As we ran back to our territory, no one spoke. I wasn't sure if it was a good thing or not. Alex and Joshua, two of the pack's top fighters, ran in wolf form on either side of Asher and I. I could tell by their continuous glancing between me and the pup that they had many questions. None of which they voiced, it was something I was thankful for. I wasn't sure if I could answer any of them.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡGxM6f5BhtR
The problem with the silence was it allowed me to get lost in my head, which resulted in me asking myself the same questions. Why? Why did this pup matter so much? What was it about him that made me want to shield him from the dangers around us? The only answer that I could come up with was maybe it was because he didn't seem to have anyone else looking out for him, but even as I thought it I knew it wasn't quite true.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡRsHVTOAwj3
Looking down at the little sleeping wolf's form, front paws tucked under his head, his tail hanging off the side of the stretcher, helped calm me. His fur, which was this fascinating shade of gray had this shine to it making almost appear to be more of a silver color, had patches of blood and dirt mostly covering lower back. I wasn't sure why but watching as its chest slowly rose and fell made me feel content, almost at home.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡU7OlMkym8G
Once we neared our land Alex and Josh shifted back and took over carrying the stretcher.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡzPemVurxMV
Arriving at the gates, I was met by three young fighters and Griffin. He appeared to be scanning Asher and me, with concern clear on his face, to make sure we had no injuries. We didn't other than the larger bite mark on my leg, which was not visible beneath my jean and was nearly healed already. Then he noticed Joshua and Alex carrying the makeshift stretcher with the pup asleep upon it.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡoDn5zhUaOe
'Um...uh...??' That was all he seemed to get out through the link. Griffin's lack of ability to form a coherent thought almost made me smile until I looked back down at the wolf.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡdIl248mCuv
"Bring the pup to the medical building. Have Doc Havers take a look at him then get him settled in the suite that was prepared," I directed Joshua and Alex, as I began heading towards the pack house.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡj4kxqg1SNO
"Yes, Alpha," they both responded in unison, not wasting any time to carry out my orders.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡNbsbh1sbbh
'Care to explain?' Griffin asked through the link, knowing he shouldn't question me out loud in front of other wolves. I could hear the confusion and annoyance in his voice. He was mad that I had risked my life for some rogue pup.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡqp0Lr4TNGo
"Not really," I said aloud. I walked off smirking, knowing his curiosity was getting the better of him.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡjZtExTUzMI
I was exhausted, and a nap was in order. I had not slept at all last night since we were traveling back home the entire time. I knew I wouldn't get much rest if any, but my body was demanding I try. Once I opened the door to my room and saw my bed, the extent of my exhaustion became more apparent. I didn't even bother to change, only slipping off my shoes before flopping onto the bed. It didn't take long for sleep to come.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡnzUPLcReo3
'Logan!' I heard her calling me through our mind link.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡvOsvATAtHg
'Olivia?!? What's wrong?'copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡS0glENfzm1
'I am so sorry,' she cried out as she began to cough.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡhKBczmorAM
'Sorry for what my love?' I was confused, but only half into the conversation as I tried to fight off two wolves.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡu6AWCaPcEx
'I know you told me to stay behind.' The coughing continued. 'But I had to help keep our pack safe....you safe.' It was in that instant I realized why she was apologizing. The sharp pain in my left side, I had felt earlier wasn't a wound on my body but hers. My blood ran cold, and in the midst of a fight, I stopped frozen with fear. No, no, no, NO!!! This just wasn't happening. It couldn't be true.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡsxxJTcw8MT
Moments later one of the wolves bit into my ankle with a loud crunch. I could feel the bone being crushed under the force of his teeth, but that didn't matter. These wolves were stopping me from going to my mate. My Olivia.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡa3DMgd9EFJ
Without thinking, I let instinct take over becoming a bloodthirsty beast ripping and clawing at these wolves, tearing their flesh from the bone. I was a wolf possessed. What seemed like only seconds later, I was covered in blood surrounded by pieces of wolves.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡr9Q25sdVER
'Olivia, baby, I'm coming!' I took off following my gut. I kept telling myself this wasn't right how could I be losing my mate. She had told me only four days prior that she thought she might be pregnant. We had an appointment with the pack doctor the day after tomorrow.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡs7p0QidnrZ
I ran into a small field and just at the edge I saw her. She wasn't in her wolf form. I knew upon seeing her lying there naked in a pool of mud and blood, that her injuries were life-threatening, fatal even.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡhC3Voj9xXO
"Olivia!!!" I cried out, but she wasn't there. I was on the floor in my room, confused for a moment. Why was I forced to lose her over and over again?copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡhpX7r3AEZe
'Logan the pack doctor would like to speak with you,' Alex informed me. It was moments like these where being an alpha was the hardest. I couldn't escape the responsibilities that were constantly thrust upon my shoulders. I couldn't show the pain and sorrow that never left me.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡwrlVsceFAG
'I will be there in five.' I tried to hide the exhaustion and anger from of my voice, but I was sure it came through.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡERiHNH1WeZ
"Alpha," Doc Havers greeted me with a small bow.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡKwoIEQLeuK
"How's the pup doing Doc?"copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡs1cOWE1bkB
"While there was quite a bit of blood loss, most of the injuries have healed, and I am sure she'll be good as new a few days time?" I only stood there looking at the doctor with a blank look. Surely he must have been mistaken?copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡRZtaHgRId6
"You mean HE right??"copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡHXC5GgVruq
"No, I am positive the wolf is a female, and SHE is not a pup. See for yourself," He said, extending his arm towards the suite the wolf was resting in.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡcXrpMo3NAo
Slowing opening the door, I saw a young woman lying on the bed. I just stood there in shock.copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡprnTC4atMn
"GET OUT!!!"copyright protection88ＰＥＮＡＮＡAulcA1twtY
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