The Alpha's Slave Mate novel Chapter 44

Chapter Forty-Four

Caleb’s Point of View

For Daphne’s sake I am trying my hardest to get along with her sister and Dorian. I ensured that she has enough money to treat her sister to some shopping and a nice lunch. Theo and I discussed having a guy day with Dorian, neither of us wants to but we are curious about him. Daphne and Scarlet have already left for the day. I find Theo and we go in search of Dorian.

We find Dorian in the kitchen harassing one of our Omega members.

“All I want is some damn lunch.” Dorian is yelling at Annie, who looks terrified.

“DORIAN” I used my commanding voice, knowing that he will pay attention. “No one here is a slave. My Omegas do not make me food unless they want to. Here we do things for ourselves. Annie I am sorry about the confusion this is Dorian, Daphne’s brother in law. I will handle it from here, you go ahead and run along. Tell your folks I said hello and look forward to seeing everyone at the mating ceremony.” Annie quickly runs out of the manor house via the kitchen door.

Finally, I turn my attention to Dorian. He is looking at me like I grew another head. As bad as I want to punch him in the nose for being a pompous ass, I love Daphne and I am going to try to make this work.

“Why don’t you have a seat Dorian, would pastrami sandwiches on rye work for you?” Even Theo is shocked that I am being this calm, I just hope that Daphne realizes how much I love her. Dorian thinks about it a moment, but eventually pulls out a chair around the island and sits down. I start getting ingredients out of the fridge and placing them on the counter.

“So, Dorian tell me about California, and the Cedar Wood pack. How are things going down there?” I find that most people let out small details when they start talking about themselves and I am very interested in Dorian.

“It is good, smaller than your pack here, but hopefully that will change soon.” There is something in his tone, that makes me want to press farther on and find out more.

“Oh, what are your plans for extending?” I am careful to keep my voice neutral. 1

“My first step is to handle the rogue situation that we have. As I am sure you heard our previous Alpha was killed by rogues.” I nod my head letting him know that I had hear those rumors. “Once that is settled, I am sure that our pack numbers will rise. Plus, hopefully Scarlet will bear me an heir soon.” I can tell that the heir subject is touchy because he is practically growling when he finishes his sentence. 1

“What do you like on your sandwich?” While Dorian was talking, I have cut up lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese to go on the pastrami.

Theo is still quietly listening leaning against the cabinets.

“Just meat and cheese, maybe some mustard.” I finish prepping the sandwiches. and place our plates on the island. Theo comes over and sits down finally.

“So, your big ceremony is tomorrow, I bet there are a line of broken hearts huh.”

Dorian’s words turn my blood into ice. I can see why Theo does not trust this man; he is a dog.

Theo heard us, and he came in and saved me.” Hannah is shaking and now I can understand why Theo is enraged. 2

“I am sorry Hannah, I promised you a long time ago that nothing would hurt you. I want you to go get cleaned up, I need to deal with this now.” I give her a long hug and send her on her way. Turning I can see that Theo still has Dorian by the neck, his eyes are a deep onyx.

“How dare you come into my home, and assault ANY of my family.” Dorian has crossed a line and I am going to see that he remembers not to cross it again. “Theo move out of my way.” Theo tries to resist but I am his Alpha and he is loyal to me. Slowly he uncurls his fingers and moves slightly to the left of Dorian. I do not warn Dorian before I deliver a blow to his guts that doubles him over. “You are a sick coward. You do not deserve the title of Alpha.” Dorian is still doubled over, but I have lost my patience with him. I grab his hair yanking him up to look at me. “This is my pack, my home, my family. I will not think twice over ending your life to protect theirs. The only thing saving you right now is my mate, and that is barely a thought. You will return to your room and pack your things. Scarlet is welcome to attend the ceremony, but you are not welcome here.” I drag the quivering bastard out of the room by his hair, tossing him into the guest room. I do not dare leave him to wreak havoc anywhere else in my home.

As I am waiting for him to pack his bags, I worry over how Daphne is going to take the news. She may be upset for a while, but I hope once she talks to Hannah everything will work out. Theo has left, I can only assume to check on Hannah and ensure that she is ok. I hope that this incident has not ruined our ceremony. Once Dorian is finished, I grab his bag and escort him downstairs.

“I am not leaving without Scarlet.” I am surprised that Dorian has the guts to say anything to me.

“You will leave, I will inform her as to why you are leaving. She is welcome here, but if you ever grace my sight again, I will end your life.” I stare him dead in the eye, I want him to know that I am serious. As luck would have it as I am leading him out of the house the girls are pulling in. Dorian demands that Scarlet leave with him, but she refuses. Theo and I move in front of the girls when Dorian steps forward threatening. Dorian makes a cheesy comment about how we will regret this and I have my warriors ensure that

Dorian is out of our territory. 1

I know that the girls are tired from today. I send Daphne up to shower. I need to speak with my warriors before I can crawl into bed with her. I quickly assemble my teams, ensuring that our patrolling guards are alert to the situation. I also contact Marcus whom I know is nearby and he and his men are also patrolling. If Dorian makes a move, I will know about it well in advance. I then check in with Theo making sure that Hannah is ok, and that he is calm. He assures me that they are both well. With this knowledge I finally trudge up to bed exhausted. All I want to do is wrap my arms around my beautiful mate and sleep.