threw herself at Dallas, who snuggled her close and spun her around laughing. “You should have seen it. Dante became a bear, a big lumbering bear.”
The clearing silenced and Dante sighed. “Okay, I guess it’s time to explain. Katarina shifted to wolf and I became a bear.” He shrugged, “No biggie.”
“You are Fated. I’m so happy for you both. Our pack will be strong once again.” Dusty’s voice was loud and rang true. “And if I’m not mistaken we will soon have some lil’ alphas running around.”
Dante smiled as Katarina gulped.
Her voice was more of a screech, “What do you mean little alphas?”
Dante’s eyes shot wide in alarm as he realized she hadn’t known yet. Oh hell, he began to run toward alpha house as his pack snickered and his mate made chase.
“You get back here, Dante. I’m not done with you.”
She caught up as he was getting under the spray of the shower. She pulled open the shower door and his hand shot out pulling her in. “Gah, that’s cold.”
Dante sealed his lips over hers for a searing kiss, putting all his love behind it. “You scared the crap out of me. I love you so much and the thought of something happening to you or our babies almost killed me.”
Her eyes were dazed from his kisses and he took a moment to feel pride that she was his and they would soon be a family.
Her expression cleared and her anger returned. “You knew I was pregnant?”
His hands moved sensually over her body as the water finally heat up and steam engulfed them. He kept constant contact with her skin, revelling in her moans of pleasure and wishing he could have her now. An explanation was deserved first. “I knew you were my mate when you came here. I knew I mated you in the kitchen; I’m sorry it wasn’t in a bed with candles and moonlight. I also knew shortly thereafter you were carrying my pups. I love you, Katarina. You are truly my fated. I can’t imagine my life without you.”
With her eyes closed and her head thrown back she pressed her pelvis into his, “I know, wolf, we are Fated. I suspected a while ago but didn’t know a wolf and a bear could mate. Not to mention I wasn’t really fond of your kind. I’m sorry for all I put you and your family through.” As his fingers played at the entrance of her folds, she smiled, knowing he wouldn’t wait long to have her. “You’re all I’ve ever wanted in a mate and a partner. I love you too.”
She barely got the words out when he inserted his finger into her wet heat and she cried out with pleasure. It was so intense that her muscles clamped down on his finger making him pant.
“Honey bun, I’m so revved up right now and I don’t want to hurt you. You have to slow down a bit before I come to the party too soon.”
Nipping his shoulder she placed kisses up his powerful neck and smiled into his skin. “Tsk, tsk my alpha mate. Control.” She gripped his shaft, slowly moving her hand up and down his silky length. She whispered erotically, “Can I claim you too, alpha mate?”
Katarina yelped as her mate lost all control and picked her up driving his cock so deep inside her she could feel it in her throat. The cold tile against her back only heightened her pleasure as he took her higher than she’d ever been.
As his strokes began to lose rhythm she felt the pull deep in her belly. She screamed his name as she rode out the most intense release of her life. She felt her teeth lengthen and couldn’t help sliding them into the fleshy part of her mates shoulder.
Dante shouted his release as he held her tight to him.
“I’ve met my match with you, Honey bun. You hungry?”
Katarina released his skin and licked his neck erotically answering, “Always, for my mate.”
Epilogue
“He really did. I thought he was going to kill Tidus ten times over but he was patient and allowed me to get my revenge. I really am blessed I met Travis.” Even though it had been six months she’d been asked to re-tell the story of Travis and Tidus’s defeat an endless amount of times.
The room of ladies preparing for a pack to pack visit gasped. All eyes turned her way and Katarina held her head high. “If I’d never met Travis I’d never have been brought here to meet and mate Dante. He’s the love of my life and I can’t wait for many more years of protecting him.”
The women tittered. “Alpha Kat, what if we find our mate tonight? Do we leave with him?”
The Sacramento pack and American Canyon packs had come to an agreement that they would have social gatherings every three months to introduce their packs and look for prospective mates. Dante and Jake were becoming close and relying on each other for various things.
“You may choose to stay or go. You’ll always be welcome here and Jake’s pack is wonderful as well. Never worry.” She rubbed her rounded belly and felt her children move within her.
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As Blake’s cell phone rang he let it go to voicemail, he’d blame it on bad service later. Who really expected him to get service in bum fuck Alaska anyway? He was super excited to have the opportunity to become a leader; he simply didn’t want to have to leave his family. His whole family show alpha tendencies but they all lived in an area where there were great leaders. Why would they challenge for a pack that had an excellent leader?
As he sat in the café he’d come to every day for the last month he wondered if he’d even find the elusive Alaskan pack of wolves, let alone lead them as alpha. Blake sat back drinking his coffee and pondering his life when a female walked in. Not just any female but a bitch. She stood tall and proud like a wolf with shoulders back and her nose in the air. A tiny man walked behind her, shoulders hunched with a hoodie in place covering his face and head, appearing miserable. He didn’t spare the man a second glance but he could feel his heart rate accelerate; let the chase begin.
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Walking four paces behind Morena as she was told to, Delilah kept her head down and her gaze averted. Keeping her senses open and keen to danger she’d be able to tell when Tidus came back to claim Morena. She’d been appointed as Morena’s ‘assistant’ ever since she fought Tidus in an alpha challenge, attempting to take him down, permanently. She’d have succeeded too if it weren’t for kiss ass Morena and her stuck up friends that poisoned her before the challenge.
Thinking about the past got her nowhere so she looked to the future; constantly planning and watching and learning. Someday she’d take Tidus down. Not envisioning revenge, but freedom, consumed her days and nights.
“I’d like a skinny vanilla latte with soy milk, don’t skimp on the foam either.” Morena turned towards Delilah, “Did you want something, hon?” Without waiting for an answer, “No, okay.”
That annoying high pitched fake voice she used on everyone really grated on Delilah’s nerves. One day she’d like to punch her in the throat and prevent her from speaking entirely; it’s not like she ever had anything nice to say.
After countless hours shopping and now the latte, Delilah hoped they’d be heading home. Unfortunately, Morena felt like more torture was needed.
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About the Author
Shannon Duane lives in sunny California near Napa Valley with her husband and three beautiful children, all who seem to keep her on her toes. She wouldn’t forget to mention the two dogs, two cats and Mr. Turtle. She’s an avid reader, as well as a full time nurse in a busy emergency room. She has won no awards, but doesn’t feel bad because she’s never entered, or participated, in any competitions. She hopes that you enjoyed reading her book as much as she enjoyed writing it. Cheers.
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