The Ruby Wolf

Chapter5

***Theodore's POV***

“Theo, wake up, we're here.”

I open my eyes slowly and glare at Tony.

“I know that look, you dreamed of her again.”

I sigh, “Yeah it felt so real, like it was actually happening.”

“Maybe, because we are here, your subconscious may have been stressing thinking about meeting her. So it made everything feel extra weird.”

“I don’t know man, I just want to get things over with.”

“Whatever you say, Alpha,” Tony smirks.

“Let's go.”

I unbuckle my seat-belt and go to open my door when it is opened for me instead. I look over and see Logan holding onto my door. Really can’t I open my own door? I get that I’m a king, but I am not incapable.

“Really Logan?”

“I know, but we are in unknown territory and you’re a king. I want you to seem like one.”

“Whatever.” I sigh as the three of us plus some guards walk to the front door.

I knock and wait, hearing some muffled voices from behind the door. The door opens to reveal an older man. He's tall and well-built for his age. He obviously has been staying in shape. Looking at him, you could tell he was clearly the alpha. He has a very powerful presence, but mine is stronger. He has dark brown hair with a few gray hairs sticking out, and pale green eyes. He has a short full beard that matches his hair.

“King Theodore! A pleasure to finally meet you. Please come inside. I would like to introduce you to my family.”

“Thank you, Alpha, it would be my pleasure.”

He guides us through his home and I pay careful attention to every detail and all possible escape routes, not that I’d need them, but because it’s something that I have been trained to do since I became king. Once we make it into what appears to be the living room, I am met with the strong smell of vanilla and roses. It is an interesting mix, but I can’t tell who is emitting such a strong scent. I know every wolf has one, but I’ve never encountered someone with a smell so overpowering.

“King Theodore, I would like to introduce you to my wonderful family. This young man is my eldest son, and future Alpha, Nathaniel and his mate Tanner,” Thomas says while putting his hand on what I assume to be his son's shoulder.

“Hello your majesty.” I’m assuming Nathaniel says while bowing.

Nathaniel is tall, well-built and has pale blue eyes and brown hair. Tanner has shaggy blonde hair and hazel eyes. He is a fraction shorter than his mate and does not appear to be as strong, he is probably a tracker.

“A pleasure to meet you, my King.” Tanner says, nodding his head politely.

I nod back and give a gentle smile to them both.

“Next is my daughter Natalie and her mate Blake.”

“A pleasure to finally make your acquaintance, my king,” Natalie says as she dips into a curtsy. She is short with green eyes and short reddish brown hair.

“Good afternoon, my liege,” Blake said calmly. He has black hair, blue eyes and a slight beard. He is definitely a warrior or hunter.

“And finally, my youngest, a set of twins, Nickolas and Nikita.”

“How do you do?” Nickolas asks with a cheeky grin.

“Nikita?”

I look beside him and see her. Nikita Evergreen. The woman who has been haunting my dreams. She is wearing a strapless white dress that shows off her muscles. It is obvious that she is a fighter. Her Turquoise eyes never leave mine as her mouth opens slightly. She looks exactly like my dream today. The same dress and everything.

“Sorry, this is for you, your Highness. I thought it would be a kind gesture to give you a hand drawn portrait.” She says.

It is clear something is on her mind. I need to get her alone. But that will have to wait as I need to speak with her father first.

“My, what a wonderful surprise, isn’t that right, Theo?” Tony says while staring at me with a goofy smile on his face.

“Is everything alright, your majesty? Would you like a drink? It must have been a long ride.” Thomas asks me.

“No, thank you, Alpha Thomas.” I say while I give him a polite smile. “Thank you for the drawing. Nikita, I can tell you have great talent.” I say while looking at her.

“Thank you.” Her cheeks turn a light shade of pink at my comment and I can’t help but notice how beautiful she is.

“Nikki has many talents, your highness.”

I glance at Nickolas and see the glint in his eye, a trouble maker no doubt.

“Really? What talents might that be?” I ask.

“Well sir, she can sing!”

“Nick!” Nikita cries out. I can tell she is embarrassed.

“That’s quite enough, you two!” Thomas says, yelling at his children, obviously embarrassed about their behavior.

“That’s alright Thomas, Nikita. I would love to hear you sing.”

“Maybe another time.” She replies while giving her brother a look of disapproval.

“After dinner, then, if you will stay, that is,” Thomas said.

“But!”

“It would be my pleasure.” I say cutting her off. “Also everyone, please call me Theo, I prefer it.”

I can tell she isn’t happy, but I just have to know if she really is the one from my dream. She looks the part, but does she fit it?

“Of course Theo, now shall we get to business?”

“Sure, but I would like to get to know more of your family afterwards.”

“Of course.”

***Nikita's POV***

I am so pissed with Nick right now! How dare he make this harder on me? He knows I’m shy, and yet he had to say something to Theo! What am I supposed to sing?

‘Sing I knew I loved you' my wolf chimed in.

‘If I’m singing that I’m gonna need your help Nikita'

‘I know, you're such a baby!’

‘Am not!’

'Are too!’

'Goddess I’m not doing this right now!’

‘Anyways, just sing that song and you’ll be fine. I mean he is who you’ve been dreaming about.'

‘Alright, but I have to ask. What’s up with his smell?

‘Not sure but he is super hot'

‘Nikita!’

‘It’s true Nikki, and you know it.’

‘Shut up!’

All I hear is her laugh, goddess, she can be annoying. But she’s my wolf and I love her. I look back towards the group and notice how he’s staring at me. It feels just like my dream, the pleading look in his eyes, it honestly feels like he has something he wants to talk about.

“Alright, so it’s settled. After our meeting you get to know my family, then after dinner my daughter sings for us all!”

“Let us get started then.”

“Father, may I go for a run? I was supposed to train today, but a run should make up for it.” I ask.

He sighs. “Fine, but be back in an hour!”

“Of course!” I say, a little too excited.

“Tony, why don’t you join her? It gives you the chance to look around the land.”

“Sure thing, sir.”

I look over at Tony. “I’m quick, so please try to keep up!”

“I don’t think that will be a problem.”

“Also keep a distance. My wolf doesn’t like new people.”

“I’ll try.”

“Just thought I’d warn you. Meet you here in 5.” I say as I run up the stairs.

I reach my room quickly and grab a pair of shorts and a tank top. I put it into a small bag and run back down the stairs.