The Alpha's Mate

Chapter-3

Ashley's POV

Blue Creeks pack was attacked. Zack is in this pack. He is my other best friend. And he is mated. I rush through the forest and reach their pack territory. I hide behind the bushes as I take in the remains of their pack house. It has turned to ashes. Shots are being fired. And someone falls down hissing in pain.

I know that scream. It is Emily's. Zack's mate. I run in direction of the scream. My pack is here with me. Blue Creeks has helped us through much. And now it's time to reciprocate.

I run and place myself near Emily. She was in pain. I rumble to get something done and so I don't notice the gun on my head. It snaps out of safety. I hear a click. I slowly turn my head to the owner. Its James, the beta of Black Blood pack. Cole's Pack.

He attacked this pack ? But why ? This pack was said to be one of the most kindest packs. Why did he do this to innocent people ? How dare he do this to innocent people ? How dare he do this and live ?

I was so engulfed in thinking that I didn't notice that the gun was lowered. I look up to meet the blue eyes. But I am overwhelmed by rage. I stand up and slap him across his face.

"You bitch. I should've killed you." James says and points a gun at me. Another gun is pointed at Emily. I rush to her and shield her with me. Then I smell it. Silver. They have silver bullets. Once you are hit, then only miracle itself can save you.

"Please don't hurt her." I know it wasn't the best thing but she has a mate. Zack was out of country for some work. And she was alone here. I called her everyday. She didn't pick up today and that's when I knew something was wrong.

She has a mate. Zack wouldn't be able to cope up if she died. I on the other hand didn't have parents. Only friends.

'And he indirectly rejected us.'

Winter says in a small tone. No one would be hurt if I die. Zack would be affected if she died. Besides she is practically my sister.

"Why ? Ugh...."

"I beg of you. Please."

Then he speaks, "let's go"

James straightens up and they leave. Leaving is there. Just like that. I turn to Emily and an expression of shock is written on her. She then changes her demeanour, like she has solved out a puzzle.

"He is your mate." Her statement comes out as a hoarse whisper.

"Yeah." I say

After three hours.
12:00 am

I open my apartment door and I am greeted by Bruno. No matter how crappy my day is, he makes it better. I then walk in my room and take a long bath. I walk out the balcony. Then a wiff of air passes and I feel a presence behind me.

I freeze. Unable to move. I know all too well who it is.

'Why is he here ?'

I don't know.

'You shouldn't have slapt him.'

I know.

I turn ever do slightly to meet his fuming blue eyes. He take a step forward and I retreat. My butt hits the railing.

This is it. He is going to kill us. He practically told us to keep out, but I didn't. And to top that I slapt him.

He doesn't faze. He still walks to me and puts his arms on either side of me on the railing. The only way to escape is to jump. I peek down. It's a long fall. But I am a werewolf. I will survive.

"Dont even think about it." Cole says narrowing his eyes.

I gulp audibly.

"What were you doing there today ?" He asks.

"N-nothing" I say. Big mistake. He growls. And let me tell you it sounds monstrous.

"Ashley" he says in a warning tone.

"She is my best friends mate. I can't let her die on him like that." I say. And mentally pat myself for the confidence.

"But you could've been killed." He says. Was that worry ?

"Well, she is more important. She would've been saved. She has a mate." I say. Come on. We all were thinking that. I just had the guts to say it.

"Why do you say that ?" His voice softens a bit.

"Lets admit it. You don't want a mate. Not me. And I would be more than happy if you rejected me and got it over with. Cuz honestly I know it doesn't affect you but it does to me. And it hurts. You might be cold hearted but you are still my mate. And that's why it hurts." I say as a tear slips out.

He studies me for a moment then says something I didn't know how to react to.

"Good"