A New Step

Coming to a stop in a secluded part of the woods under the crescent moon, Vee sighed heavily, leaning her head against the steering wheel. She was frustrated and tired and worried. So worried for her friend. She didn't know what to think or expect. All that she knew of the Black Lotus was that they were emotionless killers who would do anything to achieve their goals. So because of that she couldn't tell how safe Tessa was with them.

"Arrghhh!" She cried out with frustration and anger, hitting the steering wheel hard. The car was still on, humming quietly.

Nate who had been staring at her silently the whole time, felt pity for her. He hadn't seen someone who cares so much for another person who isn't even blood related. It was an attribute that made him more fascinated by her. "We're gonna find her soon or at least a clue" He finally spoke up, trying to cheer her. "It's just been a day we've been searching. Don't give up yet" He added

Vee immediately raised up her head and shifted her eyes to him. "Of course I'm not giving up. Not until I find her alive...or.....otherwise" She trailed off with her last statement. It wasn't something she wanted to think about. "I'm just frustrated and tired. Everything seems to have descended into chaos so quick. It's overwhelming. I don't know what is going to happen if we do manage to find Tessa. Derek's father wants her dead and there's the issue of her not being from our pack but from the enemy's clan. No one knows what the pack will do if she does return" She aired her worries.

"One step at a time Vee. We will cross that bridge when we get there. For now let's just focus on finding her first. I'm here every step of the way to help you achieve that" He assured her.

Vee stared down at her fingers with a small smile on her lips. She felt happy inside on hearing him say that. She slowly looked up at him with the smile still present on her face. "Can I ask you something?" She asked softly and shyly, fiddling with her fingers.

"Of course. Shoot!"

"Why are you doing this? Why are you helping me. Going to these length just to help me? Going as far as going against your twin and even fighting Derek" Vee inquired with genuine curiosity on her face and voice. "Is it because of your feelings for Tessa?"

Nate smiled, looking away from her briefly. "Like I said before, I don't feel drawn to Tessa like I once was. I think it was just a crush that lasted for a second. So no, I'm not doing this because of her. I'm doing it because of you. I'm here because of you. I don't know why but it just feels right being by your side and helping you. I feel the need to want to keep you safe. I know its weird but that's just it" He shook his head lightly, feeling embarrassed about his confession.

He waited for her to say something but she kept quiet, just staring down at her fingers. He shifted his gaze to her just as she simultaneously did the same, staring directly into his eyes. Nate felt something in him stir from the effect of her staring directly into his eyes. He was about to say something else when she leaned in swiftly and planted a full kiss on his lips and pulled back almost immediately, taking him by surprise.

He stared at her with widened eyes, trying to process her action. "Why....what....why did you do that?" He stuttered, swallowing with nervousness.

"I don't know" She brought her gaze back to his and the tension around them immediately intensified. Without uttering anymore words but with full and sudden understanding from just staring at each other's eyes, they both leaned into each other simultaneously, locking lips and kissing with more passion than they both had ever experienced.

As the moonlight spills through the open windows, casting a soft glow, Vee and Nate found themselves in each other's arms, locked in a deep passionate romance.

They broke the kiss and Vee moved from her seat and straddled him as best as she could considering the space. With a gentle touch, Nate traces his fingers along Vee's cheek, his eyes filled with longing. Their gazes met, and in that moment, the world outside the car faded away. The anticipation between them is palpable.

As they lean in closer, their lips met in a passionate kiss, their connection growing stronger with each passing second. The car's interior becomes a sanctuary of desire, as their bodies intertwined, fueled by a shared passion that cannot be contained.

Their hands explored each other's bodies, their touches igniting a fire within. The rhythmic hum of the engine serves as a backdrop to their symphony of love, intensifying the raw intimacy they shared.

Vee took off his jacket and top as fast as she could. His wound from his fight with Derek had fully healed. Nate returned the gesture, gripping the edges of her top and pulling it up above her head, leaving her in just her lacey red bra.

His eyes shown with appreciation at the amazing body she had. An extraordinary flat tummy with perfect boobs. He looked up at her and couldn't help but smile because of her cute and shy smile. "You look amazing" He whispered to her.

"Thanks" She smiled, tucking her hair behind her ear.

"Are you sure you wanna do this?" He asked, not wanting to force her into anything. But she nodded and smiled more.

With each stolen glance and whispered word, their desire builds, reaching a crescendo that can no longer be denied. As they give in to their deepest desires, the car becomes a vessel for their love, a witness to their unbridled passion.

In this intimate moment, time stood still. Their love, fueled by the intensity of the car's confined space, becomes a testament to their connection and the power of their desires. Soon they had both moved from the front seat to the backseat, wrapped around each other's arms with nothing on but their bare bodies rubbing against each another.

***

Gathered in their underground meeting hall, the wolves of BlueBlood pack waited impatiently, wanting to know why their acting Alpha had called for a meeting just after their return from their battle. A battle which they had won and was in a mood for celebration. They had expanded their pack and it was all thanks to Beta Maynard.

As much as they loved peace, they had missed fighting. The thrill of it, the thrill of becoming one with their wolves and giving in to their dark instincts and proving their strengths. It was a feeling they didn't experience under the late Alpha's rule. Every wolf wants to be a member of the strongest pack and they were happy Beta Maynard was making their pack that pack. Though they were already the strongest but it was better putting their pack miles ahead of other packs.

The room became silent when he finally appeared, walking in with Derek following beside with a proud smile. Damien was behind them, dragging the chained Alpha Ammon along. The pack stared with a puzzled look and anticipation, wondering what his plan was with Alpha Ammon.

They arrived at the centre stage of the hall and stopped. Alpha Maynard stared at Damien's glowing red eyes and nodded for him to let the Alpha's chain go. The work he had done on all the members of Direwolf clan, making them loyal to him and susceptible to his command had left their eyes constantly glowing. A side effect of his treatment. Hence why Damien's eyes were constantly glowing red.

He turned to the pack, looking around at all of them. "Well firstly, I guess congratulations are in order. We not only won the battle against Graywood pack but expanded our pack and territory also!" He boasted proudly and the hall erupted with cheers and happiness.

"Everyone who isn't dead from his destroyed pack is now a member of our pack. So not only do we have almost times two the number of Dark water and Black Claw pack, but two times their territories too. Making us the largest and most dangerous pack!" He hyped them up some more and they reacted like before, cheering proudly.

Alpha Maynard glanced at Derek with a smile and then raised up his hand, ordering for their silence. The room became quiet once more. "I know you must be wondering why Alpha Ammon is still alive and here with us....well, it's simple really. Not wanting his power to go to waste, we are going to strip him of his Alpha title..."

"Yes! We want you as our Alpha!" One of the wolves shouted from the crowd and the others agreed, cheering for him.

Alpha Maynard was a bit surprised. Of course he knew they would want him to take over the pack but he wasn't expecting the total unison. "I'm flattered that you all want me to take his powers and become a full Alpha and lead this pack but I'm not going to be the one to take his powers" He broke the news.

Their confusion and disappointment was very obvious as they expressed it openly. "Silence!" He called them to order once more. "We have a war coming...a more intense and difficult war than the one we just fought. So for us to have a chance of winning, we need every power and advantage we can get our hands on. That is why my son Derek would be the one taking his Alpha powers"

"What?" They questioned with puzzled look, discussing loudly amongst themselves and airing their disapproval, not understanding how that made sense.

"Well!" Alpha Maynard called loudly. "Well, he's gonna become an Alpha but that doesn't mean he's going to be an Alpha of this pack and your leader. And that is because I am the Alpha of this pack. I'm not taking this power because I have no need of it because I'm already an Alpha" He announced, showing them his glowing red eye.

The pack gasped with shock, more confused than they've been since. Those who were smart enough were already figuring out how that came to be, how that was possible and those who were slow were still lost, looking at one another and waiting for an explanation. But Alpha Maynard wasn't ready to spell it out for them.

"I know you're shocked and confused but this is the reality of things now. I'm not the acting Alpha of this pack but the actual Alpha and now that you know the reality of things, I expect the respect, fear and loyalty given to every Alpha. We have no more time to waste. We have a bigger war to plan for. And besides we don't know how the other packs will react when they hear of what we did to Graywood pack so we have to be prepared for anything" He explained.

He grabbed Alpha Ammon and placed him on his knees, facing the pack. He was gagged and blindfolded so he couldn't speak nor see where he was. "Take your position behind him Derek and do the needful" Alpha Maynard instructed.

Derek without uttering a word, carried out his instructions and stood behind Alpha Ammon. He looked over at his father, waiting for the go ahead.

Alpha Maynard turned his attention to the pack once more and asked. "Before we proceed, is there anyone among you who's against this and who's against me being the Alpha of the pack. Speak now or forever hold your peace" He waited for anyone to say something.

They were all looking at one another, whispering quietly. He smiled when no one raised their hand. He knew they feared him. He was about to proceed when one wolf raised up his hand. "I'm against it. Having two Alpha in a pack and you being our Alpha" He expressed his concerns.

"I see" Alpha Maynard's smile faded. He slowly looked over to Damien and nodded gently. Damien looked over at the wolf, gripped his stake tighter and threw it forcefully from where he was standing. Everyone gasped when they saw the stake pierce into the heart of the wolf who had objected. You could see the fear on their faces when the wolf spat out blood and hit the floor, shaking for some seconds before giving up.

The whole hall became so silent you could hear a pin drop. They were shocked at what just happened and more shock at how Damien had threw a stake to kill someone from the distance he was standing. He was too far away that it made it almost impossible for anyone to do that even if you're a wolf.

"Anyone else have any objections?" Alpha Maynard asked but no one said anything. "Good" He added, looked over at Derek and nodded his approval.

Derek grabbed Alpha Ammon's head, one hand on the top of his head and the other under his jaw. With one swift motion, he snapped the Alpha's neck. He let go and just as the body hit the floor, he felt a burning sensation in his eyes and a sudden rush of power. He could feel himself stronger than before. He smiled and looked over at his father, his eyes glowing red. "Well, would you look at that" He said with a smirk, staring at the pack with his Alpha eyes.