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Amaras POV:

"I don't care, you ungrateful child" my 'mother' began "you will mate, and marry Marcus!" She turned and looked at me with disgust, "he was very generous is offering for you. Even after this horrid rumors of your failure."

I had to bite my tongue to keep from shouting at this poor excuse of a mother. My life hasn't been easy, not at all. Constant pleasing and really acting as if I didn't have a mind of my own let a lone a thought of my own. She never hesitates to-

My thought was interrupted by a slap and sting to my face, when I blinked a few times and turned my head to look at her, her hand was still curved in air. It was then I realized she slapped me but even the ache to my cheek did nothing to hurt me. I was immune to it, I suppose.

"Are you listening?!" She yelled at me.

I nodded and replied with no real emotion "I heard you loud and clear. But I still refuse to mate or marry him. He is not my true mate." Even though my voice was not raised, and I didn't show anger, sadness or any emotion I still managed to piss her off.

Her face turned red with anger, "a mate you say" she scoffed "no one will want you. Your a little slut, your ugly, obviously not bright and your weak." She shook her head in disgust and disappointment. "I don't know what your father and I did to deserve such a disgrace. Even your father and I agree you will not be Alpha." She looked at me expectantly but I sat there.

She finally shook her head, turned and slammed the door behind her. I let a deep sigh out, I felt the sting of tears but quickly blinked them away.

If I was weak, she wouldn't compare close to it. I lived in a hell hole my whole life and for what? I dont know what I did to deserve this but.... it was my life...

Hours passed as I simply sat at my small desk reading. I didn't have much in my room just a few books that were read so much that the ink had faded, as well as the cover. I think the only nice thing I had was my bed. And it was lumpy, and uncomfortable but it kept me off the floor.

I heard a faint noise near my door, so faint I was sure I imagined it until I heard it again. Cautiously I walked to my door and opened it only to see my only friend/maid Holly. I ushered her in and quietly shut the door.

"Holly?" I questioned.

She took a folded up envelope out of hee skirt and handed it to me, "I seen your name on it. I hid it quickly and brought it as soon as everyone was in bed." She whispered.

I smiled thankfully, grabbing the letter from her and opening it. I read it slowly.

Amara, I know it has been a long time since we spoke. Two years to be exact.

I am so, so sorry for not writing. I have had many things happen and have been so distracted. I hope you will forgive me once I've explained.

I am inviting you to come vacation with me. I hope you will consider. I have even gone and bought you a ticket, by time this reaches you, you should have one day to pack. Your flight leaves London Saturday, at 2am. I know that's late, but it was the quickest I could arrange. Please come. I miss you dear.

Love your friend,
Akira

I smiled brightly, the first smile I've had in a very long time. I missed my friend, I had wondered if she simply forgot about me but it seems that she didn't.

I looked at Holly and smiled as she smiled at me. "Seems I have a flight to catch tomorrow."

Holly beamed and patted my shoulder, Holly was older than me by at least 20 years. She had been a mother to me as I grew. "Good child. I hope you find what you need. I don't think Marcus is going to like this nor your parents."

I nodded thoughtfully "no. But I don't plan to come back any time soon. I will pray for you Hol." I hug her.

She hugs me back tightly "as will I child, as will I." She pulls back, a bit teary "get some sleep. You've a long day tomorrow."

I nodded and headed over to my bed, snuggling into the covers. All thoughts going through my mind as I closed my eyes and finally drifted off to sleep.

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Thomas POV:

I growled at the new pups in my training "No!" I bellowed "if you keep turning each and every time someone charges at you, they will always attack your neck! Do you want to die?" I snarled.

The pup shook his head vigorously.

"Then pay attention!" I snapped, continuing my training.

I loved my pack and would do anything for them, I may seem rough and mean but it was my job to teach the new warriors how to defend not ony themselves but the pack. They need to learn to think, stratigize and to react quickly.

I am the one to teach them, and Goddess knows I don't need any distractions. I could feel the heated gazes from the unmated females but ignored them. I only used them when I felt the need but otherwise I left them alone.

I trained the new pups for most the day until I seen them dropping or breathing hard. "Enough. We will start again tomorrow." And with that I left.

A few steps and I was interrupted by a mind-link from my Alpha Blayne.

Thomas, study. He said vaguely.

Not wasting time, I bee-lined to his study knocking once, then entering and shutting the door behind me. I observed the room and noticed it was only him and Luna Akira.

"Yes Alpha?" I asked.

"I have a treaty to attend a couple states away. I need you to look after the pack." He stated.

I was bout to speak when his hand silenced me.

"Alex will be with us, so do not worry for him. But..." he seemed nervous "Akira has invited a friend of hers from London. She should be here tomorrow."

I raised a brow and looked at Akira, she also seemed nervous. Akira has always been like a sister to me, her being 24 to my 27 I was protective of her. I sighed audibly.

"Blay... " I began only to get cut off again.

"Please. I don't want to have to order you to look out for her. This meeting was unexpected. We don't leave until later tomorrow so we will talk to her first. I'm asking as a friend, please watch over her."

And with that I couldn't refuse, "of course. What is her name?"

Akira chimmed in "Amara. She's very lovely. You two will get along wonderfully." She smiled.

I looked at her skeptically. Was she playing Cupid? If so I will only disappoint her.

"I doubt that. But regardless I will protect your friend." I said simply.

Okay so I've become a jerk, I had my reasons... will I tell my two friends? NO. Have they asked? YES. Does is make a difference? Most definitely not. I am who I am, and don't want interruptions in my life.