The Alpha Chose Me novel Chapter 72

"Why are you guys even here?".

"Jake gives us orders and we follow them". She shrugged.

"Even at this time?". I asked.

"We finally know who's been in our territory. We have to make sure our people are safe. You are our people Leah whether you like it or not".

Now she was just making me feel guilty.

"I don't want to be in that big house on my own".

"You won't be on your own. The pack is settled in Jake's and I'll be there. My moms there also and she's already started cooking". She grinned.

"Fine". I sighed. There was no point in being a brat about it. I didn't need for anyone else getting in trouble because I wouldn't listen.

It wasn't until we crossed the street that I realised I still had my slippers on. "I'm sorry for snapping at you earlier. I didn't mean it". She laced her arm through mine. "He might not be a threat but I couldn't take that chance and do nothing. I had to alert my Alpha".

"It's okay". As we reached Jake's I wasn't expecting it to be so quiet. Then again it was almost 3am. "Where is every sleeping?". I asked.

"There's plenty of room for everyone. Most of the men are out patrolling just in case".

"I still don't think we have anything to worry about". I said.

"Maybe not but until Jake and my dad are home we get some rest and wait".

"Where do I sleep?". Alanna closed the door behind us as I walked into the living room.

"The one room that is off limits to everyone else but you". She smirked.

"Gotcha"..

Charlotte was in the kitchen with Jacks mom. A few members were scattered around. "Girls come and eat". Charlotte yelled.

"I'm just going to head upstairs. I'll see you in the morning". I wasn't tired just yet but I could feel my eyes getting heavy.

I knew before I opened his door someone was inside. I didn't need to think twice about who it was when I heard the high pitched squeal. Pushing the door open my eyes fell into slits.

She was in his bed Holly beside her.

"You shouldn't be in here". I snapped my teeth clenched.

"He's not here". She smirked.

I could feel the anger rise within. I had just about enough of Jessica. This was ending and it was ending now. "Get the fuck out of here". Balling my hand into a fist I stared her down. I wasn't playing games with her anymore. Jake was mine, he was always going to be mine.

"Or what?".

By this point Holly was off the bed putting her shoes on. "Come on Jessica. We really shouldn't be in here".

"No you shouldn't". I hissed. "Now get out before I throw you out".

"Is that a threat". She bounce up from the bed. "I don't take lightly to threats". She hissed.

"Jessica". Holly warned.

"Shut up Holly". Glaring she took a step towards me but I didn't move. I stood my ground.

"What's your problem?". I asked.

"I don't like you"...

"Yes but for what reason. I didn't choose to become Jake's mate, I didn't choose for this to happen. You can't handle that he picked me and not you". This had gone on for long enough. If I was going to do this then they needed to learn to respect me.

Whether they liked it or not. I wasn't going anywhere.

"I suggest you leave before you say anything else".

"Oh someone's gotten brave". She took another step towards me and still I stayed put.

She wasn't getting to intimidate me. I may be human but I was an Alpha's mate and I knew she wouldn't dare do anything that could jeopardise her place here.

"We could have been friends Jessica but your jealousy ruined any chance of that happening. I'm not going anywhere and if you don't like it then you can leave".

"This is my pack". She yelled.

"Yes but it is also mine. Just like Jake, he is mine. He needs me, his wolf needs me not you. I'm giving you the chance to walk away. If you want to keep up this little feud then go ahead but you're not doing it here. Now leave". I could feel the power radiating from my voice. It was the first time I saw fear in her eyes.

I caused that fear.

Holly was still here, her head bowed.

"I mean it Jessica, I'm not playing your little game anymore. If you want to be a part of this pack then you'll learn to respect me".

"I-..you can't do this". She screamed.

"Jessica". Holly whispered. "Let's just-...".

"But I can". I growled surprising even myself. "I'm done now leave". She gave up, he head bowed showing submission.

I couldn't lie, that felt good.

.....

I couldn't sleep yet again. The movement in the house, the voices, I just couldn't settle. He would be back soon. My body wanted sleep, my eyes sore. Today wasn't going to be a good day for me.

I was aware the rest of the house heard what happened with Jessica. Alanna texted shortly after it happened. I didn't feel bad because she had it coming and it was about time I stood my ground and stuck up for myself.

The girls in this pack needed to realise I wasn't going anywhere. Respect was given when it was earned. It worked both ways and I had been nothing but respectful even when they didn't deserve it.

I wasn't going to be treated like an outside anymore. This was going to be my home and they were going to become my family. Hearing the knock at the door Charlotte popped her head in.

I loved how comforting she was and how comfortable I felt around her.

"Brought you some coffee sweetie. I'm guessing you didn't get much sleep". She walked further into the room as I sat up.

If I didn't reply he would think I was still sleeping. Pushing the covers off I stretched out my arms a yawn escaping my mouth.

I was dead beat and just realised I still had to go shopping with my gran later today. We hadn't really spent that much time together recently so I wasn't cancelling it.

After washing my face and doing my business I slipped my feet into my slippers. I loved how it smelled of him everywhere in here. Heading downstairs I smiled at Charlotte, she was at the stove doing what she always did.

Cook!

"Do you want a fresh cup honey?".

"Yes please". His house was cozy, it was getting to the time of the year where you could see the frost on the trees. "I love his house, the view is amazing”.

"It'll be your house soon too". She placed the cup in front of me. "Have you heard from him?”.

“He texted me, said I better be here”.

“Oh too be young again”. She smirked. “You remind me of myself in my younger days. I wasn’t keen on Jacob at the start either”.

“You weren’t?”.

“Oh that man”. She laughed. “Tried everything in his power to get me to submit. Let’s just say I wear the trousers in our marriage”. She winked causing me to laugh.

Now I know where Jake gets it from.

“But it’s worth it sweetheart. Trust me when I say pissing him off isn’t always a bad thing”.

I could feel the heat spread across my cheeks. I knew exactly what she meant. Angry Jake was hot.

“I think I love him already”. No one makes me feel the way he does.

“Took me two weeks and no matter how many times I tried to convince myself I wasn’t it didn’t stop my feelings growing. We mated and 2 months later I found out I was pregnant with Jake”. She smiled.

“2 months?”. My mouth went dry. I didn’t want to get pregnant straight away. I still had to finish high school, still had to figure out what I wanted to do with my life.

I didn’t want to be a stay at home mom. It wasn’t a bad thing but I wanted more.

“Hook, line and sinker”. She laughed. “But I wouldn’t change it for the world. I love my husband and my children”.

It sounded like she had the perfect love story and I didn’t doubt the love she had for her family.

“I’m not ready for a baby”. I whispered.

“I didn’t think I was either”.

“I want to finish school”. I don’t think she was getting what I meant.

“I didn’t finish school but I have a masters degree in social science and fine arts. You don’t need to finish school to get a degree honey”.

Wow!

“Now eat I can hear your stomach from here”. She placed a breakfast sandwich in front of me.