Chapter 34: Chapter thirty-four - How I met her mother

[ALPHA SNOW]

Since Valentino asked me for permission to step his miserable self on my land, I've been acting nothing less than pissed off.

Of course, my mate just had to tell me what to do. It's not like I could say no now because she has so much to hold against me.

"But darling, I'm carrying your pup, do you want to disappoint me now, when I'm doing the most of job, huh? Remember, all you had to do was little things, while I'm getting fat and soon giving birth to your child," was all she kept repeating. I love that woman, I love her so damn much, yet she's playing a filthy game now.

I was making pancakes for my amazing wife when she suddenly ordered me to finish cooking later, pointing out that we have a guest. I did want to ignore it and pray for the Goddess for this day to come to an end. We went to the living room, well actually she dragged me there, and stood in front of them.

If I were in charge of this situation, I wouldn't allow him to come here or even more, take my daughter away. But unfortunately, Alpha or not, the Luna holds all power over me.

"I guess we have something to talk about, let's go to my office," I said bluntly and turned away, him soon following me.

Honestly, I still can't understand why they both got paired together since I've been trying to hide her from him all her life. But maybe Moon Goddess does knows better. Maybe.

We walked into the office, and he closed doors behind him. At least he knows what privacy is.

I sat down on my chair and gestured him to do the same. For a while, we sat quietly. I had so much in my mind, but I didn't know where to start.

"Alpha Snow," he spoke, wanting to gain my attention.

"Alpha Valentino," I replied, trying to sound cold and ruthless. He must feel at least a bit of fear towards me; I am his mate's father, after all.

"I'm taking her home," he added.

"Would you like to know how I met her mother?" I asked him. He looked confused as if puzzling something together deep in his thoughts. He soon nods in approval and leans closer to me, obviously interested in what I'm about to say.

"I was young and stupid," I stared soon after taking a deep breath and looking down at my lap. To say that I'm ashamed of the person I was back then would be an understatement. I'm disgusted by a man I used to be. Valentino sat back in his chair and didn't move a bit. He was seriously willing to hear all I have to say.

"Since the day I laid my eyes on her, I couldn't stop thinking and dreaming about her. It was like I had to have her, yet I used to be arrogant and proud. I had just become an Alpha, and she was a lower rank. Back then, I thought she was a nobody.

We met at a high school party; of course, she knew I was her mate, the same as she was aware of my title. I thought that she would run to me, make a scene because her mate is the highest rank possible. But she didn't. She just turned her back to me and left the party. At first, I wanted to run after her, but since I was so full of myself, I didn't. I avoided her for a few weeks, and next time we met, I tried to reject her," last words left a bitter taste in my mouth. Only I and my mate knew this story, yet here I am, telling that to man, who is supposed to be my enemy.

"Then what?" he suddenly asked. I looked up, and Valentino kept staring at me, lightly nodding his head, reminding me that I should continue.

"Then she said that she doesn't give a damn for my rejection. She has always had this fire inside of her, and soon I understood that she's the only one I need. You see, I was a fool. I cheated on her; I hurt her badly. I spoke so many awful things about her, while she didn't know a thing. She was clueless, and I was a jerk. Of course, somehow we did manage to make things work, as you see.

But my point is that I was wrong; I made terrible decisions.

We aren't so different, Valentino.

I know you have maltreated my daughter.

I know you've hurt her.

You see, the only difference is that while I was stupid enough to try and reject my mate, you claimed yours and still acted like she was nothing more than dirt under your feet.

Respect my daughter, Valentino.

Love her and cherish her.

Treat her like a queen she is, for you shall never find someone better than she is.

And if not.

If not.

Let's say that this pack will once again come out of the shadows.

Let's say that you'll die from your own mate's hand.

Did I made myself clear enough?" I finally told him everything, well not exactly everything, but most of the things I had to say. He looked a bit taken aback, but soon he reached his hand towards me.

"I love her," he said as we shook hands.

Maybe a lot of people wouldn't believe him, as they think that monster could never love, but I could see it in his eyes. He's really in love with my daughter.

"This is your last chance Valentino, use it wisely," I said and stood up, keeping my gaze glued at his frame. I can't risk my daughter's happiness, but I need to learn to trust him a little more.

He smiled at me and turned away to leave my office.

"Valentino, one last thing," he turned back to face me.

"Welcome to the family, son," I said and smiled at him. He just smiled, nodded, and left the cabinet.

Hopefully, I've made the right decision. Hopefully, Valentino will keep her safe. Hopefully.