Chapter 63

Ryder's POV.

I walked by this woman's side all the way to the cells that held my pack. Most of us didn't want to come here for war. This is what happens when your taken hostage by a madman.

All we really want is to find a place to call home. Any of us would be happy to join a pack, but if we had tried to get away from Darius, he would have killed us all. When we got to the cells, I saw the two guards were keeping watch outside. They gave me a dirty look as this Luna walked up. I didn't like it.

" We're here to see some prisoners. Go ahead and open the doors." She was so poised and collected when she spoke.

" I'm sorry Miss Rebecca, you know the rules. Only the Alpha or Beta can give authorization to see the prisoners. We're more than happy to take this mongrel down for you though." I couldn't believe he would be so bold to talk to her this way.

" I believe the young Luna told you to open the doors. How dare you address her as she was just some common wolf. I suggest you apologize now and do as she asks. If not, it would be my pleasure to throw you in one of those cells. Oh, and if you call me a mongrel again, I'll rip out your throats and feed your bodies to the bears." They didn't like what I had to say apparently.

" Our Luna is Alexandria. Rebecca is the daughter of our Beta. For you to say otherwise goes against our Alpha, Darius. You may not know how our pack works, but as two neighboring Alpha's, it's hard to believe you don't know. Now I think it's time for you all to be leaving. We'll take this rogue in and forget this ever happened. We don't need a war with anyone else right now." And they reached out to grab me.

" Does he look like our prisoner? Do you see him chained and forced to come here? I'll ignore your ignorance of tonights main event. After all, you were guarding the safe room. Since you weren't there, you wouldn't know that Darius ran from a challenge tonight, leaving his challenger the victor and new Alpha of the Four Prairies pack. Nikeeto Williamson, the one you know as Jared Jacobs, is the new Alpha. That means Rebecca here, being his mate, is now your Luna. Now that you know, any more ignorance on your part, you won't have to worry about Ryder here ripping out your throat. I will be doing it, but not before ripping your limbs from your body first. Now apologize to them both and open the FUCKING DOORS!" Alpha Vega really is scary guy.

" We'll have to verify this first. You know that we can't just take your word for it." These guards really are stupid.

" I don't have time this. I'll deal with you two later, for now, I have a family reunion to deal with." I saw a blue glow come from Rebecca, then the guards were lying on the ground, asleep.

" Well, that's one way to get passed them. Come on princess, let's go see if we can't find Oliver and Iris. I'm sure they made it." She walked past the sleeping guards into a dark hallway.

I could see a light shining some feet in front us. All I could see is more hallway though. They must have dug down deep to build these cells. When we got to where that little light was, there were two more guards waiting for us. They didn't look happy to me, but they at least kept their mouths shut.

" We're here to find a couple prisoners that need to go back to the pack house. You might as well wake them all up anyway. Food will be brought down soon. Get the speaker ready please. I don't have time to do a walk through." They even had a loudspeaker down here. I guess they thought of almost everything.

" We haven't heard anything about this Becca. What exactly is going on? I mean you know we can't let anyone out without your dad or Alpha present, do you have something from them saying it's ok? I just really don't want to get demoted again. Next thing you know I'll be put with the omegas on cleaning duty." He seemed like a good kid, that's why I didn't say anything.

" Actually Gregory, there is a lot to explain. The only problem is, I don't have the time. I can tell you I have every right to do this. I am the new Luna of this pack. Jared is Alpha. Darius is out hiding somewhere, and I need the speaker. Can you please just get it for me? I'm getting tired, I need to rest before I keel over." She looked like she was about to pass out.

Soon enough, this girl, (I was beginning to see why people liked her), was announcing dinner would be delivered soon. Then she asked for Oliver. I could hear a weak cry coming from the second corridor. I ran down to see Iris holding an injured man. I didn't recognize him because of all the blood. Why was an injured wolf brought here? Why was he not taken to the clinic with the other? Something wasn't right.

" I found Iris! Come down here quick Luna! I think this is Oliver, but I can't tell. Whoever this is should be taken to the clinic." She came running in concern.

When she saw the man, she fell to his side. As she put her hands to him, they began glow. Oliver began coughing, then sat up and stared at Rebecca. She had healed him. It pissed me off that she had to use more of her strength. She's already getting sick from the lack of energy.

" Are you alright Oliver, can you walk with us? And you, Iris, can you?" I was worried about them.

" Yes Ryder, I think we're okay now. How did she do that without a spell, and where are we going?" I could see the confusion on her face.

" We are taking you to the pack house. I'm not sure why, but she seemed very adamant on getting you there." I bent down to check on Rebecca.

" You, my Luna, are not allowed to use any more energy tonight. You are too weak as it is. Now, I'm going to pick you up and carry you to the car. I promise, I won't hurt you." I lifted her up into my arms I walked her out of the cell.

" I trust you Ryder, my Lunar Warrior. Please get me back to the library. I need food and to rest in a nice chair." I could feel her body going limp in my arms.

" Alpha Brett, please call over to the clinic. Have them send over that witch I saw healing the wounded. My Luna needs healing so she can eat." I carried her to the vehicles and put her into the back seat.

I couldn't help but feeling like the kid again, watching my family being killed. Seeing Rebecca like this made me feel like I was losing someone else close to me. I don't know why; I hardly even know her. Iris had crawled into the car on the other side to take Rebecca into her arms. She hummed some old song and brushed at Rebecca's hair. Only then did I let her go. Now, to get her back to the pack house and keep her safe, even from herself.

I of course carried her into the library and found the giant comfy chair she had mentioned. When I was sure she wouldn't fall out, I looked around the large room. Jack wasn't back yet. I decided to take charge of the situation.

" Alpha Vega, will you sit here with my Luna? I need to go get her food. Do not let her get up. Her body won't take any more if we don't get her strength up." I couldn't leave her alone.

" Yes, of course. Just hurry back, I have something that needs to be taken care of." He seemed pissed.

" Meriwether should be here in a moment. She had just finished healing another wolf, but she needed a quick rest before she could continue. Grant is bringing her over here now." This was good.

" Alpha Brett, come with me please. I don't want anyone trying to attack me. Besides, I want proof the the princess said to feed the prisoners." That wasn't the real reason why.

I needed to make sure the rest of the pack was brought here, before Darius attacks them, or talks them into going with him. There are too many kids left in harm's way. Plus, my little sister is still there. I just need to know she's okay.

" I can do that, but you need to stop talking about the Luna like that. Let's hurry up though, I don't want to miss Jack getting back." I wonder what's taking him so long.

We rushed to the kitchen where the omegas were running around to get the food set up for all wolves. I felt bad that my pack added to their burden.

" Who is in charge here?" I asked looking around.

" That would be Lady Daniels, sir. She's just outside there checking the grills. Wait, here she comes now. That's her there." Then the omega went back to work.

" Ah, I see. Lady Daniels, may I have a word with you please?" She looked at me and smiled.

" What can I help you with? I'm a bit busy, so you'll need to hurry." She wasn't like the others. Not once did she look at me with disgust.

" I need a plate for Luna Rebecca at once. She's used way too much strength today. I'm worried if she doesn't eat soon, her body will give out completely. Plus, I need to make sure that there is enough food for the wolves in the cells." She looked around the kitchen.

" I'm not sure I have enough for everyone. I need more supplies from town, and perhaps three more bears. I can stretch what I have now so everyone can eat, but I fear the portions won't be very big. Izra, make a plate for my daughter please. Make sure to give her extra meat, a little of everything. If you need two plates, so be it." So, this was Rebecca's mom? I could almost see the resemblance.

" Carly, make a list of what you need from town, for tonight and breakfast. I'll send my pack to go get it. Between Nick and I, we will make sure the food doesn't run out. Has there been any news about Liam or Jared?" I wondered what was wrong with them.

" Not yet, but I'm hopeful. I just hope Darius falls on his blade with no one to help him. I want him dead Brett, a horribly painful death. I just wish I could be there to see it happen." She started crying large tears that broke my heart.

" I'm sorry, Carly is it, about your mate. I don't know what happened, but I agree, Darius must pay for everything." She needed to know I didn't want any of this.

" Thank you. I'm sorry, you're Ryder right. Jack told me about you. My Daughter likes you. He told me what's she's asked of you. Take the opportunity, if not for yourself, for her. I need to know that she has plenty of protection, now that her secret is out. Anyway, I still have so much to do. You can send someone by to get the list in say ten minutes. I appreciate all your help Brett." Then she was off, checking the food that was cooking in various pots and pans.

I was handed three plates to take back to Rebecca. They smelled so good that my stomach started growling in anticipation of getting a decent meal. Brett started laughing and headed back towards the library.

"Come on, before you get hung for eating the Luna'a food." He laughed all the way. It was embarrassing that my body betrayed me.

When we got back, I could hear a commotion coming from the cracked door of the library. It didn't sound like a fight, more like a celebration. Still, I was worried. Rebecca was supposed to be resting, not having a party. Brett opened the door for us to walk in. I saw Iris and Oliver hugging some strange woman. Next to them was Nick shaking some guy's hand. Jack was shrunk into a corner with tears in his eyes. Then there was the witch and who I assume is the doctor, Grant. They were all so happy, even Rebecca sat in her chair smiling and laughing. It was good to see her enjoying herself.

I realized, other than the food I brought in with me, I wasn't even really needed here. No one noticed me. If I left, would they even care? Was finding Oliver and Iris the only reason they really wanted me here? I found a place to set the food down by Rebecca. She still didn't notice I was there. It was a shame, I was kinda hoping to stay here for a while, but I guess it is what it is. I'm not really needed or wanted, so I guess it's time to go. I quietly slipped out, it was time to go get my sister and get out of here.