Brick Wall

That jerk of an Alpha; I could not believe his words. It was having me question everything I thought knew. Turning around from the men in front of me, I stormed back to my room. There was schoolwork waiting to be finished and that would help me think about something else. My mind could not handle the new ideas and it did not take long getting me focused into my books and for the happenings of the day to briefly leave my mind.

"Ah! Completion!" With the final paper done I only had two exams and my schooling was over. There were no plans at this time for me to look at any colleges. Not being able to experience the whole package was not interesting to me. I honestly had no real plans for after high school. Many think I would be stupid for being like this. I was a grade A student, and I could apply to do whatever I wanted, wherever I wanted. However, I also knew that outside the werewolves, there happened to be no second gender. The school could not support me for my heats, in fact, no career could either. I thought I was okay with that and honestly have never questioned it before I met the Royal asshat and his fancy words.

My last made-up plans were in truth, to stay close to home and help my father and brother out. I was good at many things and could do many of the simple things that get forgotten and put aside until much later and run almost behind schedule. Pretty much I planned to be the pack secretary. I chuckled to myself thinking how I already snuck into that spot with my begging. My father and brother figured I had that line of thought and let me do it. However, it had been the last couple months, my father started pushing me to find my mate. Soon it was bitter memories of the past few weeks creeping back in, along with the day's events. 

Now some pompous royal ass thinks he is my mate. My father and brother must be so proud of their little one. They are not even concerned he is a friggin Royal of all people. They are just pleased as pie that someone claims to be my mate. I have no clue what can be going on in their minds right now. Would having a mate really be that special? Or is it just an excuse for them to get rid of me? I assume I would be expected to leave when he leaves after the ball. If I sense him as my mate, would I want to follow him blindly or is there more to the bonding? Fuck, I wish I had someone to talk to, that would not make me angry. Well, more irritated, I was really past my point as it was.

My education on the second genders was basic at best. Pull up fan-fics from free writing platforms and I bet they knew more than I did. To start, I understood that the Beta gender was neutral ground. They did not release any pheromones and did not react to them. Alphas. Ha! The most arrogant, possessive people out there. They used their pheromones for power. I think. It was not really made clear to be honest and neither my brother nor father did that to me. I do know that they have ruts that can be started when placed around the pheromones of omegas in heat and annually. Now for my gender. I know I have a heat around once a month. A little more often than the females here. I was told it was because I did not help relieve my symptoms. As if I would give in. I know that most omegas react to alpha pheromones and orders during this time. They do not even have to be the pack Alpha! I have not noticed this personally in day-to-day life but do try and keep in check and listen around my father and Jace as pack Alpha and soon to be. Omegas also tend to want protection and support. I guess I missed that memo too, because I hate the way I am treated here.

Looking out the window I could see the moon shining brightly across the grounds. Would I lose what I have, or gain more? My wolf surprised me by speaking out. "I like him."

"Of course, you would." I practically rolled my eyes at his comment. "Why would you though? Besides his looks and pheromones little wolf!" Though usually quiet I found my wolf was very adamant on speaking of this man. "Tell me facts you see, not what you smell."

Worried he could sense the mate bond before me, I could almost sense his tail wagging when he replied. "He is kind, wise and brave. A strong Alpha for us. He is made for us, our other half. That I am sure of, and you will too. I cannot fully sense him, but I feel something when he is close."

There it was. I groaned, even my wolf was against me now. "But a Royal? He could be so possessive I won't be allowed to do anything."

This had my wolf chuckle. "And you can now? He will help us be stronger." I could feel my wolf sit proud as he spoke.

"If you say so." My wolf stopped talking verbally and just finished with reminders of his scent. I decided I will remember it to keep my distance. No other reason.

Before crawling into bed, I had set my alarm for six, when I am usually still in bed closer to nine in the morning. So, when it went off, only after what seemed a couple hours later, I was confused at first. I did not sleep well. Shaking my head, I ran to turn my light on. Not being much of a morning person I had to make sure my alarm would not turn off without light. Quickly I got dressed before quietly sneaking down to the kitchen. Planning to eat and avoid all pack members and non-members today was key. Of course, I did not expect to smack into a brick wall as I turned the corner towards the kitchen.

"What the hell!" I looked up at my wall while rubbing my nose.

The voice to come from the wall, that was now chuckling, was the one person I did not want to see. "You're up early."

Jumping away I yelled more. "What the fuck! Why are you not wearing a shirt?" The view was enough to draw envy over anyone. The body before me was hard as rock. The chest and abs right down to the mermaid line perfectly defined for anyone's pleasure. You could wash clothes on those abs. I looked back up when he chuckled once more and I saw he had a shirt, but it was currently being used as a towel. "Seriously, do you not have your own cabin? Why are you here, and sweaty, and half naked?" My voice was a little freaked out.

"I went for a run. Your brother invited me for coffee. I believe that answers all your questions." He was smiling like a devil. His smile was actually nice, but I was mad at him. I could not stop and enjoy the view. Could I? "I was told you are not a morning person, and yet here you are, waking others with a loud voice."

Nope, definitely not stopping to enjoy the view. "I am not talking to a half-naked man." I tried to walk past but he quickly stepped over and blocked me.

"Why not? I am sure you see much more when you shift?" He grinned with suggestion, and I cringed. Stupid alpha.

I settled on glaring at him instead of ogling. "Let me by. As for shifting, I do it alone. I see nothing I don't want to." Ducking under his arm I ran into the kitchen to grab food and run back to my room. I had no plans to see anyone unless duty absolutely called for it. 

"Before you get too far Kash, I believe your father wanted to see you today." I could hear his voice yelling to me as I dug around in the fridge.

Running past, him the second time, now with some food in hand, I finally responded. "Yeah, well he knows where I live."

"I love your tenacity. It matches what I would want in my mate." I was not sure I heard him right, or if I wanted too, as I ran off.

Going back to my room I could now only think of the sculpted wall I ran into. "Shit!" Mind was so not heading in the gutter. I made sure to lock my door now that I knew an unwelcome guest was in the area and placed my food stash on the table. 

"Fruit, sandwiches and even some cake. Enough for the day anyways." I grinned until I realized I forgot any form of liquid. Turning to the door I now grimaced. Today was not going well for me. I knew he was in the kitchen with my brother now having coffee. Why did my brother even invite the jerk over? He has his own cabin for fuck sakes. Jace knows how I feel around others and should have gone to his cabin keeping him from me.

My temper was getting the best of me now and I felt it was a good time to get my drinks before I chilled out. Maybe I would be lucky and anger the Royal jerk enough to leave. He had better put his shirt on. Grabbing one of my baggy tees as a backup, I stomped back to the kitchen. Before I got to the door, I could hear Jace and the dumb alpha chatting like old friends. Oh man! He had better not be telling him embarrassing stories. Hearing a chuckle, I guessed he was.

"You know I can sense you standing outside the door. It is a mate thing. I do not even have to smell you, which I can as well." Just his tone had me imagining his stupid smile. My brother chuckled with his words.

I entered the kitchen and just as I thought he still did not have his shirt on. I threw the one I had on me right at him. "You are visiting. Have some decency to cover yourself!" I stormed right to the fridge.

His laugh had me want to turn back and glare, but I did my best to ignore it. It was Jace's comment that had me throw a water bottle at both. "Hmmm. Is it him caring for you or coveting you, I wonder?"

"Ugh! You are both assholes. I will be in my room, and no one is invited. I mean no one at all! I do not care if the building is on fire. Leave me be!" Grabbing my own water bottles I stormed back to my room, followed by the laughter of both. Great, my brother loves him.