Not Just A Luna; I Am Alpha!

Xander

As I dove into strategizing for the increased threats along the borders, the door to my office swung open once again. This time, it was Jack, his expression grave and urgency evident in his eyes.

“Alpha,” Jack spoke, his voice firm, “we’ve just received word from the Silver Moon Pack. They were attacked.”

My heart skipped a beat, the news hitting me like a punch to the gut. The map before me suddenly seemed irrelevant, as the safety of Chassy and her pack took precedence.

“What happened?” I demanded, and my voice was sharper than intended.

Jack relayed the distressing details. “Rogue werewolves, a sizable group, launched coordinated attacks. They seem well-organized and strategically positioned. Luna is leading the defense; it was over, but they had a significant casualty.”

My fists clenched as he absorbed the information. The difficulties the Silver Moon Pack is currently experiencing reflect the rising tension along our borders. It was an orchestrated assault, a direct challenge not just to Chassy but to the alliance between our packs.

“Call Limuel and the warriors,” I instructed my mind already in battle mode. “We’re heading to the Silver Moon Pack. We need to reinforce their defenses and drive back the rogues.”

“Nixon said that Luna didn’t want us to go there. Everything is over; it’s just that the foreigner Gamma is in the pack hospital.”

“Why?”

“He tried to save Luna from a crossbow aimed at her.”

“How the hell did a rogue use a crossbow?” I asked. They were known to be feral wolves who don’t have a pack, but I never thought that they would sort of use a weapon.

“Are you sure that it was aimed at her?”

“According to Nixon, yes,” he answered. “Former Alpha Jay was trying to reason out with her that she was already a target. And if I may add, before the rogue attack, they seized the vampires on their border as well.”

“A rogue attack after vampires? Are they conspiring now?” I asked. It’s hard to believe, but it wasn’t impossible either. The Silver Moon Pack had been attacked by rogues before, which caused their former Luna to die. She’s a human and needs a lot of protection, and she had that. Don’t get me wrong; I did not take it against her. Still, the rogues do something out of the ordinary, and that is to make a diversion. They usually charge at anyone they see, and acting like they have a plan is very unusual.

“What are we going to do, Alpha? Luna has to have someone to protect her, but as Nixon said, she’s not fond of it.” Jack said it worriedly.

“I know. I didn’t want to fight with her; that’s why I never insisted on sending you to her wherever she goes.”

“This time is different. The vampires are working with the rogues, and I had a feeling that it was their tactic as well. What if they knew that Luna is the Lycan that will stop those bloodsuckers?” It was exactly what I thought. If Silas didn’t know that Chassy was his mate, he might have had no idea about the attack. But if he knew and still did it, then I don’t think I would have a problem with that since I only want Chas for myself. I just have to protect her all the time, even if she doesn’t want to.

“How are the rogues in the city?” I asked. I need to know everything before I make my decision.

“That’s another thing. They were complacent and had not been doing anything at all,” he answered. That’s odd. “I think they knew that they were being watched.”

“I am going to talk to Chas about it. The vampires must have known your presence there. Because of our recent attacks of their kind, they must have noticed that they were under our surveillance.”

“Are we going to the Silver Moon Pack, or are we waiting for her here?” he asked.

“I’m going there.”

“I want to come.”

“No. You’re needed here. We don’t know what the vampires and those rogues are up to. Maybe we are under their watch as well and just making little sacrifices for those we killed.”

“Will you bring Luna back here? It will be easier to protect her if she’s with us,” he said.

“That’s true. But you know her. Still, I am going to try my best to make her come back with me.” I replied, “Tell Limuel and help him gather everyone. I have to say something before I depart.”

Jack nodded, swiftly exiting my office while I rose from my chair, a mix of worry and determination etched on my face. The mate bond pulsed with heightened intensity, a visceral connection urging me to move swiftly, but I had to meet my warriors first.

I gathered his warriors on the training ground; their faces were all serious, thinking this was a meeting about the pack’s safety and security, and the urgency of the situation had etched a serious tone across my features, and a voice resonated with authority.

“Listen up, warriors, I began, my gaze sweeping across the assembled ranks. “We’ve been facing a surge in vampire and rogue activity along our borders. Now, the Silver Moon Pack was attacked. Our allies need our support, and we won’t let them face this threat alone.”

The warriors stood tall, their expressions reflecting a mix of determination and readiness. The constant vigilance required in these troubled times had forged a resilient spirit within my warriors.

“We’ve trained for scenarios like this. The enemy may be organized, but we are stronger together,” I continued. “Stay vigilant, trust your instincts, and remember your training. The safety of the pack relies on you.”

As I spoke, I felt the undercurrent of tension among my warriors, a shared understanding that their actions would determine not only the fate of our allies but also the security of our pack. My mate bond with Chassy echoed with a subtle urgency, urging me to move swiftly and decisively.

“Limuel,” I called, turning to my second-in-command. “Continue monitoring the borders. We can’t afford any breaches here. If there’s any sign of increased activity, be prepared to respond.”

He nodded, a silent acknowledgment of the responsibilities I had entrusted to him. The clearing was filled with the quiet resolve of the Red Moon warriors, ready to face the looming threat that encroached upon our allies.This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.

“Warriors, mount up,” Xander commanded, his tone firm. “Be vigilant and patrol the borders alternately. I will be away, and I expect you to work hand in hand in my absence. I am counting on you.”

“Yes, Alpha!” they all replied. As the warriors dispersed to prepare and go back to their duties, I took a moment to gaze around. The afternoon air crackled with electric tension, and the distant howls served as a haunting reminder of the challenges we faced.

With my warriors at my side, I knew that the Red Moon Pack would be safe while I was away. Then I made my way to the Silver Moon Pack, determined to lend our strength to Chassy and her pack in the face of adversity. I just hope that she will come to me when I get back. And I think we need to talk about Silas seriously.