The Alpha’s Mate And The Vampire King (The Alpha Series Book 3)

‘However, enough with Pandora’s Box. We want to invite Nina and May to join our coven as sisters. Joining us also means that it will be our responsibility to protect and keep each other safe in times of peril,’

‘But Nina and May are part of the Shadow Crest pack,’

‘Because they are half-witch, half-wolf, they can be part of both. This would also unify us as one prominent coven or, as you call it, pack.’

‘I appreciate it, Yiselda.’ At tomorrow’s meeting, May and I will discuss it. Let’s get to know each other a little better in the meanwhile and roast some marshmallows?’ Nina proposes.

We’re all holding our sticks, placed above the fire with marshmallows. Then Yiselda works her magic and puts on a performance for us to enjoy. We watch a little bird who is still unable to fly like her siblings. However, the little bird does not give up and continues to attempt to fly every day. She eventually learns to fly and flies past her siblings.

We applaud Yiselda for the charming story.

‘Thank you for your kindness, but we must depart. We’ll be back here at midnight tomorrow,’ Yiselda adds. She then draws a circle on the ground with a star within and sets five stones at each point of the star.

Fern, Ela, Ria, and Lilac vanish as they enter the circle. Yiselda sends out one more wave before stepping in and disappearing.

‘That was just as entertaining to see as the show she just created,’ According to Flint.

‘How do you feel about joining as one pack?’ I ask Nina.

‘It wouldn’t feel right to dismiss them. It must be disheartening to have been in hiding for so long. Magnus, I sympathise with them.’

‘It’s the same for me. Ultimately, as Alpha and Luna, the decision is ours, but I believe some assistance and advice from our parents wouldn’t hurt?’

‘I agree,’ she adds, gently kissing my cheek.

The next day we arranged a pack meeting.

Leon and Amelia are the first to arrive. Ever since Nina and I became the Luna and Alpha of the pack, all our parents relocated. They still live in Shadow Crest but are now all in their own homes closer to the woods. With our parents sitting at the table and Nina by my right side, and my Beta Zak by my left, I begin the meeting.

‘I appreciate everyone’s attendance at this meeting. You’re probably all wondering why you’re here. We received an unexpected proposal last night. I’m sure you all remember Yiselda?’

Everyone nods.

‘Yes, she helped rid you of your fever.’ Mother says.

‘She came to see us last night, bringing four other witches with her. They desire to unite with the werewolf society and join our pack now that word of Nina and May being half-witch has spread.’

Ryker and Leon exchange worried looks.

‘Did you say anything to them?’ My father inquires.

‘I told them I’d call a meeting and talk about it, and here we are,’

‘Personally, son, I don’t have a problem with it. We love them, Nina and May, regardless that they are hybrids. My only concern is how the other packs will take this information and how they will handle it. It won’t surprise me if most packs are against the idea,’

‘We haven’t considered the ramifications from other packs. Yiselda hopes if they can see us living in peace, they will perhaps adjust to the idea and realise witches aren’t as dangerous as they have always believed,’

‘I’m fine with it too, but I’m concerned that it might backfire and endanger Nina and May’s safety,’ Leon explains.

‘They may not like that Nina and May being half-witch, remain in our pack. But, it will be a safety issue for them anyway,’ I say.

‘You’re right, son. That is something we will have to be wary about,’

‘If they join us, Nina and May will also join their coven, which means the midnight coven will protect them. If the wolves come for Nina and May, we’ll need the witches’ help to protect them. We can fight most packs, but we wouldn’t stand a chance if they all fought simultaneously,’ I say.

Everyone agrees with a nod.

‘It has been determined that the Midnight Coven will join us.’ I announce.

Before departing, everyone rises and bows to Nina and me.