Page 128 of The Married Alpha And His Arrow: Vol 1

My dad warned, “You two are going to hurt each other. I can see why you fell for her, and obviously I know what she sees in you. Don’t let this drag out too long. The women in our family will NOT be on your side when it ends. They are not a group of females you want opposed to you. Believe me.” I snarked, “Noted.”

He studied me, “You don’t believe me.” I glanced back, “Do you know what one more thing means?” He shook his head, “Are you really taking a chosen mate? I thought earlier you might be but is that my future daughter in law in there?” I didn’t reply. He scuffed his feet, “Will you let me apologize?” I replied, “You aren’t allowed near her.” My dad huffed, “Come on!”

Derrick came over with equipment. Derrick said, “So, I’m interrupting this fun conversation, since everyone in the pack is hanging onto every word said. Check the pack link on occasion people. Seriously, Frank it has so many answers for you specifically. Changing the subject which may make everyone in the pack want to kill me, but dinner went that well did it?” I nodded, “So well.”

My dad laughed but stayed outside. Thankfully, no bugs were found. Kevin linked me, “Maybe they didn’t really want to give details to the wolves. They knew they were coming here. They knew it was the former Beta’s house.” I sighed, “I don’t think that’s going to matter.”

Kevin, Kincade, and Derrick left, and we finished dinner. The rest of the meal went smoothly. When Lexi made her exit, I did too. I nodded to the hostess, “Everything was lovely, Isabella. Tony, Anne, I will be in the touch with the Hood, but you and your family, outside Amelia and Andrew, are welcome here to visit the pack anytime.” They nodded, their expressions showing gratitude.

I took off after Lexi. I couldn’t stay with her right now, but I made sure she knew from my kiss she was in for it later tonight. Lexi said she was going to run by her P.O box. I’d forgotten to try to convince her to move it to one in my own territory. She raced Kevin and Kincade to her car. She’d taken them by surprise. I had to laugh. I linked them both, “Be careful. Her P.O. Box is in Alpha Sophia’s territory.” Both linked back, “Yes, Alpha.”

My dad commented, “She is fast.” I agreed, “She is.” My dad said, “You’re a damn lost cause, Chase. You’re head over heels for her. If she’s your chosen, I support you. I just want you to be happy.” I didn’t say anything. Isabella huffed, “Pack link, Frank. Just listen to the pack link. It will help you; I swear.”

I left and headed into my office with Matt, Ted, and my dad on my heels. Derrick was already waiting. He unmuted the phone, “Here he is now.” The Hood’s voice came through the phone, “I apologize for my people’s behavior and actions, Alpha Chase. I have sent scouts to Nashville. We will assist you where we can. Amelia and Andrew truly believe they were approached by rogues.”

I commented, “That’s very unlikely.” The Hood was quiet before he said, “You already have an idea.” I admitted, “I do. I killed a man whose brother is a Gamma down there for putting hands on what wasn’t his.” The Hood laughed, “I heard about that. You did have to defend your sister-in-law as I heard it. That was your reason, right?”

I ground my teeth. He knew it was about Lexi. I lied, “Yes, it was.” My dad linked, “Who the fuck touched Reagan?” He was seething. I answered, “Gamma McCann’s brother.” My dad fumed, “That pack has no damn respect. Why didn’t anyone tell me? I’m going to call your brother later and give him what for.”

I heard Isaiah say to the Hood, “Lexi is on the other line for you.” My dad tilted his head at me. The Hood said, “Duty calls.” Heath hung up. My dad commented, “Your girlfriend has the Hood’s direct line and calls him more than once a day. Son, is your girlfriend related to the Hood?” I didn’t answer, “That’s still not up for discussion.” My dad went to protest, but I was focused on my Beta.

He looked like he’d eaten something sour. I asked, “Matt, WHY are you making that face?” Matt sighed, “Kincade and Kevin spotted Beta Alfred Jr. Apparently, he’s taken with Lexi.” I growled, WHAT?!” My dad glanced sharply at me. Bolt growled at him and his eyebrows shot up.

We all heard what sounded like a shot. Ted asked, “Where was that?” I offered, “It could be nothing. Our warriors would link if it was us. Derrick had the patrols running more often.” Matt’s phone lit up. He winced as he said, “Chase, shots were fired in Alpha Sophia’s territory.” I shouted, “WHERE?”

More shots rang out and then we all heard an explosion. My dad said, “I’m sure she’s fine, son.” I was already out the door. I shifted with Matt right behind me. Ted flashed by us both. I reached the place I knew where Lexi’s P.O. Box was.

I jumped on a demon that was flanking Kincade. I linked, “Where’s Kevin?” Kincade said, “I ordered him to get to Lexi. I tried to follow, but they just kept getting in the damn way.” I asked, “Where did she go?” I killed two more demons.

Sophia showed up, but I couldn’t be bothered to talk to her when she shifted back. Kincade linked, “She’s hit. I don’t know where we were thrown away from her.” I howled in anger and pain. I took off again. I knew Matt was behind me.

He linked me, “Lexi will go to Haley and you can’t go there.” I growled, “FUCK OFF!” We came across body after body. Lexi was fighting her way out of this. What was odd is the demons were being killed in two different methods. One was a small blade, and the other was a larger blade. Possibly a machete.

The smell of Lexi’s blood was seared into my nostrils. I reached the border with Alpha Eric when I was hit. I sat up growling. I shifted back, “WHAT THE FUCK, CAMERON?!” Cameron told me, “You can’t go over there.” I growled, “SHE WAS SHOT!”

Matt said, “Kevin is there. He said Haley popped her away. She’s not there anymore!” I roared, “WHERE DID SHE GET SHOT?” Matt sighed, “The shoulder and side. Kevin thinks it hit a lung she was coughing up blood.” My tone was lethal, “WHO DID THIS?” A flash went by us.

I yelled, “PLUG YOUR GODDAMN LEAK, YOU ASSHOLE!” Cameron cautioned, “Maybe this is not the best time to yell at the Hood himself.” I tried to push past him, “It’s the perfect time to yell at him. This is his damn fault! Let me go over there!”

Matt got in my way, “Kevin linked that it’s over. They’ve killed them all.” I snarled, “Then, where is she?” They didn’t answer. Bolt took over, “ANSWER MY HUMAN! WHERE IS SHE?! BRING HER BACK TO ME NOW!”

My dad spoke softly, “Son, come back to the house.” I growled at him. My dad tried again, “Bolt, let Chase come back.” Bolt glared at him, but eventually retreated back in my mind. I told my dad, “You go back to the damn house!”

Kevin ran to the border and shifted. Kincade had just joined us too. Kevin winced, “Alpha Eric is keeping patrols from our border. He doesn’t want to know if anyone’s here.” I growled, “WHERE IS SHE?”

Kevin explained, “The Princess took her to the Hackura realm. Alpha Eric said she would bring her back shortly. Kincade and I will wait outside Lexi’s house.” Matt offered, “You can wait with Ted and me at his place.”

At that moment, a blur ran up to Matt. Ted was flushed and crying, “This damn night keeps getting worse.” Matt hugged him, “She will be fine. Haley has her.” Ted said, “I know.” Suddenly, we all heard another explosion followed by shrieks of pain.

We took off running and came up on a scene of complete chaos. Three witches with their hair on fire. One was somehow in a tree being suffocated. The other was being held down by the grass that grew long enough to hold someone. The third was being electrocuted by the barrier at Lexi’s.

Haley’s voice boomed, “I WILL GET ALL OF YOU WITCH BITCHES. I WILL PUT YOU IN A FUCKING DITCH! YOU’VE BEEN MARKED! YOUR DAYS ARE NUMBERED!” I looked around but didn’t see Haley anywhere.

I linked Matt, “Get warriors here to do something to their hair that’s on fire. I’ll be at the house pacing.” I turned and ordered, “Ted, go inside Lexi’s place and call the minute Haley leaves.” Ted agreed, “Sure thing, Alpha man.”

Cameron came with me. We hadn’t even made it to the house when the screams of the witches intensified. Matt linked, “Haley brought Lexi back. She’s fine. Haley is taking the witches with her.” I replied, “Whatever gets her to leave.” Matt said, “She’s saying goodbye to Lexi and she’s gone.”

I left Cameron in my dust. I shifted and ran back with everything I had. I saw her from behind first. I shifted back into human form and pulled Lexi into my arms. I breathed in her scent, “Don’t do that to me again.”

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