Chapter 9-1 I couldn't belleve I was in a park house again . I had told myself I shild stay away from the werewolf community . But something about Finlay had made me give in . Maybe 1 finally had met someone as stubborn as myself . I reminded myself this was just a way to make him leave me alone . I would stay for a few days , then turn his ffer down and continue living my own life . In the little town where no one knew who or what I was and that was how I wanted Right ? I got up and made my way into the bathroom . A hot shower would be nice after the long ride , and it couldn't hurt to look at least a little presentable when meeting the pack . Not that I wanted to impress anyone , it was just ingrained into me since childhood that when meeting a new pack , you showed the best version of yourself . It was about politeness . At least that is what I to myself as I was getting ready . I had enough time to shower and get dressed . Then I watched the amazing view of the creek with the wildflowers growing along it . I sat by the large windows for ten minutes before there was a knock on the door . I opened it and l Finlay in . " Ready to check out the pack land and say hi to some pack member " he asked . " Sure , that's why why I'm here , " 1 told him . " Do you mind if Martin and Sam join us ? They are curious about you and It's rare we get new wolves , " he said . " No , that's fine by me , " I told him and did my best to mask my nervis . It was uncomfortable to be around strange wolves , and I wondered how much Finlay had told them about me . Did they all know that I had no wolf ? I followed Finlay downstairs , where Martin waited with another man . This new wolf had hair almost as red as my own . He was pale with freckles and had a look more suited for a rascal than a Gamma . I was introduced to him and I had guessed correctly , he was the pack's Gamma . " Finlay , someone else with red hair ! " he happily exclaimed . " Medow , my mate will love you , " he added . I couldn't help but laugh and decided I liked Gamma Sam from the start . The three men took me on a short tour around the pack house . Making sure I know where the important things were . Then they took me outside and started introducing me to other wolves . All while joking and taking puns out of each other . I found myself relaxing in their company and it made me remember growing up and the friend group I had belonged to . Until one of them broke my heart . I unconsciously rubbed my chest , like I always did when thinking of James . The pain wasn't as sharp as it had been . But I would have hoped it would have gone away by now . Maybe the moon goddess would be kind enough to give me a second chance mate . But it didn't look like that was in my cards . " Are you okay ? " Finlay asked . He looked worried . " I'm fine , " I told him and let my smile slip into place . I was used to hiding the hurt by now . It was my second nature . He looked at me a little longer and then nodded . We had walked through the centre of the village . Everything looked well kept and the pack felt happy and content . As far as I could see , this was a good pack . It had the same vibe as I picked up from Finley . Relaxed , caring and strong . It showed how much influence an Alpha had on his pack . " I suggest we head for the communal kitchen and end our tour with pack dinner , " Finlay suggested . " Yes please . Medow has kitchen duty and I have been away from her for too long , Sam exclaimed . " Newly mated wolves , " his two friends said as one and rolled their eyes . I had to laugh . In the kitchen , we found a small woman with brown hair in a pixie cut that made her look adorable . " Medow , honey , " Sam called out . The woman turned around and gave him a brilliant smile . " Babe ! " she called and gave him a wave before returning to cooking " Come , I'll introduce you , " Sam told me and took my hand to tow me through the kitchen . Honey , Finlay brought a guest home with him . She is thinking of joining the pack , " Sam said as we walked up behind his mate . Medow twirled around and her mouth fell open as she stared at us . 1/2 Game of Destiny Chapter 9-2 " The two of you could be twins , " she said with a smile . " Hello , I'm Medow , " she added and held out her hand towards her . I shook it and introduced myself . " So the boys have been showing you around ? she then asked . " Poor thing , you must be in need of some decent company . You can ave her with me , babe , I'll take it from here , " she told her mate . " But , honey , the Alpha wanted her to eat with us . Sam tried to obj " Do you think I will hog tie our guest in the walk - in freezer ? Of course she will eat with us . But the food won't be ready for at least thirty minutes . So scoot , go do something useful and I'll take care . Amle . " " Is it okay with you ? Sam asked . I could see he wanted to please himate , but at the same time obey his Alpha and respect me as a guest . Poor thing didn't know what to do . " I think it sounds like an amazing idea , " I told him . He relaxed and smiled at his mate . They kissed , two times , and then Medow shooed him away . " He is sweet and I love him to death . But he is a tad bit clingy , " she confided in me . I laughed . Tell me a mated wolf that isn't when it co comes to his mate , I joked and felt the pang in my chest . Medow laughed with me . " Come , I'll introduce you to the matriarch of the pack . We don't have a Luna , since Finlay isn't mated , but his aunt is the one female everyone looks up to . She'll like you , " Medow told me and we walked deeper into the kitchen . " Matilda , " Medow called out . An older woman appeared from a door and smiled at them . There was a likeness to her nephew . They had the same kind eyes , I decided . " Yes ? " Matilda asked and looked at me . " This is Amie , she is a guest of Finlay , " Medow introduced me . " Nice to meet you . I'm Matilda . Finlay is my sister's son , " the woman said , and we shook hands . " Is my nephew trying to recruit you to the pack ? " she then asked . I was a little taken aback by her straightforwardness , but I liked it . " He is , " I told her . " Well then . Let's get to know each other . Can you cook ? " I smiled at her . As the Beta's daughter , I had been expected to help out with all the different communal tasks in the pack before I left . I may not be a master chef , but I did manage to cook good , edible food . " I can , " I therefore said . " Excellent . " She pointed to a workstation filled with vegetables that would become a garden salad . I nodded and picked up the knife and started working . Medow started mixing ingredients for a dressing and Matilda was frying patties as we all talked and got to know each other . Half an hour later , the food was done , and the kitchen was filled with pack members helping to carry the food to the tables : Medow and Matilda guided me to a table where Finlay , Sam and Martin sat . We joined them and Finlay smiled at me . hope my aunt didn't push you too hard ? " he asked . Both Matilda and I snorted at the same time , which made Medow laugh . " Please , I don't overwork guests , Matilda objected . " I'm not as fragile as I seem , " I objected . 1/2 Chapter 9-2 " Amle was kind enough to help while we got to know each other , Matilda told him . " It was nice and relaxing . " I said . I stand corrected . I'm happy to hear it went well , " Finlay told us . Dinner was great . It had been a while since I sat down and ate with a pack . I forgot how nice it was not having to eat alone . It was like I always ate alone in the town either . Sometimes i invited Cece over , or we sat down and ate at dinner . But it wasn't the same . After dinner , the group took me to the game room . We played pool , and it was just a lot of fun . After I tried to hide my second yawn , Finlay offered to escort me back to my room . I said good night to everyone , and we left . " It looks like you are having a good time , " Finlay pointed out as were walking . " I am . It has been nice to be amongst a pack again , " I confessed . Helled again . " Told you . " " Fine , you might have been right ," I admitted , " It doesn't change w " It doesn't , " he agreed . " But I don't see why it would matter . You like it here , the pack likes you . When aunt Matilda likes someone , I know they are a good person . She never holds back if she thinks someone isn't good enough for the pack . And she has high standards , " he told me . That's sweet of her . I like her too . I just don't know . " " No need to make a decision tonight . It's been a long day with a lot of new things . All I ask is that you keep your mind open and let the pack get to know you . Tomorrow is the full moon celebration . You and I can have a talk the day after that and figure out what you will do , " he told me . " I can do that , " I said as we got to my room . " Good . Sleep tight and I will see you for breakfast . Should I come and get you ? " he asked . " No. I can find my way . Eight o'clock ? " " That's right . See you then . Good night . " " Good night , Finlay . " Chapter Comments 7 POST COMMENT NOW SHARE