The Alpha & The Great White Witch

Getting to Know Each Other

Alley POV

The next morning I woke up a little groggy and sore, next time I had an encounter with rouges I needed to make sure I didn’t drink alcohol. Nonetheless I dragged my feet towards my bathroom and sat under the hot water letting it soak into my skin. I remembered the short dream I had, who was that woman? What did she mean when she said it's almost time? She seemed a little familiar. As I let the thoughts of the dream drift away, I thought back on what Stephen’s wolf looked like, in my opinion he was rather odd. Most alpha males had a black wolf, his was black and white. I wondered what that was about. 

    When I had finished showering and dressing, I decided to wear leggings and a loose shirt. I made my way downstairs and heard an argument between my mate and father. "She is coming home with me tonight". Stephen said sternly. "I am not opposed to her leaving, all I am asking is that you both come visit us at least twice a month. She is my one and only daughter". My father replied, sounding a little sad. "I am not opposed to visiting if circumstances permit but I can not agree that it will be twice a month. Everyone has phones". Stephan said a little more relaxed. I decided that I had heard enough, after all, the day was to be spent with my mate so we could get to know each other a little better.

    As I made my way downstairs my heart started beating out of my chest. This was it, I would finally be able to get to know him. What if he turned out not to like me? I thought"Oh please he is going to love us. Did you not see the way he was with us last night"? Rose, my wolf, said. "Of course I saw it but there is always a chance he could reject us Rose". Even though Rose tried to reassure me, I was still nervous. His scent hit my nose and it was the best thing I had ever smelled. He smelled like the forest after it rained with a hint of chocolate. I rounded the corner to see my mate and my father standing around the kitchen island.

    Their eyes instantly locked and a smile came to my lips. To say I was a big ball of nerves would be an understatement. Deep inside I was scared. Scared that he wouldn't love me. I walked over to my father and kissed his cheek, "Good morning Daddy how are you?" My father looked upset and sad. "I am well, just having a discussion with Stephen." He replied. I walked over to my mate, he wrapped his arm around my waist and kissed the top of my head. I couldn't help but smile at him. "If the discussion is over, I would like to spend a few hours with him if that is okay?" I asked my father knowing he wouldn't argue. "That is fine sweetheart both of you be back in a few hours to have lunch." With that he turned and walked off leaving the two of us in the kitchen.

    "Have you had breakfast?" I asked. "I have not but I did see a little diner that we could go to." Stephan replied. "I know the diner and we can walk there, it isn't too far from here." And with that we headed out the door. I wasn’t sure what to say or do for the first few minutes as he looked deep in thought. "Why is your wolf black and white?" I blurted out, internally face palming myself. He chuckled before replying "I'm not sure, my father was a black wolf and my mother a white wolf. Somehow I got both of their colors, though the black is more dominant." When they got to the diner everyone bowed their heads to show respect. "Alley how good to see you again! You look as lovely as ever." A male waiter commented. Humans were known to mingle with our wolves as some were the mates of some members of our pack. "If you want to keep your eyes I suggest you not look at her so long." Stephan growled out. My eyes widened at first but it hardly fazed me as I knew most male mates, especially alphas, were possessive and protective.

    "My apologies I didn't mean to offend." He took our orders and scurried off. "You know you are coming home with me tonight right?" Stephen asked. "I figured I would be. Just as long as I can say a proper goodbye to my family." I replied, a little saddened that I wouldn’t be around my family like I always had been. Stephen noticed and the sternness in his voice disappeared. "It won't be the last time you see them princess. I don't want you to be sad." He replied. My mind started to wonder who the man in front of me was. Alphas are notorious for being strict and stern leaving no room to argue, but here he was sitting in front of me, concerned. "My beta will be here shortly to take your stuff. Your mother said she and Leia would pack your things." He said. I knew I wanted to go with him but I was scared. Mates are supposed to trust each other completely but he would have to be the one to make sure that trust stayed intact.

    When the waiter returned with our food he didn't look at me, just bowed his head and walked off. We ate our food in silence but I couldn't help but sneak a few glances at him. He wore a black shirt with dark blue jeans, a few strands of his hair had fallen on his forehead. His muscled arms flexed every time he moved. "Imagine what it would be like to be under him". Rose smirked in my head "Really? You're being a p*****t Rose." I said, rolling my eyes. "Is there something bothering you?" Stephen asked, breaking my conversation. Not thinking I blurted out "My wolf is being a pervert." Instantly regretting what I said, my face turning bright red I looked away from him making him chuckle. "You will have plenty of time to see what’s under my clothes." Oh my goddess could a hole just swallow me up?! I knew my cheeks were bright red and I didn't dare meet his gaze at that moment. How could I have blurted that out like that?! 

    I picked around my food until my cheeks weren't flushed anymore. "So how is this our first time meeting when our packs are literally neighbors?" I asked. The question had lingered in my mind since I found out which pack he was from. "I chose to keep to myself, not that we have anything to hide or that I don't like anyone but I was new to leading the pack and the first few years my father was teaching me everything I needed to know." He said. Makes sense "This was my first time attending the ball and I must say, I'm very glad I decided to come." He whispered. "Did you bring anyone with you?" I asked, trying to figure out if the unknown wolves were from his pack. "No with us being so close I knew that I could call them if needed, I didn't think there would be an attack though, if I had known I was going to meet you and we’d have an attack you would have had a lot more people guarding you." 

    I could sense the truth in his eyes, maybe those other wolves were from other packs protecting their Luna that was in the cellar. "Why is your wolf all different colors?" He asked. I snapped my eyes to meet his, not surprised that he had asked. Everyone does. "I don't know honestly, she won't tell me." I grumbled "What do you mean she won't tell you?" I could hear the curiosity in his voice. "When she first came to me she showed me what she looked like and I asked. She's refused to tell me why she's like that, she can be a b***h sometimes." I said rolling my eyes. I heard him chuckle at my response. "I can understand having a difficult wolf." 

    When we finished we decided to take the long way home. "You seem a little tense Princess, what's wrong?" He asked. "Nothing is wrong, I just heard how alpha mates were really strict but you don't seem to be that way with me." I said keeping my eyes ahead. Stephen stopped walking and turned me to face him. "There are times I may be strict or controlling even, in those times it will be to keep you safe. You are the most important person to me, you're my other half that completes me. Making you happy is my life’s purpose." I stared at him, stunned by what he said. How could I reply to something that sweet? Before I took too much time thinking about it I stood up on my tiptoes and pecked his lips before I felt my cheeks turned bright red. I quickly started to walk off as I heard Stephen chuckle. "You can do that as many times as you want Princess." Seeing my cheeks turn redder he laughed. 

    I started to walk away when he grabbed my hand and pulled me back. I smacked into his chest, stumbling over my own feet and I looked up to meet his eyes. Before I could say anything he leaned down and crashed his lips onto mine. I was surprised at his boldness but relaxed, savoring the moment. He wrapped his arms around my waist and I slid my arms around his neck. Everywhere I touched sparks ignited. When we broke away we stayed in each other’s arms staring in each other’s eyes. It was like everything around us had disappeared, it was just us and I was perfectly fine with that. At that moment I felt safe and secure but most of all loved. I didn't want to step out of his embrace but I knew I needed to. 

    I finally cleared my throat and stepped back but he didn't let go of my hand and I was perfectly okay with that. The closer he was the more at ease I felt. It was as if all my fears and worries went away and I felt nothing but happiness, this was what I had hoped for and he was perfect for me in every way. We started our walk back to the house and with each step I took I started getting a little sadder.

    We were almost back to the house where I would have to say my goodbyes. I wasn’t good at saying goodbye but I knew I could always come back to visit if I wanted to.