Three's a Lucky Number, Right?

Chapter 2: Johnson

I have yet to find my mate and it's time to meet with the other pack. Nevertheless we must meet. I wonder if the packs new alpha meet her mate yet.

The higher ranks are all around the oval table waiting for the pack to arive. When they arrive a smell fills my nose and my heart rate picks up. I look to my father with a shocked face and he returns it. The alphas and Luna of the Blue Moon pack walk in first. My eyes land on the female alpha and I feel the pull, but it's weak. Why's it weak? My question was answered when I look beside her to see a petite girl beside her, clutching on and see my mate kiss her head. A growl leaves my throat and everyone looks at me. My mate meets my eye and her eyes widen. She unlocks the girl from her side and walks to me. I take a few steps back, my mates eyes fill with pain. I look up from my shoes and say aloud,

"Excuse me everyone, I need to have a word with the alpha of the Blue Moon pack... and bring the mate too Mrs. Alpha."

I say the last part with venom. Walking out of the room I take a left and walk to the living room. I see a few lower ranks and I ask them to give me a moment through the pack mind link. They leave as I have asked and soon it's just me and my mate, oh yeah, who am I to forget, her mate.

I sit down with my legs crossed on the couch. My mates eyes rake over my body and my wolf howls in pleasure at the hunger in her eyes. I push my pending submission down and clear my throat. Her mate hides behind her as I glare.

"H-hello..."

Her voice is like a melody, and I only hate her more.

"Shh, Cammy. What's your name, sweetness?"

I scoff and roll my eyes.

"Oh please. Save the sweet talk. What's your mates name? Huh? Oh is that a fucking mark I see?! Did you really mark her?! You never even gave me a chance!!"

By now I'm standing with my fists clenched at my sides and tears stinging my eyes. Mates eyes widen in surprise and the girl, Cammy, only hides behind her.

"Look, I know you're angry-"

"DO YOU?! HOW WOULD YOU FEEL IF I MARKED SOMEONE ELSE?!"

Her eyes change to a dangerous shade of blue and I feel my submission surface. She stalks across the room and pins me to the couch.

"Never, ever say that again. You're mine!"

A tear falls from my eye.

"Then why did you mark her." But it comes in a whisper.

Her eyes soften and she leans down, kissing where the tear fell. She stands and brings me up with her. Picking me up, forcing me to wrap my legs around her waist. But I refuse to wrap my arms around her neck, instead I cross them over my chest and look away from her. She sighs and says,

"Get out."

I feel my heart break until I realize she's speaking to the girl.

"Yes Alpha Iris."

Iris?

"Iris?"

She looks at me and smiles.

"Hey doll, I'm Iris, your mate. What's your name?"

My heart can't help but flutter at the name. But I don't let it show. Instead I try to wiggle out of her grip, but she's stronger then me. Her wolf growls and holds me tighter.

"At least let me stand!"

She agrees and sets me down, but keeps her arms wrapped around my petite waist. I shiver in her hold and I see her smirk. I keep my arms folded at my chest to avoid wrapping them in her hair and kissing her senseless.

"I won't tell you anything until I get answers. Who is she?"

Iris brings one arm up and starts stroking my cheek. She looks pensive for a moment before she speaks.

"Her name is Carmen. I meet her six years ago. Me marking her was a drunken mistake. Though, I have to be honest, when I didn't meet you for a few days after my crowning I considered announcing her as Luna to the pack. But I wanted to wait until after this meeting. And I'm so glad I did. You're truly beautiful. Perfect."

My cheeks heat up and I feel my wall start to crack.

"Won't you still love her? You marked her Iris. You'll never truly be mine."

She leans down and snuggles her face into my neck. She breathes deep and her body shivers before she stands again. One of my hands comes undone and find their way to her shirt, clutching tight. I notice then that she's wearing a suit. And damn, she looks sexy. She looks way different then me, I'm wearing a summer dress, it's pretty short too. I never noticed. I try to pull it down but it only draws her attention to the size. Her eyes fill with anger and hunger.

"Renesmae."

She gives me a funny look.

"My names Renesmae. Renesmae Johnson."

Then smile she gives is so happy I can't help but smile back.

"I had my mother do some digging. She knows how to remove Cammys mark. Please, I never meant to hurt you, mate. I'll do anything and everything to fix this. Just give me a chance, I'm so sorry. I need you."

Her eyes are sincere and I know she means it. I take her hand in mine and walk us back to the meeting room.

I burst in and immediately everyone's eyes are on us. I hold up our intertwined hands and announce

"I've found my mate!"

Everyone starts cheering but I see my mates eyes drift to Cammy. Noticing a small pain in her gaze I give her a small nudge to her. She looks at me for a moment before giving me a kiss on my head and walking away. I watch her approach Cammy and imbrace her, but her father is soon in my sights.

"Congratulations Alpha Renesmae. I know my daughter will treat you right, and I hope you'll do the same."

We both give an 'alpha' nod and he walks away, letting everyone else pay me a congratulations. But I really just want to talk to Mate. I have something to discuss. I want a concert at our mating party. And I want Cammy to sing at it. I know, it sounds ludacris, but her voice is angelic and I know she wants a proper chance at a goodbye to my mate. I'm not a monster, they can still be friends. And even one last night together, but it ends in two days. Alphas mating is serious and the party will be tomorrow. As will the removal of her mark. And before it's removed and my mate feels nothing for her anymore I want them to get a chance at a goodbye. Feeling the deep connection they have for each other I know they both need this. However it will be a secret that she sings. I will just tell Mate that I want to sing. I don't want to seem insensitive. And I want no awkward feelimgs. Everything will be perfect for all of us. Especially Cammy, she deserves no harm.