The Stripper Luna

You know, things aren't what they used to be in the world of supernatural characters. Before, in my pack, everyone strived for dignity and pride where our leaders were about the pack. But slowly in this new day age, it was all about what you have to offer. My pack was doing what they could to survive. You had to make your own purpose. What was my purpose? That's how I ended up here. I wasn't good at anything but causing issues. Elders and kids were the only ones who didn't have to do their part because they are either too young or too old.

Being in the Kangston pack meant that we had a name to uphold.

The pack was known for being successful everywhere because they think we all had to agree to be where we are. They said we needed to find a career by a certain date or they chose for you. There was only one thing that I was known for and that was my killer curves. Curves that kill and that could carry a good pup for when it's needed. Imagine that being your only calling. So I did what I knew best, I opened up a strip club that I currently dance at as well. When people found out there was an outrage and it caused a town meeting to be called to try to close it down. But the Alpha thought it was a glorious idea and it would make them a lot of money when I paid my dues. If anything, I think he enjoyed it more than anyone.

He was a single man, so any chance he got he would come down just so he could feel my waist as I danced on him. I knew that if I wanted to be a part of something I had to use what I had. And you know I love it. Being desired and wanted. God forbid after 28 years I stopped wondering if my mate was out there looking for me. Through these new years, most people never waited and I was part of those. As I let my Alpha have me a few times. I think it's crazy to determine you're celibate until your mate comes. As a woman, you have desires, and especially once our time of the month finally ends our hormones are crazy. Alpha Jack was attractive and single so why not? Not to mention we were good friends because of this. There were no feelings attached and we had fun.

We could hang out normally and just enjoy each other's company. I think deep down we both have some sort of feelings but should our mate come we don't want to be too far deep and end in broken heart. The best part about Jack is he never saw me as disgusting or a slut for what I do. He says he respects it because I was comfortable with my body and was good at what I do. Plus it made him money. It was five in the afternoon and it was time to open my club to get the night started. I walked to the front door and put the key in as the girls were waiting for me to open it.

"Athena, I swear if you don't open that door faster I will break it down. It is freezing!" Layla had demanded.

It was a colder night than most, even as a wolf. I finally pushed the door open and was almost ran over. I couldn't help but laugh as everyone scrambled in. The club didn't open for about an hour, but most like to get in early so they can get a song pick. If you get in later then you have to dance to whatever you is on.

My girls were taken care of really well, and most men are respectful except when the youngins get really drunk. Making my way over to my office to get everything prepared.

"Hey Athena, how are you?" Jack had walked in sitting in the chair across from me.

"Good, just getting payroll in order. Why are you here so early? I can't serve you right now."

He laughed at my comment which made me lookup.

"I just wanted to ask you if there was a chance you could make a last-minute VIP space next week. I know you have to ask months in advance but it's important."

I looked at him in distaste. He knew the rules but then again he was the Alpha. I stopped what I was doing, stood up, and walked over to my calendar hanging on the wall.

"I have two birthday parties that day. It's really packed. But for how many people?"

I looked at him as he had the softest guilty look on his face.

"My brothers are coming down for my sister's birthdays. I want all of them to relax as lately they've been busy with their packs."

I stood there thinking of what I could do.

"All 16 brothers are coming?" I asked.

He answered with a nod. I let out a sigh because he was my Alpha and I couldn't say no.

"I will close that day for just VIP's and have you both upstairs with complimentary dances."

He rose from his seat, laying a kiss on my cheek.

"Thank you. I wouldn't ask if it wasn't important."

I let my eyes meet the back of my head.

"Don't think for a sec that you won't get out of tipping my girls or me. You may be my Alpha but we all got bills to pay."

He placed his hands on my waist and placed a kiss on my lips.

"I don't know I may rent you for the rest of the night."

I slapped his chest which caused him to laugh out loud.

"I have a lot of work to do, so unless you want to get paid then you should go," I demanded. He started pouting before kissing me again and headed for the door.

It took me a few hours to finally finish what I had to do before I knew that I wanted to dance the stress away. I stood and reached for my locker to open it. Pulling out my laced underwear that hugged my ass. And my see-through top. The door opened up.

"Hey Athena, are you busy?"

I turned around to see Kenzie, one of the dancers was behind me.

"I am about to go on, but I can spare a few minutes. What's up?"

I reached my chair to sit as I put my platforms on.

"I hate to put you in an awkward position. But I have a friend who ran from her pack due to violence and is seeking refuge. Since she is not from this pack she can't get a regular job, and I was hoping that you'd give her a chance and I will teach her everything since you audition everyone. Please, you're her last hope."

I let out a heavy sigh as she is putting me in a bad position. Packs should never interfere in other pack's business. But I understand that this may be her last hope and have to be subjected to more pain.

"You do realize my entire club can be shut down and I can get into a lot of trouble, should the Alpha find out?"

I looked at her which caused her to look at me in guilt.

"I know you are the Alpha's favorite, can you talk to him? I just want to help her."

I buckled the last strap and stood up.

"You're lucky he owes me one, and I am getting ready to dance. This is not a definite answer, I will tell you later."

I grabbed my money bag and locked the door behind us. Nothing like being the Alpha's pet.

Walking out to the dance floor I saw that it was packed and there was a line waiting to get inside. This is why I opened up such a club. Unmated males and even mated males couldn't help themselves. I walked over to the on-floor VIP table to find Jack there. It's like he knew I was coming because he lifted the girl from his lap waiting for me to come over. I climbed on top of his lap and leaned down to kiss him.

"Uh oh, you kissed me first, that means you want something."

I never felt so guilty but he was right. I did want to butter him up.

"I think this requires an actual dance and a drink on the house before I do ask you."

I rose from his lap extending my hand to him to help him up. I Interlaced his hand in mine and walked up to the VIP and shoved him on the couch. Dropping down showing him my backside as I began to come up swaying my hips.

"This must be a deep favor because you're so aggressive." He joked.

I climbed onto his lap and rolled my body as his hands graced my ass. I would never let a client do that but he was the exception.

"It really is, so I have to make you vulnerable with hopes of a yes."

Nibbling on his ear which caused him to groan. I knew what he liked and how to get a rise out of him. We knew each other's body language to the T.

"You know you can just ask, there isn't much I wouldn't do for you. You do a lot for me."

I finally relaxed as we made eye contact.

"There is a wolf from a bad pack. Can you take her in and she will work for me?"

I saw his face fall.

"I know it's a lot to ask, but we do something for her and she helps me out. Please, it's just a white lie." He leaned his head back with a groan.

"Athena really? You know that if they find out I have to punish you since you aren't a high rank."

I bit on my lip knowing he was right. I sometimes had to understand there was only so much he could do without getting in trouble. I could respect that but there was no harm in asking.

"I will allow it, but if someone starts getting suspicious then she has to leave okay?" I nod my head and wrap my arms around him.

"Now I don't usually take bribes, but I think I will this time."

He stood up with me in his arms causing me to playfully yell,and walked me down to my office where I opened it up and his mouth connected with mine. He pressed me against the wall closing in the gap between us. I lifted his shirt over his head exposing his ripped abs. He was undeniably hot and it was hard to resist. I went to take my top off before he stopped me.

"Keep it on, I like it."

Attaching my lips back to his, he tore my bottoms leaving me bare. He began rubbing on my now wet core that was aching to be filled by him. I felt him shift under me as he pulled down his pants with never breaking his kiss with me.

"Hurry up." I demanded.

Jack inserted his member in me causing me to gasp. As his thrusts began to get rougher. I began suckling his neck leaving behind love marks that he loved so much. His hands were digging into my ass as he slammed in and out of me like he wasn't holding anything back. That beautiful Alpha rage that left me completely in a trance. Our bodies were in perfect harmony.

"God Athena, I love you." slipped as he finished inside me.

It's like he realized what came out of his mouth which stopped us both in our tracks.

"What did you say?" I questioned.

We both were in a trance not knowing how to get out of this awkward encounter. I let myself down from his grasp. I walked over to my desk still naked trying to gather myself.

"We are not mates Jack, you know that can't happen. You can't love me, please don't love me."

I looked at him as he pulled his bottoms up and rested his nervous hand in his hair.

"I'm sorry. I've felt like this for a while, but us not being mates is the reason I didn't. Sometimes, I think it is bullshit for us to gain feelings for each other when we are destined for other people. But it's been this long. When is the statute of limitation for us to stop waiting and choose?"

He wasn't wrong honestly. Some people don't find their mate until they are close to death. The Goddess seems to be absent.

"It can't be only me feeling this way. Please tell me it's not just me."

I looked at him trying to find the words to say but I couldn't. I reached into my locker and pulled out my clothes.

"One year."

Slipped from my mouth. I met his eyes again.

"If our mates don't come a year from now, then we choose each other."

The smile on his face said it all.

"I do think though we should put some space between us to try to stop the feelings ,should it happen. I think finding my mate knowing I have strong feelings for you won't help anyone."

He walked over to me before placing a passionate kiss on me.

"I agree, but it'll be so hard. I am leaving right now, don't fall in love with me" He joked.

He opened the door before looking back.

"I hope you don't find him."

With that, he left the air so pregnant and I felt myself slowly slipping.

JACK

It took everything in me to not fall for her. But it's rare to meet someone you connect with on such a personal level. There were a million reasons for me not to fall for her, but my wolf agreed that she is my soulmate. It's the late-night movie nights for me. She does this thing where she will throw her popcorn up and try to catch it each time. But fails most of the time. Or when she is drunk, her cheeks turn a pink color and her eyes glaze over. When we have pack retreats she is engaged with everyone and her personality shines over everyone. She isn't this sweet girl, but she is accepting. Even as a stripper, no one sees it. I told myself that this is just a fling but try telling my heart that. I dread the day her mate comes because then I would lose that. I would lose her either way. She had a personality that was rare to find, and I found her.

Why couldn't she be chosen for me? When she mentioned the year rule, my heart ached. It was going to be the hardest year. I hated that everything was chosen for us. Why couldn't we choose instead of the missing goddess doing it for us? She has been awol for a while. Has she forsaken us? All I know is once this year passes I will waste no time. She wants me as much as I want her. I don't think I could handle her being with someone else. She wasn't a damsel in distress with dead parents. She had great parents who work and love her. She had a little sister who is five. She was no secret weapon. She was just a regular woman who was independent and a hustler. I usually come here just so I can spend time with this beautiful person. Being not able to see her as often was for the best but I was going to hate it.

It's been about a week since I saw Jack. The distance was horrible but it was for the best. We both have a lot to figure out. I know that if in a year it's still there then it's just meant to be. I've been on edge since. Scared that my mate will magically appear and everything we worked for and agreed to was for nothing. He stayed away from the club, up until today because his brothers were coming into town. I've only met about 8 of them so this should be exciting. I know sometimes Jack comes to see me dance with others.

He says he has kind of a kink for things like that and then he takes it out on me after.

I've had sex a good amount of times but nothing tops being with him. All his weird kinks just get me excited. With his hand wrapped around my throat. The way he grabs hold of my hair as I am going down on him. Or the red marks that are left on my ass while he's taking me from behind.

"Athena!"

I finally snap out of my treacherous thoughts to be looking him in the eye.

"Sorry, I zoned out."

He reached for my face as he stroked my bottom lip.

"Must have been some thoughts to make your lip bleed."

I see the grin on his face. He leaned near my ear.

"I hope I am the reason that you're wet."

My cheeks flooded with embarrassment knowing he was the reason I now need to change.

"Just for that, I am not coming over tonight." I joked.

"I was just kidding, please come over!" He yelled out which caused me to laugh.

"I can't hear you, the music is so loud!" I screamed out.

I walked into my office to get changed for the night. A few of my girls called out and I have 3 large VIPs and not enough girls so I have to be a part of it and make it work.

"Hey boss, you called me."

I am looking at Kenzie in her uniform.

"Yeah, it's been a week. Have you been training your friend Nelly?" She walked in closer until she was by the chair so that she could sit down.

"Yeah, I have. I know with some more training she will be good to go soon."

Putting on my platforms once again killed my feet but I had forgotten the good ones.

"Well, I need her tonight. We are short-handed and we have big parties. Get her in and she can just tag team with you." I demanded.

"I don't think she is ready for that Athena, she is still getting the pole dances down."

I sensed her nervousness now. I don't think she realized I was her boss and everything I say goes with reasonable cause.

"It wasn't a question, it was an order. She works for me and is under my wing. I need her tonight or she can forget about working here."

I stood up to adjust my bottoms that were so far up my ass you'd think they were fucking me.

"Okay I will get her here, but if she isn't good that's on you."

I don't know what has come over me but I hate disrespectful ass people. I swiftly snatched her arm before she turned around.

"No this is on you. If you can't get her up to speed then she has no business being here. You need to check who you're talking to. This is a business so don't forget your place."

She sent me a glare before snatching her arm from me. People forget that I am the boss because I dance too. I don't do it for the money, I honestly do it because I like it. It keeps me from letting my wolf out and tearing everything in sight. After a while, without your mate, you slowly become more and more bitter. This is why it's not recommended to shift if you're angry.. My wolf was really mellow, and not to mention very playful. I walked onto the dance floor to make my rounds. I sat on the starter couch with my phone in my hand. Stage by stage I made my rounds. Did a few private dances, before making it to the second VIP place. I made it to the second stage of the place before something was happening to me. I couldn't focus on my dancing and my vision was getting blurry. I found myself holding onto the pole to keep my balance. I couldn't stop sniffing around.

"Athena are you okay?"

I was looking at Trey the bouncer and I couldn't focus on him. He reached for my hand and lifted me in his arms.

"What's going on?" He asked again.

I felt myself still swaying before it all came down and I was normal again.

"Yeah, I got really bad vertigo right now. But I am fine now."

The song came to an end which meant I needed to get over to the next stage when the feeling came back. I held onto his arm again to keep my balance.

A hand was around my waist holding me up.

"Athena are you okay?"

Trey must have mind-linked Jack because he was at my side. The feeling once again subsided.

"I am fine again. Probably just tired. I am going to grab some aspirin and I'll meet you upstairs to give everyone a show okay?"

He nodded before I walked over slowly stumbling over to my office and just laid up in my chair hoping that it would go away. I felt my wolf just itching to come out, and she was going mad. Why was this happening, I don't understand? About 20 minutes had passed and I was okay again. I lifted myself up and walked out prepared to go upstairs right before I grabbed a shot for Jack and me. I made my way up when suddenly everything began to go blurry again. I looked over to Jack who was chatting with his brothers. I smiled as I imagined what things will be like when we can be together.

I slowly started walking to him when a tug on my heart and a whimper from my wolf came about. This can't be happening... Looking across from him was a pair of eyes I never saw before but I never want to unsee. I feel my stomach going in flips as I wanted to grab his face and kiss him. He knew but he just sat there and stared before he looked in another direction making me feel rejected. Two can play at that game. I walked over to Jack before placing myself in his lap.

"I am about 8 in babe. You want to get me drunk don't you?"

I looked at the man I adored and back at his brother who was now glaring at us. He wants a reaction, then I will give him one. I placed the shot glass between my breasts that were pushed so tight together.

"You're trouble." Jack drunkenly said before placing his lips on the shot glass taking it back. I took my shot with him. I wiped the little bit on his lips and sucked on my finger.

"You're going to make me call it a night." We both erupted in laughter.

"So let me introduce you to the brothers you haven't met. This is Caleb, Daniel, Remy, Ricky, Arturo, Andy. The others are somewhere else but this is my oldest brother that you haven't met, Vincent. But He prefers Vin."

Vin was looking at me like he wanted to chop my head off. I don't want to meet my mate, not when Jack and I have made this agreement. He was the one I wanted to be with. Rejecting was never a real thing just avoiding until our wolf goes mad. I don't know how long he was staring but it made me uncomfortable. Maybe if I just avoided him it'll just go away. Right?

"Hey Athena, it's been a while since we last saw you. Still giving my brother blue balls?" Mika had joked.

"Nope, just busting his balls now. How come no one warned me he eats pineapple on pizza? I almost died when I took a bite." He had nudged me with that comment.

"Yeah, I think mom dropped him on his head a few times for that. Do you know this is the only pack with a strip club? I am surprised he allowed it?"

I grabbed the bottle of champagne and drank it straight out of the bottle. Still catching his wondering eyes on me.

"He actually hated it at first and kept trying to veto it. Now I can't keep him away from here. He's a very loyal customer."

Taking back the rest of the bottle that now left it empty. I placed it on the table before signaling a waitress to come clean up. Jack used his finger to wipe a droplet of it from my lips before licking his finger. Oh, this guy is going to get me in trouble.

"Alright, I need a break, or I won't be able to finish my shift. I will be back to give everyone a show"

. "But you own the strip club, why are you dancing?"

It became silent when Vincent had spoken up. I met the mysterious mate of mine.

"Because I like it. I like dancing, even though I don't see much of it lately." I answered back.

"You're drunk, let me drive you home," Jack said.

I was still dizzy from having my mate so close so I wobbled a bit until Jack had held my waist to keep me from falling.

"I am fine."

He had stood up as well. Suddenly, I felt anger radiating from the area.

"Jack, what is that on your neck?"

I looked behind me to see Vin was standing up towering over us. I looked at his neck and noticed the fading hickey I had left him.

"Sorry, Athena likes to leave her mark." He joked.

Suddenly, Vin was staring at me.

"You're sleeping with my brother?"

His Alpha voice was so strong the entire club stood in their place to look. For the first time, I was speechless. If hiding the fact he was my mate was impossible. Now it's very impossible. Jack's eyes directed back to me.

"Your mate is my brother?"