~Knox~
This pack was the most guarded I think I have ever been to. There isn't a safety measure Alpha Hector and Alpha Kaia haven't thought of and there's not much I can comment on. So why am I really here...
I was waiting for Alpha Hector and his Beta Riley, to finish their evening report. Jaxon and Jace must have put a good word in for me, I've been to packs to assess their security before but never had an all access pass like I do at the Dark Phantom pack. Sitting back, my eyes cast around the impressive office of the alphas...two desks sit side by side. There couldn't be a werewolf alive today that wouldn't be in awe of their power, both jointly and individually.
I grew up hearing stories of the Dark Phantom pack, tales that would leave most children with nightmares. But the truth is very different, the inside of the pack gives a much different feel to the reputation that is projected outwards.
A clever idea on Alpha Hector's part to aid in keeping his borders safe.novelbin
"Didn't fancy going to the party then?" Alpha Hector looks up from over his report just as Beta Riley leaves the room.
"Drunken 19 year olds? I think I'll take a rain check." I had no intention of getting drunk with a bunch of teenagers, those years are long behind me. However, there was a brief moment as the fiery redhead left in a mini black dress that my mind could have been one for turning.
I felt the urge to pull on my trousers as blood travelled south at the sheer sight of her. There could be no denying how incredibly attractive she was but damn...in that dress she was a knock out.
She stood out in this pack, not only as the daughter of the alphas, but as a redhead she unintentionally stole everyone's attention.
Anger washes over me from my wolf, from the image of her strutting out of the house in that black dress. Why did I care what clothes she wore, I wasn't her keeper.
"So, what do you think?" Alpha Hector places his report down on his desk before opening his arms in a gesture encouraging me to provide feedback.
Come on Knox, get your head in the game. Stop thinking about someone who you hardly know.
"It's the tightest I've seen in a long time, I don't really think there's anything I can suggest that you haven't thought of."
"Not even on the borders?"
"Again, I don't know what I can suggest other than higher fences, extra bodies on patrol or incorporating weapons if you were expecting a real threat. But you've not been attacked for what..." "Well over 19 years. But that's not to say we should get complacent."
Why am I getting the sense he is hiding something, even from his sons. Why invite me here when they are more than capable of continuing his impressive reign.
"Are you expecting an attack then?"
"Not necessarily...but the moment it is announced that I am stepping down as Alpha, Jaxon may find the borders an issue." I didn't really know what he meant by this, all new alphas have a period of adjusting and Jaxon has proven in training how steadfast he is in keeping this pack safe.
"I'm sure Jaxon will have a few teething issues but nothing to cause any concern. What about your other pack, do you want me to visit there?"
"The Clear Waters, that would be my mate's pack. It's just as secure, until Jace takes it over I have no real concerns. Unless my mate or my daughter visits..."
"Your daughter?" My back straightens, a move that irritatingly doesn't go unnoticed.
Fuck!
"Josephina hasn't made it clear which pack she will end up in. She expects to remain here but until Jace leaves...I'm expecting a U-turn in her decision." "You would let her go, be away from her family?"
"She'll be with Jace...but something informs me she won't want to be anything other than a beta."
"A beta, really?"
"It just depends for which brother. She can't be the beta of both packs."
"I had the impression she liked being at the hospital.." I start but trail off as his alpha eyes pierce into mind.
"You've taken notice?" His eyebrow rises as he sits back in his chair, his hands knitting together. My eyes hold his, alpha or not I'm not the type of wolf to back down.