New In Town
There were some people's cars that broke down just outside our little town. It was a mother and two daughters traveling alone. We passed them on our way back to my territory, and I made my driver stop.
“Keith stopped, those people need help. We can’t leave them out here all alone with rogues not far away.” Athena said
“Yes, Alpha,” Keith replied
“Athena, what are you doing?” Alpha Elijah asked
“We will help the mother and daughter out. Something is different about her and I think they need our help not just with their car.” Athena explained
“Do you think someone is trying to hurt them?” Tony asked
“Not sure yet Tony. I won’t know till I talk with her and can be able to read her since that is a gift that the Goddess has given me.” Athena explained
“Well then, let’s help and see what we can do for them.” Alpha Elijah said
“Hello, there. Can we help you?” Athena asked
“Oh, yes. Thank you for stopping. We didn’t think we would see anyone on this road soon. Our car isn’t working and I don’t know why and I’m not sure if there is a town nearby.” The mother said
“Yes, there is a town nearby, they just started to remodel it and all so not everything is up and running just yet. But there is a diner where you can get some food and we have a big house that you and your girls can stay for the night. My name is Athena and yours?” Athena explained
“It’s nice to meet you, Athena. I am Rachal and these are my daughters Rose and Lily. We would be most grateful for any help you can give.” Rachal said
“Then you guys climb in the car with us and when we get to town Tony here and a few other guys in town will come back and get your car. We can see what is wrong with it then. Does this sound fine?” Athena asked
“Thank you so much, Athena and Tony. You sure that we won’t be in your way?” Rachal asked
“You won’t be in the way. It will be our pleasure to help. Come now you guys must be hungry.” Athena said
The girls looked at all the men and then back at Athena. They figured she had to be someone important to have so many bodyguards. They felt at ease with her and she was so nice. They felt safe with her. Maybe they can make a home in her town and her father won’t be able to find them and his grandchildren. He is trying to control who they marry and when like he did me as a child and I won’t let him do that to my children. I will not let them get beat and scared to do anything without their husbands around. I would still be a prisoner if he hadn’t died in his sleep. Then my father wanted to do that to me again along with my children just to make allies. No, I had to get them out of there, find a safe place for them. I will see at this place to offer and see if we can live here. They all seem nice enough and normal as far as I can tell.
“Tony, She is running away from someone. He has hurt her and tried to hurt the girls. We need to keep them safe in case he finds them here. We need to keep an eye out for strangers at all times. Just let me know when new people come to town. We haven’t started advertising yet so no one should know about the Zipline or boating stuff.” Athena explained
“Yes, Alpha. Athena I would like to talk to you later about Rose if I may.” Tony asked
“Sure let’s get them settled first and the car to town hidden away from onlookers,” Athena said
They drove the rest of the way in silence and wondering who could be after them. It scares them to death, and I saw some lite bruising on Rachal's arms. That will not be happening again to these women. I will make sure of it.
“Amy, can you have some food ready. I have three human women with me in need of some food and shelter. I will need two rooms made up for them. Pass the word around that we will have some human visitors in town they will stay with us.” Athena mind-linked Amy
“Yes, Alpha. I will have food and rooms ready shortly for you. You are what fifteen minutes out.” Amy asked
“Yes, your right Amy. Thank you.” Athena replied all she heard in return was a little giggle and then nothing.
When they arrived at the packhouse, everyone was waiting outside to see the new pack members and the humans. It was like a circus was in town. I had to laugh when I saw Rachal, Rose and Lily’s faces when they saw the house and all the people outside.
“Are you the mayor or something of this town?” Lily asked
I laughed “or something would be a great title for myself.” I replied
“This is a big house and everything. Do all these people live here?” Rose asked
“No, not all of them. Some live here some have their own place and others just work here or in town. Speaking of jobs. Do you all need jobs or school?” Athena asked
“Rose and I could use a job and Lily will need to go to school or homeschooled if that is available,” Rachal replied
“I have a store in town that needs people to run it. We are getting ready to open up for tourists and stuff here soon. It will be a souvenir shop for tourists. We know our town for wolves and stuff, plus zip lining and boating. So you will show things with our wolf logo on them and zip lining and boats. Things like that. If you have any ideas that would be helpful, just let me know. But Tony can walk you guys there and show you guys the shop and you can set it up any way you like. I also think we have an apartment above the shop that has two bedrooms that you guys can live in since you will run the store and Lily will be going to school with the town's children. It looks like Amy has made you all something to eat as a snack dinner will be at seven and then Amy will show you to your rooms. I will see you guys at seven.” Athena said as she started to walk off
“Athena wait,” Rose asked
“Yes, Rose?” Athena replied
“Can I talk to you when I am done eating? I have a few questions and I don’t want my mother to hear that I am asking you this. She seems to think I am nuts because of this. So I would like to talk to you if I may.” Rose asked with all the confidence she could
“Rose you can talk to me about anything. I am your friend and hope to be a boss. So please just ask anyone to show you to my office and they will bring you to me when you're ready.” Athena said
“Thank you” Rose replied and went back to the others
This will be a long day. In the office waited Alpha Elijah and the others for her.
“Sorry to keep you all waiting. That took a little longer than I thought it would. So Alpha Elijah when would be a good time for you to go with me to the Snowpack?” Alpha Athena asked
“I was thinking of sending Aiden with you because I want to get him used to doing this with you and others. Plus, I think it would be good for him to see how you handle things. It might help him a little better too and I know it would help your brother to know that you are safe at all times.” Alpha Elijah said while laughing
“You are just hoping that your son is my mate. Give me time to get everything going and I will find my mate. I just need to make sure everything is in place first. My dad will figure out who I am eventually and I need everything done and ready for that. I don’t want a mate to get hurt if something would happen to me, It would just hurt him in the loss of me if we were mated.” Alpha Athena said
“I understand your reasons Kenda. I also know how you and your wolf would like to be open about who you really are. It will come to my dear, just think about how your mate could help you deal with all of this. You don’t have to bear this alone, you have a family now not just your pack, but mine as well love you. I will let you know the time when Aiden and I head to Snow Moon Pack. I think I will head home to my mate now.” Alpha Elijah said
“Have a safe journey,” Athena replied
“Athena the new pack members are ready for you and they have their rank once they get added into the pack. I will meet with the humans once they get settled.” Rami said through our mind-link
“Thank you. Just let the new pack members know we will have a gathering in the field tonight to bring them into the pack. It will be after the humans go to bed.” Alpha Athena said
“You betcha Alpha girl.” Rami mind-linked laughing at me because of my shocked look I sent her for her comment. Then there was a knock at my door that took me out of my thoughts.
“Come in” Athena yelled
“Alpha it’s just me,” Tony said as he came in
“Yes Tony, How can I help you?” Athena asked
“It’s about the human girl Rose. I think she is my mate and I can feel a pull towards her that tells me she is mine, but I don’t think she feels it. What do I do?” Tony asked
“I kind of figured that was the case when I saw your face when she got out of her car. I also know there is more to her than even her mother may know. So that could be what is keeping her from feeling the bond. I don’t think she is human. I would suggest courting her like in the old days. Ask her out on a date like the young kids do before they find their mates. But I would like to learn how humans do it so you can treat her like she is expecting to be treated by a boyfriend. Start there then we can figure out how to proceed. Ok?” Athena explained
“That sounds good Athena. I will do some research before I ask her out.” Tony replied
“That sounds perfect,” Athena said then Tony left to go to his room to figure out what a human date would be. So he could win over his mate. He doesn’t know why he got to have a human mate but he will love her no matter what and keep her safe. Then he was brought out of his thoughts by his mate.
“Excuses me. Can you help me find Athena’s office, please?” Rose asked
“Yes, Rose I can,” Tony said
“Oh, you know my name?” Rose asked
“Yes, I was there with Athena when she stopped to help you. I guy I didn’t stand out, my name is Tony,” he replied
“Oh ok, I remember now. You were standing in the middle of Athena and that big guy when I got out. Sorry I was just overwhelmed with everything.” Rose replied
He walked Rose to Athena office just doing a little chit chat with her. He was just overjoyed that she was talking with him. Then they stopped at the door of the Athena office. Tony knocked on the door and let her know that he was bringing in Rose to see her. They both walked into the office.
“Thank you, Tony, for bringing Rose to see me. You can go now.” Athena said
“Ok, Athena. Rose if you need anything please let me know,” Tony said and left the office I watched as Rose blushed and looked down to hide the blush. She might feel something of the bond. I can’t wait to see what she wants to talk about.
“Rose, you wanted to talk with me?” Athena asked
“Oh, sorry. Yes, I wanted to ask if you know of anyone that had dreams of the future or past or something? You know like a clairvoyant or something?” Rose asked
“Yes, Rose I know a few people who can do that. I believe in the supernatural world if that is what you are asking.” Athena said
“Yes. See before my father died and trust me it was for the best that he is dead. He said he wasn't a total human and that my sister and I were more than my mother because he kept it that way because she wasn’t his true mate. But because he could tell we were more, he figured he had time to tell us, but he died before he could tell me everything. My mom thinks he was just trying to toy with me like he did her and hurt me as he did her. He only took her as his because he wanted something from my grandfather that wants nothing but power and money. That is why we are here hiding away. Is there a way to test to see what I may be if he was telling the truth or not?” Rose asked
“Yes, I know someone who could help. We will keep this between you and me, but I need you to tell me everything about your past and family.” Athena said
“I can do that. I don’t know a lot but I can tell you what I know. When would you like to start?” Rose asked
“We can take this up in the morning. Why don’t you go rest for the night,” Athena told her
Rose left the office and left me with a lot to think about. Why me? Why bring them to me, Goddess? Why me?