“I am aware.” I acknowledge that your Alpha is accountable for this.
“We currently lack an Alpha.” What actions do we undertake?He enquires. Two of my warriors deposit substantial boxes of shorts and extra-large t-shirts, and those in human form procure what they require for modesty.
“Let us resolve this Alpha matter promptly.” Are you the strongest in your pack, Malcolm?I enquire. He affirms with a nod.
“What were you?” Beta or Gamma?“I inquire.”
“Gamma.”
“IS THERE ANYONE WILLING TO CHALLENGE MALCOLM FOR THE ALPHA POSITION OF THIS PACK?”“I inquire.”
I sense a mental connection emerging.
“I am determined to advocate for it,” Paxton states.
I would detest losing Paxton, as he is my closest friend, strong, loyal, and enhances my pack’s strength; however, I will not impede his progress. Furthermore, I am confident that we would establish a robust alliance.
I would regret losing you, but I believe you would excel as an Alpha—I concur.
“I will confront him,” Paxton declares, prompting an apparent retreat from those present. They are excessively apprehensive to confront him. This alone demonstrates that Paxton merits this. Aside from Gavin and myself, I believe no one present, including the other Alphas, could defeat Paxton.
“Alright, let’s proceed,” I signal to Paxton and Malcolm. Expletive! I am experiencing shoulder pain. I desire Paxton to complete this task expeditiously. I sense a hand on my exposed back, and I perceive the sparks igniting. I turn around and observe Celine appearing quite anxious. I embrace her, drawing her close to my favourable side.
“You have sustained a gunshot wound!”Her voice falters, and I observe her eyes brimming with tears.
“I am well, my dear; I scarcely perceive it,” I deceitfully assert.
“I will transport you to the hospital,” she states.
“I must observe this,” I articulate, and she scowls.
“It will only require a minute, trust me,” I reassure her, bending to kiss her forehead. The altercation commenced, and as I anticipated, it endured for under a minute. Approximately 15 seconds.
“Alpha Paxton Slade of Red Moon,” I proclaim.
“Congratulations!” “Alpha, I will allow you to determine your Beta and Gamma as you deem appropriate,” I inform Paxton before proceeding to the hospital with Celine.
I dedicated the previous hour to the hospital. They intended to sedate me, but the duration of my unconsciousness was uncertain. Celine was panicking. I wish to avoid being unconscious for hours while she anxiously awaits in the hospital. I wish to prevent her from experiencing stress, particularly now that she is expecting our puppy. I requested the administration of multiple local anaesthetics to remain conscious throughout the procedure.
I was cautioned that they would likely be ineffective due to the impact of the silver bullet, yet I persisted. They were truthful when they asserted it would not function effectively. Thank the Moon Goddess; they have just completed suturing my wounds. The doctor declares, “We will retain you overnight solely for observation.”
“Pause?” What is the inquiry? I must exit this place!I provide him with assurance.
“You have been struck by a silver bullet.” He asserts, “It is standard procedure to retain you overnight for monitoring.”
“What is being observed?””
“Infection, for instance.” “I must assess your vitals, in the event that we overlooked any silver,” he states.
“Could you provide me with a list of items to monitor or consider?” What sensations might I experience if my vital signs were compromised?“I enquire, and he gazes at me in perplexity.”
“It is merely one night,” he reassures me. I reduce my volume, as Celine may be just outside my door.
“Listen, Doctor, my wife, as well as your Luna, is extremely concerned.” She will desire to remain here, necessitating supervision for our daughter. I wish to prevent her from feeling anxious or staying overnight. She is expecting our puppy, and I am certain that we will both feel significantly better if we are at home. Compile a list of considerations or pertinent factors to observe.” He pauses to contemplate.
“Understood, however, I will be conducting home visits.” I will visit later today and again first thing in the morning to check on you. “Assess your vital signs and dressings,” he concedes. His status as a doctor does not grant him authority over his Alpha.
Agreement. “Do not inform Luna that you intended to retain me overnight,” I state. He nods with reluctance, and immediately upon his departure, Celine enters hurriedly.
Concern is evident on her face, and it pains me. “Darling, I am well.” Cease your concerns. “It was merely my shoulder,” I reassure her.
“What was the experience like?” Were the anaesthetics effective? You are exceedingly obstinate!“She exclaims in irritation.”
“They exerted effort, yet I experienced no sensation.” Cease your concerns. I will fabricate falsehoods throughout the day if it alleviates her anxiety.
“I am pleased to hear that you are well.” I might have lost you today. “We all could have,” Celine states tearfully.
“Do not weep, dear,” I utter while drawing her nearer.
“Brandon was the one who halted him; were you aware of that?”I enquire of her. She smiles and declines with a shake of her head.
“No, I did not observe it on the surveillance cameras.” It must have been an oversight. I heard gunfire, then observed your movement; at one moment, you turned, revealing that you had been shot, compelling me to reach you. “I was exceedingly frightened,” she sobs.
