A Gifted Queen

Chapter 22

Chapter 22

Living with Dylan

We all sit down to eat when Dylan comes in. What is that wonderful aroma I smell from my kitchen?

Alice is a very good cook, I brag to him. Would you like to join us?

That would be very nice. Dylan sits down at the table. You have omegas and guards eating at your table?

It is nice to have friends, my omegas and guards are just that. Besides, I really hate to eat alone. Doris gets up and sets a place for Dylan. Dinner is quiet, unlike the meals that I have become accustomed to. With the Beta at the table there is not much said.

Dylan clears his throat. Trying to break the silence that seems to be hovering over us, How is the nursery coming? Has anybody told you?

It's just the first week. I don't think they've gotten much done. I giggle at his obvious attempt to break the silence.

Well, if you want to go see the progress

I dont know, the doctor will be here tomorrow, we can check if he allows me to walk that far again. He has limited my walking and activities. He said I am getting too big, and I have to keep the pups in here as long as possible.

If he allows it, we will go and take a look at it together.

You are a busy man. Taking care of a very, very fat whale shouldnt be one of your top priorities. She waves her hands around her very big belly.

You are not a whale, Dylan says with a smile. You are carrying our future Alphas. I like to see a pregnant woman. They are beautiful. You are also.

Rays cheeks get a little red from his comment, Well, thank you. Anything going on in your pack that's interesting?

Everything is just the same as it usually is. No major problems that we cant handle. Ray has a troubled look, like she wants to ask something but is afraid to. Dylan sees the troubled look, What is it? You can ask me anything.

I'm enjoying your company, and I don't want to anger you. I look down at my hands that seem to be twisting knots in my napkin.

I promise I will not get angry; I assure you it is fine.

Taking a deep breath, I square my shoulders preparing myself to ask my question. I was just wondering if they were still looking for me or if they have given up?

Dylans isnt angry just sad when he answers. No, they haven't given up. The royals are still looking very hard for you. Micah, our future king has taken over leading the searches himself. He is bound to find you one way or another.

Micah is looking for me?

Dylan notices that his answer makes Ray smile, Wouldnt you want to stay and be our Luna? The pack loves you. I know the way things have gone is not right, if I could, I would change it in a second. Unfortunately, I cant. Please dont blame all of us for one.

I do not believe Alpha Adrian is my mate, I feel nothing for him. If he was really my mate, I should feel something for him. Also, you know how it's been here. Why would I want to stay?

Not all of us are like the Alpha. Some of us truly care.

I dont mean to make you sad; I hope you understand. The man that is looking for me, is the man I love. He's been my lifelong partner since we were children. I have always dreamed of marrying him and carrying his pups one day. I don't know how to explain it, but it's my dream in life. Its what I have always wanted.

Like I said, if I could change things, I would. I have watched you and you are a very special person. No one should have gone through what you have. I truly hope your dreams come true one day, and you find your true mate. Clearing his throat Dylan stands up. Early day tomorrow, I'm going to bed. Goodnight, Luna

Goodnight, Dylan. Turning to the Omegas, Get some sleep, Alice and Doris, Im going to bed for the night.

Sleep does not come easy tonight, like most nights. The knowledge that her family is still looking for her keeps her mind active. Mariah, do you think Ill ever be able to be with Micha again? That he could love me after all of this?

None of this is your fault, he will understand, and he will love you.

Thank you, Mariah. With Mariahs gentle words ringing in her ears a very tired Ray drifts off to sleep.

On the second floor, Dylan lays down in his room cursing to himself. Why would I do this to myself? Why would a have her in my home? I pictured waking up next to her in the morning, having meals with her, talking to her, as if she was my mate. I should not have these thoughts. He chastises himself. She belongs to the Alpha, but he doesn't know what he has. Hell, he doesnt even know if shes his. If only she was mine. He adds trying to justify his thoughts. All right, Dylan. Dylan, stop talking to yourself. Shaking his head trying to stop his wayward thoughts, Stop! Get this out of your mind! You cannot have her! With great sadness in his heart at the realization his dream will never come true he lays back down, rolls over, closes his eyes, and tries to sleep.

Six oclock the alarm went off and Dylan still hadnt slept. This is not going to be a good day. He said to himself as he heads down to the kitchen for coffee.

Beta, we have coffee made would you like a cup?

Yes please. Black.

Tell me what you want for breakfast. Alice is a whiz in the kitchen.

Thank you, Doris. Anything she has made will be fine. He takes two bites, This is good, you are spoiling me. I could get used to this though. He then heads out to the pack house.