Born in Fire

Chapter Twelve

*Caspian*

Kalama seemed to calm down more the further we got from her parents’ territory. She and Julie had spent most of the ride with their noses in Julie’s phone and coming up with ideas for Kalama’s Luna Ceremony. Occasionally, one of them would say Oh, that’s cute and Kalama would show me a dress or theme. I would smile, “Whatever you want, Love.” She would just roll her eyes. Another hour had passed when she showed me the phone again. It was a dress, dark gold in color. It flowed down to the ankle, with a split on one side that traveled to the waist. The top was a V, that would show off just the right amount of cleavage and supported an open back. I went hard at the thought of my Love wearing it. Her eyes danced as she looked at, and I knew she wanted it. “If you want it, Love. Get it.” She looked at me surprised. “Go ahead.” I urged. She shook her head.

“No. No, it’s too expensive. I can find something cheaper.” I opened my mouth to argue, but closed it, mind-linking Julie instead.

“Get that dress, it’ll be perfect for the Ceremony. In fact, keep track of everything she wants or even likes. Luna Ceremony or otherwise. Make a list and get it to the Omegas. She deserves it and more. Don’t tell her.” Without looking up from the phone, Julie replied.

“Already done, Alpha.” I smiled to myself. Julie was a great Beta female. She always seemed to know what anyone needed. I sat back in my seat, wanting to relax for the last thirty minutes of the ride. I knew with the Luna Ceremony and the situation with Elliot Haynes, the next few weeks would be hell, but I would make sure that my Love would have nothing to worry about.

The front gates of the territory came into view all too soon. Jackson stopped at the gate, rolling his window down for the posted guard, giving his rank and name. The guard sent a mind-link and the gates opened. “It’s good to have you back Alpha and Luna.” the guard said. I nodded at him, as Jackson pulled the car through and up to the packhouse. An Omega stood on the porch with Grace in her arms, Miley and Luke stood next to her, watching the SUV pull up. The two pups hopped with excitement as John, Julie, and Neal stepped out of the vehicle, rushing over with their arms spread wide. I smiled at them as Kalama and I walked hand in hand up the steps. The Omega bowed her head, “Jinny, has everything been prepared as I asked?”

“Yes, Alpha.”

“Very good. Tell Nani the Luna will have her lunch in our room.”

“Yes, Alpha.” I nodded to Jinny and led Kalama into the packhouse and up the stairs to our room.

*Kalama*

I looked at Caspian out of the corner of my eye, as he led me up to our room. He was up to something. He and Julie had mind-linked on the drive and though I wasn’t sure what it was about, I knew it had to do with what he had asked the Omega, Jinny at the door. He smiled as he opened the door and led me to the bathroom. The scent of vanilla and lavender was the first thing to hit my senses. I took a deep breath, relaxing slightly. The lights had been dimmed. Candles had been lined along the sink and tub rim. Their flame seemed to dance long to the soft music that played. The tub was filled to the top. Rose petals swirled between the steam in the water. I turned to Caspian, grinning. Caspian smiled back. “I thought you could use some time to relax.” Still smiling, I wrapped my arms around his neck and lightly kissed his lips.

“It’s perfect.” I kissed him again. He kissed me back.

“I’m glad you like it. Now, there’s towels in this cabinet here.” he said, taking a couple out and sitting them on the sink. “I also made sure you got your own soap, hairbrush, and toothbrush.” He took them out as well, laying them next to the towels. “When your done, there’s a little something in the bedroom closet for you too.”