Notes:
     While Percival takes Charlie home to his other mates, Elisa makes her move on Merlin.
Warnings: gay sex

     Merlin gritted his teeth in frustration.
    The meeting with the council hadn't done any good! Despite his best efforts, the council had come to the conclusion that Merlin's dreams were just that...dreams, even if Rose shared them. There was simply no evidence that they were visions of any sort, the council had concluded, and best not to frighten the packs, especially at such a delicate time when things had just gotten settled and the all the mated Omegas (or their partners) were pregnant.
    A low growl of frustration left Merlin's throat as he left the council chambers and started back towards home.
    A sudden voice behind Merlin made him stop in his tracks. "Alpha, I must speak with you urgently!" Merlin turned to find Sola rushing towards him, her large silver eyes nearly glowing.
    "Sola, what can I do for you?"
Sola caught up to the Alpha and grabbed him by the shoulders. "I believe there is something to your dreams, Alpha." Merlin tilted his head to the side in confusion.
Sola looked around quickly before settling her gaze on him once more. "There is a reason Mother Lupa chose you to be the Alpha of Wolf Haven. I believe she is trying to communicate with you and the Omega Vixen through your dreams. You say they've happened every night? The same one?"
     "Yes. Why?"
     "And you and your mate have the same?"
     "Yes." Merlin said, adding, "We fall asleep together and wake up with our foreheads touching after we share the same dream."
    "Then it must be your connection. The connection between you and your mate is the key!"
    "What do you mean?"
    Sola exhaled sharply through her nose, making a whistling sound. "I think I may know what this dream means. But first I need to consult with the Elders." She let go of his shoulders, smoothing out his tunic. "Once we have the answer, we'll meet you in the council chambers. Until then, worry not about these dreams. Focus on taking care of her for now."
    Then, she left without another word. Merlin stood, thinking about what Sola had said, finally shrugging it off as he continued toward home.
                          * * * * *
     Percival groaned as he spilled his Alpha seed into Charlie. Beneath him, the younger were shuddered and moaned contentedly.
     "Alpha, please." He begged.
Charlie's cock was rock hard and had turned a deep shade of red. Percy gripped it in one of his big hands and began to tug on it, making the male Beta cry out in relief and pleasure.
    Percy pulled out of his mate and changed his position, licking a stripe up along his mate's dick before filling his mouth with it, sucking strongly.
    It was at this moment that the pair heard a familiar voice, "Thought you two were supposed to be on guard duty?"
    They both looked up to see Merlin with an amused grin on his face. "My apologies, Alpha." Percy said, lifting his head.
    "Did you mate?" Merlin asked, not unkindly.
    "Yes, Alpha."
    "Then take him home to Ruby and Dorothy. I'll send two more guards out to keep an eye on this area and let Sapphira know that she'll be losing a Beta."
    They got up and began redressing themselves. Merlin gave them a wink and walked away, back toward home once more.
                            * * * * *
   Charlie paused in the doorway as he and Percival entered his den. Percy let out a low howl and, immediately, two very attractive dark haired females flocked to his side.
    One wore a red cloak while the other wore a blue one, that being the only thing covering them. Both of them kissed Percival, pampering him by fixing his hair or dusting off his clothes.
    "Ruby, Dorothy, my loves, I'd like to introduce you to our newest mate." He gestured for Charlie to enter the den and, as he slowly, and shyly, approached, the women's heads snapped up towards him in surprise. "Darlings, this is Charlie."
    Charlie nervously smiled at the pair of women. The one in the blue cloak slipped out of Percival's arms and sauntered over to Charlie, wrapping her arms around his neck. "Oh, Percy, he's cute." She teased.
    The other female whispered something to Percival who nodded and answered, "I love you both but I'll admit that I sometimes crave a male. Besides, he can be for you when I'm needed elsewhere and I feel would be an excellent addition to our little family."
    She nodded and moved to Charlie's side as well, stroking his messy hair. "Dorothy's right. You are cute." She added.
    As she placed gentle kisses across his jawline, Dorothy unzipped his pants, reaching a hand inside to stroke his cock. A low moan escaped his lips and he leaned his head back, closing his eyes as he enjoyed the feeling.
    A sudden growl made all three snap their heads towards Percival. He made a step in their direction, that low growl rumbling in his throat. "All of you. Bed. Now."
    The group hastily began heading to the back of the den where the rather large pile of furs was waiting, shedding their clothing along the way. Pretty soon, they all collapsed on the bed of furs together, a mess of limbs.
     Percy gripped Ruby's hips in his hands, thrusting into her without hesitation. After some encouragement, Charlie did the same to Dorothy, filling her completely as well.
    Thus began a long night as the four took turns ravishing each other until the sun rose high in the sky.
                               * * * * *
    Merlin had decided to walk home, enjoying the cool night air and the sound of crickets in the distance. It was comfortably cool and the slight smell of dew covered grass invaded his nostrils.
    As he was passing near the farmlands, a door suddenly opened. Merlin turned his head to see Elisa standing in the doorway, a smile on her pretty face.
    "You're out late, Alpha." She said in a slightly teasing tone of voice.     "Would you like to come in for a cup of coffee or tea?"
    Merlin slowly approached her. "Elisa, why are you still awake?"
    She shrugged. "Couldn't sleep. So...would you like to come in?"
    "You should be resting." He gently protested. She pouted, jutting out her bottom lip. "But I guess I could come in for a quick drink."
     She immediately brightened, opening the door a little wider so that he could enter her humble house. Elisa quickly followed him inside and shut the door, putting a pot of tea on the stove. Merlin made himself home in one of her oversized chairs.
   "Would you like something to eat, Alpha?" She asked.
    Merlin smiled. "No but thanks, Elisa."
   As she prepared his tea, Elisa sat in the chair next to him. "So what has you out this late, Alpha?"
    "Merlin is fine, love. And not much. Just having a meeting with the council."
    Elisa blushed. "You shouldn't work yourself so hard, Alpha--I mean Merlin. You do enough for us everyday." She slid off her chair, moving behind his and placing her hands on his shoulders as she massaged them. "You're too tense."
    "Being Alpha has its downsides just as it has its upsides." He said, shrugging it off.
    "True." She agreed. "And you're a wonderful Alpha."
    "Well thank you. I certainly try my best." He confessed. "Although I have to admit, there have been plenty of times that I questioned whether I was doing the right thing or not. My father knew how to take care of this pack. He cleared it of the evil my grandfather caused within it. He saw fit to entrust it to me instead of Arthur and sometimes I question if he made the right choice trusting me."
    Elisa moved back around to face Merlin. "Of course he did! You're the best Alpha one could hope for and you deserve the world." At that moment, a timer went off. "Oh! Tea's done!" She said, rushing towards the pot.
     Merlin chuckled at her reaction. "I'm glad you think I'm doing well. Rose always tells me the same but she's biased." He said, chuckling again.
     Elisa got quiet for a second, gritting her teeth at the mention of the other Omega. "Well, she and I both agree on at least one thing." She forced out a bubbly laugh.      "How is she, by the way?" She asked through gritted teeth as she handed Merlin a cup of tea.
    "Happy at being pregnant again. And I'm happy too to be honest. Just not looking forward to when she starts having cravings again. That part was a nightmare and a half! " He said, laughing.
    "But the pups are worth it." Elisa pointed out.
    "True." He agreed. "I love our pups. Can't wait to have more."
     "Did you ever think about having another mate? You could have more pups." She pointed out.
    Merlin frowned. "I've thought about it but...no. I don't wish for another mate."
    "Why not? You'd have more pups, another were to cuddle at night. You're a great Alpha. You deserve more one than one mate."
    "I just don't want another." Merlin argued. "I always told myself I'd only mate if I found my true mate and I have. I don't need anything more than that."
    "Plenty of your other Alphas have multiple mates, even with their true mate though." Elisa argued back. "Your brother for one."
     "And that is their choice. As far as I'm concerned, as long as there are enough Omegas and Betas to go around, any Alpha can have as many mates as he or she desires. But, as for me, I only want one."
    Elisa moved forward, sitting in Merlin's lap, and making him jolt back in surprise. She raised a hand to his face and gently moved a strand of hair out of it, letting her hand linger there longer than was appropriate.
    "Elisa, what are you doing?"
    "Just showing you what you're missing." She whispered as she leaned toward him.
    Closing the remaining distance, she pressed her lips against his. One hand moved into his hair and she adjusted herself in his lap.
    Merlin felt very uncomfortable so he gently pushed her back, making her lose her balance and have to grab the table to not fall down.
    A growl entered Merlin's voice as he spoke. "Don't ever touch me like that again!"
    "Alpha..." she began.
    "What made you think touching me in such an inappropriate way was ok?"
    "I only wished to show you that you are allowed to enjoy more than one mate."
    Merlin's nostrils flared. "I am more than aware of what my position of authority affords me. However, I believe I made it very clear that I am not interested in another mate."
    "You've never given another a chance! You insist on following Rose around like a lost puppy, ignoring that I and others like me might wish to be your mate as well!" She spat back venomously.
    "Watch your tone, Elisa! You know it is illegal to make unwanted advances towards a mated were." Softening his tone, he added, "Don't get me wrong, Elisa. I think you're a wonderful girl. Sweet, beautiful, clever. And I'm sure you'll make an even more wonderful Omega to a very lucky Alpha. But that Alpha...will not be me. I love Rose. She is my true mate and she's the only one I want. Do not ever speak ill of her or make another unwanted advancement towards me again. I assure you, you will not like the consequences."
    Straightening up, he took a deep breath and added, "Thank you for the tea. Have a good night."
     Then he left the house, leaving Elisa with a cold and venomous look on her face like she was plotting something nefarious.
                          * * * * *
    Over the next few days, Rose started to notice something odd. She and Merlin were still sharing dreams but other things had happened too.
    More than once, Rose seemed to cure some of the weres of their afflictions with a simple touch. Other times, she seemed to sense things that would happen before they did.
    It was very odd and many weres talked about it, mostly seeming either genuinely interested or muttering things like "cool".
    Merlin, on the other hand, felt worried. What could possibly be going on with his mate? She suddenly seemed...different was the only word he could think to explain it.
    Sapphira believed that Rose might be coming into her powers but that was impossible! She had entered her second year since she stopped aging, well above the age of discovering her powers, something that could happen either as a child or after she learned she was an Omega. Even late bloomers gained all their powers before they reached the weres legal age!
    If she was just discovering something, there had to be some contributing factor. Because she hadn't been around other weres until he'd mated her a year ago? Perhaps. Somehow, however, he felt that that didn't quite explain it.
    Something else was in play here. He could just feel it!