Chapter 58

Blake's POV

People were talking, but I could only hear the ticking sound of the clock as time proceeded to move forward. I was bored to death with this meeting, but unfortunately had no means to escape as it comes with the duty of Alpha. I had to do a lot of stuff that I would rather not. At that moment, I was in my study with some pack members discussing renovations and supplies for the pack. Quite a few places needed some attention for renewal. It was necessary for them to discuss their plans with me, but at the moment, my mind was somewhere else or rather with someone.

I missed her so much. I wanted to see her face at that moment and whisk her into my arms. Oh, her sweet scent, I yearned. I hated that I had to stay away from her for this long, but what could I do? Duty calls. If it were up to me, I would pin her to my side and let her live, but I don't want her to end up hating me, so I will allow her time to enjoy her life as a normal person before she can be part of my pack as Luna. Mother was most excited about it.

I was glad that, in Brielle, she found a daughter. Not saying she will be Mia's replacement, no, she will be someone who can be there when she needs her. I can't say how lucky I am that she is mine, although, not officially yet. I had a weird feeling all of a sudden. I always anticipate seeing her but tonight is different. I can't help but have a good feeling. I'm just more than excited to be with her.

Once the discussions were over, everyone dispersed and went back to whatever they had to do, giving money for relief. I threw my head back and sighed. I had a long day. I just came back from a trip to the neighboring pack. Apparently, there were rogues spotted near their pack lands. I went asked for any of the surrounding packs to inform me of any unusual activities that were happening on their land and I personally came along to investigate.

I am happy. I dare not forget my dear sister. I made a promise to avenge her and I plan to stay true to my word. I had been looking for Rea, but it feels like she has fallen off the face of the earth. I wonder where she could be. I hated having to suspect her for having a hand in what happened. If only she could come to me and rid me of my suspicions. I know that my sister loved her, dearly, even if it was one-sided, and because of that I restrain myself from hunting her down like a dog and dragging her back here to give me an explanation. It doesn't mean that I will let this go.

She has to be found, and she will tell me everything she knows. If she is involved, I am afraid my sister will have to forgive her, but it will be the end of her. I will kill her. For everything we have been through and shared, I hope that I am proven wrong, and it doesn't have to come to that. Anyway, enough about Rea. I should get ready to see my mate. At the thought of her, I found the energy and strength I needed to get my ass off the chair a get ready to fetch her. I must say she was surprised by the dinner suggestion, but I was not complaining.

I thought of places to take her, but none could appeal to me. One thing for sure is that I didn't want to go to any restaurant. I've been to so many of the past few months, attending meetings and galas, which were draining. I just wanted something nice and private, so I asked my mom to cook her special dishes, and we'd have dinner on the glass bandstand outside the back of the woods. It's been a while since anyone has been in there, so I had it cleaned out for dinner tonight.

I went to check it out earlier, and it was to my licking. A round table and two chairs. I even prepared for after dinner. We are going to lay back and watch some movies while I hold her in my arms. In record time, I had finished getting ready. I checked myself out in the mirror. I was growing a beard. I should remember to shave.

I jogged down the stairs and stopped by the kitchen where my mother was joyfully humming a tune as she cooked. It was good to see her in such a mood. I worry a lot about her, but I guess she is slowly but surely getting better.

"Mmh! Smells delicious mother!" I exclaimed, hugging her from behind.

"Is it right? Have a taste," she says as she scoops the soup and pushes it towards me to taste. I briefly blew on it before having a taste. It was as delicious as it smelled. I smiled at her as she gazed upon me with anticipation.

"Well?"

" Oh, mother. When have you messed up? It's delicious but I feel something is different. There is something you added?"

She smiled. " No time to chat. It's time for you to go get my daughter-in-law. I can't wait to see her."

I can't wait to see her more than she does. I thought to myself.

I forgot that is what she loves to refer to Brielle as, her daughter-in-law. One would say she is jumping the gun but I can back her up with the certainty that I will get married to her in the future.

" Alright. I will go now. See you in a bit, "I said as I let her be and walked out of the house. What is said is true. Absence truly does make the heart grow fonder. I got into the car and drove off to fetch my mate.