Chapter 52

Soma’s POV

After everything from yesterday, I decided to take a long bath. I was afraid they were going to make me leave Oliver, I was more afraid that they would force us to reject each other. Yeah, we haven't been together that long, but I’m in love with him and I cannot see myself with anyone else. I was hoping this was just a dream, but I knew it wasn't.

“Soma?” Oliver called from the other side of the door.

“You can come in if you want,” I called back. “I am soaking in the tub thinking about when the Council decides they want to come and force us apart.”

“It might not work out that way, we have to be willing to try to understand why they want certain things, we just have to be smart how we act. They might want a reaction out of us, we cannot give it to them. We have to be smart.” he said cracking the door open. “But when you’re done we should have some breakfast, I know I’m starving.”

“Oh alright, I’ll be downstairs in a few minutes.” I smiled at him.

He closed the door, I drained the tub and turned on the shower to rinse off. I didn’t want to talk about the Council anymore, but I knew he wanted to come up with some kind of plan. I didn’t know what we could do to make this work in our favor. I already know Nick has something to do with all of this, I wanted to ask him and see if he could help us overcome with.”

“What are you thinking about?” Oliver asked coming into the room. “You didn’t come down after twenty minutes, I figured you were still in your mind.”

“Yeah sorry,” I said brushing my hair and throwing it in a ponytail. “I was just thinking about last night, and how things are going to change.”

“Come on love, I know things might seem like they are going to change, but maybe we will find a way to make them see we are mates and we want to be together,” he said wrapping his arms around me. “Come on thought your breakfast is probably cold by now,” he said pulling me into the hallway.

My stomach growled when he mentioned food. I followed him down the stairs and into the kitchen. There were a few pack members around which was rare.

“Why the extra security?” I asked looking around.

“I don’t want to be caught off guard. I know my contact is trying his hardest to make this not happen, but I am not taking any chances.” he half-smiled at me. “Do you know when Nick will be back?”

“I haven't heard from him in a while,” I said closing my eyes. “His phone is turned off so maybe he is on his way back.”

“Good, we’re going to need his help. I hope he can help us and this doesn’t put him at war with the Lycans.” Oliver said as we sat down. “But I just wanted to know when he would be back so we can talk about your security, I know you’re dying to go to work.”

“Yeah, it’s nice to smell cookies and drink coffee again.” I giggled. “But yes I do miss the store, I guess I am going to have to make some choices when they decide I have to go back to London.”

“You’re not going back to London, not unless I go too.” he snapped.

I could tell he was pissed, he didn’t like how I was talking. But he knew I was right, it was only a matter of time before they came and take us apart. I was sad, but the sooner he understood what was coming I think it would be better.

“Come on let’s finish eating,” I said touching his hand.

He looked down and then up to me, his eyes were sad but they understood where I was coming from. “You’re right to let’s just enjoy the time we have until they decide to put us on trial.”

I didn’t say anything else, maybe he was right and everything will work out. I knew otherwise, my luck my entire life had been crap. I was the girl that everyone picked on and made fun of because I didn’t have a real family. I almost killed myself a few times but hell someone would have missed me right?

“How about we take a walk, looks like you need some air,” he said putting his hand on my shoulder.

“Yeah I guess and then I think I will head to bed, it’s been a long day. I want to go to my store tomorrow and get some stuff together in case I have to leave my shop behind.” I said getting to my feet. “Come on let's go for that walk.”

Oliver and I walked outside together, it was a nice night out. The full moon was out, everyone seemed like they were calm.

“Is tonight a special night or something?” I whispered.

“The Full Moon is always special, it is the Moon Goddess’ way of saying she loves us, she gives us stronger powers during,” he said looking at me. “When we figure out how to awaken your Lycan I am sure you are the same way.”

We walked around for a few hours before I was tired. I knew Oliver had to do some things after I went to bed, but that didn’t matter. I just hope he didn’t hate me when they split us apart. I was dreading this King person. I didn’t know him from anywhere, and they were talking about placing me with people I didn’t even know were real.

“Ready for bed?” Oliver mused.

“Yeah.” I yawned. “Tomorrow is going to be rough on me, I think I’ll close the store and retire.” I giggled.

“Well if you do that you can help me at the coffee shop that way we’re always together,” he said wrapping his arms around me. “Not saying how much work I’d get done with you distracting me,” he said kissing me on my forehead. “Come on let's get you back to your room, I have a few things I need to take care of before I can call it a night.”

“Okay, do you want some help?”

“Na,” he said looking down at me. “I just am going to take Micah and go for a run.”

“I still want to see what your wolf looks like.” I mused. “One day anyways, not tonight.”

“Are you sure, I could show you my wolf?” he said letting me go. “Or we can wait until you’re ready because seeing a wolf up close is scary I’m sure the first time.”

I didn’t say anything, I wasn't ready to see a man change into a wolf. I wasn't sure if there was some kind of magic to it, it didn’t matter.

We walked back to my room, I invited Oliver in but he declined. “Alright, goodnight see you in the morning,” I said with a small smile.

“Good night love, tomorrow is a new day and we’re going to make it fun,” he said kissing me on the forehead before leaving my door.

I wanted Oliver to come and spend the night with me. I knew we weren’t ready for sex, but I wanted him closer to me in case we didn’t get to be with each other. Something inside me whined loudly, even though it was just me.

I walked over to the window and looked out, the moon was still bright and full. Something about it made me wonder about myself and this Lycan thing. I didn’t know who I could talk to about this, maybe Nick would come back and everything will make sense when he explains things. I wondered if he knew about this whole Council thing and how strict they were. I wondered if he could help us in the end or if his hands would be tied.

I would try calling Nick tomorrow to see if he could help, or at least when he would be back in New York. We had to make a plan ourselves, Nick and I usually always figure things out. We needed to do it for this because it involved my true love and my life. I didn’t want to be a prisoner, and I wasn't going to be forced into marrying anyone.

Walking over to the bed, I laid down but didn’t go to sleep right away. I had to figure out a good enough plan to show the Council that I was strong and not willing to do what they wanted. I know Oliver said it was bad and just do what they say, but I am not a part of them. I am my person and I want them to see it. I want them to see that they are going to deal with a strong Princess and there was nothing they could do about it. I was going to show them I could lead a person or a race to a new beginning, that is where my head needed to be.