Alpha Rick
Chapter 77

Livie

I walked past everyone. They all fell silent as they saw me passing. Maybe they thought I was going to kill her or tear her apart. After all, it's what she-wolfs do. Right? We act on impulse, giving in to our primal ways when we're mad. Tearing each other apart and not giving a thought to what will happen next. Except I am not like any other Wolf. I am a Luna, a leader of my pack and I have many little eyes on me. Eyes that I see fit for great future leaders, not only in my pack but for the future of their families. I stand my ground.

I will not be like her. I will not become a cold-hearted sadist, who gives into anger, acting mercilessly as they might think. I will be a good... no... a great role model and will teach my pup to do the same. He or she will grow up to be the best citizen and the best version of himself this pack has ever seen and I will ensure that every pup born into this pack from henceforth does the same.

WE WILL BE CHAIN BREAKERS, cutting the old bad habits and learning to protect each other the same way, Ricky has taught me. Being strong is more than learning to kick someone's ass. It's learning to control your anger and think with a clear mind.

When Ricky first found me, I was nothing but a poor and weak omega. I feared that there was no good in this world because I had been given nothing but torture and mistreatment. But, being by his side, I was able to learn that there was still good in our world. I learned that some Werewolves didn't live by their selfishness, that there was a pack willing to live past their selfishness and love each other, protect each other, and be there for one another.

This pack has taught me what love and family mean, and I will not let anyone or anything hurt them. I will not allow Noah to keep tearing families apart, as he did to mine. And I will not let sleazy women like Leah come between fated mates, trying to come between them.

Ricky holds his hands out for me, and I take them smiling at him. He pulls me into his arms, sighing deeply as he makes me crash against his chest. His heart is still beating quickly, making my heart swell for him. I hug him tightly, closing my eyes and resting my head on his chest.

"I thought I was going to lose you back there. I was so scared for you, baby. I was so ready to rip her apart, I..."

"You have nothing to worry about, baby. I had the best teacher. He taught me well, you know?" I say, lifting my head and smiling at him. He had tears threatening to fall, making me smile at him. "You're unbelievable you know that? I love you," he says, placing a kiss on my lips, earning a bigger smile from me.

We hugged as everyone began to hug each other and give each other high-fives. "You are awesome, Luna." I kept getting compliments from younger teen wolves and kids, making me smile. "Luna, you were really good back there. I don't know if I would have acted the same. You've impressed us with your big heart." one of the warrior girls says, making me smile at her as she takes my hands into hers.

"There are times to fight anger with anger, and there are other situations where it is better to fight bad with kindness. I know Leah deserved to die. The rules strictly imply that any threat to the Luna is punishable by immediate death, but our Luna is not like every other Luna. No," Ricky responds, making me look at him in admiration.

"Our Luna is one of a kind. She's far better than the rest and with a bigger heart than most," he says, wrapping me in his arms by the waist. "Yes, she is." many said as they began to go back to their daily routines.

"Even I'm surprised. I was sure you'd rip her head off. I'm pretty impressed too, Sis." my brother, Brandon says, making me turn with a smile.

He walked with a smile next to Dad, making my eyes water. I couldn't help but let the tears fall as I went and hugged my dad. "Daddy!"

"Oh, that's my girl. I'm just glad you're ok. I was so scared," he says as he begins to break down, "I thought I was going to lose you again." he says as he lowers his head, whipping away his tears.

"Oh, Daddy!"

"I can assure you, Sir. I would not let that happen. I'd finish Leah before she could hurt my Livie." Ricky says, making my dad smile at him, extending his hand out to him. Ricky and him shake hands firmly, but Dad refuses to let go of Ricky's hand as he pulls him into a hug, making Ricky chuckle.

My eyes widen in surprise as I feel my little butterfly stir my stomach, making me aware my little pup is already alert and moving about. I know it's too early to know what we're having, and a part of me wants to know, yet another part of me wants to keep it a surprise. I guess, well just have to wait and see. But for now, I'm just glad we have Leah out of the way.

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As the days went by I went about my normal routine, helping out in any way possible. Only I was banned from practicing with everyone until I gave birth. My cravings just kept getting weirder and weirder. Ricky got off the bed, putting his sweatpants and slippers on as he paced back and forth looking around, tossing a pillow and then another. "Where the hell is it?" he says, making me giggle.

"What are you looking for, babe?" I asked, making him look up "My....shirt." he said as he looked at me, realizing I was wearing his t-shirt and chuckling. "You mean... This shirt?" I say, pointing to myself. "It looks better on you if you ask me," he says, pulling me by my waist and sliding his hands seductively down my butt.

"Does it now?" I ask teasingly, running my hands softly up his chest. "Oh, yes," he says in a husky tone, squeezing my butt and making me squeal.

He kissed me, making me feel like I was melting. It did not matter if we had been together for a while now, I still felt the butterflies in my stomach every time he kissed me passionately. The Sparks in my body with his tender touch still made me shiver and made my heart feel content.

But what I loved the most... is he has taught me to be a better person. To strive for what matters, for what is right. Not all alphas that look farce and deadly are a menace. They are still kind-hearted men and will go far and beyond their measures to protect their pack and the people they love.

To many, Ricky is a strong deadly alpha who will break you and end your life if you dare touch anyone in his pack, and yes, he is. He's short-tempered at times and doesn't take lightly when someone tries to cross him. But to me... to me, he's my Ricky. My loving husband who I would do anything to protect and I know... he would do the same for me.

"Now, are you sure you want Sticky Rice with what?" he asks, looking at me weirded out. I chuckled, biting my bottom lip as I placed a feather-like kiss on his lips.

"Sticky Rice and Mango. They sell it at the new Pho shop down by Eight Street. Oh, and can you go and get me a waffle with,"

"Strawberries and extra powdered sugar." he finishes for me, making me chuckle. "Yes, please." "Anything else my queen?" he asks, chuckling.

"Not at the moment. I'll call you or mind link you if I change my mind." I say, making him chuckle.

He put on a different t-shirt, grabbed his keys, and went off. Today, I was ordered to stay home and in my room, because I have been doing things non-stop. So, our pack's doctors demanded Ricky to keep me in my room to rest for the next two days.

I laid back in bed, decided to watch a little TV, and waited for Ricky to come back. When he returned, he came back with loads of bags, making me chuckle. "Ok, so... the pack doctors warned everyone in the pack not to bother you. And as a result, all the ladies decided it was a good idea to prepare food for you. So!" he says as he sets the bags down and moves the small vase with flowers on the coffee table, putting the bags down and begins to take food containers out.

"We have... nachos WITH the works. Uh... I think Mrs. Kenz said this was... Mediterranean food?" he says, squinting an eye. The food looked so delicious, making, my mouth water instantly.

I gasped, opening another food tray and seeing Mexican food. "Oh, my goddess, Ricky," I said, making him lift his hand. I gripped the tiny Street taco in hand, taking a big bite and moaning as the flavors exploded in my mouth.

"Oh my goddess... this is so good!" I muffled out, making him pout. "That was my food..." he says, pouting, making me giggle. "I'll share!" I said, lifting the tray toward him and changing his pout to a big smile.

We sat in bed the rest of the day eating everything and watching movies until the sun went down. I settled into his arms, falling asleep with a smile.

I've never felt so happy. I had a loving mate, a beautiful pack I call family, my brother and dad back, and a pup on the way. What else could I ask for?

I was sound asleep when I felt Ricky slowly trail his hand up my thigh, making me sigh. I smiled, turning on my back as he slowly kissed me, taking his time as he took my clothes off and made love to me.