What The Moon May Bring (complete)

Chapter 1 I looked back. They were still chasing me. I kept running, my heart beating in my chest. I could hear their footsteps catching up with me. What the hell?! I literally stepped out of my favorite book store and right into trouble. I kept running, ignoring my wolf begging me to let her out so she could handle it. Too many humans , too risky. She understood, but she also wanted to save us from whatever these guys wanted. They didn't smell lycan although I wasn't going to take the time to be absolutely sure. I turned into an ally .......and a dead in. Flight not fight it is then. I started mentally preparing myself, overlooking the fact I no longer heard footsteps I stared at the edge of the alley expecting on of the three any moment but a single guy is who appeared. He didn't have the scent of any of my would be attackers nor did he look like he wanted to fight. "Are you ok? I'm not going to hurt you. I saw your uh, problem and they won't be after you for a bit.If ever" He was gorgeous I don;t believe in love at first sight but maybe second or third. I'm not sure. Let me look again He was coming closer with his hands out. "Lycan!" My wolf exclaimed. Like us. Friend, Unmated. Introduce us hurry" You'd think I'd never met a guy before. Calm Taryn. I've got this. I raised my hands to allow him to scent me as well. "Thank you. I'm Tanisha. I don't know you. Rogue?Passer?Lost one?" He smiled. "Lost one would probably be the closest to correct. I'm Jaren. Nice to meet you. You from the Firnwinds pack?" I noticed his smile was genuine and he didn't look the last bit sad or embarrassed about his status "Why were those guys chasing you. They weren't human but not lycan either." I answered him, considering this new information" I don't know who they were or where they came from. I left Bits and Books and they called my name when I stepped out and my wolf said danger so I ran." Not lycan. I had never encountered any beings other than humans or lycans so I had no idea what i was dealing with here but hopefully the pack could help. Being the betas daughter had to be good for something other than being spied on all the time. He nodded. "And your pack?" "You're dead on. Firnwinds" I confirmed "I was headed there myself. Seeking haven. How do you think my chances are?" I mulled it over. "Well. Saving the betas daughter will get you some points. How long had your parents been rogues? Have you ever been in a pack...do you even really want to be in a pock?" For some reason I was hoping he would say yes. I wanted him to join our pack. We were a small but tight knit group and with proper training he would fit perfectly. Besides...he was really handsome and new. Most of the guys in our pack were like brothers to me. I boldly grabbed his hand. "Lets go" While we walked, he told me about himself. Son of rouges. Last time he could even remember being around a pack , he was 3. Both parents now deceased, of course, otherwise he wouldn't be considered a lost one. He didn't know his pack of origin, so he couldn't appeal to them. He was lonely. It had been almost 6 months he had been on his own and he didn't like it at all. By the time he had finished, we were at the entrance to the compound. The huge trees obscured most of the homes from view but being so close he could see a few and I'm sure he saw the barn and the pond. I am very proud of our land. Good for running. Great for relaxing "I turned to him with a huge smile."Welcome to Firnwinds" He looked pretty impressed. I was nervous and a little scared. I didn't want to get in trouble for bringing in a stranger but my gut and my wolf felt this was right. I grabbed his arm again. " Come on lets go to the Alphas house. Terrance is about as nice as you can get when it comes to Alphas. He's given Haven to one guy that I know of and he's been here for years. Even has a mate..do you want a mate..I mean one day you know.." I trailed off shyly. I was being way more forward than normal. "This is where we raise the livestock and this is our pond. One of my favorite places since forever to hang out at. In the morning I can show you the lake past the forest and a few other things but for now, lets head to the AQ." For some reason I didn't feel nervous at all about taking him to the Alphas house. I was extremely confident he would be a pack member soon. We walked up the stairs and into the front room. "Dad. Terrance."I called them before we were even in good. Devyn, our Luna was sitting on the couch with a peculiar look on her face. I don't know if it was the new scent or if I had done something to make her mad but i would worry about that Later. "Devyn this is Jaren. He wants haven" I introduced them. "Evening Luna" Jaren said . Thank you for allowing me in." Manners. i like him more and more "Hey kiddo, " Dad said, who is this. I quickly explained my pursuit and rescue. Dad turned to Jaren" How sure are you they weren't human son?" "100% sir."Jaren supplied. " I know human and this wasn't it. It wasn't lycan. Also," he looked my dad in the eye," I am 100% sure it wasn't orc. I've scented a few in my time and this was not their smell. I've never smelled this before and my parents had me around all types if you can understand." Dad put an arm around his shoulders " I get it son and thank you for saving my girl. I'll go see if I can round Terrance up and we will discuss your situation and see what we can agree on. Meanwhile, tanny take him on in the kitchen see what you can find for him to eat." "Turkey or roast beef?" Hey,I'm no chef but I make a mean sandwich. "Both." he answered with that smile. "Extra mustard." Hmm, yes. We may get along just fine. I finished fixing our meal and brought the plates to the table. "Did you ever go to school?" I have always wondered about a rogue's life but definitely don't want to live it! "Here and there. I had a tutor for a bit too. I wish I had gone to school . Formally, full time. I had a real interest in science. Used to dream of being a vet." I burst out laughing. "Take care of your wolf yourself huh?" I teased. "Something like that he responded. Maybe learn how to make up being rouge for so long to him too. " The look on his face made me want to hug him and punch his mom. We heard the door open and the voices of my dad and Terrance floated in. I could see Jaren tense up. I wanted to just take him in my arms and tell him everything would be ok, but it wasn't my place. "He's in the kitchen,"I heard my dad saying."I told them to grab something to eat while I got with you." The 2 giant men walked in , filling the entryway with their bodies. "Jaren," my dad started," This is Alpha Terrance Whitkar of-" "Terrance cut him,holding his hand up as he walked closer to Jaren, scenting him. The look on his face was one of shock. "Boy, how old are you" Terrance almost yelled. That quited the whole downstairs of the house quickly. Jaren looked really nervous "22 sir." "Your mama..names Diana Cullers right. Where is she?" Jaren looked shocked and a tad scared. "Deceased sir. Going on 6 months." How do you-"Terrance interrupted. " The man you knew as your father. Bill Atwater-where is he?" "Same sir. They passed together." Terrance walked around Jaren. He looked so tense. "What d you think of pack life? What do you feel your purpose is in life? Have you ever felt called to do anything?" I couldn't believe these questions. None of this was normal for someone seeking haven, but I was also curious to hear the answers I didn't know. Jaren told them of his love of science, his desire to be a vet then he paused. "As far as my purpose, I've always felt like I was supposed to lead but that's kind of silly considering I have never been in a pack to lead or even see someone lead , you know?" "Not silly at all. You have a good head on your shoulders. Have a seat. We are going to talk some more but I have to say there's no way you're getting haven." I felt like my heart fell out of my chest. He had saved me. He had answered more questions than he needed to and he was being denied? The f**k he was. "That's not fair" I found myself saying. I felt two sets of eyes on me and being that one was the alphas, I couldn't help but acquiesce. I was livid on the inside, although i sat down. "Now. Do you know your pack of origin and if you did, would you want to go there?" Terrance looked thoughtfully at Jaren. "Well, Jaren started slowly" I have no idea what pack I originated from. My parents never told me." He looked down at the floor. " Eyes ever forward. Head ever high Jaren. First thing a future alpha should know. " The smile on his face was big enough to light up the entire lakeside. "Welcome home son." "Son?" Jaren started "Sir, I mean no disrespect but I think you have me confused with someone." "No not at all Jaren. I named you. I held you. The small scar I'm sure the sock on your right leg is covering, i dried your tears after that scrape. Your mom, well she wasn't for pack life. She took you and left. I looked for you. Couldn't find ya. Head nor hair. None of ya. I figured when it was time, the moon would guide you." He stared expectedly at his son. "Future alpha thought? Jaren said.. I don't know. " "You'll be ready." The promise in Terrance's voice was thick. "I'll get you ready but from what I have been told of your exploits this evening, you have the natural talents. Problem solver. Calm. Protector. Logical. We can get you taught the book stuff. " "I'll do it!" I found myself yelling. OMG how embarrassing I jumped up like that, but I would. I'd be the best tutor ever. "I can teach him the history and show him around. " Terrance nodded. "Our Tani is a bright girl. Smart. You couldn't ask for a better person to help you out. You two can start tomorrow. As for tonight, well we have some catching up to do. Do you have anything besides that backpack?" Jaren shook his head no. "OK then we can shop for necessities tomorrow but for now let's head up and I'll show you to your room and ,e and Devin can fill you in on how things work around here. After your mother left I didn't think I'd ever end up mated, but the moon goddess saw fit to bring me this angel." He held his hand out as Devin walked in to greet Jaren. She kissed both of his cheeks. " I thought it could be you. I hoped but I wasn't sure. Welcome home" "Thank you." Jaren mumbled. He still looked in shock. They took their happy family reunion upstairs, leaving me wondering just what else the future held for Jaren. I hate to admit I was a bit irritated he didn't at least say good night.