Chapter 25

we have been on the road for almost 3 days, I was exhausted and my back was killing from sleeping on the backseat of the car, I wanted a real bed, I want to sleep somewhere warm and comfortable, not on the side of the road. But Edward and his brother told me that it was too dangerous, And we could only stop for a short time before we were on the road again. Eating at random diners and gas stations. It wasn't exactly the best food I have ever had, but then again it wasn't the worst Either. I had been tortured and starved, At least the brothers fed me, and Calen assured me that we will be there soon, That it wouldn't be long, and we would reach his friends.

i had heard Calen and edward talking one night, So I knew that we weren't alone on the road, Theon's men were following us, but they were either too cowardly to attack, or they were waiting for a precise moment. i yawned for the seventh or eighth time, I wanted nothing more than to sleep, but they kept me awake as much as they could, and I didn't really blame them. They Would need me in the eventuality that the people following us would attack, they couldn't risk me being asleep if they did. Oh gosh, was I tired.

Edward flicked through the radio stations, he never seem to like any of the songs that came on, except for maybe one or two that he left it on. I wish you would just pick one station and stick to it. But then again, I could never make my mind up on the songs either. Ha! I had something in common with a vampire. Who would've thought that could happen?

I wonder if he had ever heard of Nickelback? I'd like to know his opinion on the band. A lot of people are here to mess with them. You were either someone who liked them or someone who had them. I don't think there was an in between, or at least I have never found someone who listen to them, just because one song was good.

But then again, I never really met a lot of people.

I had a lot of time to think while on the road with the brothers, and I guess they did too, We didn't talk a lot, even though I wanted to get to know Calen. I mean, I should know the man I'm going to marry right? Otherwise, I will just be marrying a stranger. They didn't even tell me when the betrothal would be. Or what I should expect when we reach the vampire queen?

I saw a sign for the town we were coming up on, and I was certain it was the same name. Edward had said earlier in the day. I guess that meant we were here. That we had made it to the werewolf pack. Now all I had to do was not get myself killed. Which is strangely harder than it sounds.

"is this it?" I asked cautiously. "are we here?"

"yes." Calen replies. "just don't look the alpha in the eye straight away. He doesn't know you, so he may take it as a challenge. And trust me you don't want that."

"He's not going to hurt me right? You said this pack would be safe until we can move on again." I reminded him. Looking around a little bit nervously as we enter the small run down town.

Calen looks at me for a second before he responds. "no not if you listen to what I'm telling you. James is not a bad person. In fact for werewolf is one of the most common people I know."

"you are certain of this?" I ask again, wanting to be sure that I will be safe.

I mean, you can't exactly blame me after what I've been through. I watched my parents and sister die. It's not exactly like I have a good track record for safety. Or for people who decide to help me actually helping me. "I just want to be prepared for every eventuality." I say, after a minute of silence.

I start to panic when neither Edward or Calen say anything, but then I noticed that the eyes are locked on the road ahead. I moved to look out of the car Window, And I can certainly see why they were so quiet, it was like the whole entire pack could come out to see us, and I was guessing That it was james, who stood at the front, Watching the car as though he would attack at any moment.

"I thought you said he was friendly."I said panicked.

"he is." Calen argues his eyes locked on the road. "he just doesn't know it's me yet."

Edward cleared his throat to get his brothers attention, "do you maybe think that they were bought out??" he asks.

"no, of course, not." Calen growls, his fangs protruding through his lips. "who would never do such a thing to me. He promised me is eternal loyalty, and that isn't a small thing I'm in werewolves. You just don't know him."

I noticed that Calen was very fast to defend his friend, like he cared about him. If that was even possible. Do vampires care about other people? I always thought they only cared about what they could do or they could harm.We stopped as meters from the alpha, his eyes scanning the car, but he will not see anything, the windows blacked out, so only we could see out of them and no one can see is inside.

"who ever you are you better come out now."alpha James commanded, his voice, strong and booming.

Calen laughed softly and open the door, "is that any way e to treat an old friend?"he shouts.

I watch, does James's face morphed into a massive smile, he looked happy to see Calen, in fact, they both looked happy to see Eachother. I watched with a small smile on my face as they embraced each other in a brotherly hug. It was actually nice to see. I had seen nothing but destruction for weeks. This was a welcome change that.

I slowly got out of the car, the pack members around as watching me carefully, but I never once looked at Edwards as he left the vehicle. I guess it was because I was a stranger that I was a danger. Or a potential one that they couldn't risk hurting their people. I get it. My sister was like that too. Always looking for trouble, or someone that would betray her, even when no one would. I guess that's where I get it from.

I carefully walk, forward and stand beside Calen, his friend, James finally noticing that I was there.

"and who is this you have got to see me?" he asks, an element of humour In his voice.

"she is my betrothed." Calen says, smile, dropping. "we have to protect her and I can get to my mother. But we are being followed. I need your help old friend."

Alpha James frown's for a moment before his smile returns, He looks ready to embrace his friend again. "I didn't know your Betrothed had even been born yet. Look at you already settling down." they both laugh before James continues. "you have come to the right place old friend. Both myself and my pack will protect you all. Especially the young lady."

I guess that was that What is it then. He had agreed to help us. I guess vampires really could have friends.

And werewolves really did exist.

I didn't exactly think that they were lying, but it's one of those things you have to see with your own eyes.

At least we will Be safefor the next few days