Chapter 20 Facing fear

I actually feel pretty good seen as I've had very little sleep, The only
worry is of my fathers reaction. I'll head up to his office following breakfast then head to the club to see if I can catch her for food tonight. Perhaps I'll cook something even better if Da's reaction isn't as bad as I think it's gonna be, maybe she can move her stuff in today, well if she will that is, Ma will be ecstatic to meet her. I head down for breakfast and I can see Mateo and Nathan waiting for me, they look they're gonna burst if they don't get some gossip soon. I notice a coffee and a plate full of food waiting for me, they thought of everything this morning, these boys seriously are eager. I take my seat and all I get is "So?" from Mateo knowing he wants to know everything. "it went well" is all I said, watching for the disappointment in their faces, I let out a laugh, I explain more to them and the fact she doesn't know anything of her origin or past. That's something I need to get someone to look into but thats probably a job for Mark, we wouldn't have a clue where to start, When Da comes around maybe he can help too holding on to the little hope I have. "Boys we do need to talk later it concerns Amelia and the black shadow pack but I don't want anyone in the pack knowing anything you got me" they nod in unison looking a little concerned. "Come let's head for training so I can get to the hard part, Da" "You don't give the man enough credit, he's set in a tradition I'm sure he'll be fine once he sees how happy you are". Concern striking my face I hope so.

As I get ready for training I hear my phone ping *Good Morning I'm sorry I fell asleep baby you must have tired me out x x. Its fine beautiful I'm glad you had sleep we have a whole lifetime ahead of us. I'm hoping to catch you for dinner tonight providing everything goes according to schedule x x. That would be amazing I'm heading to Rich and Nina for dinner I'll tell them to set another place setting for you until later baby, I love you x x. Thank you, Until later beautiful x x.* Well that's just brightened my day, I love her little pet name for me, sends a warm sensation throughout my body. I try to remain focused for training just the thought of her sending a burn through my heart each time, then I have the tension of seeing my father after a shower all these things are giving me so many emotions, I'm sure I'll burst if anything else pops up.

"Got some news I'll see you both in Lucas's room when Lucas gets back from Alphas office.
okay bro but I want to meet Ameila for dinner tonight is this going to put a hold on that?  No, you will still be able to see your mate Luc. Okay thank you guys, it means alot. You'd do the same for us if not more so we work together." I can't argue with that I probably go above and beyond for them. This has to be about Jackson and he doesn't want me raging going to see Da he's obviously thought this through.

*knock knock* "Da you busy?" "Not really just trying to catch up on some paperwork" "oh good Ma's here too means I can kill two birds with one stone here" "you look radiant boy, bigger too, you been working out more?" "Actually no, I've found my true mate and I wanted to introduce her to you tomorrow, but I would like some form of approval from you even if you don't agree with it also know that if you do not accept my decision I will choose her everytime" I said confidently. "there's a way to drop a bomb shell isn't it, your not even of age yet it's not possible" I could see his anger building up "I've been to the pack Dr to confirm everything and it is infact a mating bond, I won't have anyone step in the way of that" "Oh my boy you found her I couldn't be happier for you, I'd love to meet her I'll make dinner" "hold on a second, who is she? wheres she from? what does she have to offer this pack" "she was made rogue from the Black shadow pack, for reasons they gave her I don't believe, I believe they made her rogue out of fear of her, she's a desert wolf, her name is Amelia" "Now does have me interested but you know I have just made connections with this pack we have worked hard to seal deals, they also don't offer anything to us bar food supplies when needed, you basically own them" I spat "That I am aware of. What does Mark have to say in all this?" "He's actually as intrigued as I am, he's doing research into the breed to find out some more information, apparently research he has come across are quite the controversial to eachother, he wants to meet her, problem is she has no idea who she is, I havn't been able to get much out of her past she's not ready to tell all." "Now you do have me interested in her, are her intentions pure?" "I believe they are, I made her aware of you and your assy nature and was still willing to choose me, that's good enough for me, I'll also resign my title before you are able to break us apart" "Enough of that. okay I'll agree to meet her, I'll reach out to some of my connections to see if they can shed come light on this situation, now leave before I change my mind. I am happy for you in some ways, I just like tradition and rules as you know."

I head back to my room slouch on my sofa and let out a large sigh of relief that's one weight off my shoulders but Da is very calm about it, it worries me in some ways, there's gotta be a hidden agenda. Well Ma is gonna make us food tomorrow and she looks so happy, maybe she has soften him enough to allow this I still need to keep some guard up. I catch an hours nap while I got the chance, on to the last duty before I can see my beautiful mate. "Hey guys I'm back in my room." my phone pings *Dinner will be ready at 6.30 baby can't wait to see you x x. Ok beautiful see you soon but where am I going I have no address x x. Sorry it's 46 walters ave x x.*

Mateo and Nathan let themselves in and slump on the couch next to me "how'd it go?" "surprisingly well, but I'm not sure there's gotta be more to this than he's letting on, she's been invited for dinner tomorrow." "that's amazing I hope they grow to like her, although she seems quite the shy one, do you think your father will scare her away?" the thought actually crossed my mind but I'm sure she's gonna be fine I shrug my shoulders not knowing what to say about that. "So what's the issue?" I push the previous conversation aside "Well we have our little informant that has stated he's doing night training with the ones they managed to turn against you, so he's trying to build them up now, he doesn't know if he's had anyone from the outside of yet, He apparently is going to wait for you to take the title to challenge you but this could play in your advantage, he won't know how quick that's coming seen as you already found your mate, I plan to move her in tomorrow if all goes well, she will be living here so he would know it would be sooner than he planned" "that may leave him desperate Lucas we have to think of every possible scenario here" I run my fist through my hair stress levels increasing, "we need more information but I'm not sure how we're gonna get it" "is there anyway of planting a bug or a drink where we can tap into his thoughts, links and so on?" "That would require a witch and a powerful one at that, and it would be I'd have to involve my father which I don't want to do until necessary" "you stated before your mate possibly has special abilities do you know what they are?" "she is staying out of this unless he drags her into it do you understand me!!" a protective growl escapes me "yes Luc we hear you loud and clear" that say in unison clearly shaken by my anger. "Luc I think we'll leave it there for tonight your getting too worked up" I nod in agreement and they leave hastily. I shower and get myself ready to leave for dinner with my beautiful mate.