My Mate Is An Omega – Chapter 31

Caitlyn POV

Before lunch, Lance mindlinked his new Beta and Gamma so we could meet in the Alpha’s office. Everything was happening too soon; one night, we’re living carefree in our little house near the border, the next we’re turned into the most important couple of the pack. Aside from the announcement, we hadn’t even been properly introduced to the wolves we were supposed to lead. Like us, they weren’t allowed to choose, and it made me uneasy not knowing their opinions. Although most members already treated me with respect when I was an assistant, I wasn’t sure how they felt about having two unprepared Omegas at the top of the hierarchy. I could only hope they would trust and respect the decision made by our late leader.

It was a lot to take in – everyone’s grief, all the changes being made, the weight of our new responsibilities crushing us. I knew my mate had it a lot rougher than me though, both because the pain he carried was a lot heavier, and because the expectations he had to meet were a lot higher. All I could do was stay by his side, offering him all of my support as a Luna should. Thankfully, the former Beta was with us through every step of the way, guiding us with patience and a steady hand.

k the pack reports I gave you yesterday?”

ance replied.

sponsibilities. Despite his pain and exhaustion, he still stayed in the office past midnight trying hard to learn as much as he could in the short amount of time he had. He couldn’t see it yet, but it was clear to me why Dario was so sure he would make a great leader – there was no

ur current position is,” James went on, pacing around the room as every pair of eyes followed him attentively. “Half of our army was killed in yesterday’s battle, which leaves us highly vulnerable both to our current enemy and new ones. We were able to take down most of the bears, but some were still able to run away. Including Dario’s murderer.” I swear I could see flames dancing in

no matter how fortified our borders are. We don’t know what they want, but we definitely have something that caught their attention for some reason.” He glanced at me before turning to James with a mix of rage and determination. “The only s

s the Elders are concerned. You are the only one who can make the decisions now. I can guide you, but I can’t call the shots for you,” the former Beta observed, leaning over the table to stay at my mate’s eye level. “So, what do you suggest we do, Alpha?”

uth, it would be our best option.”

s discussed. I’m afraid we don’t have any money to offer in exchange for another leader’s aid.”

we just have to figure out what.”

traded assets were warriors and money, both of which we didn’t have. Additionally, it was possible to offer access to hunting grounds or food itself, but Diamond Tempest didn’t have the proper lands to catch large amounts of prey. Lastly, yet very rarely, some leaders would offer to teach a secret

en turned to me with questioning looks on their faces.

! What abou

s than foes, which is why Dario turned to their help. Back then, we had nothing of high value to justify their Alpha forming an alliance with us. But with you here, our luck might just have changed.” He smiled. The confused looks soon turned into expectant ones as they waited for me to confirm the Beta’s hypothesis.

igesting the words. It was so hard adjusting to my new title; I never imagined myself in such a position.

clapping his hands. “Now, moving on to the next…”

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by the way. With James’ help, we just made a few adjustments to our defense system and adopted a different economic policy to trim unnecessary spending. Caitlyn and I weren’t used to our luxurious life yet, so we certainly wouldn’t be missing anything.

idea of staying away from all the mess, even if just for a short while.

choose to have custom meals sent to their room, but Cait and I agreed we were more than fine having lunch and dinner at the cafeteria with the rest of the pack. We weren’t ready to fully become royalty yet,

me, I couldn’t bring myself to fall asleep.

most powerful member in the pack.

up at the edge of the bed, all I did was stare out the huge window. Taking in the view of the lake, the clear blue waters illuminated by the light of the moon seemed to help me calm down a little.

ng on her side. She slowly crawled in my direction, snaking her arms around my stomach as she sat up beside me.

“Sorry. Did I wake you up?”

having a hard time falling asleep too.”

ed.”

didn’t even realize how hard it all was for her too. I thought she would enjoy the change, but on second thought, she always seemed satisfied by the little I could offer her. Lost in my own problems, I didn’t even think of how difficult it was for her; just a few months ago she had to move out of the house she grew up in, and before she could even adjust, her life took another unexpected turn. The way she had been trying to stay positive about it made it hard for me to see, but she shared the same concerns I had.

w I wasn’t going through it alone.

the empty space just means we have room to grow,” I replied. When she looked at me with her

it all.”

id of our few clothes, tangled in a very appreciated mess of hands and tongues.

rever.