Page 54 of He Claimed Her Heart

“Listen to Alpha Elias. You need to calm down honey.We have a plan in motion. Just stay alert and stay close to Alpha Elias. You have your protection detail. You will be safe. I promise,” dad declared as he let out a long breath himself.

“I’ll be careful dad.Aren’t I always? Anyways, why call tonight? What’s up?” I inquired with confusion in my voice.

“Put me on speaker Bree. Alpha Elias needs to hear this as well,” dad commanded in his authoritative voice.

“Alpha Elias, Alpha Bennett hascommanded me to advise you that Ann Wentworth, former Beta Female of the Blackhawk Pack now Rogue has gone missing and has been spotted near your territory. She has ill intentions towards Breonna Mathis, my daughter. You are being asked as an ally to take necessary steps to insure her safety and the safety of your pack. Do you have any questions of me, Alpha Elias?” dad asked Alpha Elias.

“Yes, Beta Theo, I do. Does she have anyone accompanying her? If so, what are their numbers?” inquired Elias.

“Unknown if she acquired any assistance, Alpha. We just know she was last seen headed towards your territory,” dad lamented with a sad sigh.

“Understood. I’ll make the necessary arrangements.I’ll keep her safe. You have my word. Now, if you’ll excuse me. I need to be excused,” Elias hastily added before exiting the suite to make the necessary arrangements to security.

“Dad,are you okay? You sound tired. Have you been getting enough sleep at night?” I questioned him worried about him since I wasn’t there to take care of him.

“I’m okay Puddin’. It’s just been a long day.I’ll get a couple of hours of sleep tonight. You shouldn’t worry though, you’re well protected. No one is going to get near you. Try to get some sleep tonight. We all know how you are when you don’t get at least 6 hours of sleep,” dad chuckled at his comment.

“Ha, ha. Very funny dad.I know I am grumpy and grouchy when I don’t get at least 6 hours of sleep, but at least I own up to it. Tom doesn’t own up it. Try to get some rest. Please dad. I worry about you,” I pleaded with him like I was a five-year old again.

“I will try. I promise. Good night, love you Puddin’,” dad said as he sighed.

“Good night dad,love you,” I replied as I hung up the phone and placed it on the coffee table.

Elias came back fifteen minutes later.He announced that he tightened his patrols and had everything taken care of. He looked a little stressed, but still managed to have that carefree look about him. I guess that part of his alpha training, how to exude confidence in face of danger or times of turmoil. Elias came over and wrapped his arms around my waist and inhaled my scent.

“Now, where were we before we were interrupted by a phone call? Hmm?” he chuckled as he started to pepper my neck with sweet, soft kisses.

“I believe you were kissing my neck like you’re doing now,” I replied softly as I wrapped my arms around his neck. “Elias?”

“Hmm?”

“Elias? Why are you trying to devour my neck?” I mewled against his chest.

“I like the way you taste. I can’t get enough of you.I want to taste more of you, but I don’t know if you will allow me to do so,” he mumbled as continued his soft assault of my neck.

“Elias, slow down, we have all week to get to know each other better. That’s the goal. As you know, I’m new to all of this. I don’t normally rush into anything. I do feel a connection with you, but I want to get to know you more, does that make sense?” I questioned him as I searched his eyes for an answer.

“That makes perfect sense. And I totally get it.It’s getting late, how about we call it a day and go to bed? Hmm?” Elias replied as held me close to him.

“Yes, that sounds like a plan. I could use some sleep,” I whispered as Elias led me to my bedroom.

“Here you are. I’mnext door if you need me. Good night, Bree,” Elias whispered as he softly kissed me on the lips.

“Good night, Elias” I whispered after he released me from our kiss. I opened the door to my room and entered. I closed the door and went to the bathroom. I began my nightly routine of brushing my teeth, brushing my hair, washing my face, and then putting on my pajamas. I went into the bedroom; I pulled back the covers and climbed in. The sheets were so soft and silky, what would I expect from the alpha suite.

As I laid down, all the day’s events kept playing in my head. I enjoyed being around Elias. His touch, his kisses, his voice, and his presence. Basically, everything about him I liked. The same thing could be said about Drake. I am literally torn between two alphas. If this week progresses like today did, how am I going to choose between the two of them?

Sleep doesn’t come easy for me.I get up after about two hours of tossing and turning in the bed. I go and sit in the chair by the window. I finally get comfortable when I hear a soft knock on my door. Elias opens the door and steps in

“Bree, are you okay?I heard you tossing in bed,” Elias stated as he approached me in the chair.

“Yeah,I just can’t seem to turn my brain off tonight. It doesn’t help that my psycho mother is out there somewhere lurking about.” I declared clearly frustrated as I stayed tucked into the back of the chair.

Elias kneeled beside the chair and began to stroke the side of my face with his hand. “Hey, it’s alright. You’re safe here. No one is going to hurt you or get to you. I’ll make sure of it. Do you want me to stay with you? To hold you to help you feel safe?” Elias offered softly continuing to comfort me.

I just looked at him for a moment. He looked so sincere andconcerned. “That would be nice. Thank you,” I mumbled as I tried not to cry as I looked into his eyes.

“Hey, it’s okay to ask forhelp. Even if it’s for someone to hold you. I understand what it’s like to feel alone. Come on, let’s get you to bed,” Elias stated as he picked me up bridal style and carried me to the bed. He gently placed me on the bed. He went around the other side and slid in. He pulled the covers up over us. He gently placed his arm around my waist and pulled me into his chest. I felt his warmth and heartbeat. My back was against his chest, my head rested on his arm.

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