Eve POV
When I woke up in Conrad’s room again, I was so content. I have never been with someone who wanted to make me so happy. Even with the sex, he never pushed and wanted to make sure I was enjoying myself, even if he didn’t get what he wanted. I got up to go to the bathroom and I just stared at myself in the mirror. Last night had been amazing and I was wondering how I was going to go back to my room. If I wanted to go back.
When I came back, I got back into his bed. He was awake and excitedly pulled me in close to him so he was spooning me.
“I was wondering if you would come back“.
“I guess you’re making it harder for me to run away“.
He just pulled me even closer, held me tighter, and started kissing my neck. Just enjoying the time when it is just us in the
world.
We eventually got up and got dressed but Conrad surprised me by ordering breakfast to the room so we could spend more alone time together. We were once again interrupted by Liam.
“I get you want to spend time with him Eve but I’m starting to feel neglected. Think you can share him for a bit“. I just go red and Conrad rolls his eyes.
“What is it Liam“, Conrad asked in annoyance.
“Well, you seemed to of gotten….. distracted last night and didn’t open your presents. Many pack members are awaiting
your response. Also, we need to finalize the plan for the visitors on Wednesday and Friday“.
“That’s come up again already“. Conrad seems extremely disappointed in this.
“Yeah. Sorry buddy“.
I just looked confused. “Is everything OK“.
“Yeah. I’ll explain it all later. At least I can bring you with me to open presents“. He gets a big grin on his face and picks me up bridal style. I tell him to put me down but he refuses and he walks to his private living room. It’s set up like a standard living room close to his office but only the Alpha and select guests can rest in there away from the pack. It is very masculine and wooden. It reminds me of a fancy log cabin in the woods. It’s just Conrad, Liam, and myself.
There on a table is a neat pile of presents. There are gold cufflinks, a Rolex, some shoes, a gold tie pin, a cashmere sweater, and other similar things to go with his business wardrobe. Most have messages about leading the pack well and thanks to the Alpha King for all he does for the pack. The final present is the one I got him. It is very small and fragile so it was nearly missed.
He reads the note. “To guide the lost wolves. Moonlight“. He smiles at me.
He opens it and is confused. It’s a small vial that holds about 30mls/1oz of liquid. It’s in a very intricate crystal glass with a moonstone in the middle and a dropper on the top.
I look over at him and smile. “Open and smell it“.
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He does and his face goes still and a slight tremble appears in his hand. “Is this essence of Ipomoea alba“.
Liam is so shocked by this and runs over to smell it. Conrad pulls it to his chest protectively.
“Careful, Liam”.
“I’m not a total idiot. How do we know it’s the real deal“.
Both men turn and look at me. Conrad speaks with his voice shaking. “This is the most valuable possession to wolves. It’s said that each vial, if brewed correctly is blessed by the Moon Goddess. It’s made from moon flowers which is why it has the name and smell. It will even glow in Moonlight. There hasn’t been recorded vial in over 200 years. The last one on
record was stolen and used by rogues to try and win the war. Where did you get it“.
I speak very quietly but know I have to keep my conviction. “I know how to make it. I know how valuable my gift is and if others knew I could make it, it would put a bigger target on my back. I want you to have it for the pack. To bless them and what you are doing for the wolves. I think the Goddess would appreciate that more than me keeping it hidden”.
Conrad starts to panic. “Liam. Put this in the safe and tell no one we have it“.
I start to tear up. “I’m sorry. I should have left it where it was“.
Conrad rushes over and kneels before me, “No no no. I love it and it is the most amazing gift. I’m just on edge because of
this week“.
“You mean this thing happening Wednesday and Friday“.
“Yeah“. He looks at me sad and worried. “The council members are coming Wednesday night for the monthly meeting over Thursday and Friday. Friday night is the royal celebration of my birthday“.
I look at him confused. “You mean another party“. I look at the expression on his face and it is one of fear. “You don’t. want me there do you“, I state confused. After the moments we shared last night, why is he pushing me away.
“I want you there more than anything. It’s everyone else I don’t want there“. He takes a deep breath clearly trying to work out what to say to me. “All pack leaders and representatives will be coming to honor me for my birthday“.
My face drains of color and turns to horror when I realize what he means. “All the Alphas are coming here“.
“Yes. If they know your status and that you can make this, they will try and take you from me. But I promise you, I will not let them near you. This week my only job is keeping safe, hidden, and protected til Saturday morning when they leave“.
Chapter 50
