“You will do this David. For years you have spent the time trying to be her friend, letting her get away with bloody murder, now is the time to step up and be her father” Aria growled out.
I didn’t understand why she just didn’t demand it; she is an Alpha of Alpha’s. But I had a feeling she didn’t like forcing someone against their will, it wasn’t in her nature.
“I am her father, that’s my little girl Aria, she would never forgive me” He argued back.
“This is the best thing for her, you saw how her wolf reacted to him, he calms her. Let him try and help. I’m not asking you to disown her. I am asking you to stand by me on this and don’t give in to her when she puts on the waterworks. Lily has you wrapped around her finger, you give her everything she wants and asks for just so you don’t upset her”
“I’m her father Aria I don’t want to upset her”
“You are but that’s not why you do it, so don’t pretend. You feel guilty for the past and she knows that and plays on it, you’re just too blind to see it”
Alpha David looked away guiltily. Not meeting her gaze.
“If you can’t do it for her, do it because I asked you too, if it makes you feel better, put the blame on me. Tell her I commanded you. You want to fix the past; I will forgive you for everything. Every goddamn thing if you do this. You owe me this much David. I was the one that raised her. Me. I kept her alive, I copped the beatings. I did that for her, so you can do this for me now. He is the best chance we got. This is it. If this doesn’t work, we may lose her David, I won’t lose my sister. So please don’t make me force your hand, if she knows you're against this, she won’t go. She needs this, whether she sees it or not. She needs him as much as he needs her”
Reid growled low at the mention of Aria’s past and I could tell Ryder was just below the surface lingering and listening in. I don’t know the full extent of what went on back then, but I knew Alpha David was a cruel man long before he changed for his daughters. Aria may not be his, but he was still technically her stepfather. Aria wiped tears that had fallen. It was clear that Aria may have moved on from her past, but she clearly hadn’t forgotten, I recognised the look on her face, she remembers everything, and I could tell in some ways it still haunts her.
I would recognise that haunted expression anywhere, my own past haunts me, I too moved past it but it’s always there lingering waiting for something to trigger it back to the forefront of my mind. I watched as her mate pulled her on his lap. He pressed a kiss on her cheek, both Reid and Aria instantly relaxing in each other’s embrace.
David hadn’t spoken and I could tell he was at war with his heart and mind. David nodded before looking at Aria.
“Fine I will do it, you’re right. I let her get out of control. I allowed this behaviour which I know made things worse, I will make it right Aria you have my word. I will do it for both of you” He said, hanging his head in shame before getting up and walking out.
I sat back relaxing in my seat. Everything was falling into place, tomorrow I would be taking my mate home with me, whether she liked it or not.
I wasn’t stupid enough, to believe that even if she did recognise me, she would come willingly. But at least I didn’t have to fight her father and Reid when I dragged her away with me. If they agree and she understands she doesn’t have a choice, maybe she won’t be as difficult.
After saying good night to Alpha Reid and Luna, I quickly made my way back into the bedroom, I removed my shirt before climbing in my bed, laying behind her. Lily instantly rolled over to face me. Her hand landed on my chest as she snuggled closer in her sleep. I gently picked up her hand, bringing it to my lips and kissing her fingers softly. She shivered and I knew she could feel the sparks I was feeling. She moved closer, her head moving on to my chest before she relaxed completely.
Chapter 8
Lily POV
The light coming in from the window was lighting up the back of my eyelids, I turned away from the light. Rolling over, not quite ready to wake up yet. I felt movement behind me before an arm was thrown over me. Delightful tingles running over my stomach, where his hand lay on the inside of my thigh. He pulled me closer, his hand pushing against my sensitive parts. I moaned loudly at the feel and I felt him stiffen behind me. Startled at what I did, I threw his arm off. I quickly sat up rubbing my eyes trying to adjust to the bright light that was filling the room. I could feel my face heat up with embarrassment at my reaction to him touching me.
When I opened my eyes, I looked around the room. I could feel Layla pressing against my skin, literally feeling my body vibrating as she stirred before waking completely. The Alpha threw his arm over me again, pulling me against him. His scent seemed stronger today, like overwhelmingly strong. I felt my heart rate quicken as sparks spread across my skin where his hand lay. Arousal flooding me. I looked down at the Alpha who was sleeping. I froze, paralysed by the realisation. He stirred slightly before rolling on his back and opening his eyes, staring up at the ceiling before rolling again and looking up at me.
My heart skipping a beat when his eyes connected with mine and overwhelming sense to touch him taking over, Layla jumping around excitedly as she screamed in my mind, the one word I never wanted to hear. “Mate” She growled out; my voice sounded distorted as I tried to stop the words leaving my lips. I shook my head.
“No” I gasped before jumping up and off the bed and running into the bathroom.
I could hear the Alpha getting up, then next thing I know he is banging on the door. I ignored him. Why oh why did I run into the bathroom? The window was much too small for me to crawl out of.
“I don’t know why you’re trying. Mate is strong and fast he will catch us” Layla purred.
“You’re not helping Layla so zip it” I growled back at her.
“Lily open up the door” I heard the Alpha say. When I didn’t reply, I heard him twist the door handle until it broke and fell to the ground. I prepared myself for what I had to do. I steeled myself for the pain, I knew I would feel rejecting him. When the door flew open, he looked at me. But I didn’t waste any time.
“I, Lily Blackwood Alpha of the Black Moon Pack reject”
“No” Layla growled trying to fight for control, smashing me backwards in the shower screen, as she fought trying to take over. The shower screen, raining glass down over me as it shattered. I crawled to my feet. Pain shooting everywhere, the air being knocked right out of me. Alpha Damien was growling low and deep in the back of his throat, but still came over to help me up. I shook his hands away before trying to repeat what I was going to do.
I took a breath. “I, Lily Blackwood” Suddenly a hand was over my mouth.
“Don’t you fucking dare” His voice was low dangerous. His eyes turned to that of his wolf. I glared back at him ignoring the sparks running over my body. He pulled me back into the bedroom. I fought against him but without Layla willing to help, he certainly overpowered me. He shoved me back on the bed, just as the door was thrown open. My father and Reid busting into the room in panic. Alpha Damien’s eyes never leave me.
“You fucking try to reject me again. I will mark you right now” He said, spitting the words out in anger. I glared back and opened my mouth, and he was suddenly over the top of me, his hand clamped over my lips. I could feel him trembling with anger. Why was my father just watching and not helping me? I mind linked him.