Page 128 of Her Destined Alpha
Raihana had accompanied us as well, and we were heading to the packhouse where most single wolves who didn’t have their own places lived. We went through a side entrance that went straight to the Alpha’s work office. Knocking on the door, I looked at Raihana, who gave me a small smile.
“Come on in,” Alpha Rafael’s voice called.
“It’s going to be okay,” Rayhan said, kissing my lips as Raihana led the way inside.
“Ah, have you three been around the pack grounds? Tell me, Ana, how did you find it?” he asked, smiling warmly.
“It’s lovely. Everyone’s so welcoming and sweet,” I replied, tugging on the three-quarter sleeves of my top.
Rayhan took a seat and pulled me onto his lap. Raihana smirked, taking the other seat. My cheeks burned; his dad was right there! But after the teasing we got from his cousin and dad about disappearing from the party the other night, I thought I should be used to it.
“And they should be. Everyone is so happy Rayhan has found his Luna, and such a lovely, down-to-earth young woman at that!”
“You mean most are happy. So many girls are probably crying,” Raihana remarked. I felt a flair of possessiveness and leaned into my alpha, wrapping my arm around his broad shoulders, making Rayhan smirk in satisfaction whilst his father chuckled.
“Well, that is bound to happen, but they will learn to love their Luna too,” he said. I doubted that, but it was fine.
“Well, there’s something we need to tell you,” Rayhan said, caressing my waist.
“What is it?” Alpha Rafael asked in concern as he rested his elbows on the table.
“I know about Raihana,” Rayhan started. His father’s smile vanished. He looked at his son and sighed heavily.
“I see… I wanted to tell you anyway. I’m assuming Ana knows, too? Your mother mentioned that Ana told her that not all witches are bad.” He smiled at me, and I looked at Rayhan, who gave me a small nod. I had told him I wanted to tell his father myself.
“Well… Raihana may not be the only witch in this pack. My name is Delsanra Diana Silver, and I am a witch,” I said, my heart thundering despite my voice being steadfast. He looked at me in shock before realisation seemed to settle.
“Delsanra… the witch who-”
“Yes, the one Endora and the rogues kept captive. The one I thought died that day,” Rayhan said, the pain in his voice so obvious despite doing his best to mask it. Ever since he had marked me, the emotions I felt from him were so much stronger than my usual witch senses picked up before.
Alpha Rafael stood up and walked around the desk. His heart was racing, and the frown on his face made me nervous, but there was no anger or confusion from him. Simply sadness, guilt, and understanding. He perched at the edge of his desk and reached over, taking my hands and giving me a sad smile.
“I have heard from Marcel about your treatment… he often felt guilty for not being able to stop it. Endora, our mother, had him under her control most of the time. Unlike me, he isn’t immune to spells that influence the mind. I am sorry for everything our mother put you through. As her son, I know my apology is nothing compared to what you have been through.”
He gave my hands a gentle squeeze, and I felt my chest tighten with the emotions that filled the room. Mine, Rayhan’s, Raihana’s, and Alpha Rafael’s. He didn’t need to apologise to me for something he never even did, but there he was doing it anyway, and I could feel the sincerity and pain within him.
“I know an apology won’t take away that trauma, abuse, or nightmares, but know that I will always be here for you if you ever need me. Welcome to the family, Delsanra.” I struggled to fight back the tears that were welling in my eyes. How was I so lucky to have found such an amazing pack? I nodded, braving myself to speak.
“Thank you, Alpha.”
“I hope you start seeing me as more than just the Alpha. One day I will hold hope that you will call me Dad,” he said, his smile wrinkling the edge of his eyes. He tugged me off Rayhan’s lap as he stood up.
I looked up at him, and for the first time in my life, I felt like I had a parent. I couldn’t explain the feelings inside of me, but the warmth, love, and promise that held nothing but truth and sincerity made the tears spill.
“Papa Raf,” I whispered as he wrapped his arms around my shoulders tightly. I locked my arms around his waist, feeling the tears streaming down my cheeks.
“Perfect,” his warm reply came.
No one had ever wanted me. My biological father didn’t want me. No adult wanted anything to do with me. I was just a reject, an omen, bad luck…
That sudden thought made my heart thunder. What if I brought ill will to these people? No… I wouldn’t. I was not evil.
He massaged my back gently, and I realised it was the first time I was getting a hug from a caring elder. I moved away, and he placed his hand on my shoulders, giving me a gentle smile.
“Now that’s better. I always wanted another daughter!” He reached behind me and picked up a tissue. I took it, thanking him before Rayhan gripped my waist and tugged me back onto his muscular thigh. Raihana sniffed, fanning her face.
“Guys, seriously, you lot are getting me emotional!” she exclaimed.
