Who would be leaving me a letter at the border ? I wonder as I slowly opened the letter and took it out to read. My eyes started to fill with tears as I read over the words. Madelyn, is everything alright ? Marcus asked after sensing I was upset. I just kept reading the letter terrified of what was to come. Madelyn, talk to me please, Marcus said while coming to kneel in front of me. I dropped the letter before looking at Marcus and Everett before letting the words slip out my mouth, He found me and is coming for me. The words of the letter go over and over in my head.
You thought you could get away from me but think again. I have found you. I realized once my men didn’t return with you something must have happened. It was then I realized they were killed. I will come for you again don’t you worry. After all, you were my favorite.
By the way, you looked great running last night with that little mate of yours. I can’t wait to have you again.
Marcus quickly grabbed the letter from my hand and read it. He growled and punched a hole in the wall after reading the page. He then pushed everything off his desk. I looked up at him nervously to see his eyes were fully black. Ian was in control. No one will get their hands on you. You are mine ! Marcus said while pulling me into his hold. I was scared, but not of Marcus. I was scared of what was to come. Everett picked up the letter and read over it quickly getting upset over the letter himself. Don’t worry Alpha, we won’t let anyone get our Luna, Everett said while trying to calm himself down.
I slowly rubbed Marcus’ back trying to calm him down. It took some time but after a few minutes, he was calmed down enough to think straight. Madelyn, I promise I won’t let anyone take you away from me. I will do everything I can to make sure you are safe, he said while looking at me. I could tell he was struggling to hold back his wolf. I quickly kissed him which took him by surprise, Thank you. That seemed to calm him down.
I quickly left the office to go and find Clover and Polly. Marcus and Everett were about to have a meeting with Sam and Bryan. I walked into the living room to find them sitting there. What are you guys up to ? I asked making my way over to the couch. I sat down next to Clover while Polly was picking out a movie to watch. We were just about to watch Harry Potter. Do you want to watch it with us ? Clover asked while looking over at me. I have never seen it, I said which caused the girls to quickly snap their heads over to look at me. You have never seen Harry Potter, Polly asked in disbelief. I shook my head and looked at the two girls who were still in shock. We are about to watch all these movies right now. Let me go and get the snacks. Polly said while getting up from her spot.
She came back a few minutes later with her arms full of snacks. That should last us all 8 movies, Polly said while pressing play. I laughed while looking at the screen knowing this was going to be a long day.
We were just finishing the 3rd movie when the boys came down. I was really enjoying the series so far and couldn’t wait to see what happened next. Marcus seemed to have calmed down some as he came to sit next to me.
What are you ladies watching in here ? Sam asked as he took the seat next to Polly. The Harry Potter series since Maddy hadn’t seen it before, Clover said while stretching out her legs. All the boys looked at me like I was crazy. You have never seen it, Everett asked while looking at me with mock horror. I laughed and threw a pillow at his head. He quickly dodged it, No I haven’t. Unlike some, I spent the last 5 years locked up or in the woods. I said while crossing my arms.
Marcus pulled me closer to that comment, so I snuggled closer into him. I enjoyed the comfort he brought me. I could tell the mood shifted slightly at my words. Well on that note let’s go to dinner, Sam said trying to lighten the mood. I hadn’t realized the time until I looked at the clock on the wall.
It was already past 6 :00pm. I guess we got caught up watching the movies.
Dinner went along smoothly. The people of the pack seem to have gotten used to me. They don’t stare as much now that they have gotten used to me being here. We were just finishing up dinner when a loud nasally squeal came from the doorway.
A girl came running into the room. It seemed the mood shifted quickly as she came closer to the front of the room. Marcus didn’t seem to care as she seemed to have her eyes trained on him. Marcus !! Did you miss me ? The girl asked just as she came to a stop in front of him. She must not have noticed or cared that I was sitting right next to him as she reached forward to touch his chest.
What is this bitch think she is doing ? Willow snapped in my head. I don’t know, but I want to see what he does, I said while turning my attention back to the situation in front of me.
I know I missed you, the girl said while batting her eyelashes at Marcus. He didn’t seem phased as he finished his plate. No, I didn’t Stacy. He said coldly toward her. She flinched back at his words which caused me to stifle a laugh that was coming up.
What is so funny bitch ? The girl, who I now know is Stacy, snapped over to me. I had to try harder to not laugh in her face. She tried to look mean but failed miserably. Oh nothing, I said while looking at her with amusement.
Marcus, are you really going to let this omega talk to me like that ? Why is she sitting up here anyway ? Stacy asked while turning her attention back to Marcus. He was quick to his feet and in her face in a heartbeat. She is not an omega. She is my mate your future Luna, so I suggest you quit talking while you are still alive, Marcus said as his eyes went darker. I could tell he was trying to hold Ian back.
What are you talking about ? I am your mate. I am supposed to be Luna. Stacy said while trying to put her hand on Marcus again. This time I was the one to lose my temper. I growled low which caused her to look at me with fire in her eyes. You are not and never will be my mate or Luna, Marcus said through gritted teeth.
Stacy looked hurt but decided it would be best to not challenge the Alpha in front of her. She turned to me and smirked with her next words.
I, Stacy Harris, challenge you for the title of Luna and Marcus’ mate. The room went quite at her words. No one dared moved. Marcus was seething. Everett and Sam had to jump up and hold him back to prevent him from killing the girl right then and there.
I looked at her to see her waiting for my response. I knew I could I take her. Stacy seemed to just be all talk and show. I stood from my seat and looked her in the eyes, I, Madelyn Rivera, accept your challenge.
Tomorrow afternoon then, Stacy smirked before leaving the room. I watched as she left the room. Everyone seemed to be on edge as Everett and Sam let Marcus go. He knew he couldn’t interfere now that I accepted the challenge.
Madelyn, are you crazy ? What if you get hurt or lose ? Marcus said while pulling me from the room. I looked at him with hurt in my eyes. He thought I couldn’t defend myself. He thought I was weak. What do you think I can’t take her ? That I am too weak and can’t defend myself ? I said while stepping away from him. I didn’t except him to not have faith in me. I thought he thought highly of me.