Chapter 6 Alpha Leo's dark past

"There is no need for you guys to waste time anymore. I see that the problem is coming from you, Sophia, but then you should make haste while the sun shines" The seer Admonished.

That was the last drop of the hat before Alpha Leo gave the seer some amount of money and we were already on our way back.

"You knew this all along didn't you?" I asked Alpha Leo as we journeyed back home.

"Of course, I don't. I'm sure you saw how shocked I was to hear that so there is no need for you to lay accusations on me" He replied.

"How then did you know to take me there?" I probed still not buying his Idea.

He may have initiated some kind of dealing with the Seer beforehand, all to convince me into accepting him.

"As an Alpha, there are occasions when you don't just rely on your judgment or reasoning but seek the knowledge of others and that includes people like the seer we just met" He replied and I saw some sense in that answer of his.

"So what are we going to do now?" I asked.

"I should be asking you that question, you are the one that kept rejecting me" He replied and I heaved in response.

"But don't worry, I promise to give you some time.... Take all the time you want, and think it over, "he replied.

From that time on, I was treated as a different person and even given a tent of my own to stay in the pack and so left Bradley's house.

Two men were also brought to guard me and there were maids too, at my beck and call.

Is this what it feels like to be a Luna? Gosh, I wasn't even one yet, and I'm already getting all the preferential treatment. I doubt I would even adjust to such a life.

As I lay in bed that night, I couldn't help but feel lost and alone. I missed my mother, and I hoped that she would come looking for me soon.

The uncertainty of my future was too much to bear, and I didn't know how I was going to face Alpha Leo or his pack again.

I couldn't shake off the feeling that things were only going to get worse from here on.

my mind was consumed with thoughts of recent events.

I felt a heavy weight on my chest, an overwhelming sense of confusion and fear. I needed someone to talk to, someone who could understand what I was going through.

I reached out to Bradley through our mind link, seeking solace and guidance.

"Bradley," I whispered mentally, my thoughts reaching out to her. "Are you there?"

A few moments passed before her voice echoed in my mind. "Sophia, I'm here. What's wrong?"

I poured out my heart to her, recounting the encounter with Alpha Leo and his declaration of our mate bond. I told her about my rejection, my confusion, and the growing fear within me.

Bradley listened attentively, offering words of comfort and understanding.

"Sophia," she began gently, "I know this is overwhelming, but rejecting Alpha Leo might not be the best course of action. As a mate, your bond with him is incredibly powerful, and it's something that cannot be easily dismissed."

I sighed, considering her words. "But what about Kelvin? I love him, Bradley. I can't just turn my back on him."

Bradley paused, choosing her words carefully. "I understand your love for Kelvin, but this is about something much deeper, much bigger than ourselves.

We have a responsibility to our pack, to maintain the balance and protect our kind. Alpha Leo is a strong and capable leader.

Perhaps there is a way to find common ground, to honour our bond while still staying true to ourselves."

Her words resonated within me, and I pondered the possibility of finding a compromise.

But just as I started to consider it, Bradley's voice took on a serious tone. "Sophia, there's something you need to know about Alpha Leo. It's about his past."

Curiosity piqued, I leaned in, urging her to continue. Bradley proceeded to reveal a long-held secret that had haunted Alpha Leo's past.

She shared a tale of betrayal and loss, a dark chapter that had shaped his journey as a leader and as an individual.

It was a story of his family, once a prominent and respected line within our pack. But their power had attracted envy and greed, leading to a tragic series of events.

Alpha Leo's parents, the former Alpha and Luna, were betrayed by their closest allies, resulting in their untimely demise.

The burden of the past had weighed heavily on Alpha Leo's shoulders, and it had fueled his determination to rebuild and protect our pack.

His journey had been one of resilience, as he fought to restore honour and trust within our ranks.

As Bradley shared these details with me, I felt a mix of sympathy and concern. The revelation painted a complex picture of Alpha Leo, a man burdened by the shadows of his past.

I couldn't help but wonder how this would impact our potential relationship, and if I could truly trust someone with such a tumultuous history.

My heart sank as the weight of the revelation settled upon me.

Could I truly open myself up to someone with such a complicated past? Would our bond be strong enough to withstand the trials and doubts that would surely arise?

In the days to come, I would need to navigate through the intricate web of love, duty, and the shadows of the past.

The journey ahead promised challenges and sacrifices, but I was determined to find my path and discover the truth that lay hidden beneath the surface.

And so, with a mix of trepidation and determination, I took a deep breath and prepared myself for the next chapter in my story, ready to face the twists and turns that awaited me.