Chapter 70

**Luna**

The guys seem upset but all I can think of is being in Milo's arms. He is my most stoic Alpha and yet I feel so safe and warm in his arms. I'm not sure why I had such an urge to be in his arms when I came down with Rowan but it's strong. I nuzzle closer to him like somehow I can get closer when there is no way that is possible.

A small rumble comes from his chest and the feeling of it makes my body heat again as it did with Rowan earlier. It's getting worse and it's leaving me feeling nervous. I am feeling symptoms of going into heat but are we ready to handle what that means? I feel the strong urge to ease the symptoms and I know only my Alphas can do that. Still...even though the urge to take each of my Alphas I still feel nervous.

Milo steps away from me and I let him.

"*How are you feeling?*" He asks me.

*"Like I'm burning up,*" I admit shyly.

He nods. "*I think you're going into heat. I know this seems fast and overwhelming but we'll help you. We will go as fast or as low as you want. Okay?*" He signs.

"*Okay.*" I sign back and he pulls me back to his chest.

I turn my face into his chest and breath in his scent.

Even though I feel the urge for more, it feels good just to be held like this.

After a few minutes like this Milo leads me to one of the bar stools and Declan sets down a plate in front of me. I have come to realize that he seems to make sure I eat, and I find it very sweet.

So even though I know he doesn't know sign I still sign my thanks to him. He gives me a small smirk before walking around the island and dropping into the seat next to me. He scoops up a small bite of food and holds it out to me. Even though I'm very capable of feeding myself I see a need in his eyes to take care of me, so I open my mouth and accept the offering.

I focus all my attention on him and eventually he is completely turned to me and has pulled my stool closer so that I'm situated between his legs. His free hand is resting on my thigh and he moves it up and down my leg. The touch is welcome just like Milo's touch had been.

When I finish my last bite of food Declan lifts me from my seat by my hips and places me on his lap so that I'm straddling him. He drops his head and nuzzles against my neck where his mark is slowly fading. My breath catches at the sudden action but I can't help wrapping my arms around his neck. We sit like that for a couple of minutes and then we all meet in the game room.

The guys are talking and I watch them and wait for Milo to translate, but from what I can tell they aren't very happy. I feel a little out of place while they talk so I decide to take out the phone they got me. As soon as I open the browser a news article catches my eye.

Another Omega Missing

I suck in a breath as the memory of the mall flashes through my mind. Were those men part of the crew that has been taking Omegas? The idea that I could have been the next victim has my heart racing. I read over the article...

This is the eighth reported attack on unbonded Omegas. No one knows what these people are doing with the girls but it is speculated that they are being kept alive. There have been no reports of any of the women being found after being reported missing. The police are working off the theory that the missing Omegas are being kept alive for unknown reasons. There has been no evidence to confirm this theory, but the police are continuing their investigation in hopes of finding the victims alive. They encourage all Omegas to be vigilant, and never leave home without a companion.

A hand lands on my leg and I jump. My heart is racing even faster now and I look around me frantically.

"*Luna. Breath.*" Milo signs and I try.

My chest feels like it's too tight. It's too hard to breathe.

I could have been one of those women. They would have taken me and no one would be able to find me.

The faces of those Alphas are moving in my mind like a broken movie. Replaying the images over and over again.

They got away. They know what I look like and they got away. They got away!

Someone is shaking me now but I can't see them. All I see are their faces...those men.

A pair of hands cup my cheek and suddenly I am looking into Rowan's eyes. His lips are moving but doesn't he know that I can't hear him? I can't hear him!

Milo moves into my line of sight and I look at him. He's moving his hands and I don't know why. What is he saying? He's signing. I drop my eyes to focus on his hands as they move smoothly. He's really good at sign, does he know that?

"*Luna. Breath. Depp breaths.*" He signs and it's like I suddenly realize I have barely taken in a breath.

I was panting and only sucking in short little bursts of air but not enough. It isn't enough!

Breath Luna!

I take in one deep breath and my chest pain starts to lessen just a little bit.

"*Again.*" Milo signs.

Again...okay. Another deep breath in and I feel the panic start to lessen.

Another breath...and another...

My heart is starting to slow and the fear I was feeling starts to melt away as long as I focus my attention on Rowan who is crouching in front of me. His hands are clutched in mine on my lap now and I feel the stiffness from clinging on to him too tightly. I ease my hold on him but he doesn't pull away and I can't let him go. When I look over at Milo again he has my phone in his hand and he must see what I was reading.

He looks up at me and shakes his head.

"*Luna, this will never happen to you. We won't ever let this happen to you.*" He signs to me.

I want to believe him, but it almost had. It could happen at any time while I am with them on tour.

I am deaf. They would have a huge advantage over me.

Rowan releases my hands slowly and steps away so that Milo can take his place. I only have to lower my head a tiny bit because he is so tall.

"*Luna. Our tour has been moved up to next week. We want to bond with you before then. If we do then you will be safe*." Milo signs.

Now my heart is racing for a whole other reason.

They want to bond now? Of course, they do, that's what is meant to happen.

"*I know you may not be ready, but it will keep you safe.*" He signs.

Oh. They want to bond with me to protect me. Sure that makes sense I guess. They could bond with me like Declan had, and refresh the mark every few days.

"*Like Decaln's mark?*" I ask anyway.

Milo shakes his head. "*No. A full bond.*"

My eyes widen and I lift my eyes to glance at the others.

I have been going back and forth in my head about this but it's really that easy. They are okay to bond with me and my job is to complete the pack. I can do that. We can get to know each other better later. I picked them, and it felt right so that should be reason enough.

I look back to Milo and nod.

"*Okay.*" I sign to him.

He nods in response and gives my hands a quick squeeze before standing and turning to the others.

This is it then. How are we going to do this? One after another? I know I'm an Omega and I am built to handle this kind of thing, but it will still be my first time being with a man. That thought has me considering how many partners the guys have had. Will any of those women be on the tour? It shouldn't bother me since that was before they met me but a spark of jealousy ignites in me.

It's irrational of course but I can't help it. The idea of them being with other women makes me feel like I will be too inexperienced for them. I don't want to disappoint them.