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.

as she threw her hands over her lips with a squeal and a mini jumping spree. "Oh

exactly mean she 'envied' me, so I blushed under words when my

I are

hell that means you've...How does it feel?" Her eyes held a teenager-like interest gleam, and I suddenly realized that out of all my 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 to the

later. Can we go

"Oh forgive my manners. Hi I'm Jody Conley. I'm a part of the Beta family. My older brother, Alex, is the Beta"

bit for some reason. "Conley? Wow" For the first time since we were left alone, Asia beamed. Like

smiled. "I take pride in knowing all the high ranking wolf families

indeed" Asia mumbled, still looking awestruck. I didn't understand

me. "You guys look alike" She whispered,

the same age too, so it never went unnoticed. It then occurred to me that if Emerald Pack is actually where my blood lies, Jody and I could actually be related. In fact, the whole Beta family of Emerald Pack could be

up, I always felt drawn to not just the pack, but them too. And from what Clarissa told me, My

now why-" Asia was cut off when the huge doubled doors flew open, and we were welcomed with the beautiful

living room area, where we used to sit and play or watch TV

Ty and Emma first, as they came to engulf me in hugs. These were Luka's siblings, who are twins, who, coincidentally, found their mates in the

I loved him nonetheless. And finally, Alex, my

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

to know if they were indeed

needed greetings with everyone. But instead of acknowledging Ty, her eyes were trained across the room. We all ogled her in confusion, and I was

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 like milk was spilled beside him, as it seemed he was coming from

was Asia's mate. She found her

as everyone else took notice too. I gripped Jody's arm as we both had an internal party

found their other half for the 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

asked, finally breaking the silence

he was across the room and holding her against his chest, with

Jody and I gushed in unison as

how long I've been searching for you" He spoke for the first time, and I noticed

He was going to

from Australia?" I asked just to be sure.

of his two brothers in Fullmoon Pack in Australia. He's gamma blood like Theodore. He just turned twenty-five too. I'm

I whispered

at it on a globe, they were actually

get 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

that she happened to come with me on this trip, and James just happened to visit his cousin's Pack for

Jody as new found excitement erupted in me. But

one in this room that hasn't found their mate?" She asked, and a series of chuckles went around the room. "Once Zoey leaves, I am travelling the world!" She drew dramatically. "I'm not getting any younger....Congrats by the way you two. So happy for you" She added quickly with a genuine smile at them as she made for

are my manners" Asia giggled shyly as James held her against his side. "I'm Beta Asia from the Truemoon Pack. Thank you for welcoming me into your pack and home" James gazed at her in admiration at that, and I just knew they both were already

mate bond. It does

We understand" Ty dismissed as he shook her hand. "Welcome to Emerald Pack. If you need anything, ask any of us or even Zoey. She

was here. But what shocked me, was how happy she looked at me as she bit her lip and pointed

my mate" She

"I know" I mouthed back, actually welcoming the 'girl' moment we just sorta had. Maybe this trip was for the

Jody promised she'd help me, and Ty assured me

found her

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