The Alpha's Surprised Mate (Book #1 of Silver Moon Series) novel Chapter 14

Fourteen: Information

Natalya

We got back to the packhouse about thirty minutes later. I walked in with Aunt Lani, Mykayla, and the girls. I took the stuff I bought up to my room and set it on the bed. I mind-linked Dustin to let him know I would be in his office in five minutes. I turned around and walked out of my room and up to the next floor, where Dustin’s office was. I didn’t bother knocking; I knew he, Kaleb and Nate were waiting. I was surprised to see Aston and Brighton were joining us as well. It did make sense; those two are his best two fighters (well, besides me). I took a seat by Brighton, and he slipped his arm around my shoulders. I have no idea how we ended up as mates, but who am I to question the moon goddess? As kids, we hated each other, and we were always fighting. I think that’s why I got into all the different martial arts and MMA to prove that even though I was not as big or physically strong as the males, I could still kick some ass. I remember the exact moment when I realized the two of us were mates. Aunt Lani and Uncle Reece were having a bar-b-que, and all the ranked and higher-up members of the pack were there. I had just turned 18 a week prior and was in no hurry to find my mate. Brighton and Nate had been out of town when I turned 18, so they threw me a late birthday party. I figured it would happen when it happened. I was sitting on a chair eating some chips when I heard someone loudly say “MATE” as I was picked up and thrown over a pair of broad, muscular shoulders. I instantly felt sparks all over my body. I knew who it was right away. I could see the sun and moon tattoo on his back. We have been together ever since. Yeah, we still fight, mainly because he tries to be all protective and possessive. I had to kick his ass a couple of times to make him realize I was more than capable of protecting myself. I feel someone hit my arm, and it snaps me out of my thoughts.

"Sorry, anyways, I don’t have much more to add that I texted you about,” I confirm.

“You never saw any of them,” Dustin asks irritatedly.

“Nope, I could sense the same two people, but I never could get a clear look, and they must have been using something to mask their scent. They never got close either; they seemed to always be across the street of at least a block behind us. And no, Aunt Lani and Mykayla have no idea. That’s why I didn’t come straight here after getting back. I didn’t want to raise any suspension.” I explain in detail.

“It almost felt like they stayed back because of me being there. I could sense when I walked away, and they couldn’t see me, they would get closer, but as soon as I was in sight, they would back off.” I add.

“This means they know who we are and who you are.” Nate pipes in.

“It also means they know better than to try anything with you there,” Dustin adds.

Dustin gives me the go-ahead to call them. Not sure why Kaleb is so damn sceptical. He hangs around the gym a lot, and I can tell he is looking for someone. I am pretty sure I know who it is. I had seen Kylani sniff me a few times when Kaleb used to drop me off. She also tenses us when he has been there. I am pretty sure they are mates, but I won't know for sure until they meet. I haven't voiced my suspicions to Chris. We all leave the meeting at the same time. I head up to mine and Brighton’s room. He comes into the room as I am on the phone. He sits down by me and waits for me to finish. I hang up and sit down by him.

“Are you sure we can trust these people?” He asks.

“Yes, I do believe we can trust them. I got to know them while I was training. The four of us went out one time after we got done training, and that's when I met their brother. I knew they were different, but I didn’t know how different until he explained everything to me. Needless to say, I was shocked, to say the least. But I know they are trustworthy.” I explain to him.

He gives me a nod and pulls me down to his chest. I lay my head on his chest. The guys are going to be floored when they meet the three of them and find out what they are. If this works out as I hope, our pack will have the protection that no one could ever provide.