Chapter forty three

‘’But Drew, are you so certain that’s when Alpha Jed plans to attack?’’ Laura asked.

‘’Baby, this is all still an assumption but i know it in me that Jed would try something funny on that day. He’s too crafty and you’ve forgotten that i even know him better than you.’’ Drew chuckled.

He made his way towards her, taking her hands in his as he gave it a gentle squeeze. He didn’t want her to worry, hence his silent assurances. Drew knew how his mate could be scared especially when it came to her step father and his son.

‘’Yeah. i tend to forget that at times.’’ Laura chuckled.

Drew placed his lips on hers, kissing her gently. She was everything he needed in a woman and once again, he couldn’t quite believe how lucky he got to have her.

‘But I don't want you to worry Laura. I’ll keep you safe from all harm, i want you to know that.’’ Drew said.

Laura looked at him lovingly and felt blessed to call Drew her mate. Despite all what Alpha Jed and his son had done to them, Drew never for one day used it against her. He was the perfect man and she was quite glad she had him to herself.

‘’Thank you Drew. You really have no idea how much your words mean to me.’’ Laura said.

‘’You mean the world to me and i will never stop loving you, you have to understand that.’’ Drew smiled.

‘’Yes of course my love, I understand and I'm really glad you’re here for me and I am for you. We’ll weather this storm together, that i can assure you.’’ Laura smiled.

‘’Babe, you don’t need to assure me because I am not going anywhere. I’m stuck with you for life and you with me.’’ Drew said.

A lone tear slid down her eyes as she stared at the man she loved. The emotions he made her feel were somewhat overwhelming and she couldn’t help but shed a tear on how he made her feel.

‘’Thank you Drew, for everything. From being a father, a mother, a friend, a boyfriend and for being my mate. You have no idea what that means to me.’’ Laura smiled.

‘’It's okay baby, I'll always be with you. I ain’t going anywhere. I’m stuck with you for life.’’ he chuckled.

‘’I love you baby.’’ Laura smiled.

Love you more my love.’’ Drew smiled.

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Drew woke up with a slight start, gripping the sheets of the bed. His mate slept peacefully beside him. It was the day of the full moon and Drew was ready to host as many of his pack members as he could.

He kissed Laura lightly on the head before rising to his feet. He had woken up from a bad dream on the day of the full moon, what were the odds. He made his way downstairs, towards the kitchen for a much needed glass of martini.

"Drink so early?" a voice said.

Drew sighed, he didn't need to look behind him to know who that was. It was the moon goddess on her routine visit.

"Greetings Moon goddess." Drew said, bowing lightly.

She smiled, coming to sit on a chair opposite him. Drew knew that she was here because she felt that something was wrong with him.

"What troubles you son?" she smiled.

"Everything goddess, everything. I feel like I'm not capable enough of taking care of my mate, I feel like I'll fail her one day and the dream. I've been having recurring bad dreams" Drew said.

"Let's talk about your dream. What do they look like?" she asked.

Drew knew that she knew all about it but she just wanted him to talk and explain how he really felt. He was grateful for this, grateful for the avenue.

"They are not really dreams per say, more like visions. I get them frequently but now, they come almost every time" Drew said.

"And the details? What are the details of these dreams?" she asked.

"They are of blood and war and... Death" Drew shuddered.

"That's because you're going to be facing a lot of challenges, most especially from the demon pack. I've banished that pack from my care and love a long time ago. They're not mine anymore but belong to the demons of the underworld" she said.

"Then what do I do to destroy every last one of them?" Drew asked.

"There's really nothing you can do. The pack had come to stay. The only thing you can do is guard your territory from their attacks and make sure you protect the ones you love. That's the only thing you can do" she said.

Drew sighed, he knew that that was the only way he could deal with Jed and his pack. He was going to use a lot of diplomacy and patience.

"Thank you moon goddess, I'll heed to your advice" Drew said.

"That's much better. I'll always be with you and guide you every step of the way" she smiled.

"Thank you goddess. I promise I'll protect my pack and make you proud" Drew bowed.

The moon goddess smiled, touching his head lightly before she vanished into thin air. At that moment, Drew felt powerful. He didn't know where the energy came from but he knew that it had to do with the moon goddess's visit.

He downed the rest of his drink, placing his cup on the counter before returning to the bedroom where he met his mate, still fast asleep. Drew kissed her, tickling her side as he watched her wake up, laughing from his assault.

"What a way to wake up" Laura giggled.

Drew leaned down, giving her a tender kiss. He breathed her scent, loving the way she still smelt fresh even in the morning.

"You're beautiful," he smiled.

All of a sudden, Laura felt shy as her mate appraised her beauty. It was moments like this she lived for, moments where it was just them in the company of each other without any disturbances.

"Thank you", Laura said, biting her lips.

"Are you biting your lips?" Drew growled.

"Maybe" Laura smiled.

Drew clipped her hands above her head, effortlessly locking her in place. He slammed his lips to hers, growling as she twisted her legs around his waist, drawing him in.

"Laura, don't start what you can't finish," Drew growled.

"What if I intend to finish this" she said, biting her lips again.

She knew the effect it had on him hence why she kept on doing it. Drew smiled but that smile reminded Laura of a predator about to catch its prey.

"You've been warned Laura but why don't you listen" Drew growled.

"Maybe I don't want to," she said, licking her lips.

"Then prepare for this’’ he chuckled.

Without wasting anymore time, tore her clothes, cupping a breast in his hands. He gave it a light squeeze, loving the way it sat perfectly on his hand.

"Prepare to be thoroughly fucked mate" Drew growled.

True to his words, he did just that and when he was done, Laura knew there was no leaving him. She had finally found the man who completed helped her become a better version of herself.

When she was still living with her step father and his wretched son, Laura had continually lived in fear over what they might do to her. That was where her insomnia began from. It became a regular occurrence, something she became so used to she had no idea how to stop it.

For several months, she sought out ways she could stop this and just live a healthy normal life but she couldn't and she knew the only way she could stop it was if she escaped from Alpha Jed and his son.

They were enemies to her health which was something she had learnt a long time ago. They hated her like the dirt on their feet. Sometimes, she wondered why they still kept her alive when they could have easily killed her.

One thing Laura knew was that they were planning something, something evil she might not be able to recover from.