MIA

It's over. The rogue war is finally over. I felt the burden lift off my shoulders. I felt a sense of peace and safety return to the pack. I looked around...mates were embracing each other, families were holding each other. I could see that everyone was rejoicing in the moment and the Pack was safe and well. There will be no more rogue problems. 

"Hey." I looked up and see Noah bend down on his knees in front of me. His mouth turned into a smile, "How's my girl holdin up?" He asks. He ran the back of his knuckles on my cheek.

I leaned into his touch and smiled, "Good. I'm happy."

"Good." He replied. And then he leans in and presses his lips against my own. I felt this kiss down to my very soul. Before...we had so many problems, so many challenges that seemed impossible to overcome. But we are here now. We fought, we struggled, and we won. Now...we have this. We have us. I have my Noah. 

"I"m fine too, if you were even wondering." I smiled against Noah's lips when I heard the voice of my favorite little boy. 

Noah and I chuckled as we faced Kieth. Noah dropped his arm over his little shoulders, "Come'ere, boy." Kieth laughs as Noah pulls him in for a typical boyish hug. Noah was roughing him up a bit, by messing up his hair, but Kieth just giggles and laughs. Once he got free, Kieth turned to me. He did not say any words but practically tackled me with his big bear hug. 

"Hey now be careful son! Mia is still injured." Noah warned Kieth. 

"Whoa! Sorry, Mia! I didn't mean to!"

I shook my head and waved it off, "It's okay. I'm fine."

Kieth sat next to me and said, "Thank you Mia...for saving my life."

Noah frowned, "What you on about, boy?"

Kieth looked at his father and said, "The women and children were in the forest while the fire was everywhere. I was trying to help Mia...but she forced me to leave her and to go with the others. She sacrificed herself...so then I could live."

Noah looked at me with eyes slightly wider, "You sacrificed yourself for my son?"

"Of course I did. I would die for him...and I would die for you if it meant you were going to be okay."

I could see Noah's eyes soften. He just stared at me with adoration in his eyes. 

Kieth leaned in and rested his head on my shoulder, his eyes slowly shut as he started to doze off, but before he completely fell asleep, he whispered, "You're the best mum ever."

I felt my heart skip a beat. My heart melted. I didn't know how to feel about it either. Because I'm not his real mum. I didn't want to take her place. But I felt so happy hearing Kieth say that. I looked at Noah and he was still staring at me. A small smile formed on his face and he said, "Yeah, she is."

"ALRIGHT EVERYONE!" Xander shouted, "We are gonna head back to the Pack. No one can be alone, so start buddying up and we head out together in five minutes."

"Well," I said, "I better look for a buddy."

Noah frowned, "What?"

I slowly got up and said, "Yeah, like what Xander said, I have to go find a buddy, so..." I start walking away, but Noah softly snatched me back and made me bump into his chest. I giggled, just what I was hoping for. 

He leans his head in, "You don't need to find no buddy because I'm your buddy. You hearin me, love?"

I giggled and nodded, "Loud and clear captain."

He chuckles, "Good."

When we got back to the Pack...everything was still intact. There was no damage which was a relief. Noah and I walked with his arm around my waist, slightly supporting me because I am still injured. Kieth was running ahead with the other kids. It was strange coming back from such a chaotic and traumatic night to a clean Pack area...as if nothing ever happened. It made the events that just occurred seem like a dream. Maybe that's a good thing. The people need move on with their lives and know that nothing bad is going to happen. 

I looked to my left and I see the Luna, Lizzy. Xander was holding the baby with one arm while his other was over Lizzy's shoulders. Their son Xavier was walking slightly ahead of them. They looked at each other and smiled. I was happy. They didn't need to be so stressed anymore. They can be at peace and grow their family. 

I looked further and I see Zapora with her family. She and Eddie were laughing about something while their kids were playing. 

I leaned into Noah and took a deep breath of his scent. I remember the first time I smelt it. I was sitting down in my cottage ready to paint...when through the window, I smelt an amazing scent. I smiled at the memory. That was the start of us. I giggled when I also remembered when he was still dazed from his injuries...he would call me Angel when I was being nice to him. And whenever I had to force him to eat, he'd call me a little devil. 

"What you laughing at?" Noah asked curiously. 

I shook my head, "Nothing...just memories."

Noah chuckled, "Yeah I don't want to know."

As we all entered the Packhouse, I felt so much peace. This was home. My home. The feeling of familiarity was one that I welcomed with open arms. 

Because the whole war is over and we are safe...I felt the adrenaline leave my system and fatigue came and took it's place. I felt my eyes drooping and my body slowly sagging against Noah's. 

"Whoa, hey!" Noah caught me as I was about to fall.

"Tired." Mumbled. 

"Alright, love. Let's get you to bed." Noah lifts me up and carried me up the stairs. He lays me on a bed and from the smell of it, it was his bed.

He pulled the covers over me and kisses my forehead, "You okay now, love?"

I nodded my head, "Yeah, still weak and a little sore, but better."

He nods his head, "Good. When you're better, I wanted to-" But before he could finish, Xander came into the room. 

"Sorry to interrupt, but Noah. Someone is asking for you."

"Who?"

"Alpha Kendrick. He wants to talk. Come to my office." Xander left out the door.

I gulped, "Its going to be about me." 

"I know." He growled. 

I touch his hand and say, "Calm down, it's going to be fine. The war is over...he can't do anything to stop us from being together."

"I know...I just hope for his sake that he won't try."

"For his sake?"

"Yeah because if he does try...I'm going to rip his head off."

Another knock sounded at the door. It was Noah's brother and mother. 

"Hello my dear, I thought I would watch over your mate while you go off on your meeting." She said to her son. 

Noah stood up and made his way to his mother. He leaned down and kissed her cheek, "Thank you mother, I'd appreciate that." Noah then turned to his brother, "I want you to stay here with Mother and Mia, bruv, yeah?"

Isaac nodded his head in respect, "Whatever you say brother."

Noah clasped his shoulder and gave it a tight squeeze, "Good."

NOAH

I walk into Xander's office. Eddie, Soul and Lincoln were the first people I saw. As soon as I saw Alpha Kendrick at the window, my guard was fully up. I felt the instinct kick in...I wanted to kill him right then and there, no questions, no words. But I knew I couldn't do that. 

Everyone was Silent. Xander was sitting in his chair watching the dynamics between me and Kendrick. 

"You wanted to see me," I stated to the bastard. 

The arrogant fool turned around, "Yes I did. I assume the wedding will resume at a later date, correct?"

"Incorrect," I said immediately after, "There is no wedding."

Kendrick's pupils dilated as his anger started to show, "We had a deal. You marry my daughter for an alliance."

I took a step forward, "You know what Kendrick, no. I am not marrying your daughter, do know why? Because I have a mate now."

Kendrick scoffed and rolled his eyes, "That doesn't mean anything. You gave me your word. You have to keep it. Are you not a man of your word?"

He was seriously pushing my limits, "You see Kendrick, by being a man of my word implies that I am a man of integrity and morals which then leads to the conclusion that these factors are what makes a good man, " I took a step forward and growled, "Please tell me ALPHA Kendrick, who are you to judge me for not being a good man...a man of my word when you molested and tried to rape your own niece when she was but a child. Your own blood. If you are the definition of what a supposed good man is...by god I am glad that I am not a good man." I was standing close to him. I was breathing heavily through my rage. I felt my eyes start to glow. As I was looking into his eyes, I could see he was shocked that I knew of such things about him. His deepest, darkest secret he would take to his grave. His mouth was open, he was trying to form words, but it seemed that he was so in shock he couldn't say anything. 

I stood back and looked at everyone. Everyone was watching closely, but they also looked confused of the situation.

I pointed at Kendrick and exposed him right then and there, "You molested and attempted rape on my Mate...Mia...when she was but a little girl."

All the males in the rooms' eyes widened in shock. Anger was an instant reaction out of all of them. 

Xander stood up, "Is this true?" and snarled at Kendrick. Sweat started to bead above his brow. He was fearing for his life...as he should. Xander walked around his desk and marched right up to Kendrick, "I said...is what my beta said...true?"

Kendrick was shaking. He slowly lowered his head. It was a sign of admition. He did it. 

Xander growled and snarled, "Get out."

Kendrick slipped past Xander and walked to the door, but before he left, he turned back towards us, "I am still expecting a wedding, Noah."

"You still on about the fucking wedding?!" I exclaimed. I marched right up to him, I swung my arm back and was about to punch him before Xander and Eddie grabbed me, "You can't be serious right now! You have to be fucking joking if you think I am actually going to get married to your daughter!" I shouted. 

"I need an alliance!" Kendrick exclaimed. 

He's got balls for raising his voice right now. He is probably the least liked person in this room. 

"Well I ain't marrying your daughter so how about you just fuck off you sick bastard!" I shouted. I was fighting against Xander and Eddie's hold. I wanted to beat Kendrick to a pulp so bad. My body was shaking with the urge to kill him right then and there. 

I was shouting at Kendrick while he was doing the same thing to me. Why does he even want this alliance? 

"EVERYONE SHUT THE HELL UP!" Silence filled the room. "My mate doesn't even love me, let alone want me. I'll marry your daughter."

Xander walked to Soul, "No Soul. You have a mate. You can't-"

"I'm not a little boy Xander. I'm a grown wolf. I can do this."

Xander sighed and nodded his head, "Alright then." Xander turned to Kendrick, "Look, now you have someone to marry your goddamn daughter. Now get the hell out before I let Noah rip you to pieces."