Chapter 641
Gavin's POVnoveldrama
I didn't want to make just anyone the Alpha of the Redmoon pack. I didn't trust just anyone. It took me a long time to figure out why that was the case; the Redmoon pack was Judy's home pack. It was where her family and best friend lived.
I wanted someone I could truly trust to run that pack, and because I didn't trust anyone, I did it myself. I told myself and everyone who asked that I didn't pick an Alpha because none of the candidates wowed me, which was partially the truth. But the full truth, I wanted Judy to like and trust the Alpha, and I knew she wouldn't want any of them, especially not Ethan.
Maybe that's why I didn't fully want him as the Alpha, even when he was engaged to Irene.
But Sampson had good energy, and he was someone Judy clearly trusted. Plus, his Luna, Lucy, seemed like a good one despite my earlier judgment. Yes, she might be materialistic, but she cares about her packmates and truly loves Sampson.
Judy had fallen asleep an hour ago on my arm. I look down at her sleeping form and tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, allowing my fingers to linger on my cheek for a moment longer than necessary.
She was so beautiful that my heart stuttered slightly.
Irene was right; I needed to try harder. What I said to her was out of line; how I've treated her was out of line.
Mine.
The word went through my mind and my wolf fucking purred with contentment. He fucked purred. Yet, I couldn't bring myself to care. Judy was here... she was safe... she was coming home with me.
"Mommy, do you think we'll like this new pack?" A little girl asked from nearby. She was looking up at a woman who had tired eyes and a pale complexion. Both the little girl and the mom had tears in their eyes. I could tell that they have lost a lot during this battle... everyone here has. They lost their homes, their loved ones... a part of themselves was being left behind, and nobody knew what to expect going forward.
"We have to trust our Alpha," her mom whispered. "Wherever he goes, we go." The little girl nibbled on her lower lip as she peeked over the seat at Sampson. Sampson had Lucy in his arms and was busy trying to calm her down as well. The tension was high in this plane. I looked back at the little girl who looked close to tears. Then, she met my eyes.
I wasn't good with kids, despite having two of my own. But up until these last couple of years, I had been an absent father. I allowed my staff to raise them mostly, and I'll always regret that.
"What's your name?" I asked the little girl.
Her mother looked at me as well, her eyes wide as if shocked a Lycan would be speaking to them.
The little girl sniffled and wiped at her eyes
"Sophie..." she said softly.
"I'm Gavin
told her, trying to give her a reassuring smile. "You're going to a really good pack. You'll be safe there. There are a lot of other children that I'm sure you'll get along with, and a great schooling system."
Sophie buried her face shyly in her mom's arms. Her mom looked at me, tears
filling her eyes again.
"I'm Monica," she said softly. "Are you one of the Lycan Chairmen?"
I nodded.
"Yes," I replied. "Gavin Landry."
She bit on her lower lip, processing that information.
"Pardon my daughter, we aren't used to speaking with a Lycan," she explained. "Alpha Levi was never around, only his Beta sometimes. We don't know Lycans to be caring."
"You've never met me before,” I told
her. "I'm very involved with my
packs. I visit each one monthly to make sure the Alphas are doing their jobs properly and to ensure that each packmate isn't in need of anything."
Her eyes widened in shock at my words
"And we'll have a home?" She asked, worry lingering in her tone.
I nodded again.
"Yes, you'll have a home and you'll be safe. I'll personally make sure of it."
She seemed to have relaxed, though her eyes were still haunted.
"Thank you," she whispered.
I nodded.
Judy stirred slightly in my arms, making me focus my attention back on her. She let out a small whimper and her brows furrowed together My heart lurched; she was having a nightmare. I brought my lips to her ears and whispered, "Sssh, sweet girl. I'm right here. You're safe.”