Page 170 of The Married Alpha And His Arrow: Vol 1

Bolt linked, “That’s what got her tender love making from an Alpha wolf. She said we were her home.” I admitted, “My heart has never felt so warm in my entire life.” Bolt growled, “Yes, the moment could only be better if you MARKED HER! Dumbass.” I grumbled, “Annoying mutt.” Bolt replied, “Correct mutt. And that’s correct Alpha mutt to you.” I had my lips on Lexi’s again. I stayed buried deep inside her for several hours.

My dad linked, “The Vampire King wants to speak with you at first dark Monday.” I growled, “Of course he does.” My dad asked, “What happened?” I explained, “Lexi’s friend who covered for Sally is the mate of his second.”

My dad said, “Isaac is telling me that’s not only his second, but the King’s child.” I admitted, “It is.” My dad whistled, “Oh good.” I replied, “Tell him we can meet.” My dad replied, “Thanks. Matt’s not answering Isaac. His link is blocked.” I snickered, “Susanna let it slip that Ted had a vampire fuck buddy.” My dad roared with laughter.

I picked Lexi up, “Let’s get you into a hot relaxing bath.” Lexi nodded. Kincade and Kevin followed us back in her car. The day was clearly weighing on her mind. I carried her inside, laid her on the bed, and got her bath running. She lazily stripped and climbed in the tub. I got in behind her.

Eventually she muttered, “We are so behind.” I asked, “On what?” Bolt grumbled, “Marking her and having pups.” I didn’t bother replying. Lexi sighed, “If this plan has something to do with my mom’s ex, then we are decades behind them planning wise. How can we win?”

I turned her head to face me, “I will NEVER let him have you.” It pained me to say the next part, “IF he gets you then you will fight while I will hunt him down with every ally I have. You are MINE! He cannot have you. I don’t care if that means Haley or Alpha Eric finds out about us. We will ALL track him down and bring you home.”

She nodded, “Please don’t ever give up on me.” I turned her around to straddle me. I assured her, “I will never give you up, Lexi Scott. I will NEVER stop searching for you, and I will keep my allies searching for you until you are back where you belong. I will never stop.” She smiled and nestled into me, “I love you, Chase.”

I stilled in shock. Bolt purred in my mind. She’d never said that sober. I replied, “I love you too.” She kissed me lightly, and promptly fell asleep. I snorted. Drunk and near sleep declarations of love. She was beyond mine. I got us out of the tub and dried off. I didn’t bother with clothes for either of us as I put us both in bed.

I spent all of Sunday with Lexi. Mostly eating and having sex. I had told my dad unless there was a rogue attack or fire not to bother me. He had laughed but agreed. When Monday rolled around, I didn’t want to leave her, but she just laughed and got ready for work.

I linked Kevin and Kincade, “Get additional warriors to join you today. Ask your other brothers and have the additional guards for Sally in place.” Kincade responded, “Getting Ken and Kyler.” Their mother was obsessed with all her children having the same letter to start their name. It was impressive given there were two more boys and two girls in their family. People joked they would have more. Time would tell.

I kissed Lexi goodbye at her car and ran to my office. Derrick was there with Sally, but Ted wasn’t there. Sally giggled, “Derrick, I need to go to work.” Derrick growled. I assured him, “The extra guards are in place. Opal and Willow are waiting by the car.” Derrick grumbled but walked Sally outside.

Matt nudged me, “Somehow, he’s worse than both of us combined. They are so adorable together though. It’s moderately sickening how insanely happy they are.” I commented, “That’s how people feel about you and Ted.” Matt chuckled, “You just can’t help it once you mark your mate…” I wanted to wince but didn’t.

He faltered then his eyes widened. He apologized, “I’m sorry, Chase.” It hurt but that wasn’t his fault. I shrugged, “No offense taken. I’m sure one day, I’ll agree.” Bolt grumbled, “You could agree now.” I questioned, “Are you going to tell me what you and Lexi talked about?” Bolt replied, “Marking her.”

I felt a pain deep in my heart. I sighed, “So she didn’t want to be marked then.” Bolt disagreed, “She wanted all of us to be on the same page. She’s fairly certain she’s ready. YOU are the hold up here.” His words gave me pause.

Eventually I told him, “Fairly certain is not certain.” Bolt retorted, “HENCE why she is not marked. I think it’s you though. I think she wants you to want to mark her.” I growled, “I WANT to, and you know that.”

My dad walked in, “Chase?” I cleared my mind and looked at my dad. He said, “Alpha Eric is here.” I asked, “Matt, you already got a meeting with him?” Matt scoffed, “Yes, hello people my sister is married to his brother. If we want something, we’ve got the inside track to the Conners family. You are welcome.” I laughed.

My dad closed the door then asked, “He can’t hear us now, right?” I nodded, “Right.” My dad said, “I invited Lexi to Thanksgiving dinner. I kinda stole your thunder, and I’m not sorry. You were acting like a jackass that day. If you ever walk out on your mate again without talking to her first, I’ll take you over my knee and whoop your ass boy. I don’t care how old you are. You do NOT run away, even if she does. You are an Alpha. BE an Alpha.” I gaped at my dad while Matt snorted.

My dad continued, “It should NOT take your Beta to convince you to speak to your own damn mate. You have fights, and you talk them out. Your mother and I sometimes took space, but you don’t just leave without a word, son. Especially not someone who was previously in a manipulative relationship. You should’ve seen the look on her face. Damn near ripped my heart out. Even your warriors, your STRONGEST warriors said OUT LOUD they couldn’t be mad at her when she looked so damn sad.” With that he left.

Matt linked me, “Your dad did always have the best exit lines.” I felt like complete shit. I admitted, “Yeah, he does.” Alpha Eric and Alpha Jackson walked into the office. Alpha Eric said, “I feel I see you so much now that you are home Alpha Chase. Actually, since my Angel has come into my life, I see ALL my allies all the damn time now.”

Alpha Jackson snorted, “It’s so interesting. I have never been so entertained. Our lives were downright boring before you met Haley.” Alpha Eric groaned, “Do NOT say that in front of Dylan.” Matt laughed, “Why? He would absolutely agree. I get DAILY updates on his fairy show. He’s lives for it.”

Alpha Eric pointed at Matt, “That! That is why Dylan can never know we’ve all realized how damn boring our lives were pre-fairy’s. We will NEVER hear the end of it. He’d probably sing a damn song.”

Matt laughed then agreed, “He probably would do that, yes.” Alpha Eric turned to me, “I assume I’m here about the plans to combine yours and Cameron’s packs.” I snorted, “You own the architect company he used, don’t you?”

Alpha Eric smirked, “I do. They are all pack members.” I rolled my eyes. Of course, they were. I said, “I want to plan a smooth transition. I figured I’d pick your brain since you’re the only person I know who’s done it.”

Alpha Eric admitted, “I’m lucky. When we acquired packs, and decided it was best to split out our numbers, they were in territories surrounding us. You and Cameron combining packs is quite smart. Let’s be honest, it would take years for him to solidify his borders. He wouldn’t fall because we wouldn’t let him, but this way you will be protecting your brother, and living under the same roof. I personally think more packs should do it. We are very efficient, my brothers and me. Besides, it’s rare if Alpha brothers or sisters aren’t close.”

I thought about it, and he was actually right. It was rare for siblings in a pack to be unable to get along. Bicker sure, we are still siblings; however, it was RARE for siblings to be unable to get along at all. Alpha Jackson spoke, “Eric came up with the plans for our packs. The hardest was Harold’s because when he came of age, we’d acquired the pack west of us. It was the natural decision that he lead them. We simply immersed them into the pack.” That did make sense.

Alpha Jackson continued, “After six months, we had enough members that we let a few of them move back closer to their homes with a few of our warriors who ran border patrols on that side.” Alpha Eric nodded, “Yes, it will be important that most of Cameron’s pack be in the new pack house. Keep some families and warriors stationed in their area in their homes with your own that you decide to keep there. Based on where you are building, it’s in the perfect spot. Both places are easy to get to.” That did work in our favor.

Alpha Eric continued, “I’d suggest you build a new school for the pups, in addition to your pack house and main home. I know the teenagers and junior high students attend public school, but when you combine the groups, you won’t want the pups running from one side to the other. It doesn’t exactly encourage intermingling.” It sounded like a well-oiled machine for them.

Alpha Eric nodded to Alpha Jackson, “We made that mistake briefly with Harold’s pack. They didn’t feel as though they were part of our pack because of it. Parents were worried about the run to school. The teachers were tired from having to be at school to prepare then run back to pick up their pups. That was a mess until we got the new school built.”

I nodded while taking notes on my computer. We discussed the other common pitfalls they avoided with Alpha Darrin’s pack once he took over after having the growing pains from Alpha Harold’s. We’d even had lunch brought in several hours into the meeting because the conversation had a lot to cover. Haley popped in. She crossed her arms, “It’s almost dinner time. The triplets DEMANDED I come get you. I’m honestly surprised Cassie didn’t just pop to you.” That would’ve been something.

Alpha Eric laughed, “I didn’t mean to be gone so long, Angel.” Haley smirked, “You’ll just have to make it up to me because you missed post lunch fun time.” Alpha Jackson raised an eyebrow. Alpha Eric asked, “What? I missed what now?”

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