Alphas Choice

T H I R T Y

He set my clothes on the chair next to the mirror and kneeled in front of me, holding my underwear. He held them out for me to step into as he slowly slided them on. He kissed my waist and trailed kisses up to my neck as he stood, walking around to be behind me.

His arms snake around my waist, and he pulled me into his chest, burying his face in my hair.

"You are beautiful."

His breath sent tingles across my scalp. We stood there a moment neither of us wanted to move. He reached his hands up to cup my breast, his fingers brush across my nipples and they tighten. He chuckles into my neck.

"Your body is so responsive, little Mate." He purred.

He reached to grab my bra from the pile and spins me to face him. I almost lose my balance, but he catches me, giving me an apologetic look. I hold out my arms, and he slides my bra straps on, then reaches around to clasp the hooks. He kisses the top of each of my breasts and then takes a step back as if admiring his work and a growl rumbles from his chest. My wolf is in her glory and comes to the front to look at her mate and is happy with what she sees.

I look at him. Has it really been five weeks since I've laid eyes on my mate? It thankfully didn't seem like that long, but it was for him...I looked at his eye,  and they seemed tired, his hair looked longer and now brushed his eyelashes when it fell in his face.

I step to him and wrap my arms around his waist, hugging him. His hands slide down my back to hold me there, I feel so warm and safe.

Grace, are you coming to breakfast or not? I am starving. Cammy complained. Plus, you have visitors here wanting to see you, too.

I growled in annoyance at her interruption. Gabriel pulled away with a questioning look.

"My sister." I said as an answer. He chuckled and walked to grab my sweater and pants.

Yes, Cammy, on my way down in a second, I can only move so fast.

He raised my arms and pulled the sweater down over my head, pulling the hood off. He grabbed my sweat pants and held them out while I stepped into them as well. They were so soft and warm. Hopefully, my father isn't up at breakfast, or he will not be happy at my chosen attire.

I pulled my hair out that was trapped in my sweater and slowly made my way to my bathroom to find an elastic. Finding one, I piled all of my hair on top of my head and secured it, tightening and pulling until I was happy with how it looked. I pinned my bangs out of my face and walked back out.

Gabriel strode over and lifted me into his arms quickly. I squealed at the sudden movement, and he laughed, my wolf purred at the sound. He seemed not as grumpy. He pulled me close to his chest and kissed the top of my head, then headed to the door. Opening it, we went out and started down the hall. His long legs got us to the stairs in seconds even though he wasn't walking fast. He carried me down the steps and through the halls to the dining room where he gently set me down and took my hand, leading me in.

I froze when I saw everyone here. I looked around to see members from the palace guard, my friends and family, and wolves from Silver Moon pack as well. They all bowed when I entered. I scanned the room smiling, Myra and Eli were here with large smiles on their faces. Next to her was Hannah and Felix and his mate Amber. I even saw Anna standing next to the kitchen door. What was she doing here? I felt the tears leaving my eyes and felt so loved in that moment. Did everyone gather here for me?

Gabriel released my hand as I slowly walked forward, and Myra ran up to hug me.

"Oh, Grace, we are so happy that you are alright! We got the call last night that you woke up, and we all rushed here to see you. It is a miracle that you are here with us walking. And from what I heard from Eli, both you and your sister saved the wolves in the clearing that day. I owe you so much for keeping my mate alive and safe." She hugged me tightly, tears slipping from her eyes as well.