I Claim Your Love

The Alpha had invited the entire village as it was a special occasion for the Knights. Not only was his only son turning sixteen but also he was now eligible to search for his mate. Unlike other wolves an Alpha wolf can recognize their mate at the age of sixteen and not the usual eighteen. Everyone seemed excited by the thought of having a new Luna in the pack.

Huge amount of wood and bales of straw were gathered in the centre of a large open ground. It was time for the festivities to begin. However Einar was still vexed at the disappearance of his soother. He looked around the cheerful faces of his fellow mates and other members of the pack among whom were some pretty girls who vied for his attention. They hoped for being the new Luna of the pack. But Einar did not care for any of them. His mind was clouded by thoughts of someone else. He was in such a sour mood that instead of being the merrymaker he could lash out his anger to anyone who approached him at that moment. Even Garrick was keeping his distances from a foul mood Einar.

He missed Callan.

He took it upon himself to know the whereabouts of the boy. He pushed his mind link to the head warrior hoping for some answers.

Hello Justus. Is everything alright with the security? Do you need my help?

Everything is perfect here Einar. You need not worry.

Have the guests arrived yet?

The chiefs of some villages have already arrived while the others are on their way. I have mind linked them all, they will be here soon.

Einar was finding it difficult to ask Justus about Callan. It was like asking a girl's father for his permission to court his daughter. This was weird for him. The awkwardness was there but the curiosity to see Callan was showing dominance now.

Could you please send Callan to the arsenal? I wanted to show the place to my friends. I want to make sure everything is organized.

Callan has not arrived yet. I will send Peter to do the job don't worry.

Einar did know that Callan was not present here but he wanted to assess the reason for it.

Actually I was insisting for Callan because he knows the place better; but if he does not want to do the job then its fine..

That's not the case Einar. Callan has been visiting his friends in the mountains and the human village. But he assured me that he would reach the Alpha house before the feast begins.

Einar knew exactly where the boy was and he hated it. It was his so called best friend who used to always stick with him. The boy spent almost all of his time with his friend when not in the alpha house. One could smell the were-bear all over Callan and that aggravated Einar. Just thinking about the boy with someone else was making his blood boil. His beast was restless and wanted out. Einar thought it would be best if he calms the beast and return for the celebrations later.

He was about to turn when he bumped into someone and clumsily fell on that person. Both of them were on the ground with their torsos kissing each other. Einar's mood saw a dramatic change; he was pleasantly content from within. He knew that only one person could bring these alterations in him.

It was Callan.

His hair was in disarray, his skin was pale and smooth while his eyes were staring at his culprit; at Einar. It was a perfect piquant situation for Einar. He could not help but stare at the alluring deep green eyes. He was perfect.

When Einar heard some commotion around he regained himself and quickly stood up. "Watch where your going Ashton. I hope your not blind." Einar spat with venom in his mouth and pain in his heart. On the other hand Callan could not believe that instead of apologizing the egoistic douche was blaming him.

into me while I was on my way

a few people had already gathered around the

you saying that it was my fault? That

wanted any disorder today; not on his birthday. He knew he was right but to avoid

I thought."

Tusker, Richard and Aldous. These boys belonged to respected families of the Alpha village. Like many in the pack, they detested Callan for being a non-shifter and unlike the other pack members they were vocal about it. They were of the opinion that Callan should be banished from the pack as he was not one of them. They degraded Callan on every chance they

to cause trouble. Do you Ashton?" The tall blonde boy with sharp features

a loner and therefore he wants all the attention

after putting our future Alpha in trouble. Remember the last time when Einar was confined in his room

against him. Einar did sense Callan's dejection but he felt powerless at the moment. If he stood by Callan, people would doubt his motives and on the other hand if he hurts any of these boys, the pack

aright Richard; the boy will not hurt me again. He knows

the offender go scot free. This guy has an enormous pride for supposedly being the 'best' in combats, that's the reason he considers everyone below him including our future Alpha. He thinks he can outsmart us. He needs to learn a lesson. He must apologize to Einar Traditionally." Marden spoke venomously ever

was silence everywhere. Callan was shocked at the statement. A traditional apology was outright humiliation. It was a stab to his honor. Even if he wanted to he knew he should not do this as his conscience would never forgive him. He was shattered from within. He looked around for support but it was futile. The onlookers agreed with Marden in unison as for them the Alpha was their leader, he should be regarded with utmost respect. As a future alpha Einar should've been

of proportion Marden. I have already apologized. What else can

should beg for forgiveness and endure it. Even Einar agrees with us." Aldous looked at Einar who was holding back his anger and frustration for what was going on. He wanted to save the boy badly but he was conscious enough and knew that every effort he makes towards the boy will garner suspicion from others. With a heavy

ashamed for every word he said. He was in pain. He knew it was his fault

with his hands at the back; he bowed his spine and rubbed his nose on each shoe of Einar. He moved in such a gesture as if his motion was cleansing the dirt from Einar's shoes. He gritted his teeth and forcefully kissed his feet with pursed lips. This was a low blow for any man, wolf or not. At this moment Callan was shattered a million times. He valued his honor too much but it had been trampled cruelly by these

which he dreaded at this moment "I apologize son of Alpha, I was not careful enough. I would make sure that I don't repeat this mistake again. I beg for

with their arms crossing their chest while Richard and Aldous were whispering to each other with

Callan." Einar almost choked while saying those words while his face was on the verge of

closed his fists and turned his body to make way through the crowd and be away someplace alone. He certainly

his arms and make him feel safe but he went against it. What shocked him to the core was the fact that his wolf loved the submission of

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of a few yards from her door when the droplets of water were on her face. It was a downpour. Something about these rains seemed odd to her. She quickly grabbed the locket from inside her little bag and found it glowing. She rushed her way to the

was sitting in a little shade in a far away place from the feast. The memories of earlier haunting his imagery. His shoulders were slump and his face was wet with not just the rains but all the crying

He was in grief.

of water forming a cocoon of blue color around him in a transparent oval manner. It was a sight to behold. She was near Callan and could see the dejected face

boy." Aurora entered the cocoon and sat

Callan swiftly turned and hugged Aurora in an embrace. He was crying profusely, laying his heart out. He

it's fine. I am

able to laugh and play like everyone else. If I had to choose I would have never opted for this life. Why do they all hate me? How am I at fault for being without a wolf? They should question Luna for this and not me. I was BORN this way. I only want acceptance from them Aurora. Is it too much to ask? The killing of my honor was the last

back. Callan's pain was making her heart swell. She knew answers to some of his questions and was speechless for others. It shocked her the most to know that Einar was the one who had caused so much suffering for the