Chapter 7

Octavia:

"This is unbelievable," I growled out. "You both lied to me! Three days?"

Imagine my surprise when we were escorted to our rooms and were informed that our luggage was already delivered and waiting. Ajax had the maid pack some of my belongings without my knowledge. The audacity of this man. I felt has though I had been kidnapped once again.

"Don't be such a fucking drama queen." Ajax rolled his eyes as he sat at the desk in the far corner of the room with Samuel. They had already began to over look the contract that had all the rules and regulations of the alliance.

I was actually glad they had gotten to work so soon, the faster they finish with the paper work the sooner we are free to leave. I, on the other hand, was exploring the room. It was a bit smaller than the one I had back at the mansion but it still had its own bathroom and large closet.

I sat my bum down on the couch and flicked the large flat screen TV on and was pleased to see that Netflix was preinstalled on it. I wasted absolutely no time and clicked on Reign. I had just started the show with my best friend, Siren, before I was abducted by the devil.

I was in beginning of season two and was dying to catch up, I'm sure Siren had probably watched all four seasons by now. I sat back and relaxed into the couch, submerging myself into the show. I had barely noticed the she-wolf whom was around my age that walked into the room, strutting her stuff I might add. It almost felt like we ordered a personal stripper.

She was clearly very fond of Ajax and Samuel, seeing as though they're both very handsome. She shamelessly flirted with them upon her arrival. Samuel could do better than her, she was thirsty for attention and attention only. Ajax on the other hand, he deserves someone shallow like her. She could have him.

My wolf immediately disagreed with my thoughts, but I pushed her away, not really caring for her biased opinion. She was practically forced to love him and see whatever shred of humanity he might have left.

The she-wolf placed a tray a food down on the coffee table in front of me before shooting a glare in my direction. I was a bit shocked. Is this girl really giving me a dirty look?

I leaned forward and snarled before snatching a strawberry off the tray. She jumped back a bit surprised at my reaction. Dumbass. I couldn't help but giggle as I took a bite out of my sweet strawberry.

"Behave." Ajax demanded coldly. Both him and Samuel had tore their eyes away from the paper to see what all the commotion was about.

"Yes, Alpha." I say sending him a sickly sweet smile before finishing off the strawberry in my hand. I hid my laughter as Samuel began to snigger at the tone of my voice.

"And as for you," Ajax turned his attention towards the she-wolf who was clearly of a lower class in the pack since she is delivering food. "Get the hell out before I allow her to do more than just flash her canines at you."

She exited the room quickly with her head bowed respectfully. I turned my attention back to the TV and I swore I barely even blinked as I drank up every movement on the screen. Both of the men at the desk practically jumped out of their chairs once I started squealing in excitement.

"What the fuck was that for?" Ajax growled out. I completely ignore his tone and continued jump around and clap with excitement.

"Mary queen of fucking Scotts is going to have a baby!" I say not even bothering to look over in their direction. My eyes were glued to the screen as I continued to chomp down on the plate of fruits. I hadn't eaten anything all day and it was already passed noontime now.

Ajax and Samuel sighed and rolled their eyes at my crazy antics, but I couldn't care any less. For the first time in a long time I was truly happy and enjoying myself. As if I was back home with my family.

***

Time passed quickly as I blew through the episodes. Samuel had left about thirty minutes ago, complaining that his eyes had began to hurt from focusing on such tiny words. It was 5:20pm and Ajax was still sifting through the alliance contract. His eyebrows were furrowed with determination.

Another she-wolf had entered the room ten minutes ago to inform us that dinner will be held at 5:30pm in the grand dining room. She also mentioned that someone would be coming to escort us down. I paused the show and stood up from the couch, taking a moment to stretch my stiff limbs.

I found my way over to the bathroom to freshen up before dinner. I splashed some cool water on my face before reapplying my lip balm and perfume. I run my fingers through my hair and exit the bathroom. I'd be lying if I said I did want to attend this dinner. Something about this pack was so strange to me. Was the Alpha truly only interested in people who wore the mark of another man?

Once I shut the door to the bathroom Ajax turned around in his chair to face me. His face was blank as his icy eyes met mine. "I don't want you going anywhere near Brandon, the Alpha."

"You know, I would've never pegged you to be possessive over me, considering the way you treat me and all." I say emotionlessly as I sit at the edge of the bed and put my heels back on. I had removed them earlier because well, they're fucking heels and they hurt. Curse whomever invented these contraptions.

He stood up from his chair angrily, shocking me. He stalked over to me and grabbed my face roughly pulling me up from the bed. My breath caught in my throat but I tried my best to hide my fear with a glare. "I don't give a fuck about how I treated you. You belong to me and only me. No one else can have you. Do you understand?"

I gripped his forearm and tried to loosen his grip on me but it was no use. "Do you understand?!" He growled out pulled me closer to him and lifting me up, causing me to stand on my toes even in these heels.

"Yes." I ground out between my teeth in anger. He released me with a slight push causing me to stumble backward. I hate him. I hate him. I hate him. Tears welled in my eyes, but I fought them. He would not get the satisfaction of seeing me cry.

There was a light knock on the door before a girl poked her head through and explained that she was here to escort us down. Ajax simply nodded and grabbed the jacket to his suit and left the room. I smooth my dress over quickly before following him out.

The she-wolf was a bit younger than myself and was much more reserved and respectful than the one who had delivered the tray of fruits. She led us down the hall and down two flights of stairs onto the main floor. The pack house was very extravagant and well kept. There was practically a maid at every corner dusting, they probably dust so much that there isn't any dust to dust.

I did notice how keen this pack was on making sure you could tell the lower, middle and upper classes apart. It seemed a bit cruel. Of course it was normal for pack members to contribute in some way, but to make them dress like actual maids seemed a bit extreme.

We finally reached the dining room and to say the least, it was fucking extravagant. The walls were a rich deep dark red. A beautifully large crystal chandelier hung over the ginormous oak dining table. I'm sure over thirty people could be seated at this table. Behind the table was a large window allowing the setting sun to shine in its final moments before the moon took over.

Brandon, the Alpha, sat just in front of the window with his Beta to his left an empty seat to his right. It was clear that he didn't have a mate, since apparently he's too busy chasing after other mated she-wolves. On the other end of his table is where his father sat with his mate and Beta. There were plenty of other people sat at the table such has the rest of the Alpha and Beta family, along with the third in command's family. They tend to be the best warriors, seeing as though they train all the warriors in the pack.

The she-wolf led us to front end where Alpha Brandon sat. Ajax took a seat next to the Beta and his mate and made sure I was to sit in between him and Samuel.

"Octavia, if you wish to sit higher at the table you could have a seat next to me." Brandon spoke up catching the attention of most people on this side of the table.

I'm sure the shock was evident on my face. I was just about to take my seat as he said this. I looked around hesitantly and was about politely decline before Ajax spoke for me. "She's fine sitting here, beside her Alpha and mate." He emphasized his words carefully, sending a clear and direct message for him to back off. I smiled apologetically and took my seat in between my Alpha and Beta.

"Very well." Brandon drawled and took a sip of his wine. I could feel him staring at me but I simply kept my head down or turned my attention to the conversation that Ajax and Samuel were having over me.

Ajax was clearly furious, but he was trying his best to see if this alliance would be a good choice for his pack. I quickly became bored of their conversation has they began to talk about how two twins whom were coming of age and were having party to hopefully find their mate. I unknowingly frown at the thought of it as flash backs from the night I was taken by Ajax flashed through my memory.

My sister had just come of age and was supposed to mingle amongst the men at her party and hope to find a suitable male to be mated too. From what I've heard recently it doesn't seem as though that has happened. Also there was an attack at the party. I wonder if they ever figured out who it was...

Their conversation is interrupted by a butler who kindly asked us what we'd like to drink. Ajax and Samuel both asked for beer while I simply asked for a glass of water with a lemon.

To say dinner was awkward is the understatement of the year! Once we had received our drinks Brandon announced that the main course would be lobster. I was disappointed immediately since I'm not fond of any type of sea food really. I was questioned by Samuel and Ajax four times about why I wasn't eating and if they could have what was left over on my plate. With a roll of my eyes they were sneaking piece of lobster off of my plate and devouring it themselves.

Time seemed to pass slowly and the butler was kind enough to refill my water a few times. The intense gaze of Brandon made me extremely uncomfortable and claustrophobic. I unconsciously checked everyone's plate from time to time hoping they would finish soon.

I was pleased when Brandon raised a toast to us for being his guest and considering an alliance with his pack. Although he did seem a bit sketchy when a evil smirk arose on his lips. This pack and its leader gave me the creeps. I was only pleased with his gesture because that meant that dinner was over and we could all retire to our rooms.

I was practically the first one out of my chair and up the stairs, Ajax and Samuel were hot on my heals. It was like I had "I'm trying to escape" tattooed on my forehead or something. In someways I was trying to escape, I felt trapped underneath the gaze of that strange man. Somehow he seemed... familiar. His father does know mine, maybe I've seen him before.

"Dibs on taking a shower first!" I call behind me to Ajax once we reached the hall where our bedroom was. I picked up my pace at the sight of our door and rushed into the room. I was dying to get out of these shoes and out of this dress. I've literally been wearing it all day.

I didn't even bother to grab together a few clothing items to dress myself with. I headed straight to the bathroom and turned the shower on. I was pleased to find clean towels and silk robe hanging neatly on the back of the door.

I pulled my hair up into a high bun, not wanting to get it wet. I took my heals off and then my clothes and jewelry before hoping into the shower, allowing myself to feel the warmth of the water spraying all over my body. My muscles felt tense and tired. I didn't really understand why but they did.

I guess pretending to not hate Ajax in front of thirty or more people is pretty stressful, especially when the Alpha of the pack you're staying with won't stop staring at you. Creep.

I quickly washed my body and rinsed before getting out and drying myself completely. I pull the luxurious silk robe over my shoulders and secure the tie around my waist so I don't accidentally flash anyone. Just as I secured it Ajax decided to barge in.

"Don't you know how to knock?"

"Why were you in such a rush to get back here?" Ajax asked leaning against the door frame and crossing his arms across his chest making his biceps bulge. I roll my eyes and pick my dress up from the floor and begin to fold it neatly. I could've been nakey for all he knew. He needs to learn how to knock.

"These people are freaking weird and I don't appreciate certain people staring at me." I stated and pushed past him and into the bedroom. I start digging through my suit case for some pjs but none of these clothes were familiar to me.

"Well tomorrow after the meeting we are leaving."

He spoke sternly but reassuringly at the same time. He seemed just as bothered as I was. I raised an eyebrow at him. How was he so certain?

"Really?"

"Yes. I'm not agreeing to this alliance. As you pointed out this pack is somewhat strange and the conditions they expected our pack to uphold is even more strange." I continued to dig though the luggage to make sure that I hadn't just overlooked my normal pjs. I practically tore it apart but couldn't find a regular t-shirt. There were only sets of silky camis and shorts.

"Well that's great because I'd like to sleep in my hobo clothes and not this." I frown and hold up the almost lingerie looking pajama set.

Ajax covered up a chuckle with a fake cough, earning a glare from me. Did he purposely tell the maid to do this? I watch as he moves around me and began to search through his luggage. He pulled out a plain white t-shirt and tossed it over to me. "Here. I'm going to go take a shower."

I tried to contain my blush at the thought of wearing one of his shirts and being submerged in his scent, but of course I failed. I'm sure my cheeks were as bright and red as a fire truck. "Thank you." I mumble and look down as he heads over towards the bathroom.

As soon as he closes the door I remove the robe from my body and pull his shirt over my head. As expected the hem the shirt practically brushed the top of my knees, I felt like I was wearing a dress. I pulled on some panties a long with a pair of the silky shorts just in case the shirt rose past my bum in the middle of the night.

I began to prepare the bed for sleeping when I realized I would have to share it with him. I would be sleeping in the same bed as my kidnapper. Maybe I could sleep on the couch? No. Why should I suffer because he decided to mark me forcefully and not be able to trust me enough to leave me with his pack. Honestly, he was right for bringing me along. I definitely would've tried to escape.

The bed was a king size, meaning we could both fit comfortably. As long as he stayed on his side of the bed and I stayed on my mine. I faced the bed and tried to figure out which side of the bed I wanted.

I could hear the water being turned off and I knew he would be out here any minute and I would no longer have a choice. He'd chose which ever side he wanted.

I quickly climbed onto the bed just as the door knob began to move. I pulled the covers over me and closed my eyes and tried to relax. I had to make it seem as though I had been lying down for a few minutes now and was possibly falling asleep. Although I must admit this bed was very comfy and I was tired.

The room was silent as he dug through his luggage once more and fiddle with some of his things. My eyelids began to feel a bit heavy. The lights went off and I could feel the bed dip on the other side but I was slowly slipping into unconsciousness just as he said,

"Why the hell do you get that side?"

***

We had clearly forgotten to draw the curtains closed last night because the bright morning sun was beckoning me to wake up.

I let out a small groan and was going stretch out my limbs but my entire body froze. There was something holding onto my bare waist, and by something I mean someone. I look behind me to find Ajax peacefully sleeping with an arm wrapped around me. I was shocked to say the least.

How had he managed to get to my side of the bed? I never really assumed he'd be the type of person who would want to cuddle, but that's because he has strangled me more than once. I tried to slide out from underneath his arm but this only caused his grip to tighten and pull me flush against him.

And that's when I felt it. I was surprised as I let out a small pig like squeal and practically jump out of the bed. Technically I fell. I was now sprawled out across the floor and completely embarrassed.

"What are you doing?" Ajax leaned up on his arm and looked down at me. His voice was deep and raspy with sleep, his eyes barely open. I close my legs and sit up properly in attempt to stop the heat that was spreading all over my body. He looked gorgeous, even fresh out of a deep sleep.

"Um," I say stupidly as I take a quick glance at his beautifully naked chest. "I thought I saw a bug on the widow. A big bug. But it turns out it wasn't inside, it was outside." God, I'm so dumb. I might as well be Karen Smith and try to predict the weather with my boobs.

I had really jumped out of bed because the minute he pulled me closer I could feel his morning wood pressing up against my bum.

"Right..." He raised a brow at me before rolling over and heading towards the bathroom. I let out a relieved sigh before standing up and getting back on the bed. He obviously didn't believe me, but I was just glad that he was out of the room.

I could hear the shower being turned on as I begin to make the bed. I don't really remember how it was before but I'm sure it didn't matter. They'll probably send in some maids to clean the room once we were gone. I couldn't wait to leave and just sleep in my own room, you know, by myself.

I could feel my cheeks heating up as I became embarrassed all over again at the thought of his member pressed against my butt. I had to stop thinking about him in such a way. He is a monster, just last night before dinner he completely man handled me.

I tried to shake off any sexual attraction I was feeling for him and failed, because in that exact moment he thought it'd be a good idea to walk out of the bathroom wearing nothing but a towel.

"Oh my," I mumble before covering my eyes with my hands. "Do you seriously have to be half naked?"

"You know one day we're both going to have to be naked together." He spoke as if he was speaking to a child, in a slow careful manner. What? What is he talking about?

"Why?" I asked just as the realization hit me. No, no, no, no. No. Nope. That is not happening. I will not allow it.

"You do know what sex is right?" He chuckled. I could hear him sifting through his clothes and I hoped that he was partially dressed already.

"I am not having sex with you." I state firmly. I don't care how much my body disagrees, there was no way in hell I was going to have sex with him.

"Have you ever even had sex bef—" There was a knock at the door causing me to drop my hands from my face unconsciously. Thankfully Ajax was wearing pants now. He had just began to button up his white dress shirt as he instructed the person to come in. It was Samuel.

"I heard the word sex and came running." He said jokingly as he bursted into a fit of laughter. I roll my eyes playfully and move over to the couch and turn the tv on.

"Yes, well it appears that miss Octavia has never had a sexual encounter before." Ajax said mockingly as he pulled his suit jacket over his broad shoulders.

"Shut up." I growl and shoot a glare at him. If looks could kill he'd be six feet under the ground by now.

"I'm sure Ajax will help you in that department soon enough." Samuel giggled like a little girl. He was wearing a suit as well since he was attending this meeting with Ajax. I hoped it would be fast and this pack would simply accept Ajax's rejection and let us go.

"He will not."

"Mhhm sure, he won't." Samuel drawled. I immediately signed on to Netflix and was ready to watch Reign as soon as the baboons left the room.

"I'm ignoring you." I stated to Samuel. There was a light knock at the door before the she-wolf who had escorted us down to the dining room last night entered with a tray of assorted fruits.

"Thank you." I say before grabbing a few grapes and popping them into my mouth. Why must fruits be so delicious? The girl left the room with a nod and a respectful bow. She had actually bowed complete. In that moment I felt a bit sorry for her. There was no reason for her to bow. I'm not even apart of this pack, a simple nod of the head would suffice. I officially hate this pack. I mean in my pack it's normal for people to bow their heads because I'm their Luna. But here I'm no ones Luna.

Once Ajax was finally ready to go, him and Samuel left but of course not without trying to tell me what to do. "Only answer the door to a she-wolf. Don't leave the room. We shouldn't be gone long so just stay here and only leave with me or Samuel, no one else. There will be two guards posted outside of your door, so no funny business."

"What are you my father?" I scoffed and rolled my eyes.

"If you're going to act like a bratty teenager, then yes." He said before exiting and closing the door.

"Whatever." I mumbled underneath my breath.

I turned my attention back to the tv and hit play on my current favorite show Reign. I adored shows like this. This was probably going to sound weird, but I secretly wished that I could dress in such old extravagant dress like that.

About two and half hours had passed and Ajax has yet to return to the room. I had eaten every single piece of fruit on the plate that was laid out in front of me and was still hungry. I got up from the couch and stretched before heading over to the bathroom.

I fixed my bun before brushing my teeth and washing my face. I kept on Ajax's shirt knowing that the ride back home would be a long one and I wanted to be comfortable. I called it home but I didn't really know if that what it was. Home is where your friends and family are. I only had three close friends back "home".

I headed back into the room, with the intent to organize our luggage so they'd be ready to just grab and go. But instead I was shocked to find Alpha Brandon sitting on the couch.

He stood upon my arrival into the room. A large smile was plastered on to his face and his hands hidden behind his back. "Octavia, my dear, how are you?"

"Um," I looked around the room quickly a bit confused as to why he was here. "I'm great. Thank you, and you?" I say trying my best to seem polite. How did even get in here? I thought there was a guard posted outside of my door.

Also where the actual fuck is Ajax?

"I'm wonderful now that I'm speaking with you." He seemed a bit sheepish as he pushed his fingers through his golden locks. I gave him an award winning smile, not really knowing what to say to that.

"You know, Ajax doesn't truly deserve someone has beautiful as you." I watched him skeptically has he took a few steps towards me. What the hell is going on? I was feeling more and more uncomfortable by the second. All I knew is that I didn't want to do anything that might upset him. He seemed unstable.

"Oh, I didn't know." I say stupidly.

He advances towards me once more, until he's right in front of me. I step back just as he reached out to caress my face. His exterior mood changed immediately and he seemed angry. He latched onto my wrist and pulled my towards him roughly. "Why does he get to have you? You should be mine." He growled out lowly.

"Let go of me." I tried to pull away from him but he didn't put up much of a fight causing me to stumble backwards and fall on my ass. Bastard.

"I'm going to make you mine." He smirked evilly. "It should've been this way all along." What? All along? What does that even mean?

I scrambled backwards as he tried to climb onto me. No. This was not going to happen. Not again. I tried to escape by crawling underneath the bed, but he grasped onto my ankle pulling me back. I screamed as loud as I could while clawing at the ground, trying to get a grip.

I managed to kick him in the chin and crawl back underneath the bed and stand up on the other side. I made a run for the door, but a yank on my bun pulled me back.

"You stupid ungrateful slut." He spat out as he pushed me back towards the bed. I could feel the panic begin to settle in has he walked over to me the same way a lion would as it snuck up on the poor baby gazelle. I was tired of being a gazelle. I'm a wolf and I'm tired of bigger men overpowering me.

He lunged for me but I quickly ducked, landing on the floor once more. I tripped as I tried to stand and run for the door once more before I was tackled to the ground. I let out a blood curdling scream as I hit my head on the hardwood floors. He flipped me over and pinned my hands to the ground.

I couldn't help the tears that spilled over as he grabbed a hold of my face and shoved something into my mouth. I began to choke on it before it managed to make its way down my throat. A pill. I tried to fight back as his lips began their assault on my neck. "Your stupid mate was foolish to reject my alliance." I kicked and squirmed underneath him trying my best to get him off of me. "He's also a fool for not completely mating with you, your scents aren't fully intertwined." He dug his nose into the crook of my neck, taking a big whiff.

"Please don't do this." I cried out. I lifted my knee up roughly and managed hit him in the back causing him to loose his balance allowing me too break free of his hold and punch  him straight in the face. And

yet he seemed completely unbothered by attempts.

I could feel body begin to grow weak and my eyes become heavy. He simply chuckled has he began to unbuckle his belt and unbutton his pants. His hands reached for my shirt and I mustered up any strength in me to let out one last scream and kick. The drug was taking a hold of my mind and body and I could barely see through the tears pooling in my eyes.

In this moment I wanted nothing more than to be in some stupid argument with Ajax. I'd rather have his cold hard glare and threats than be in this position. Completely helpless. I could see Brandon's lips moving  and forming words but nothing was registering in my brain. I could feel his hands at my waist as the room began to spin.

"Ajax!" I cried out attempting to push this disgusting man away from me. I wouldn't go down without a fight, no matter what state of mind I was in.

My vision began to blur further and my head seemed extremely heavy. There was a large banging and cracking noise before a horrific growl practically shook the room. I couldn't fight the drug much longer and body gave out, slipping away into the abyss of darkness.

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