Chapter 6

(Morrigan’s P.O.V)

The next morning

Well, that was one weird ass dream. I had woken up with a start out of that dream to see that the sun was peeking through the curtains, and I see that my clock says that it’s 8 in the morning. Hmm, I’ve never really slept in this late, even with the weird dream I still felt like I slept better than I ever have in the past. Once I’m fully awake, I notice a heat against my back that is becoming almost unbearable and as I try to maneuver myself to see what was causing it, I realize that I can’t move.

Umm, what the fuck is going on? I think to myself.

Dumbass, our mate is holding on to us. He slept in bed with us last night so take a big whiff of his scent.

Well good morning to you too Winter, how did you sleep? I reply to her sarcastically.

I would have slept better if we had mated and marked Rian last night but whatever. I’m not complaining.

Not complaining my ass, that right there sounds like a complaint to me. I take a deep breath and smell Rian’s cedarwood and cinnamon scent and Winter begins to purr, which in turn wakes Rian up. He pulls me closer and just a touch tighter as he stretches his legs out and yawns.

“Good morning, mo grá. Did you sleep well?” He asks.

“Mhm, I did but I had a really weird dream.”

“Really? Want to tell me about it?”

Did I want to tell him about it? Hmm, I don’t know because I feel like it wasn’t anything important but at the same time, something inside me was gnawing on the fact that my adoptive parents were in it and a baby was dropped on their doorstep, just like me.

“Um, maybe? I don’t think I ever learned about the previous King and Queen of Máni, what were their names?” I ask.

“King Conri and Queen Amelie. King Conri was killed during a coup set up by his cousin, Prince Alfred because he believed that there shouldn’t be a King or anyone ruling over all Alpha’s and packs. Prince Alfred was killed as well, and his dream died with him. Queen Amelie wasn’t in the battle but her brother-in-law and King Conri’s Beta, Leland, confirmed that she died shortly after Conri died along with their child. She died because their mate's tether broke.”

Ummm well that was weirdly specific and weirdly accurate of my dream. Is this what I dreamed for real? What Rian is saying is my dream but a dumbed-down version of it. I think to myself.

“Oh, I didn’t know that. So, is that why there is no monarchy in the werewolf kingdom anymore?”

“Yes and no. After the coup, all the pack Alpha’s and their Beta’s gathered in a conclave to discuss what should happen next since there was no one next in line to the throne since Prince Alfred was dead. We didn’t necessarily want a monarchy, but we all agreed that there should be a neutral higher authority in the event of pack disputes that couldn’t be resolved between Alphas. Thus, the Supreme Alpha position was created.”

“Exactly how does one BECOME a Supreme Alpha?” I ask, mildly intrigued.

“Well, the first Supreme Alpha, my father was voted in. After that, I took over because it was voted by the majority. This position isn’t about blood anymore, if our son is not voted to be the next Supreme Alpha, we will still have our pack that he will look over as Alpha.” Rian clarifies.

Wait, did he say our son?

“Umm, pump the brakes buddy. We JUST found out we are mates, and you are ALREADY talking pups?” I practically shriek

“Well of course we are going to have pups, but not anytime soon. I want to be selfish and have you all to myself for a while. I was just making sure that the information I was giving you was clear, so I used our future pup as an example. That’s all mo grá.” He says, placing a kiss on my cheek.

“Oh,” I say sheepishly, embarrassed by my outburst.

Girl, you need to calm your tits and stop jumping to conclusions about what he means when he says things.

Thanks, Winter I say as I roll my eyes at her.

“Well, now that we are up, why don’t we play a game before we get ready for the day?” Rian asks.

“What kind of game?” I say, narrowing my eyes at him.

“Just a game to get to know each other better, that’s all Princess.”

“Alright go ahead and start the game.”

“What is your favorite color?”

Umm, what? Are we really playing 20 questions right now?

“Hmm, I would have to say purple, but if it’s my favorite color to wear, I would have to say forest green.”

“I love how you look in green.” Rian purrs out, sending a shiver through my body.

“Omnivore, herbivore, or carnivore?”

“I’m an omnivore with carnivorous leanings.” He says without hesitation, with a hint of a laugh.

Oh, thank the Goddess Danu that he likes meat, I seriously could not be stuck with a mate who didn’t like meat. Our game continues for another two hours—and way more than twenty questions—before we realize the time and the fact that we both missed breakfast at this point. With each of our stomachs growling, we part ways to shower and get ready for our day.

Hey Winter, think we should take Rian to the meadow today?

You mean you’re going to let me out?! And I’m going to meet Stark!? Um duh! I would have to be stupid to not say yes to that idea.

I didn’t say anything about wolf form, but I suppose it would probably be faster to get to the meadow that way.

As I agree, I can feel Winter in the back of my head swinging her furry behind from side to side in some form of a “happy dance”. I giggle at her excitement about being able to go for a run. I put on some yoga pants, a sports bra, and a loose-fitting long sleeve top, pulling my hair into a high ponytail to keep it out of my face. Soon enough, Rian is knocking on my door. We walk downstairs to the dining room together, just talking and laughing until we hear people speaking. Hmm, that’s odd. I would have thought that everyone would have eaten already. Entering the dining room, I see Killian along with my siblings, but my parents are missing.

“Hey, where’s mom and dad?” I ask as I take my seat at the dining table.

“Oh, they already ate and have kingdom business to attend to,” Ilayda says.

“Nice of you to finally join us, by the way. Were you guys having…. fun?” Winnie asks, waggling her eyebrows suggestively at me.

I nearly choked on my water, though I shouldn’t be shocked at her brazen question since she is the family loudmouth. Goddess help her fiancé be able to put up with that mouth of hers. Heat rose into my face because of the embarrassment and everyone, of course, laughed at my expense. I really do hate having so many siblings sometimes. Jerks. The servers bring out plates for me and Rian as we continue talking with my siblings and Killian about our plans for the week that we are going to be here. After eating and helping clear the table, I grab Rian’s hand and say goodbye to my siblings.

“Where are we off to Princess?” He asks.

“I’m taking you to my favorite place here in Eferhile. To do that though, we are going to have to let our wolves out. It’s a bit of a walk and would be quicker to get to in wolf form.” I replied.