Chapter 3 Wanting Her

It is the annual meeting of Alphas in this hemisphere.

My pack is hosting this event, as the Alpha King, I am responsible for the all packs on this side of the world. It's stampeding, there were no cancellations for well-known reasons.

Alongside the Councilors and Elders on stage, I am currently supervising the audience in the auditorium.

Once again, my gaze wanders over the crowd, from those seated in the front row to others standing at the back holding glasses. Occasionally, they come across a pair of enthusiastic eyes belonging to a woman who strives for my attention - like that of a she-wolf on prowl.

But I'm looking for a pair of gray ones that are carved into my heart, capable of turning this tedious conference into an exciting event in the blink of an eye. If they're here in the room, I'm sure I'll notice them in no time. They know exactly how to attract me like a magnet, control my senses with just take one look into them. But I can’t find them yet. I haven't seen them for two whole shitty weeks, my wolf feels ditched, he craves them.

I am one of the key speakers of this meeting today. This is supposed to be an important gathering, but when I look around it looks more like a mating party. And I'm the prey. The she-wolves have really put a lot of effort into their looks, one trying to outdo the other with a more expensive dress.

Any Alpha with an unmated at-age daughter will try his luck with me today.

It is almost sickening how she-wolves are on the hunt instead of the reverse. But they are desperate, on a mission. Mating with the Alpha King means a massive upgrade to their pack, a top status and lots of privileges for their family.

My sole objective is to locate an enticing, dark-haired woman with a slender waist and shapely hips accentuated by her stunning larger ass. Her eyes flame with love any time she catches sight of me and when our lips meet, it is like two fully loaded clouds clashing. The Moon Goddess has completely outdone herself when creating this exquisite being. She's dazzling, that mate of mine. The way she plays on my emotions, her attraction to me is undeniable, it's beyond the simple mate bond. There is an undeniable chemistry between us, fostering a solid foundation for a lasting companionship.

Completely absorbed in my quest among the guests, I fail to hear that Alpha Remus from Silver Bow appeals to me. He saw my eager gaze going through the crowd but misinterpreted it.

"Dear Alpha King," he prods, "is it not a suitable time for selecting a mate? You have attained twenty-three years and hold an esteemed title as one of our youngest high-ranking members within the Werewolf community. You need a Luna to help carry the responsibilities of the packs alongside you,” he insists.

An old, weary melody.

He's not the only one expressing this concern, the Alphas also really act like I'm already an old man with infertile testicles. Seriously, at just twenty-three!

Their concern is well-founded since most Alphas in the packs have already established a complete family by this age. As the reigning Alpha King, they expect me to have settled down long ago. If they only knew I am already mated, I think many here would have a heart attack from shock.

After one final sweep of the room, I turn my attention to Alpha.

"Yes, you are correct. I have to do a tour soon to see if my fated mate is waiting for me somewhere in a dark corner of a pack”, I answer him, more to get rid of his whining. “If she still can't be found, I might decide to take a chosen one”.

Luckily he buys my statement and gets off my back.

I don't have to fear this Alpha for mating me up with a daughter. Alpha Remus has three sons, so there's no candidate to impose on me. Moreover, he is a dear friend whom I do not wish to deceive. However, revealing that I have already found my destined mate but cannot introduce her would jeopardize my credibility and leadership position. Henceforth, the only option left for me is patiently waiting until Drina becomes ready for our union so she can rightfully become my Luna Queen. A day which I eagerly await!

Once more, my thoughts drift towards my partner. I am eager to lay eyes on her this evening as almost a fortnight has passed since we were last together. My memory recalls how she seemed slightly plumper when I grasped her waist with fervor and brought her near; there appeared to be extra width in that area. It looked like she was pregnant. When I meet her tonight, I'll keep an eye out for any indications and then ask her directly if our first pup is on the way. Just the idea warms me up inside, my own pup!

Last year I also felt that her body was changing.

After I cautiously broached the subject, stayed away for a few months. It drove me to the brink of insanity as my wolf couldn't endure being deprived of her fragrance for such a lengthy period. I had to release him more often in the woods behind the packhouse to let off steam. Since we didn't feel any indication from our bond that she was ill or deceased, it seemed plausible that other pressing matters were distracting her from seeing me.

Upon her return, she had regained her previous weight.

Curvy or skinny, she's my mate and I love her as the Moon Goddess gave her to me. No, I'm crazy about her and that's why the pushiness of the women around me today passes me by. Don't get me wrong, they are all stunning in their own right, but just not for me.

As my name is announced, I step forward to deliver the closing speech.

This annual meeting is my only stage to prove to the packs I am still active in my position. For the last five years, I have been low-key, my beta represented me in all other interactions with the Alphas.

And my absence did not go unnoticed.

Beta Jace reported the comments made from time to time about my persistent absence from mainly bilateral discussions. Some speculated that I was sick or disabled while one Alpha even went so far as to assume that I had passed away. When they saw and spoke to me again in these annual meetings, the suspicions subsided for several months.

Little do they know that the reason behind my absence is simply because I choose to spend it with my sexy mate...