One of the guards ran into the cell with an exasperated expression on his face.
-Alfa, Commander, the wolves, the wolves- it was difficult for him to articulate words- all of a sudden they froze, their eyes changed color and fell unconscious-
Hades looked at his brother who did not come out of his same impression. In his arms Nebraska could barely move, she had exhausted the last bit of energy she had left and would soon accompany her companions to a well-deserved sleep, but she did not want to. She shook his head in an attempt to wake up.
The alpha felt the movement and paid attention to it.
-Later I want you to explain to me in detail what you did, now rest- he removed the strands of hair that fell on his face.
She denied.
-I won’t- His eyes closed and he opened them again with force.
Hades understood and the way her small body began to tremble was the indication that the panic of being adrift at the mercy of strangers and inside a cell, was beginning to invade her. He had to get her out of there. She had endured entering that dungeon and healing his own, after all that had happened and yet, she had not broken, until now.
-Leoxi, take care of the rest, I have to go back- He did not look at his brother, but he did not need any more words, so many years at his twin’s side was more than enough to read him beyond what was necessary.
Hades put a hand under her thighs and carried her, leaving the place as quickly as possible. The lighter air reached Nebraska’s lungs which took a deep breath.
-You can be more calm, I will take you with your children- the wolf headed towards the mansion pressing it against his chest and trying to diminish its smell, so as not to bother her.
-Won’t you do anything to them?- She specified when she received no response from him -to my pack?-
Hades sighed.
-Can you worry a little more about yourself? They will be fine, my brother will know what to do with the males so that they integrate properly with the other members, but, perhaps you have not seen yourself- his tone came out a little more abrupt- you have children and responsibilities, if you do not take care of yourself, you will leave them motherless-
-I know my limits- her words were diluted in the air- I will not leave you alone this time, I just cannot bear to remain with folded hands when there is so much to do-
-I’m the alpha now and everyone is my responsibility, so you don’t have to be carrying all that burden-
Nebraska was slow to respond and he thought she had fallen asleep.
-Even so, don’t be a queen, tie my arms and legs, I will give my life and everything I have for the good of my family, only then will I be calm … the …-
She finally fell asleep.
Hades looked at her pale and still thin face. That wolf put everything that was important to her before her, even before her health. He knew that if she continued like this he could lose her, he would have to take drastic measures if she used more force than necessary.
He entered through the door of the mansion and went to the room designated for her. Noa was waiting for her going around in circles. Upon entering, the puppy ran in his direction, but when he realized who it was, he backed away. His face showed a look of concern when he saw his mother in his arms.
-Don’t be alarmed, she fell asleep walking too much- he would not worry the child with details that were beyond her understanding.
He saw him nod his head and sit on the edge of the bed next to Nebraska once he put her on the mattress and covered her body with the blanket.
-Take care of her- He shook off the tangle of disheveled hair, an action that impressed Noa and he left with his mind still analyzing the new events.
He had to keep that information as protected as possible, if someone with the wrong scruples found out about it, the lives of the few omegas that existed could be in danger or end for other purposes. He was grateful that those who had witnessed this were his brother’s trusted wolves.
He heard his beta walk over to where he was and turned, waiting for him, leaning against the wall.
-What happen?-
His beta’s posture seemed awkward, like he didn’t like something.
-Alfa- he pursed his lips in a fine line- The Council, is aware of the situation, they will be here in about 8 days-
Hades snapped his teeth. He hoped he would have more time to alocate all the members of the new pack in better condition and finish directing certain matters, but there was no more that could be done. Going against the current would be worse.
-Prepare the conditions for reception, nothing can go wrong-
By the time the day of the Council meeting arrived, Nebraska had gained much of the lost pounds and her senses had mostly regained, minus her eyesight that refused to improve. No matter the doses of blood that Hades offered her and the medications from the doctor, nothing made the sharpness and focus necessary to do things for herself return, there was a constant nebula present. She had had to learn to be guided by her hearing and smell, which had helped her a great deal so far.
-This Layan always so picky about etiquette- Sara protested as she walked through the door with a pair of silver half-size square-heeled shoes that matched the long, skintight dress Nebraska was wearing. The high neckline and long sleeves were maybe a bit over the top but she didn’t want to show any skin in front of what was considered the law among wolves. Sara had contributed her granite by choosing a thick fabric decorated with the same texture as the thread. Simple but elegant at the same time.
The wolf had tied her hair in a bun behind her head leaving only the front strands framing her face and she was devoid of makeup, because she was not going to a party. On the contrary, his future and that of his pack would be defined that day.
-You must be calm and not exasperate with any of them no matter what they say-Sara repeated every so often- Some may be uncompromising, but remember that Hades will be with you-
Nebraska had a blank mind. In her ten years as queen she had never attended either of the two meetings the Council had forced her to attend. If she did, she was sure they would only punish her and not hear anything she had to say.
The reason for that.
An omega was forbidden to lead the pack.