The Red Wolf's Mate

Chapter 38-Not Expecting That

Maureen POV

Garret and I walk to the portal access in the Chieftain's office and travel back through to my office. 

I breath in Wyatt's scent, realising he must be near. I turn to Garret and instruct, "Garret, go get something to eat and rest. We will meet tomorrow at 12:30pm in my office downstairs with Jax, Annabell, and Dennis to discuss  what we witnessed during the Chieftain's vision. Dismissed."

"Yes Alpha" and he exits my flat while I head to the kitchen, which is where I find Jax and Adam. I immediately feel the tension. 

"What is wrong?", I sternly demand.

Jax and Adam nervously  glance at each other, look down at the floor, and relay what occurred  while Garret and I were gone.

**What the fuck! Our own pack member did that?! He is DEAD!- Shelia growls

*Shelia, Blaine is locked up. We need to go to Wyatt!

**Grrr.....agree We WILL deal with him!- Shelia insist.

*Agree

I quickly arrive to our bedroom after dismissing Jax, Adam and mind linking the guard at our door to check in. I find Wyatt peacefully asleep, tucked in snug under the comforter. I notice the severe bruise on his face and have to restrain myself from growling  so as not to wake him up. Having Shelia growling and pacing in my mind is making it difficult though. I carefully lay down beside him and hold his hand. 

**We need to tell him about us- Shelia persist although I can tell she is nervous about him rejecting us. 

*Yes, I know. I want to have Dr. Reagan examine him at the hospital, then we will tell him when we know for sure he is ok, promise.

**Ok-Shelia huffs

****Mind link to Jax, AnnaBell, Garret, Dennis, and Adam****

I will be taking Wyatt to see Dr. Reagan tomorrow morning. Meeting postponed. Will contact later about re-scheduling.

**Yes, Alpha-they all instantly reply

Next Morning

I feel Wyatt slowing moving in bed and peek my eyes toward him. He gently touches his injured face and winces. 

"Your face doesn't look like it did when I left. It looks like it hurts. How are you really feeling?", I whisper.

"Honestly, I've been better. I'll heal though. I had a run in with a jerk at the pool. I got a good hit in though", he reluctantly responds. He turns toward me and smiles, making my heard beat increase. I love his smile! Well, as much as he can smile with that horrible bruise. "How did your meeting go?", he inquires. 

"Productive actually. I will need to have a follow-up meeting soon to discuss what I learned. But for now, I really want to take you to see Dr. Reagan. That eye and cheek of your has me worried", I truthfully tell him. 

He closes his eyes and says, "She examined me yesterday. I really think I'll be fine."

"Please, for me. So I'll have peace  of mind. Please" I continue, trying my best to pout. Yep, only for him will I pout. 

He chuckles, "Ok, for you."

We drudge out of bed, get dressed, have a small breakfast with coffee, and head out to see Dr. Reagan. I already mind linked her earlier this morning and she is expecting us. 

"I'm sorry to worry you Maureen. I knew I was in pain and felt really tired but I didn't think I was injured that badly", Wyatt regretfully states to me. 

FLASHBACK

Dr. Reagan's Office: Wyatt POV 

"Wyatt, you have a hairline fracture on your right cheekbone, a ruptured blood vessel  in your right eye, and severe bruising. You need to......

I start to zone out since I'm still tired, not to mention in pain. I forgot to take my pain meds before we left. I feel Maureen squeeze my hand while sitting beside my in the office. She can fill me in on what I've missed. I just want to leave and go back to our room.

END OF FLASHBACK 

Maureen POV

We are now back in the flat, sitting on the couch in the living room after Wyatt just took his pain meds. I have my legs crossed, facing him while running my fingers through his soft, brown hair. His beautiful green eyes are sadly staring down at the carpet with his fingers fidgeting in his lap.

"There is not need to apologise Wyatt. I know you want to take things on yourself, not ask for help, or act like it's not a big deal. That is how you've had to do things. That kind of thing does not change overnight. But, just remember you don't have to do that anymore. I am here. Ms. Debbie is here. Jax and AnnaBell. Adam. You can and need to let people help you.  Let us know how much you're hurting so you can get help and heal. Asking and receiving help is not a weakness, ok? There are people who can and will help you and not hurt you", I calmly say to him. "I care very much for you Wyatt. I only want you to be happy, healthy, and safe", I continue while placing my right palm on his left cheek and staring into his mesmerising emerald eyes. He gazes into my eyes and I find myself leaning toward him. Then, finally my lips connect with his, sparks! A heavenly, electrical current! It is the most memorable kiss of my life because it's with him! Our lips gently move together. It's not fast nor do we invade each other's mouth with our tongues, yet. That will be for another time. This is gentle, slow and special. I reluctantly pull back and inhale his scent before touching his forehead with mine. I close my eyes and never want to move, to freeze this moment. I straighten, back up, take a deep breath, look Wyatt in the eyes, and say, "Wyatt, there is something very important I need to tell you and show you about myself." Damn, I'm so nervous! My heart feels like it's about to beat out of my chest. But I need to do this before we go further.  He needs to know me. What he is getting into. 

He stares back at my face, trying to decipher what I could possibly need to tell him.  "You can tell me anything Maureen. I'm here. What is it? Not going to lie. I'm a bit nervous Maureen with the expression you have on your face right now", he quickly stammers out. 

**Go ahead- Shelia encourages.

"Now, remember Wyatt. I care very much for you. No matter what I look like I care for you and will never ever hurt you. Ok, don't be afraid", I assure him. I stand up off the couch and slowly walk toward the middle of the spacious living room, knowing I will have plenty of room to shift. I keep my back toward Wyatt and begin to take my clothes off with the intent of leaving only my bra and underwear on. 

"Um, Maureen, w-what are you d-doing?', he stutters out with genuine confusion and nervousness in his voice.  

I cautiously turn to face my mate, not yet meeting his eyes. I'm  wearing nothing but my bra and underwear. "It's ok Wyatt. Trust me." I slowly look up to meet his amazing eyes, confusion and excitement written across his face. I take a deep breath and shift!!