My Two Alpha Mates

Chapter 2 : The Search for Her

The forest was alive with the sounds of nature, the rustling leaves and distant bird calls creating a soothing backdrop. Ethan stood at the edge of a moss-covered creek, tossing small rocks into the water, watching as they skipped across the surface before sinking with soft plops.

"Can you believe it?" he sighed, his frustration evident. "Three years, and we're still empty-handed."

"Tell me about it," Liam replied, shoving his hands into his pockets and pacing beside him. His messy hair fell into his eyes, which he brushed away impatiently. "Every girl we meet is just... not right. It's like the Moon Goddess is playing a cruel joke on us."

"Right?" Ethan kicked at the dirt, sending a small spray of soil flying. "She could at least give us a sign. We're supposed to find our mate together, but instead, we're just... here."

"Yeah. It feels like everyone else is pairing up, and we're just watching from the sidelines," Liam said, crossing his arms and leaning against a nearby tree. "I want that connection, man. Someone who understands us both, who fits with us as a team."

"Exactly." Ethan picked up another stone, turning it over in his hands. "I guess I thought it would happen by now. I thought we'd know when we met her."

"Maybe we're looking too hard," Liam suggested, glancing at the creek's shimmering surface. "What if we stopped searching and just let it happen? Trust the Moon Goddess's timing?"

Ethan considered this. "Trusting is easier said than done, especially when it feels like everyone else is moving forward."

"Yeah, but maybe we're meant to find her when we're not actively searching. Sometimes the best things come when you least expect them," Liam replied. "And when we do find her, it'll be worth the wait."

"Maybe you're right," Ethan said, a flicker of hope igniting in him. "But I can't shake the feeling that we're missing out on something huge. We're supposed to share our mate; it's not just about attraction, it's about connection. We need to find someone who completes us."

Liam nodded, his expression serious. "Someone who sees us as a unit. That's a lot of pressure. What if we never find her?"

"Then we focus on being the best versions of ourselves," Ethan suggested. "If we can strengthen our bond as twins, it might help when we do meet her."

"Let's get away from the pack for a bit. How about that camping trip we've been talking about?" Liam's eyes lit up with the idea. "Just the two of us, away from all the pressure."

"Yeah! Just us, the stars, and the wilderness. We could hike, explore the woods, maybe even shift and run free for a while," Ethan said, excitement building. "Who knows what could happen out there?"

"Exactly! The wild has a way of bringing people together. And if we don't find her, at least we'll have some quality time," Liam replied, enthusiasm pouring from him.

Ethan chuckled, imagining their adventure. "We can build a bonfire, share stories, and let the night unfold. Maybe the Moon Goddess will decide to grace us with our mate."

"Or at least give us some cosmic insight," Liam added with a grin. "But even if we don't find her, at least we'll have fun together. That's what really matters."

"True," Ethan agreed, feeling a wave of relief wash over him. "You've always been there for me, and I want to make this trip special. It's about more than just finding her; it's about strengthening our bond."

"Absolutely," Liam replied, leaning back against the tree. "We've got each other's backs, and that's what matters right now. We'll find our mate when the time is right."

As the sun began to dip behind the trees, casting long shadows, Ethan felt a renewed sense of hope. "Maybe this trip will be the turning point we need. Who knows what adventures await us?"

"Let's make it memorable," Liam said, nudging Ethan playfully. "And if we don't find our mate, we can always start a rock-throwing competition instead."

Ethan laughed. "Only you would think of that. But you know what? I'm in."

With a shared sense of purpose, they turned away from the creek and headed back toward the pack's territory, feeling lighter and more hopeful. The journey ahead was uncertain, but together, they were ready to face whatever came their way.