Her Forbidden Alpha novel Chapter 58

　　Shopping was draining, Angela was trying on countless dresses even when she wasn’t even keen on them. Monica and Scarlett even left her for a bit, Scarlett had seen Monica’s eyes on the baby section and had taken the chance to escape Angela’s painful criticism of every dress she donned.

　　“Shall we go take a look?” She asked Monica quietly.

　　“Umm no! No, I was just uh…” She tucked a braid behind her ear and looked at Scarlett who gave a small smile.

　　“Come on let’s go take a look.” She said leading the way. Monica followed with a smile on her face as they both began browsing the new-born section, Scarlett smiled seeing her look at the clothes, she herself looking at the racks of clothes in front of her. She had to admit, they were kind of cute. She wondered what kind of parents she and Elijah would make, just the thought of it made her smile. Would the baby have highlighted brown hair like Elijah or strawberry blonde like hers or a mix?

　　“Thinking about something?” Monica asked smiling, Scarlett quickly shook her head.

　　“No.” She said, her eyes falling a cute pale-yellow romper with black stripes that had the words ‘Daddy’s Favourite Baybee’ on the front. She smiled and picked it up. “I’m buying this.”

　　“Who for?” Monica asked confused, Scarlett raised an eyebrow.

　　“Only one of us is pregnant hun.” She said as if this was obvious. Monica fell silent as Scarlett picked up a matching hat and walked off to the counter. They had never been close; Scarlett had always been a feisty girl who hated Elijah with vengeance. Being Aarons mate didn’t help their relationship and Scarlett had ended up being a mystery with each passing year, but now seeing this side of her made Monica smile. She didn’t need to buy anything for their baby but here she was.

　　“Here, maybe give Aaron that instead of a card? Hopefully he’ll get the hint. I know men are dumb but this should get through to him.” She said holding the bag out to Monica, whose chocolate eyes were full of emotion.

　　“I don’t know what to say.” She said, Scarlett looked at the bag.

　　“If you don’t like it you can return or exchange it, I paid by cash anyway.” Scarlett said with a small smile. “And I don’t get offended so go ahead, I’ll meet you in the ladies section.”

　　Monica took the bag, looking at Scarlett who was already walking away.

　　“You’re going to make a fine Luna.” She said softly. Her voice was soft but it stopped Scarlett in her tracks, her heart racing. She had never thought of herself as Luna material, in fact, she didn’t think she was motherly... how a Luna was meant to be… It was something that often came up when she let her mind wander, wondering if she would do justice to Elijah as his Luna, but Monica’s words made her feel a glimmer of hope.

　　“Thanks.” Scarlett said softly, looking over her shoulder at the woman who hurried over to her. Both made their way back to Angela, a silent new understanding between them.

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　　It was past 6 pm when the girls had finally finished shopping, Scarlett had found a dress that had instantly caught her attention and she knew it was the one. She instantly tried it on and it looked breath-taking however there were some adjustments needed so she had left it at the store. It would be ready to collect in 5 working days.

　　Now the girls were driving back towards home, where they would stop on the way to meet up with the boys for dinner. Monica was nervously playing with the handle of the bag with the baby outfit in it.

　　“Goddess I'm nervous.” She said making Angela giggle.

　　“I’m sure he’ll be ecstatic to be a father.” Scarlett said, when a thought occurred to her. Usually you couldn’t get pregnant until you were marked… If Elijah wasn’t able to mark her, would that mean there was a chance they’d never have kids? The sudden thought made her stomach plummet and her already light skin pale considerably. She looked out the window, her heart racing at the thought. He was an Alpha who would need an heir.

　　“Scarlett? Scarlett!”

　　Scarlett jerked her head up looking at Angela who was leaning over giving her a strange look. “Earth to you girl? Where did you vanish off to?”

　　“I was just thinking.” Scarlett said realising they had pulled up in the restaurant parking lot. She got out quickly, that sinking feeling in her stomach weighing on her deeply. She didn’t want to start doubting what they had again but something always came up to bring her down. She took her phone out and smiled realising Elijah had texted her, although Aaron had mind-linked Monica not long ago that they were waiting for them.

　　“I can’t wait for your pack link to be restored.” Angela grumbled. “When are you planning on that by the way?”

　　“Let’s just go and meet up with the boys!” Scarlett said avoiding the topic. Her mood lifting a little thinking Elijah was close. Monica now looked a bit tense.

　　“What’s up?” Angela asked her as they entered.

　　“Um… The boys had a bit of a tussle earlier…” She whispered. Aaron had just filled her in but she didn’t manage to say more to the girls as they spotted the boys the moment they stepped inside.

　　It wasn’t hard to miss the three hunks. They stood out in the restaurant full of humans. Their big builds, handsome, muscular and oozing perfection. Much to Scarlett’s dismay, she could see several women eyeing them and some clearly looking at her man.

　　“Now I’m imagining them three together in a reverse harem setting…” Angela said dreamily, making Scarlett and Monica frown at her.

　　“Go for Liam, he’s single!” Scarlett hissed hoping the boys didn’t hear her, although from the cocky smirk on Aaron’s face it was clear they had. Elijah’s eyes were stuck on her, she could see the way he checked her over like it was the first time he was laying eyes on her.

　　“I don’t really like to share.” He said the moment they reached the table, taking Scarlett’s hand and pulled her into his lap making her eyes fly open. He grabbed her by the back of her neck and kissed her full on in front of everyone.

　　Her heart hammered for a moment, wondering what the other two men would think but she soon melted into the softness of his lips. A soft sigh escaping her lips as she locked her arms around his neck tightly and kissed him harder, letting her tongue sensually play with his. She missed him, spending so many hours without him made her realise just how much she had. His scent itself felt like home, they broke apart and she buried her head in his neck for a moment to get back her scent, not missing his shaft that was poking against her thigh. She slowly got off his lap, blushing lightly.

　　“So…” Aaron said as he too moved back from Monica. Liam had his gaze fixed on the table, it hurt seeing that. Even if he and Elijah were ok again, after the arguing, cursing and fighting… it still hurt seeing his hands all over her.

　　“So! Monica got you a gift!” Angela said now looking at Aaron.

　　“Can we order first I'm starved.” Monica said.

　　“Oh of course.” Angela said smirking as Aaron looked at his mate with curiosity.

　　“Had a good day?” Elijah asked Scarlett as he stroked her waist, sending pleasure-filled sparks through her.

　　“Yeah, you can say that.” Scarlett said her gaze flickering to his lips. “Kiss me.”

　　He didn’t need to be told twice, capturing her lips once again.

　　Ten minutes later they had placed their order and Monica took a deep breath as she passed the bag to Aaron.

　　“Here.” She said nervously. Aaron raised an eyebrow before he opened the bag, pulling out the romper and baby hat. It took him a second to realise what he was holding before his eyes snapped to Monica’s wide in shock.

　　“Babe you’re… Fuck yes!” He said pulling her into his arms as he rocked her happily. “Damn thank you, I can’t flipping wait!”

　　The rest smiled, watching them as Monica hugged him back.

　　“So, you’re happy?” She asked softly.

　　“Hell yeah!” He said kissing her. Elijah smirked.

　　“To the future beta, right?” He said raising his glass of coca-cola. The rest laughed, raising their glasses as Aaron kept showering his mate with kisses and whispering in her ear. Liam smiled, at least something had made him feel better.

　　The food came and he looked around, thinking both his friends had found someone… surely there was someone out there for him too. He smiled gently, thinking his chance with Scarlett was gone before it even came. Watching them, they acted like mates and he never thought he’d think this, but he hoped she wasn’t his mate because it was clear she was ready to reject her mate for Elijah.

　　The group laughed and joked as they ate, listening to Angela complain about Scarlett not being into shopping.

　　“Seriously, she doesn't understand shop before you buy!” She complained.

　　“You can do that with online shopping.” Scarlett said eating some of her steak, forcing her legs together as Elijah tried to pry them open whilst making her stomach knot with excitement and desire as she tried to focus on her friends words.

　　“No online shopping, you can’t just put it back.” Angela retorted.

　　“You can, free returns remember?” Scarlett said.

　　“But all that waste of plastic packaging! Just go in-store and that dress you ended up finding was-” Scarlett reached over and clamped her hand over her friends’ mouth.

　　“Let’s keep the dress a surprise?” She said, Elijah smirked.

　　“Well, I got to coordinate. What colour?” He asked curiously. Scarlett raised an eyebrow.

　　“Wear black you can’t go wrong.” She said cupping his face and kissing him softly. It felt good not having to hide in front of everyone. He smirked.

　　“Let’s just say the dress is gorgeous.” Monica said smiling gently.

　　“Mm, I'm sure it is.” Elijah said pulling her close and kissing her neck. “I can’t wait to see you in it.”

　　“Patience handsome.” She said smirking slightly just as Elijah’s phone beeped. He frowned, wondering who it was, they were close enough to the pack for anyone to mind link.

　　“Who is it?” Scarlett asked, he unlocked his phone, seeing a text from Scarlett’s old number.

　　‘Hello, I do apologise for the late text but the Alpha has been on a rampage. We were attacked by some rogues and the Alpha had me serving punishment for a few things but I wanted to let you know, half the pack will side with you if you are willing to end Zidane’s rule. I only asked those I could trust, there very well may be more – Candice.’

　　Both Scarlett and Elijah looked at each other, their hearts racing. This was a positive sign. It meant their numbers were growing. Scarlett took the phone from him, taking a deep breath ready to text a reply. Her hands shook slightly from the nerves.

　　‘Thank you Candice, we plan to make a move after the blood moon. I can’t give you a proper date because I don’t want Zidane alerted by chance. I promise as future Alpha of the Desert Storm Pack I will claim my place and end the suffering he has put everyone through. When the time comes just be prepared to stand down and side with me – Scarlett.’ She hit send and looked at Elijah, who was watching her with a proud look on his face.

　　“What?” She asked.

　　“Nothing. I’m just thinking I'm so fucking lucky to have an Alpha queen by my side.” He whispered sexily making her heart skip a beat, his lips once more claiming hers in a sizzling kiss…