Mated to the Alpha Twins

“Take a deep breath, sweetheart.” Kade chuckled in my ear, but I was not oblivious to the tension in his own emotions.

We were being escorted down to the second floor, where the meeting would take place. The entire floor was heavily guarded, and was much wider and more open than the other floors.

“Do not speak unless you’re called on.” A tan-skinned woman in a pencil skirt warned Kade and I. She walked effortlessly in her heals, swaying her hips like a runway model. “If they wish for you to speak, they’ll call on you. That’s your chance. You can also call as many witnesses as you please, so those you came with are free to speak on your behalf.”

Kade and I had been debriefed as much as possible, but nothing could prepare us for what the outcome might be. Other than Marcus Novak, we hadn’t a clue what the other High Table members might want.

I adjusted the dress I wore and grimaced as the rigid material rubbed against my b**e leg. The heels I wore sent little clicks and clacks echoing through the hallway. They were miserable to walk in, and horribly loud. My feet already ached, and we hadn’t even begun.

“These shoes are going to be the d***h of me, if the High Table doesn’t k**l me first.” I huffed under my breath, glancing at the group of silent body guards that escorted us down the hall.

Kade’s arm was the only thing that kept me from tumbling forward. I had never worn heels before, and though my legs looked incredible, they were becoming a nuisance to walk in.

We entered through a set of wooden doors, which led into a huge room. It was much like what a court room would look like, only with a few alterations.

The five High Table members sat at the head of the room, with guards placed comfortably on either side. Scattered throughout the room were clusters of families, Alpha’s to other notable packs. Their personal insignia were emblazoned on a bronze plaque that hung on their respective sections. The witnesses—I realized, there were so many. They openly talked with one another, and even spoke across the narrow walkways that lead to the center of the room.

There was a box of my own at the center of the room, twenty feet away from the High Table members.
As our scent flooded the room, and people began to notice us, everyone fell silent. Kade’s hand flattened against my back when I sucked in a sharp breath. The emotions were lashing out at me, flashing through my mind and body at a rate that was disorienting. My skin crawled from the multitude of emotions. There was a lot of fear and hatred, but there was also a lot of curiosity. Curiosity could be a good thing.

Kade glanced down at me, conveying what he could with his eyes. We couldn’t speak freely here, and this wasn’t the time for public displays of affection.

I kept my face neutral, though I really wanted to scream. There were so many ugly emotions battering me, and I had to constantly shove them back in order to focus.

“Now entering, Alpha Kade Maddox and his mate, Aurora.” A man who stood beside the main doors spoke loudly to the room. If there had been anyone left talking, they were all silent now.

the

Each one met my eyes as

the room, and Marcus Novak stood from his seat at the very head of the room. His navy suit matched his stormy eyes perfectly, capturing the blue within their depths. He was beautiful in a smooth and shiny way, free of any blemish that might reveal him as human. His son was much the same way. In fact, sitting towards the left-hand side, in a space of his own, was

not acknowledge his son as he stood and took

years since we’ve had a gathering as large as this. There has not been a need for discussion this urgent in so very long.” Marcus greeted the room, sweeping wide with his arm. “As it stands, the longevity of our species has been the

emotions were calm and balanced, like perfectly smooth waters.

and Luna. Both had a guard with them, but were watching the spectacle with a calm expression. Their hair was golden, and their eyes a rich shade of caramel. They were

that my abilities could be used in ways I had never anticipated. I made a note of them in my

commended, taking a seat

call Philip Heald to the stand.” Brayton Cliff was the

sat, his grey eyes calculating and interested. I was sure he could read the surprise on my face. I hadn’t a clue who Philip Heald was, much less what he had to do

the middle. This stranger I had never met before stood at the center of the room, addressing the High Table on a matter than involved my life. The pieces clicked together moments later

a****k that had taken place

Alpha’s. They’re—they’re not like their father. This girl, she’s bringing some pretty heavy stuff to my pack, stuff were not equipped for.” He grunted,

moment, but I recognized this man’s face. He was someone I had seen in town a few times, usually emerging from the hardware store. He was

sharp pain stung my chest at the thought of a pack member speaking against me, but I steeled myself. Kade was fuming, but I knew he could keep it together for

angry, because I understand the reasoning behind those decisions. Philip was concerned, worried for the twin’s he had watched grow up. No matter

Ms. Aurora found herself in battle.” Brayton clarified, all

k****d. They were too worried about her to concentrate on the rogues.” He grunted, glancing over towards Kade. He paled significantly, but still managed to turn and continue. “She got overwhelmed, used that power of hers. She started howling, nearly split my ears. All them rogues started actin’ strange, fell to the ground like they were in pain. They were writhin’ and screamin’. Didn’t stop until she quit

yes.” Brayton nodded thoughtfully. “That will be all, Mr. Heald. I would like

not to stand at the center of the room, that it was much too close to Marcus Novak and his son. It was telling me that though they were the worst, there were other

I walked rather stiffly to the stand, trying not to

Deville smirked, and looked me up and down like some kind of frat-boy. Brayton Cliff had that calculating look on his face, as though he were mentally dissecting me. Jaspar Fox had absolutely nothing on his face, no trace of interest or emotion. He