Dr. Lacy continued after Marcus had calmed down, your brain scans came back normal along with your heart scans. Your blood work is a different story. It seems as though you have traces of silver and wolfsbane in your blood. I am curious as to how it got there. The amount in your system is faint and should filter out within the next month. I was in shock at what she said. I knew there was silver and wolfsbane in my system, but I figured it would all be out by now.
The rogues would use silver and wolfsbane to keep our wolves at bay. They didn’t want anyone shifting or trying to overpower them. We would get a dose every week. It was always enough to last through the week and keep us in line, I said while looking down at my hands. Marcus was shaking beside me. His eyes had gone black, and I knew that Ian was in control. He held me tighter to him trying to calm himself down.
I won’t let anyone hurt you like that ever again. Do you hear me ? I will find the men who did this to you and kill them. Everett we will start first thing tomorrow on trying to track them down, Ian said while still trying to calm down. Everett only gave a nod while looking pissed off himself. He quickly got up and left the room. Dr. Lacy was soon to follow leaving only me and Marcus only with each other.
I should have been nervous about being alone with him, but I felt safe. I knew he wouldn’t hurt me. I brought my hands up to his back and started to rub soothing circles on his back. I could tell he was calming down more because he quit shaking and his breathing evened out.
Madelyn, I promise that I will never let anything happen to you. The pack and I will protect you from anyone who thinks they can hurt you again, Marcus said while looking into my eyes. I could tell he was being truthful with his words. I was still nervous about whether Marcus would still accept me with how broken I was. He knew parts of what happened to me but not everything. Would he want me after he learned about what happened to me ?
But Marcus you shouldn’t want… before I could finish my sentence Marcus leaned down and kissed me softly as though he didn’t want to scare me. I was in shock as I had never been kissed before. Marcus went to pull away, but I quickly kissed him back. I know from my past I should be scared, but I knew he wouldn’t hurt me like those rogues did.
Marcus pulled away from the kiss and rested his forehead against mine. He had so many emotions running through his eyes as he just looked at me. I was blushing like crazy because I wasn’t expecting him to do that.
I’ve wanted to do that since I laid eyes on you. I just knew I might scare you if I did, Marcus admitted to me. This caused me to giggle because he started to blush slightly.
I have something I wanted to ask you, Marcus said slightly nervous. I only nodded and looked at him to continue.
Will you be mine ? Marcus asked me while looking hopeful. I thought I would need time to think, but I knew my answer.
Yes.
I couldn’t stop smiling while looking at Marcus who seemed shocked. I don’t think he expected me to answer him so fast. Slowly, a smile made its way onto Marcus’s face before he picked me up and started spinning me around. Ouch, Marcus, my ribs, I cry out in pain. Marcus quickly put me down looking worried that he hurt me.
I am sorry Madelyn. I didn’t mean to hurt you I swear. I was just so excited and caught up in the moment… Marcus continued to ramble on until I cut him off. It is alright. I am fine I promise, I reassure him and add a smile to my words. Marcus stopped and looked down at me with so much happiness. You won’t regret this. I promise.
Dr. Lacy said I was free to leave the hospital later that night. Marcus had to leave around lunch and handle some pack business. Clover decided to stop by and have lunch with me. I knew everyone was worried about my weight. Dr. Lacy said that I need to eat more throughout the day in order to get my weight back up but not too much that I overeat. It was a lot of food, and I wasn’t sure I would be able to eat. I was used to eating once a day when I was on my own twice if I was lucky.
So do you know if you are having a boy or girl yet, I asked Clover as I took a bite of my sandwich. She was due in about 2 months. My mate and I are keeping it a surprise. We always liked the idea of not knowing and just being surprised, Clover said while rubbing her stomach. Where is your mate if you don’t mind me asking ? I just feel like I would have met him already, I ask being curious.
She gives a sad smile while answering me, He is away helping train another pack. They are a smaller pack and got attacked a few weeks back. He is the head warrior of the pack actually. Clover smiled while thinking of her mate. It killed him to leave me and the baby, but he knew he needed to because it is his duty. He should be back in the next couple of days. I will introduce you to him once he is home. I smiled and nodded to her. I can’t wait to meet him.
Do you have names picked out yet ? I ask while eating my chips. If it is a girl then Lucy and for a boy Luka, Clover said with excitement in her voice. I love those names. I looked away quickly not wanting her to see the sadness in my eyes. I hadn’t heard her name in such a long time. Lucy was my mom’s name. I miss her so much.
There are always things that remind me of my parents and brother. It makes me sad knowing I won’t be able to see them again. I wish so badly I could see them just one more time just to talk to them.
Clover pulled me from my thoughts when she stood up to leave. I will see you later me and this one are going to take a much-needed nap, she said while making her way to the door. I will see you later Madelyn. I waved to her as she left. I was left to my thoughts
Willow, do you think we can be happy here ? I ask as my thoughts are swirling around in my head. I think we will be just fine here. Our mate cares for us a lot. We are already making friends. We are safe here. I nod realizing she was right. I have had to run for so long that I couldn’t remember what it was like to just sit still for a while. It will be nice to know what family feels like again.
I spent the rest of the day napping and in my thoughts. Marcus was busy with Alpha work but promised to be here when I was ready to go home.
I was just coming from the bathroom from changing when he walked through the door. Hey my love, Marcus said coming to give me a hug and a kiss on my head. I stiffened slightly but quickly relax when he hugged me. I blushed at his words but didn’t comment on them. Are you ready to go home and get some rest ? Marcus was already leading me out of the room and down the hallway. I am, but can we get dinner first ? I am a little hungry, I say just as my stomach starts to growl. Marcus laughs and leads us back to the pack house. He takes me to the kitchen where someone was already preparing some food. I guess Marcus had mind-linked them that we were coming.
I sat down at the table as they set the food down in front of me. I quickly dug into the pork dish savoring the flavor of it. This is delicious, I say to the chef who made the food. I am pleased that the Luna likes our cooking, they said while bowing their heads. I wasn’t used to being called Luna, so I would have to get used to that.
After we ate our dinner, we made our way upstairs. I knew I was comfortable around Marcus, but I still wasn’t sure if I was ready to sleep in the same bed as him. I know this hurt him, but I just hoped he understands. After we got to the room, I took a quick shower before changing into some clothes that Clover brought up for me. You can go shopping soon to get yourself some clothes, Marcus said while coming from the bathroom. He was only in his boxers leaving the rest of him on full display.
He was very good-looking with all his muscles. His arms were very muscular along with his chest, and his abs were drool worth. I hadn’t realized I was staring till Marcus cleared his throat with clear amusement on his face. Do you see something you like ? I quickly look away while turning bright red. He chuckled while shaking his head. It is alright for you to stare. I am all your love. Marcus said which only caused me to blush more.
I quickly got under the covers to hide my face. I didn’t want him to see the effects he had on me. I peeked my head out from under the covers to see that Marcus was laying on the couch. I guess he respected my wishes of us not sleeping in the same bed together just yet, which I was thankful for.
Goodnight Marcus, I say already falling asleep. Goodnight my love. That was the last thing I hear before falling into a wonderful sleep.