Chapter 25 Xander POV When we wake up the next morning , neither Xavier nor 1 , am surprised when we hear the sound of Johnathon Ramonas voice coming from my fathers study as we head downstairs . I shoot Xavier a look and we both stop in the doorway as we hear the outrage in his voice while he shouts We had an agreement at my mother and father , who have their heads bowed low . I do not like to see them looking so cowed when they are meant to be the leaders of our pack , not the Beta . Beta Johnathon , watch your tone Xavier growls , stepping into the study , with me close behind him , glaring daggers at the My mother looks dejectedly at us . I was just informing Beta Johnathon as to the decision you have both formally made , regarding the announcement you made in front of witnesses last night , she said quietly , but seeing as you have come down , perhaps you would like to join the discussion she asked Certainly , I said , glancing at the irate man while Xavier smirked , I understand your anger Beta Johnathon , but we will only make our fated mate our Luna . That mate happens to be Regaryour other daughter . I made it sound simple . My tone brooked no arguments . Beta Johnathon sneered at us , not pleased by the suggestion of Regan being our mate at all . I dont care . Your original agreement was to take Isabelle as your chosen mate , and I expect you to abide by it . Regan is not suitable to be Luna . She does not possess the kind of qualities or etiquette that is required for the role of Luna . She will simply prove to be a disappointment he snapped . I growled . My wolf and I didnt like the way that he was maligning our mate . Regan is perfectly suitable I growled and whatever she doesnt know , our mother can teach her . I am surprised to hear such disparaging words coming from her own father I exploded , causing the Beta to look surprised and taken slightly aback , as well as my mother and Father . Xavier nodded in agreement . Precisely . Shouldnt you be happy for Regans sake ? She too , is your daughter , dont you have ) some feelings for her ? Isabelle will be disappointed yes , but its not as if the pack is forsaking her . She will still be free to find her fated mate he pointed out , looking down at his fingernails , nonchalantly . Regan is nothing but a murderer Beta Johnathon yelled , kicking over a chair and causing everybody to gape at him in shock at his actions . She doesnt deserve to be in this position . She deserves to be at the bottom of the pack . I insist the two of you do whats right and reject the little bitch he snarled , his chest heaving , his face red with anger . We are the Alphas or soon to be Alphas , I said quietly, looking the man in the eyes , and you , are Beta for now , but that position will soon change when we gain our titles as we will fill the position with somebody else , that is more I paused and looked at Xavier meaningfully, capable of the position as well as able to declare their unfaltering loyalty to us . He turned even redder . You dare to insult me he thundered , losing his composure as we stared at him . Calm down Johnathon . You knew that you would be replaced once they became Alphas . You will still have a nice position and salary as a training officer my father said reasonably and the boys deserve to have somebody they can rely on as their Beta . As for the contract , it is null and void he told the other man heavily we cannot force the twins to take a mate they do not want against their will , and they are prepared to fight for their titles . I will not have if he told Johnathon as my mother nodded tiredly . I will fight them Beta Johnathon growled , causing my eyes to widen as he stared directly at Xavier , his lip curling back I will fight them for the right to have Isabelle as chosen mate . If in he gestured towards the both of us then Isabelle . becomes Luna and Regan gets rejected . Everybody glanced at each other . My mother and father look uneasy , surprised by Beta Johnathons request . Johnathon , I dont think that .. my mother began to protest , looking concerned . 1/3 12:20 Fri , Jan 10 G. Chapter 25 Cowards he sneered the lot of you . I knew you wouldnt be able to … Who do you want to fight Xavier interrupted smoothly , glancing at me . It doesnt seem fair to make you fight both of us. Pick your challenger and we will do it your way , seeing as youre determined Beta Johnathon he drawled as I stared at him , unable to believe my ears . Was he insane ? Son , my father said warningly , but Xavier shook his head . No , if this is what he wants , then , so be it . It will stop the pack from gossiping as well . If he wants to fight , then we will give it to him . So , choose he prompted the man , who was eyeing him carefully Who will you fight ? Me or Xander ? But he also added , causing the man to look at him sharply if you lose , not daly will Isabelle no longer be our chosen mate , but she will also no longer be allowed near the pack house , and neither will you . You will be prevented from entering . I dont trust you not to try anything with Regan once we manage to establish her here . Arrogant bastard Beta Johnathon spat . Youre so certain youre going to win , but I have years of experience on you boys he snarled . My mother shifted uncomfortably in her seat . She glanced toward my father , but he just nodded subtly at her , indicating she should keep quiet on the matter . He just wanted to by this whole situation to rest , and this was the best way to do it . If he lost . Beta Johnathon couldnt continue to argue against it . It would be entirely his own fault , and the consequences would be a result of it Fine Beta Johnathon straightened up , looking proudly at the both of us while I stole a look at Xavier who looked remarkably calm I guess that I will choose to fight Xavier then , seeing as hes looking so damn cocky he snapped . Just great . Xavier was the better fighter out of both of us so I was surprised that Beta Johnathon had chosen him over me , but then , maybe he was arrogant enough to believe that he would beat my brother . I knew he didnt have a hope in hell . He had years of experience , but Xavier had something else on his side . He had determination and the desire to win for his mate . Nothing was going to trump that . Well then , we will organize the fight for later today , Well get it over and done with this afternoon . You both know the rules . It is not a duel for the death . This is simply a friendly duel between friends my father said gravely , glancing between everyone I will announce it to the pack , and everybody will attend to bear witness . Beta Johnathon he addressed his long- time friend , looking upset you understand that if you lose , you and Isabelle will no longer be welcome at this pack house ? Yes , Alpha Jackson , I do he answered , glaring at me and Xavier , Xavier , Xander , you understand that should Xavier lose , you will be required to take Isabelle as your chosen mate and reject Regan Lourdes as your fated one ? he asked , sighing and looking resigned . We do Father we answered in unison , clenching our jaws and staring directly at Beta Johnathon as though daring him to say another word . Very well , be at the training grounds at 2 pm . My father said , dismissing all of us Johnathon , he said , glancing at the Beta Where is Regan ? he asked as we listened intently , curious ourselves . She is resting sir . Learning that she is mates with the twins was little too much for her and knowing that they refused Isabelle as their chosen mate made her too emotional . She is heartbroken to think she might be the cause of all this conflict . I have told her to remain in her room until this is all over and done with . I think that is wise my father agreed , casting us a look Leave your fated mate alone until the result of this fight is determined . Regan has enough troubles on her mind . Please , let Isabelle know about the situation and our regrets . Beta Johnathon nodded , and then shoved past us roughly , storming out . Just great boys , a relationship with an old friend is now about to be ruined my father groaned , as we began to head out Was all of this worth it ? he muttered . 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