Her Forbidden Alpha

Chapter72　Moving Forward

The following day came before Scarlett was even prepared for it. Breakfast was over and everyone was going to gather at the training grounds. Scarlett and Elijah were the first ones there. Just being here left a bitter taste in her mouth, the memories were hard to swallow, and she couldn’t wait to get out of here.

“Relax kitten.” Elijah said rubbing her arms, sensing her emotions. She closed her eyes and sighed.

“They will be here soon, and I don’t know if they’ll be willing…”

“Willing for what? Care to share your plan?” He asked quietly. Scarlett opened her eyes realising he hadn’t once asked her what she wanted to do or pressurised her into combining packs. In her emotional state last night, she had forgotten to even discuss it with him.

“Sorry, things have been crazy. I forgot to even ask you.” She said leaning into his chest. “I want to ask the pack to combine with yours… If that’s ok of course. Zidane had businesses that are mine and Indigos now. If we sell this land, the mansion, the cars and other assets we can construct more houses down that side. There’s a lot of empty lands that we can buy near our pack grounds. I am sure many would love to move to a new location. For a fresh start. And those who don’t, we can give them a choice to settle in another pack and we can help them settle there.”

She now looked up at him wondering what he thought, her breath hitched in her throat when she saw the strong emotions clouding in his eyes.

“Hell yeah, that’s fucking perfect.”He said softly hugging her tighter, she closed her eyes relieved. She could hear his thumping heart and knew he had been scared she’d want to stay here. But also, didn’t want to tell her what to do. As an Alpha she knew how he loved control but for her, he kept himself in check. Allowing her to make her own decisions – it was one of the things she loved about him.

“I love you handsome.” She said reaching up, he bent down their lips meeting in a kiss sending rivets of pleasure rush through them both, the sizzling sparks of pleasure every time they touched. The sound of footsteps made them part and Elijah gripped her hips, pulling her against his front.

“Stay close.” He said smirking, she bit her lip thinking he was so distracting!

“Then you better behave.” She said giving him a glare.

“I’ll try.” He said as the first pack members began to approach. They could smell the fear, anxiety and uncertainty radiating off them. Scarlett felt her gut twist with guilt at the way they looked at her in fear. These people needed help long ago, she only wished she had been able to do something sooner.

She smiled at a few children who simply kept their heads lowered, the only ones who dared to look up at her were the omega children she had ran into on her last visit. Their eyes were wide as they looked at her curiously, despite their mothers holding on to them tightly.

Scarlett waved at them and motioned them over. Not missing the fear in their mothers’ eyes although they instantly let the kids go. The boy and girl came over as the boy looked at Elijah.

“Hi mister!” He said.

“Hey kid, I didn’t get your name last time.”

“Jayce.” He said. “And Phoebe.”

“Nice name.” Elijah said as Phoebe looked at Scarlett.

our new

I will make sure no one can hurt you anymore, ok?” She said, the

cool.” Jayce whispered to the girl. He didn’t seem to know those around could

you two go back to your mothers and I’ll get this meeting started.” Scarlett said standing up straight from where she had been crouching. She saw a few members of Elijah’s pack

days. Yes, we fought some of this pack’s members but it was to protect ourselves and this pack. I know some of you lost mates, brothers, fathers –

but dark memories for me, I cannot take care of my pack when simply being here makes me sick to my stomach. Also, you may know that my mate is an Alpha, so I have decided with his complete go-ahead to combine our packs which means moving down south.” Scarlett said, hearing the ripple spread through the crowd. Those who had not made it could hear her through her open mind

ones who didn’t know what was happening and she hoped someone around

a neighbouring pack or to any of our allied packs. We can get you all settled where you are happy. But if you’re interested in joining our pack. The Blood Moon, then let me know. I can tell you exactly what we plan to do. How to settle you all in. As well as how the pack is run. I was hurt along with my mother and sister when we left this pack. It was the Blood Moon Pack who took us in, despite knowing the risks it could bring to them.

ask anything you’re welcome to.” She finished, glancing at Elijah. He gave her

you guys think about it, I’ll tell you a little about our pack. Aaron the projector.” Elijah said, seeing no one spoke. Scarlett was glad he

work and were treated with respect. The pack was diverse, and everyone

an impressive Alpha. He was explaining about schooling and how all the kids would go. The rules they expect and how everyone worked and lived independent lives to an extent. Not being bound to completely live under the rules and beck and call of the Alpha. Once he was done, he looked at Scarlett who was watching him with a small smile

impressed Alpha Westwood,’ She said through the mind

you’re impressed by this? Surely there must be something else that impresses you more?’

trying not to melt under that sexy gaze as he licked his lips, his piercing glinting when it caught the light sending a jolt of pleasure

fuck right now.’

turned to the people. “Does anyone have any

think the Alpha explained it well. But…why are you being so good to us Alpha Scarlett?” Someone asked timidly. Scarlett frowned, thinking was anyone in

Alpha aura surrounding her. Applause broke out and a murmur of whispers crossed the crowd. She could hear a few through the link telling her they wanted to join and would follow all the rules. It seemed they were going to be dealing with a lot of fearful wolves for a while, but she knew The Blood Moon pack and Elijah would be

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and Scarlett were leaving Michael and Aaron in charge as they needed to head back. After all, there were

ones who had family who had sided with Zidane. The option to join another pack was open for them. She

take time and Scarlett knew someone would need to come back and handle everything until the pack would be able to shift. There was a lot of work that would need to be done, building homes, making space for all the new

effect the place had on her, deciding to talk to his father when he got back. They

them that Alpha Daniel had been the one to rat them out to Zidane as he was in dire need of some money. Although Scarlett seemed to accept it, something niggled at Elijah’s mind.

home. They were now at the pack hospital to see Candice before leaving. The nurse let them in instantly knowing exactly who they were. The smell of disinfectant and sterilised rooms filled their

struggling to sit up. Scarlett looked at her, seeing the woman in another light as she hurried over and helped adjust her bed. Elijah had told her who she

unsure what to say, the elder woman

give

next to where

mates then?” She