Oh For Mates Sake
Chapter 60

Clover

Doug sent out additional scouts to gather more information. We didn't know much. We didn't know where the army was headed or who it was. Nadine and Odell went out as well. I was sitting at a long table inside a great hall building. Next to me was Sion, as well as our other companion.

The whole pack had gathered as we waited for more news about the army that was seen. Sion and I filled in each other on what had happened during the short time we were parted. I told him everything and the part about killing Doug's wolf. He didn't look shocked or phased at all. He was attentive to me and asked me how I was doing. He wiped my tears with his k!sses and told me how proud of me he was.

When I told him about the omega Darcia, I watched as his eyebrows knitted together. I wasn't sure if it was a coincidence with her being an omega and Hazel being one. It was probably just a coincidence, but it was something we couldn't ignore either. "Sion..." I stared into his warm hazel eyes and gave him a small smile. "I don't think we should wait any longer. I think we need to reclaim the Chance pack as soon as possible."

"I am afraid that the burden on you will be too great. I want to reclaim the Chance pack, but I won't risk losing you."

"You are not going to lose me, Sion-" I began to say, but I could already see it in his eyes. He knew what we had to do, too. He was just anxious for me.

"I know I won't lose you. I will drag you to the other side if I have to in order to keep you safe."I watched as the warm color grew darker as he sat there in thought. We were on the brink of war. One way or another, we would be fighting. There was an army out there that we might have to fight and then we had to save the Chance pack.

We didn't want to fight against the Chance pack if we could help it. It was a tricky situation and right now a lot of it would come down to me. I wasn't a master of my skills, but I Wouldn't become a master anytime soon. We couldn't wait for that. I had to trust that my instincts would help guide me.

I reached over and intertwined my fingers with Sion, feeling the sweet sparks from our touch.

There was an energy that swam between us and when we were touching it was like the circuit completed. The flow was stronger, and our bond grew in those moments.

I glanced down the table, looking at our friends. Gia and Conner seemed pretty close. There was a gentleness in his eyes as he looked at her. Her eyes seemed to sparkle up at him as well. There was a connection between them even if they weren't mates.I glanced back to look at Sion to see his eyes on me. We stared into each other's eyes until the room grew quiet.

We both snapped our heads up and looked down the middle aisle of the large hall. Doug walked in, followed by Nadine and Odell. However, right behind them two other large men came in, radiating with power. One of them I recognized it was Sam, the beta from the Diamond pack.

"Daddy!" I heard Gia gasp as she jumped up from the table. The one man ran up the center aisle as Gia ran to him. He scooped her into his arms and lifted her off the ground.

"My baby girl, I was so worried" I heard him whisper as he sat her back on her feet. "Do you have any idea how worried your mother and I have been?"

"Daddy... you don't have to worry like that about me. I'm not a little girl anymore."

"You will always be my little girl." The man said as Sam came and patted him on the shoulder.

"You've worried my sister to death. I told Susan that you knew how to take care of yourself though." Sam winked'at Gia who smiled up at him.

"What are you doing here, Uncle Sam?" Gia asked, "And how did you get here so fast?"

"There is a lot to discuss..." I watched as Sam lifted his eyes up to me."This pack has been wrapped in a time paradox. It's been days... but it hasn't felt that long for you guys..." He looked over at Doug, who stepped forward as the crowd began to murmur. "This is the Alpha King Wyatt's Beta, Sam.

What he says is the truth. The omega Darcia was actually a demon living among us. Through her, she slowed time in here after Clover arrived. This would give the enemy time to assemble while time seemed to hold still in here. When we left to investigate the army, we wandered through a fog. We didn't realize until we ran into Beta Sam and Delta Adam of the Diamond Pack that so much time had passed" Doug then looked at me and Sion.

The army seems to be on the move... but they are heading away from us. It is a small army, which probably means" Doug's eyes were on me as Sion finished his sentence.

"They are grouping together for an all-out assault" Sion said as Doug nodded his head.

"This makes the most sense. This is why they needed time. Time for all the small armies to gather together." Doug said, and then Sam stepped forward.

"This is an all-out war for you, Clover. I was given a message from Alpha King Wyatt, and he wants for you to go to Elysium, the fairy kingdom, where you will be safe."

I looked at Sam as I felt Sion's fingers tighten with mine. "Is it an order?" I asked and watched as Sam shook his head no.

"It is a highly encouraged request and a privilege to be invited to stay in Elysium-"

"I understand that, and I appreciate it.

However, there is a job that I must do. I have to save the Chance pack. They are being controlled and I won't run away... not when I can help them." I looked at Sion and smiled."f a fight is coming, I will not run from it. If they want me, they'll die trying to take me" "The fight isn't against normal werewolves," Sion said with a deep, rich voice. His eyes were fixated on Sam as a wave of authority washed through him. "I am no longer bound by the Alpha King and his laws. I am my own king and Clover is my queen. We will use the powers granted to us to eliminate any threat that we can. Even the my crops, Meryl, should fear where I can send her. He rose to his feet, pulling me up to his side. "Tell your king that the king of the spirit realm has joined the fight. We fight for ourselves and for OUR future."

I watched as a smile spread across Sam!'s l!ps.

"Because you fight for the future, you have already joined our side. We fight for the same thing. The right to live in peace. The right to live our lives. The right to exist without fear:" He paused for a moment as he stared at Sion. There was an unreadable knowledge in his eyes, as if he knew so much more than he was telling."

Anubis." He said and I almost gasped. How did he know this? "The lycan princess and prince will be meeting with you soon. I will head back to the Diamond Pack now and let them know of your predicament. The fairy queen is working on a solution to this mind controlling.

She will have an answer to this. When she does, they will help everyone. That is the type of person she is. She was the previous Luna of the Diamond pack... many years ago.

Sake.

I had heard of the rumors before about the fairy princess that was mated to the Alpha of the Diamond pack. The rumors were that was why the Diamond Pack was chosen to have the next Alpha King.

I am sure this is why they were given a lycan prince too.

Something about the Diamond Pack had always made them powerful. Though it was a good thing since they were always helping out the other packs. They formed strong alliances with other species too. Even having the Alpha King's daughter married to the vampire prince.

They solidified treaties through a blood bond, one of the strongest bonds. It is why even regular humans have sealed treaties with marriage. To create a child with a link to both sides. A powerful, unbreakable connection and a bridge between the two places. I heard that the Alpha King's daughter loved the prince.

Though I always felt sad thinking of arranged marriages. Everyone deserves the chance for love... but I suppose love can grow. And through those arranged marriages, countless lives are saved. It isn't always ideal... but it can be necessary.

"Daddy, I'd like to stay with Clover." I heard Gia say as the large man shook his head.

"No, you are coming home where it is safe." I glanced over to look at Conner. His body looked tense and rigid. As if it was all he could do to manage to stay where he was at. He knew it wasn't his place to speak and he looked like he had to fight to hold himself down. Could he really have such a connection with Gia? Or was this all in my head?

"I think this is where I am supposed to be.

Something inside of me is pulling at me to stay with Clover." I watched as she looked at Sam. "My fairy blood calls on me to.

"Gia, I promised your mother-"

"Adam.."I watched as Sam rested his hand on his shoulder. "Susan will understand this. We have a connection that is different. A part of us is always listening and can feel the Fairy Queen's wishes. This might be something that Queen Lilly wants... or it could be something else..." He paused as he looked at Gia.

In either case, your daughter is a young woman and a valuable asset. Plus, who knows, maybe it is her wolf calling her to go to the Chance pack for help. Gia hasn't met her mate yet. Maybe her wolf senses he is there."

I watched as Adam's arms trembled slightly. His eyes were watery as he stared at Gia. He pursed his l!ps and pulled Gia into his arms, holding her against his ch3st.

"I know you are a young woman now. I'm just not ready to say goodbye. I am not ready to let go. I feel like you were just born... I remember that day like it was yesterday."

"Daddy... I'm not leaving you forever. I'm just staying to help."

There was a sad, knowing smile on Adam's l!ps.

Almost like he knew it wasn't a temporary thing. "You grew up so fast. I always thought I would have more time. That I would get to do more with you later:" He sighed and nodded his head. "You're a beautiful young woman... and I am so proud of you. Ill be back to help. With or without the Diamond Pack army... I will come back" He said as he stared at Sam.

"Of course. We will both come back to help out in the fight..no matter what" Sam said with a gentle smile on his face. There was something warm and endearing about Sam. He made me feel calm and comfortable. There was a wisdom to his words that made you feel safe, and he carried himself with so much confidence. I hoped one day I would carry myself half as well. His eyes met with mine and there was the kind smile again.

"Despite everything that is going on... it looks like you found where you belong."

I smiled and leaned into Sion's side as his arm came around me.I did. I found my person and I belong wherever he is.

"The time paradox is broken now. Time should resume normally. Gia, use the fairy messengers to keep us informed. We need to know your movements SO We can come to your aid." I watched as he then turned, taking a couple steps before pausing. He didn't say a word, but he stood there waiting as he turned his head slightly to look at Adam.

"Be careful.." I watched as Adam softly kissed his daughter's forehead.

"Don't worry, I will be."

I watched as Adam turned to walk away and Sam resumed walking on his own. Gia remained there for a couple of moments. She stood there staring at the door where her father and uncle disappeared from. Then, Conner was there. I didn't even hear him move but he was by her side. His arm came around her and she looked up at him. A smile reached her l!ps and her body leaned into his side. Okay, I wasn't imagining it. There was something there. The two walked back to the table together and the focus reshifted to Doug. "Clover, you are our Luna, our leader. Our place is by your side. Your fights are our fights. Your army is ready at your command, Luna." I listened to Doug's words as the whole pack rose to their feet. The sound of chairs screeched against the floor and then my eyes widened in shock as they all lowered themselves. They placed a fist over their chest as a loud affirmative roar ripped through their chests in unison. "Luna!"