Saved by the Alpha

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Daisy's POV

I blink my eyes a few times to adjust to the morning sun shining in my face. I reach my arms out and stretch as I let out a loud yawn. Tossing the newspaper off of me, I stand and walk towards the river. This has been my morning routine for six months now. I stare at my reflection in the surprisingly clear water. I cringe at the image that I see before my eyes. My stomach is huge, torn jeans, and a black tank top that barely covers my stomach anymore. My hair is a knotted mess and my eyes look just as depressed and exhausted as I feel. I kneel down and splash some water on to my face to help wake up. I proceed to then fill my water bottle up with the water. 

I'm not the only one who lives under this bridge, but we all tend to keep to ourselves. We usually have a small bon-fire at night to try to keep us warm. Nights are brutal, but the days are pleasant. My stomach starts to rumble and I place my hand on my bump. "I know, baby. I'm hungry too." 

I grab my small cup that I found and head to the town nearby. I take my usual spot on the sidewalk near the shopping plaza. I make sure not to sit where I would be in anyone's way. The nasty stares I would get from people use to bother me at first, but then I started not to give a damn. This is the only way I can make a few bucks for food. To be a beggar. My goal is to make enough money for food and a little extra to buy a decent outfit. If I were to go on an interview looking the way I do, I would get the door slammed on me. 

I have about three months left until this baby arrives and I would by lying if I said I wasn't scared. By the end of the day, I have a measly twelve dollars and some change. I could have made much more, but I refuse to sleep to the men who offer to pay me for s*x. I have a bit of dignity that I would like to hang on to. 

Avery's POV

"Happy Birthday, Avery!" My mom all but shouts as she barges into my room. I understand her excitement though. I feel the same way as today I turn eighteen and can finally find my mate. Unlike my best friend, Kevin, I believe in fate and true love. He, on the other hand decided to have s*x with as many she wolves as possible. He's such a playboy, and his actions disgust me. We've been friends since we were pups and I plan on making him my beta tonight at the ceremony. Though he's a man w***e, he takes his work very serious and is quite professional. My third in command will be another friend of mine, Jackson. The only thing I don't know yet, is who my luna will be. I'm hoping that when the clock strikes midnight, our eyes will meet and I'll just know. 

"Thanks mom." I say as I rub my eyes and sit up. 

"Your father wants you to meet him in his office before breakfast." She says, sounding giddy. 

"Alright, let me shower up and then I'll be there." I reply back as she nods her head and closes the door behind her. 

As the water cascades on me, I can't help but wonder what she might look like. Will she be someone from this pack? Would she reject me? Is she someone that Kevin has f****d? Ugh. I sure hope not. I'm not sure how I would feel about that. I've been saving myself for my mate and I hope she is doing the same. 

I dress in a professional manner and knock on my father's office door. "Come in." i hear from the other side. I open and walk to the chair opposite of him. It's crazy to think that this will soon be my office and I'll be the alpha of the pack. I'm more than ready though. My father is a strong leader and has taught me well. Out pack is one of the strongest and biggest, with many allies. Our warriors begin training at the age of thirteen. You would think they would dread such a thing at a young age, but only few have complained. Most of them are eager to start training and getting fit. 

My father is a kind man and everyone respects him, which is how I was raised as well. Though I'm kind, I won't hesitate to kill if rogues or anyone were to threaten this pack under my command. 

"You wanted to see me father?"

"Yes. First, happy birthday. Second, have you decided on your beta and third?" I tell him yes and continue to tell him who I have chosen. He doesn't seem to surprised. 

"Are you excited for tonight?" He asks. 

"I sure am!" I shout, not containing my enthusiasm. 

"That's wonderful, son. If you ever need help or have questions, please don't hesitate to ask for my help. I'll always be here for you." 

"Thanks, dad." 

*Later that night*

"Thank you everyone for being here tonight to celebrate our son, Avery, 18th birthday!" The whole pack starts cheering as my dad starts his speech. My mom stands besides him and I hope to be just in love as those two are. 

"I thank you all for your loyalty and respect, which I know you all will have for Avery as he rules as the new alpha." The cheer responds with, " Yes, alpha!" 

"Avery, could you please step forward." My mom kindly asks. I make my way to the makeshift stage in the backyard that they are standing on. They council begins the chant for exchange of power as he hands my father a blade. He slices his palm and drips blood into a goblet. Passing me the blade, I do the same as him. We shake hands, and I feel so much power within me. The link to the pack is stronger than before and I am officially the alpha of The Blood Moon pack.