Chapter 12 : Run Along to Your Mate ( Scarletts POV ) My phone buzzed yet again , rattling noisily on the wooden nightstand beside me . The screen Mashed Jasons name , but I didnt bother to pick it up . He wasnt worth the energy . Hed already been calling for hours , trying to worm his way past all the barriers Id put between myself and Alexanders lot The calls started simple : once every hour or so , his tone progressively more urgent with each voicemail . Then Jason began cycling through different numbers , desperate and sloppy in his attempts to reach me . I leaned over , swiped the phone up , and stared at the screen as it buzzed incessantly Cora growled low in my head , her irritation mirroring my own . Theyre like fleas , she muttered darkly . Annoying . Persistent . And completely useless . back onto the I smirked at the analogy but didnt dignify the call with an answer . Without hesitation , I powered the phone off and tossed it back o nightstand . The room flooded with blessed silence . They can waste their time all they want , I muttered aloud , swinging my logs into bed and settling into the soft warmth of my blankets . Tm done playing their games . But peace was short lived . I hadnt even closed my eyes for long when my instincts prickled , skin tightening with the unmistakable sensation of intruding energy . The air itself shifted slightly , carrying with it scents I recognized all too well . Alexander . Jason I sat up slowly , discarding any remaining drowsiness . My senses sharpened , confirming what I already suspected . They were outside , their presence radiating smug arrogance even from here . Cora stirred , a growl rippling beneath my thoughts . What is their problem now ? she snarled , That question hung unanswered as the first knock came , hard and demanding , against my door . I knew better than to answer . They wouldnt stop there The next sound was an all too familiar one . Alexanders alpha power pressed viciously against the barrier id set around my property . His attempts to force my boundaries were unmistakable . Heavy Overbearing . But his efforts were useless . I felt Coras energy within me flicker to life , melding with my own . The alpha command rolled off me like a faint breeze , unable to penetrate the defenses wed built . I rose calmly , my head shaking as disdain simmered under my skin . Foolish , I muttered . Picking up my silver combat staff from its stand near the door , I twirled it once in my grip . The weapon hummed with faint energy , its silver edge gleaming under the dim light . A gift from my true family the Thorn Pack . I opened the front door slowly , stepping out onto the porch to greet my uninvited guests with icy resolve . Jason stood a little ways back , the calculating Beta already flinching at the sight of the staff in my hand . Recognition flashed across his face immediately , followed quickly by unease . He didnt dare take another step forward . But Alexander Arrogant Alexander stood firm , his massive frame iluminated by the moonlight . His blazing amber eyes locked onto me with barely concealed fury . He appeared every inch the imposing Alpha heir everyone saw him es , I wasnt impressed . Scarlett , he growled , his voice low and commanding , though he didnt move . I responded silently by raising the silver combat staff , leveling its gleaming edge directly at his throat . My emerald eyes bored into his as the challenge spoke for itself . Thats close enough , I said finally , my voice steady but sharp as a blade . Jason shuffled nervously behind Alexander , his eyes darting back and forth between us . I could feel the wheels turning in his head , calculating how this would end . Poor , loyal Jason . It must take all his strength to follow a fool so blindly . Chapter 12 Run Along to Your Mate ravenous Alexander tuted his head , his lips curling into a tight snarl as his wolf power writhed visibly beneath his skin . Mason , his wolf , was agitated rav for submission . But no such thing would come Still want to come in Alexander ? I mocked , spinning the staff with ease between my fingers . My movements were deliberate , calculated to provoke . For someone whos supposed to be my future mate , he said coldly , stepping forward , youre remarkably difficult to deal with As he reached for the staff , I pivoted sharply edging the silver just out of his grasp . Thats close enough , I said . He growled low , Mason practically roaring inside him now . The sound reverberated through the air like distant thunder , but I felt nothing no fear , no submission , not even the faint ripple of intimidation . What do you want , Alexander ? I asked coolly , circling him slightly with the staff still raised , its late . You cant possibly have anything important to He stopped short , his jaw ticking in frustration . Tm hungry For a long moment , I simply stared at him . My lips twitched , threatening a laugh I barely managed to suppress . Of all things , that was his excuse for showing up on my territory ? Hunger ? Tm sure Grace has plenty of food for you , I said dryly , the venom in my tone unmistakable . I imagine she caters to your every whim . Scarlett , he snapped , his voice ripping through the night air like a whip . Thats enough I raised an eyebrow , unimpressed by his tone , is it ? My eyes glinted with amusement as I tilled my head . Imagine what your pack would think if they saw you like this Alpha Alexander Amber , heir to the great Northern Pack , begging for scraps at his unwanted fiancées doorstep ! His power flared violently for a moment , the air thickening . Jason took a deliberate step back , clearly smart enough to know this wasnt going to end well regardless of the outcome . Youre being willful , Alexander growled , stalking closer again despite the staff . We both know the engagement will go forward . Its necessary for our packs . Quit dragging this out . I couldnt hold back any longer . I laughed outright , the sound sharp and cold , ringing out through the night . Dragging this out ? I echoed mockingly Shall I remind you whos been dragging things out , Alexander ? Youve got a pregnant mistress waiting in the sanatorium , remember ? That hit its mark . Mason surged harder beneath Alexanders skin , his frustration nearly palpable . His amber eyes darkened further , and for a moment , I thought he might snap entirely . But he didnt . He straightened himself , his power simmering just beneath the surface now . The ceremony will happen he announced , his alpha authority laden with finality . Too bad for him that his declarations meant nothing to me . I c **** d my head , staring at him as though he were a particularly stubborn child . Still cant decide , can you ? Tom between your promises and your true mate ? A flicker of guilt crossed his features , though he masked it quickly . But before he could issue another command or justify himself further , the bond between him and Grace pulled taut . I felt it , that sickening tether snapping taut as her fabricated pain reached him . It was like a lifeline she yanked whenever she needed his attention . Alexander stiffened immediately , his head snapping slightly to the side as the bond whispered her plea Jason hesitated near nearby , clearly debating whether to speak . Meanwhile , I just watched the scene unfold with sharp amusement The mighty Alpha to be , reduced to this . He couldnt even manage the chaos between his obligations and his so called destined mate Grace had him wrapped around her little finger , no matter how high Alexander tried to hold his head . He pulled his phone out hastily and stepped to the side , moving just beyond reach as he answered her call . I couldnt hear the exchange , but it was evident in his every movement . His face twisted with frustration and obligation , every word weighing heavier on his shoulders . Cora hummed in satisfaction Pathetic , she muttered darkly I leaned casually against the porch railing , twirling the combat staff lazily between my fingers as I waited for him to finish . Jasons eyes darted nervously between us , his discomfort written all over his face .. 2/3 Chapter 12 Rim Along to Your Mate obvious . Whatever Grace wanted from him had only added to his When Alexander finally turned back to face me , the tension in his features was obvio burdens . She needs me , he said stiffly , though the weariness in his tone was unmistakable . Of course , she does , I replied smoothly . My voice carried unwavering calm , but the words stung with mockery . She always needs you , doesnt she ? Right on cue . Jason winced at the jab but wisely remained silent . This isnt over , Scarlett , Alexander growled . 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