Chasing His Scentless Mate (Caroline) novel Chapter 5

Chapter 5: Chapter 5 Mr. Grumpy Alpha

Caroline’s POV

I sat in the conference room of Thorne Enterprises, my palms slightly damp as I waited for the interviewer. The company was one of the most powerful in the country, located in Storm Valley Pack territory, where they dominated both land and business.

The conference room door opened, and a woman in her fifties entered.

Her light blonde hair was cropped short, and her clear blue eyes radiated elegance. Her tailored suit matched her refined presence.

"Caroline Bennett?" she inquired, extending her hand.

I nodded, shaking her hand firmly. "Yes, that’s me. It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ms. Reed."

She gestured for me to take a seat. "Please, call me Clara. Now, let’s begin your interview."

The next hour flew by as Clara asked me a series of questions about my qualifications, experience, and goals. I answered each one confidently, drawing on my preparation and genuine passion for the role.

As the interview wound down, Clara leaned back in her chair, a satisfied smile on her face. "Well, Caroline, I must say I’m impressed. Your skills and enthusiasm are exactly what we’re looking for in this position."

My heart leapt with joy. "Thank you so much, Clara. I’m thrilled to hear that."

"We did it!" Rory howled triumphantly in my mind.

Clara’s expression then turned slightly hesitant. "However, there’s something I feel I should mention before we proceed. It’s about our Alpha, Draven Thorne."

I leaned forward. "Oh? What about him?"

Clara chose her words carefully. "Alpha Draven is... well, he can be quite demanding. He has high expectations for all pack members and employees. His leadership style is rather... intense."

I nodded, processing this information. "I see. Could you elaborate a bit more?"

Clara sighed softly. "He’s brilliant, no doubt about that. But he’s also known for his strong personality and exacting standards. Some find it challenging to work under his leadership."

I felt a flutter of curiosity mixed with apprehension. What kind of Alpha was Draven Thorne? My wolf, Rory, perked up, equally intrigued.

"I appreciate your honesty, Clara," I said. "I believe I can handle a demanding work environment. In fact, I thrive under pressure and high expectations."

Clara’s smile returned. "That’s good to hear. In that case, I’m pleased to offer you the position. Welcome to Thorne Enterprises, Caroline."

I smiled, unable to contain my excitement. "Thank you so much! I’m honored to accept."

As we shook hands, I couldn’t help but wonder about the mysterious Alpha Draven. What would it be like to work for him?

The following Monday, I arrived at Thorne Enterprises bright and early, eager to start my new job.

I was greeted by Clara Reed.

"Caroline," she said. "I’ll be showing you around today. Welcome to the pack... well, almost." 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

I smiled. "I’m really excited to be here."

Rory stirred within me as I followed her through the corridors. "Clara seems just as welcoming as she is capable," she mused.

Clara led me through the office, introducing me to various colleagues along the way. As we strolled past open workspaces and vibrant common areas, she explained more about both the company and the pack.

"Thorne Enterprises isn’t just any company," Clara said with a note of pride in her voice. "We dominate the largest territory in the country, and our business operations stretch across the globe. It’s a huge challenge, but Alpha Draven always handles everything in an organized way."

I nodded in awe. "That’s truly impressive. How does he keep everything running so smoothly?"

Clara chuckled softly. "Well, let’s just say he’s a bit of a workaholic. Alpha Draven is incredibly driven and expects the same level of commitment from every member of our pack and team."

As we continued our tour, I couldn’t help but overhear snippets of conversation from a few employees.

"I heard Alpha Draven really laid into the marketing team yesterday..."

"He’s tough, but damn, the results speak for themselves..."

With each comment, my curiosity about Alpha Draven deepened, and Rory was practically pacing in my mind, eager to learn all he could about our enigmatic leader.

Clara eventually guided me to a small, well-appointed office. "This will be your workspace," she said with a reassuring smile. "Now, let’s get started on some paperwork."

Clara gave me a stack of forms, the Storm Valley Pack application right on top. I stopped at the membership section.

"Clara," I glanced up, "when do I meet Alpha Draven?"

"He’s handling pack business in Europe," she said, checking her phone. "He’ll be back this weekend. You’ll meet our Alpha soon enough."

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