Chapter 46

Third Person

As Aziz hurried to the mall where Carter, his siblings and Mica were, Reeves with some warriors as backup. Full of worry for the people he loves, the Alpha was also furious thinking that something might happen to his mate. He was more scared than when he was fighting the vampire and thought about being unable to tell Mica about his true feelings. Now that he had marked her, his feelings had grown even stronger. The same goes for his human mate.

He rushed to the parking lot and, since it was his gamma, he knew where he usually parked his car whenever he visited the mall. His speed, which he should be thankful to the vampire king, comes in handy at a time like this. ‘Carter,’ he tried to mind-link him.

‘Alpha!’ he sighed in relief when he replied. But his worry was still there.

‘Almost there,’ he said before he jumped to a post that he intentionally added to the establishment as soon as he became the CEO. It was for his advantage though enemy vampires would be able to use it as well.

When he arrived at the mall's 5th-floor parking lot, they were confronted with a commotion. Mica, his loving mate, stood firm against the vampire king's right-hand man and a horde of fearsome vampires. His sisters, Athena, Lexis, and Hera, surrounded her, their bodies tensed and their gaze fixed on their human sister-in-law.

The air was tense as the vampires circled the gathering, their eyes gleaming with malice. The big and imposing right-hand guy chuckled at the spectacle before him. "Are we having a little family reunion here?"

Athena took a step forward, her claws unsheathed and her stare ferocious. "Vampire, this is our territory; leave now or you'll regret it."

The right-hand man grimly chuckled. "I don't think so. Your Alpha's little human mate is quite valuable to us, and the vampire king has plans for her."

As she faced the threat to her family, Lexis growled, her wolf senses heightened. "Over our dead bodies!" she exclaimed.

"You won't lay a finger on her," Hera said, her eyes gleaming with strength. "We are united, and we will protect her at all costs."

Alpha Aziz's heart surged with pride for his sisters, who had shown loyalty and bravery in the face of peril. But he couldn't leave them to their own devices. He charged into action with a commanding cry, his strong body dashing toward the vampire horde.

The combat erupted in the parking lot, a maelstrom of teeth, claws, and magical abilities clashing. Alpha Aziz had unrivaled power and speed, but the vampires were crafty and unrelenting.

Hera's telekinetic skills, which were unknown to her siblings, were put to use as she deflected attacks and protected her siblings and Mica. Lexis dashed through the pandemonium, making it difficult for the vampires to touch her. Athena battled with passion and precision, her talents perfected over years of practice.

Mica, despite being human, fought with great bravery. She battled furiously to defend herself, her pack, and the bond she shared with Aziz, armed with a taser and pepper spray which was a gift from Carter. She refused to be a liability and had thoroughly trained to protect herself as much as possible.

Despite their fortitude, they were outmanned, and the vampires were superb fighters. The Alpha's mate, who was protected and, under Carter’s watch, a critical asset in their plans, was recognized by the right-hand man.

Aziz saw the vampire closing up on Mica and his gamma. His heart hammered with panic. He leaped with all his might at the vampire, unleashing a powerful onslaught that gave Carter time to cover for his Luna.

Meanwhile, Lexis and Athena fight valiantly to keep the vampires at bay. Hera's abilities were tested when she controlled the environment, erecting barriers to impede their enemies, and Reeves and the warriors with him arrive.

The vampires began to falter as the combat progressed, their numbers diminishing. Alpha Aziz and his sisters fought with a ferocity born of their love and loyalty. Mica's resolve was unwavering, her heart fueling her strength. Carter didn’t leave his Luna’s side, as Aziz showed his power and strength exactly at the arrival of their backup.

Finally, the tide shifted in their favor. Realizing their defeat, the vampires withdrew into the shadows, leaving the parking lot strewn with devastation. Despite being wounded and battered, the right-hand guy flees, vowing vengeance and great news to the vampire king about Aziz’s mate and siblings.

Alpha Aziz drew closer to his sisters and Mica, his eyes melting with thanks and tenderness. "You all fought valiantly, and I am proud to call you my family."

Mica grinned, grabbing Aziz's hand. "We fought as a pack, and we won as a pack. I couldn't have asked for better protectors," she said, which made him feel proud and the happiest. He was now sure that she had fully accepted him and the pack in her heart.

Lexis, Athena, and Hera exchanged knowing looks, their blood stronger than ever. They had demonstrated their full strength in the face of danger, unified in their commitment to protect one another.

“Are you alright?” Reeves asked his mate, Athena.

“I can take care of myself, you should know that,” she replied arrogantly but subtly.

“Yeah, I just want to make sure that you didn’t overdo it.” the beta said before he pulled her closer to him, “We will talk when we get back to the pack. But because you made me worry, you have to be punished.” then kissed her. It was a very light and short kiss, but Athena felt his sincerity and worry. She had no plan on accepting him for that moment but she let him do it since she knew that they were mates and she missed him too.

“You all go and I am going to take care of things here.” Reeves said when they got apart. “Luna has a ceremony to catch on, go,” he added, and they all nodded. Athena leaves without giving him another glance. He sighed heavily, thinking she didn’t want to get involved with him.

As for the warrior, she knew in her heart that she wanted him. But she still needs to do something and it’s not going to happen if she stays with her mate. Sadly, she goes back to the Dark Blood Pack with her siblings, Mica and Carter, leaving Reeves to take charge of the mess they made in the parking lot. She promised that she would talk to him just as he wanted after the ceremony and put an end to their misery.