My Alpha's Wolfless Daughter
My Alpha’s Wolfless Daughter – Chapter 66

Alpha Nate

“How long was she awake for?” Xander asked me. He was sitting across from me, watching as Ayla fell back asleep.

“Maybe an hour. The doctor was already in to check on her,” I answered.

“I have so many people to call but I don’t want to move. We can’t be having the same dream, can we?” He questioned. I was just as stunned as he was.

“I was thinking the same thing.” I patted my pants just to realize I had left my phone in the bathroom earlier.

I got up and walked into the bathroom without taking my eyes off of my sleeping Luna. I still can’t believe she woke up. Walking back to my side of the bed, Xander passed me a bag.

“It’s lunch.” He said before I could ask him. I’ve only eaten over the last few days when the pain of my stomach eating itself became too much.

“Thanks,” I told him, taking my seat. I pulled out a sandwich before taking Ayla’s hand again. I’ll text everyone when I’m done.

“Did she say anything about what happened?” He finally asked. I know the guilt for what Jordan did to her was eating him up.

“She said her wolf came forward and took the trauma of what happened. I don’t know what she said to you, but she doesn’t blame you, Xander. She did what she did to protect you.” I told him and he leaned forward, lowering his head.

“Xander, I feel just as guilty. I never should have let her go anywhere without me.” I sighed.

“And the book she was looking for was blank.” He mumbled.

I completely forgot about the book Ayla went there to find. The one that was supposed to be full of answers for her.

“What do you mean it was blank?”

“She believes she found the right book but it was no longer glowing blue like before. But all the pages were blank. Even alone, words didn’t appear.” He said but avoided looking at me. He sniffled down his emotions.

“So even before all of this, she didn’t get any answers?” I sighed, squeezing her hand.

“She may have gotten some from Dante but nothing that we found.” I blew out a breath. After everything she’s been through, she deserves answers.

My phone dinged telling me I had a new message. Looking at the screen, Ruby’s name popped up.

“Have you texted anyone about Ayla?”

“I haven’t. We probably should. There’s a lot of people to message.” He answered.

“I want to call her father first. I think he should be the first one to know.

“I think that’s best.” I kissed Ayla’s hand before I headed into the hallway to give Alpha Atlas a call. I could see Ayla through the small window of the door.

When his call went straight to voicemail, I called my father, who answered on the first ring.

“Nate, what’s wrong? Did something happen to Ayla?” My father rushed out.

“Dad, where’s Alpha Atlas?” I asked him, calmly.

“Luna went into labor. He’s with her,” he answered.

“Then can you please tell him Ayla woke up? I wanted to be the first to tell him the news. She woke up about an hour ago. But she is sleeping now.” I told him.

“Thank the goddesses. I was hoping for good news but I was expecting bad news.” He breathed out.

“I don’t blame you, Dad. It was touch and go there for a bit. Can you let Alpha Atlas know the good news when you see him? I know he’s busy with his mate, which I understand, I wouldn’t be answering my phone either.” I chuckled.

“Hopefully, that day will come soon enough. I’ll let him know. And give Ayla our love when she wakes. I know your mother and sister are anxious to see her.”

“With her sibling being born and I know she would love to meet Rosie. As soon as the doctor gives us the okay to travel, I’ll bring her for a visit.” I told him.

“I’ll let them know the good news. And how are you doing, son?” He asked and I sighed. I was watching Ayla sleeping.

“So much better.” I breathed out with a smile on my face.

“Good. And things will only get better from here.” After we said our goodbyes, I texted David and Max to let them know the good news. As soon as I sent my last text, my phone started to ding with messages from Rudy and my mother.

I was just replying when Max, David, and Ryan came running up the corridor towards me. I finished my message before turning my attention to them.

“Is it true?” Max breathed out while the other two nodded their heads.

“I wouldn’t lie about something like that. She was up but now she is sleeping.” I told them. I could see them all physically relaxed.

“Thank the goddess, now you can get back to work,” David said, and I chuckled.

“I should probably find myself a beta.”

“You may need to get two with all the work you have to do and with Ayla still recovering. Maybe ask Xander for his help. We could always teach him while we are here.” Max offered.

“It may be a good idea to have the mermaids guarding Ayla initiated into the pack. That way we could all work together, but I will need a wolf beta as well. Any suggestions? All of you have spent the most time with my pack.” I asked them.

“Honestly, both Cooper and Christian would be a great choice. And then you have Ryan here. He’s been a great help with all of this as well. Nate, you have some great pack members here. I wish I could stay.” Max said.

“I don’t think Alpha Atlas will let any of you go, but thanks. I really appreciate everything all of you have done for me, Ayla, and the pack.” I told them.

“And I’ll take all of them into consideration. The doctor said if Ayla’s numbers stay stable she can be unhooked tomorrow. Maybe that means I can get back to work,” I told them.

“Alpha, how is our Luna doing?” The doctor asked, walking up to us.

“She’s sleeping,” I answered.

“I didn’t think it would take long before the pain medication took effect. I just want to let you know the results of the b***d work we took earlier. She suffered from a b***d clot. I’m not sure how, but when you marked her, it helped heal her.” The doctor informed me.

“You remarked her?” Ryan exclaimed.

“Duke warned me if I didn’t, she would die. And when Ayla woke up, she told me she had her wolf.” I told them.

“That would explain why she healed so quickly after you marked her. Your mark strengthened her wolf. And once she fully marks you, she should be able to shift. In theory. I’ve never had a wolf/mermaid patient before.”

“I don’t think there has ever been one with both, so this is all new to all of us.”

“She will probably be out for a couple of hours if you have work to get done alpha. All her numbers are back to normal. Now it’s just a waiting game for the wounds to heal.” The doctor said.

“So, she can go home?” I asked, eager to get Ayla upstairs into our suite. It would be nice to lie beside her and not hunched over in a chair.

“I would like her up and walking, but let’s see how she is feeling when she wakes. No promises.”

“I could just carry her upstairs,” I said, and they all chuckled.

“I know you would Alpha, but let’s see how she feels.” He said, before leaving our little group.

“Alright, you three should get back to work. And I’ll start going through some of the emails.” I told them when they were about to protest, since I haven’t set foot in my office since we raided it to find information on the hunters.

“Good, the paperwork is killing me,” David whined.

“I’ll get Xander to help, so you can start training him. Ryan, why don’t you shadow Max? And then, when Ayla is stronger, I’ll pick a beta and gamma.” They all gave me a nod, before I entered Ayla’s room, closing the door behind me.

“Did you call everyone?” Xander chuckled as I took my seat beside Ayla.

“Luna Thea went into labor so I called my dad. Then, when I texted Ryan, David, and Max, they felt the need to come and check on her. I was in the hallway talking with them. Also, the doctor informed me that b***d clots were responsible for her earlier episode.” I explained.

“But everything is okay now?” He questioned, his voice laced with concern.

“Everything looks good. If she is feeling strong enough to get up and walk when she wakes, I can take her home.” I told him, I couldn’t help but smile, taking her hand in mine.

“Also, I’d like you to shadow David with all the paperwork he is taking over.”

“Why? Is he having a hard time keeping up with it?” He asked, looking confused.

“I want him to teach you how to be a beta. I think having a wolf and a mermaid by my side will help protect Ayla.”

“Nate, I’m not worthy of that position. I almost got her killed.” His voice was full of regret.

“You killed the bastard who hurt her, who used your life to manipulate the situation. And she trusts you with her life. I know she’s safe with you, as much as I hate to admit it.”

“Was that a compliment?” He smirked.

“Don’t let it go to your head.”