Alpha Niall And His Lost Mate

England.

The land of Queens and perfect pinkies, also known as the country that I've come to love over all my years visiting.

For some odd reason, I wasn't even surprised when Clarissa told me that my answers were here, simply because since I was a child and was coming here, I've always acknowledged how much like home it felt. And it wasn't about how hospitable the wolves here were. It was more of an inner peace that made me feel at home.

What are the odds that ten years later, I'm here searching for answers that may lie in the very walls of Emerald Pack's Alpha house?

Still, I should've known that my sense of belonging at Emerald Pack wasn't just because I liked it there. Even though at that time, my wolf wasn't awake in me as yet, she knew this was where our blood lies.

If I was being honest, I was really eager yet anxious about what I'd learn. Will it be good? What if Vampires really do exist, and I'm part Vampire? Yuck. The thought alone gave me shivers.

Deciding not to think about it anymore, I peered beside me to see what Asia was doing. She was just sitting there, staring out the window with a blank expression on her face. She had barely said a word to me after Niall dropped us off at the airport.

We almost missed our flight, since Niall wouldn't let go of me. He squeezed the life out of me, and left my lips tingling from the long kiss he gave me. I could tell that he was second guessing his decision about staying home, and it was Ace, his dad, who managed to get him away from me.

Since then, the only words Asia uttered to me, were to ask me if I wanted biscuits or pretzels. She didn't look annoyed, nor did she seem in a mood. She just wasn't a good travel buddy. Then again, she wasn't a good buddy at all.

Why did I agree to this again?

Nonetheless, I simply leaned my head against my own window and closed my eyes, knowing we had a very long way to go until we reached the forested areas of England, where Emerald Pack sat.

The driver that Ty sent to pick us up was driving at a moderate speed, so I was anticipating a two hour drive at least. Knowing I didn't want to be awake through all of that, I simply snuggled into my spot and let my eyes droop.

The last thing I felt was a warm fuzzy blanket being draped over my shoulders, before I welcomed the sleep completely.

***

"Zoey? Zoey, wake up."

"Five minutes Victoria," I mumbled, snuggling more into my warm seat and make-shift bed.

"We're here silly. And I'm not your sister" The voice became much clearer, and I realized that it was Asia. It then occurred to me that we were in England, and I fell asleep on the way to the pack.

I bolted up as if fire was in my chair, as I whipped my head towards the grand Alpha house I hadn't seen in three years. My last visit was when I was fifteen.

Since then, I haven't been back, and I just realized how much I missed here. I also realized that my wolf, who was active in me for the first time ever since I've been visiting the pack, was so tranquil and purring. Almost like a purr that rumbled from my chest when I was around Niall.

"Whoa" Asia gawked as we hopped from the car, and the driver retrieved our bags, since they were just two duffle bags.

"I know" I chuckled at her reaction. Emerald Pack was indeed an 'Emerald'. Being the largest Pack in England, the Alpha house was something to behold. Niall's Alpha house was massive, but this was something else. It almost looked like a castle. Yet, it was so warm and homelike inside.

The doors burst open, and a familiar figure dashed through, running full speed towards us. I braced for impact as I met her half way, and we threw ourselves at each other in a fit of laughter and squeals. I missed her so much, and I haven't really been talking to her much like one time.

"Oh my gosh you're here!" She giggled as she hugged me impossibly tighter.

"I'm here" I confirmed. "I missed you Jody"

"I missed you too, Love. Oh my gosh you're gorgeous." She pulled away so that she was gazing at my face, and I couldn't help but beam brightly at her.

"So are you. I love you hair." I gawked as I twirled my finger around one of her curls. She had hair and skin like mine, but her hair was always something to behold. Whenever she had it loose, she looked like a beautiful lioness goddess. Her hair volume was probably twice as large as mine, but it suited her perfectly.

travelled to my neck as she threw her hands over her lips with a squeal and a mini jumping spree. "Oh my gosh you're

so I blushed under

and I are fully

close friends, I'm the only one who is mated. That makes me the only one who knew what being marked and having sex felt like. My eyes darted to Asia who was still standing off

you everything later. Can we go

her eyes finally landed on Asia. "Oh forgive my manners. Hi I'm Jody Conley. I'm a part of the Beta family. My older brother, Alex, is the Beta" She greeted

since we were left alone, Asia beamed. Like genuinely. "That's

Jody smiled. "I take pride in

mumbled, still looking awestruck. I

me. "You guys look

All my life knowing Jody, we've always acknowledged our strange resemblance. We were the same age too, so it never went unnoticed. It then occurred to

just the pack, but them too. And from what Clarissa told me, My dad could've been a part of this very Beta family. But, why were

off when the huge doubled doors flew open, and we were welcomed with the beautiful foyer

grand living room area,

to engulf me in hugs. These were Luka's siblings, who are twins, who, coincidentally, found their mates in the same pack some years ago. Ty became Alpha since his mate, Laura, was the only Alpha blood heir. And Emma became the Beta female, since Alex,

loved him nonetheless. And finally, Alex, my favorite Beta ever, grabbed me in a

quite a few things too, like tracking scents in human form. Something happened to his wolf years ago, so he couldn't shift anymore. He had to learn how to do everything in human

made me excited to know if they were indeed my

But instead of acknowledging Ty, her eyes were trained across the room. We all ogled her in confusion, and I was about to scold her for being this rude, but then we all slowly followed her gaze

didn't look familiar at all. But what I did notice though, was how he was looking at her the exact same way. A cup of what looked

he is, was

took notice too. I gripped Jody's arm as we both

first time. It was beautiful. Like the whole world had stopped around you, and only the two of you are existing. As much as Asia and I have never gotten along, I

Theodore asked,

the room and holding her against his chest, with his nose buried in her neck. She seemed shocked at first, but I was relieved when I saw her lips tilt into

unison as a

you" He spoke for the first time, and I noticed he had an accent. It wasn't British like everyone

He came to visit for the weekend. He

I asked just to

Australia. He's gamma blood like Theodore. He just turned twenty-five

they couldn't find each other" I whispered back. "They

at it on a globe,

the point!" I whispered shouted, watching as Asia giggled at something he said. For the first time since I knew her, her eyes held so much light. I always knew that all she needed was to find her own mate

this trip, and James just happened to visit his cousin's Pack

can't wait to tell Niall," I told Jody as new found excitement

travelling the world!" She drew dramatically. "I'm not getting any younger....Congrats

you for welcoming me into your pack and home" James gazed at

bond. It does that to

as he shook her hand. "Welcome to Emerald Pack. If you need anything, ask any of

But what shocked

She mouthed to me

just sorta had. Maybe this trip was for the best after all. I didn't need to be

until tomorrow for sure. Jody promised she'd help me, and Ty assured me that he'd help anywhere he can too. But for now, I'm sure we all could accept that the moment needed

found her mate.

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