Chapter 1: Chapter 1 - The Family Dinner
SOPHIA POV
Our pack member are estimated around 40-50 people including the children, but it doesn't mean we our outnumbered. My father only chose who we will take as part of our pack considering the status we are in. Most of the members are rouges that we saved from being abducted, banished or an orphan. According to my grandmother she was the one of the survivors when a battle between the hunters and werewolf started. She used to tell me it was the most gruesome and brutal killing she has seen on her life that's why when she had the chance to escape she promised to help each werewolf that she will encounter. That's how our pack was form. I remember my father told me that he was only eleven while his sister Sylvia was thirteen when they started their trainings. It was my grandmother together with her friend Dehlia who helped them during those times until Grams Shirley died a year ago. Dad became the Alpha while Sylvia was in-charged in helping the pack.
We lived in an isolated area about eight hundred miles away from any neighboring packs because we are considered to be an enemy but the truth is we are abstaining from joining any treaty to avoid conflicts. Our Alpha - my father believes that we don't need to be part of any alliance for us to be strong. He always reminds us that as long as you know what is right according to our ancestor's legacy then we don't owe any pack an explanation or support.
My name is Sophia Lauren Williams, the second daughter of Alpha Sebastian and Luna Madeline from Nightshade Moon pack. I'm eighteen years old and unmated werewolf while my sister Meriel Alyssa found her mate a week before her seventeenth birthday. Being the next Alpha in line, my Dad personally trained my skills for me to be able to carry out the duties once I held the position. He had me trained for my stamina on human form by running 100 laps, 100 reps sit ups and 100 reps of jumping rope. The most strenuous and exhausting physical activity that always gets to me was when I'm fighting with my Dad in our wolf form. If you think he make it easy for me, you're wrong. As a matter of fact, he was on full Alpha mode during our challenge session. My Dad tells me its best for us to know my limit and be prepared because if its real battle no one will get easy on me and I totally agree with him on that but that is contrary to my Mom. She is the most emotional yet carrying and loving mother I ever had; she will remind my Dad that I am still their daughter. She even threatened my Dad that if she see one tiny bruise on me he will be out of the pack house in no time. Surprisingly Dad listens and made sure no signs of bruises will be visible in my mom's eye.
Currently, I am on my own world relaxing by the lap and doing my lapses since i had full day training. Usually I go out and shop to unwind but today I prefer just being at home.
'Honey, dinner is almost ready. Out of the pool and get ready.' My mother speaks to me using our mind linked.
'Be there in ten Mom.' I emerged from the water and grabbed my towel hanging on the chair.
'Mom can be annoying sometimes.' My wolf Ruby commented.
Ruby, my wolf was first introduced to me when I had my first shift it was not difficult for us to bond because we are like twins. I named her Ruby because of her fur color and it matches her attitude. She is bubbly yet childish sometimes whereas I am more on the mature and serious type. I guess it was total balance because our personalities are different.
'I know but we love her.' I can feel her smiling.
'Let's get going before she tears our ears.' She joked and I softly giggled.
Hurriedly I went to my bedroom and showered as fast as I can since my Mom does not like it if we are late for dinner. Being the Luna of the pack she is attending to everyone's need especially with food and shelter that's why time is important for her. She is strict and nobody dares to defy it or they will suffer the consequences just like what my sister and I experienced. We were kids that time and I can still freshly recall that day when we slept almost in empty bedroom without any toys because we arrived late during meal time.
Today is the family dinner that Mom had set up every first and last week of the month. I'm excited because I'll be seeing my sister again since she moved out to be with her mate.
'Sophia, are you coming down or what?' My mother interrupted my thoughts.
'Yes I'm almost done Mom.' I replied back and looked at the mirror one last time.
I wore my lacy black dress and paired it with black stilettoes then I decided just to let my hair dry itself since its natural wavy, I applied some lip gloss and done!
'SOPHIA LAUREN! One minute!!' Mom shouted in my head again.
'I'm on my way Mom.' I checked myself one last time.
"If you don't come down right now I better just leave." This time it was my 21 years old sister.
Some people say we are like twins because we are splitting image the only thing that can differ us is our height. Meriel stands 5"4 feet while I'm 4 feet shorter but the rest of our feature are the same. Our facial structure is oval from Mom, we inherited our brown eyes from Dad but our blond hair is from Mom.
"Meriel!! Oh my gosh!! I'm coming down!! Wait!" I shouted and opened my bedroom door.
I almost tripped the stairs thank god to my fast reflexes I was able to hold the railings. The moment I reached the bottom of the stairs I smelled my sister's scent by the doorway so I rushed and hugged her so tight.
"Finally." My sister playfully rolled her eyes.
"I miss you so much!!" I couldn't contain my happiness.
"I missed you too beanie!" Meriel hugs me back using her fond endearment to me.
Meriel, being the first born child gave up the throne for her human mate so I was the only one left for the Alpha title. Being a leader is not on her "forte" and I am more fit in the position based on her words though. It takes a lot of convincing for our parents to agree with her but in the end she won the argument. Later on Richard and her got married and live together.
"Nice to see you and Richard again." I gave a side-hug to my brother-in-law.
"Same here Sophia." My brother-in-law gave me a tapped on the shoulder.
"Let's continue talking to the dining before the meal gets cold." My mother suggested after greeting them as well.
"Of course dear, come on guys." Dad agreed and we towed them.
They proceed to the hall where the foods are ready on the table, for normal people it will look like a feast but for us werewolf, it's like an everyday scene.
"How's the training going for you sis?" My sister asked as I went to my designated seat.
"Trainings are tiring especially with Dad." I answered while scooping the meatloaf.
"You knew well that the trainings are important since you are the last one on the throne." Dad reasoned out.
"So how was the trip sweetheart?" Mom asked my sister.
"It was great Mom, Richard and I went to explore Montague Island and the beach where we stayed at was the best since its facing the Gulf of Alaska." Meriel replied smiling.
"So have you decided on when you will come live with us?" Dad asked in his monotone voice.
"We haven't decided it yet Dad." Richard answered as he holds his wife's hand for support.
"Don't you think two years is a bit too much of thinking?" Dad looked at the pressured couple.
"For crying out loud Sebastian give my nieces a break. Let them enjoy their time as newlywed and be easy with Sophia she is still young." My favorite Aunt Sylvia defended us kissing our temples as she entered the room.
She is my father's sister, her mate is a witch and only immediate family knows about it to avoid any agitation in our pack members. My dad intended to keep it and give his sister the privacy and the decision to announce it to the pack.
"It's nice for to see you too Sylvia." Dad sarcastically commented.
"Don't be so dramatic Sebastian." Aunt Sylvia waved her hand in dismissal way.
"Aunt Sylvia, I missed you!" Meriel and I greet her back.
"I missed you too my dear nieces it's so nice to be here." She sat between me and Meriel.
"Where is Nicole and Uncle Devone?" I asked after some minutes.
"Your cousin is sick just caught some flu but she's getting better." Aunt Sylvia sat with us.
"Hope she gets better I'm sure Devone is doing his great job." Dad hand me the salad bowl.
"He actually made me come even I'm a bit hesitant. You know I hate to leave Nicole on her condition but I have faith with my husband." Aunt placed a steak on her plate.
'It breaks my heart to know that our cousin is sick.' Ruby gave a sad voice.
'I hope she finds her mate soon so she can get better.' I replied and joined the conversation.
"I'm sure they will see the good side of Devone like we did." The words I caught from Mom after talking to Ruby.
"By the way we plan on telling the pack about Devone as soon as Sophia have the Alpha position and found her mate." Dad statement almost made me spit the water I'm drinking.
"Dad, how sure are you that I will find my mate soon? I can't just shift from one place to another just to find this mate of mine." I got a bit irritated.
"That's why we will visit the Blue Crest Moon, one of the neighboring packs next Saturday." Dad informed us and I just rolled my eyes mentally.
To be honest I'm tired of doing this but then I can't do anything about it I have to find my mate so I can take over the throne. If there's one person knows me well it's my sister I hate that Dad is pressuring me on this.
"We have some great news to tell." My sister chipped in.
'Thank you.' I mind-linked Meriel.
"Please tell me you're expecting?" Mom and my Aunt said in unison.
"Yes we are. Meriel is three weeks pregnant." Richard smiled proudly to my parents.
"Wow! Congratulations!" Aunt Sylvia hugged Meriel same with my Mom.
"Bro, be prepare for my sister's tantrum." I joked.
"I am going to be grandmother in seventeen weeks!!" Mom squealed like a teenage girl.
"You better take care my eldest like you promised me Richard." Dad gave a proud yet authoritative tone to him.
"I will Dad she is my mate and I will see to it that they are both safe no matter what." Richard stated.
"I'm happy for both of you. It also means we need to spread the word to the pack soon." My Aunt grinned.
After the wonderful announcement, everyone cheerfully eat their meal as they talk about my sister's pregnancy that I enjoyed listening too. My parents were still in la la land because of the news even after the dinner ended. After I bid everyone a goodbye and I went to my room when my phone stared to ring. I hit the answered button after two rings and ready to tell the person the news I got today.
(PHONE CONVERSATION)
Me: Hey Vans! (I greeted her on happy tone)
Vanessa is my best friend ever since we are kids, as a matter of fact I think even before we are born we are meant to be friends because of our mothers.
Vans: Are you trying to make me deaf?! (I can tell she is a bit irritated)
Me: Stop being over dramatic Vans! What's up? (I changed the topic)
Vans: Mom decided to have a party on my birthday to find my mate. (She complained like a child)
She began narrating about her birthday party including on finding her mate knowing Vicky she will make it grand oh no extravagant for their only heir and Princess. That is why my best friend is ranting she hates those things.
Me: Oh my God! (I squealed over the phone).
Vans: Calm your tits! Geesh! You scream like a banshee (I can picture she pull away her phone from her ears)
Me: We need to find our beautiful dress and book at the salon! Then we--- (I was cut off)
Vans: Soph you know I hate it. (I can imagine she is now pouting)
Me: I know but still I'm excited for you it's exactly 30 days from now.
Vans: Anyway enough about me, so how was the dinner? (She asked)
Me: The dinner was great and Meriel is pregnant (I broke the news to her)
Vans: Weee! That's wonderful! (She squealed over the phone).
Me: You scream like a banshee (I made a comeback using her own words)
Vans: Karma's a bitch girl. (She rebuts and we both giggled)
Me: If I knew any better I would say we are like twins just like our mothers who are crazy in finding our mate ha ha ha! (I laughed more)
Vans: I know right ha ha ha! (She joined me)
Me: Anyway it's getting late we have class tomorrow. (I spoke after our laughing session)
Vans: Before I forget your car still at the auto shop? (She catches her breath like me)
Me: Yup. I'll just take the bus tomorrow going to school. (I confirmed)
Vans: Nah let's take my car. Just drop by here then we can head to school together. (She offered)
Me: Ok. I'll see you tomorrow night Vans! (I yawned)
Vans: Night Soph. Thanks for making my day. (She yawned as well)
Me: Same here. Bye! (I cut the call)
After our phone conversation, I set up my alarm and thought of ways to wake up Vans tomorrow. I drifted off to sleep with a peaceful mind yet with wicked plan set up for my best friend.
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