Alpha Markus and Celeste
Chapter 46
Chapter 46 – Markus
Markus P.O.V.
I sighed. “Celeste is a complicated conversation,” I said.
“You don’t say?” he laughed, passing me a scotch. I took a long drink and looked down at her sleeping face, cleaning the tears from
her cheeks with my hand as I pondered where to start.
“You remember me mentioning that Celeste is the last remaining Ranked member of the Sky Moon Pack. An Alpha female.”
“Yes, and if you don’t mind my bluntness, that’s quite the mate.”
I laughed. “That’s not even the half of it.” I looked him in the eye, “What I’m about to say is something only a handful of people know. It needs to stay that way or Celeste could be placed in danger. I am trusting you because you have been my friend for as long as I’ve
been alive.”
“Understood,” he answered.
“Celeste is part of an ancient Alpha bloodline, through her mother’s side. It dates back to Aztec times. All the females of her bloodline have a few gifts given to her by the moon goddess. They have been hunted down for her powers for generations. This is why we
are trying to keep her abilities a secret.” I gave him the condensed version.
“So the glow….”
“She has the ability to heal her people, if the goddess so chooses it. She cannot really control who it works on or how, as far as we
know. It is not so much her gift as she is a conduit for the goddess to right some wrongs.”
“How do you know all of this?” he asked.
to believe…” He held up a hand.
“Let me repay the same trust you have placed in me. I have no reason to doubt you or Celeste. I can honestly say I have yet to meet someone as pure of heart as she, specially considering everything she has gone through. I believe you. You have my word that I will keep her secret as well as my support if it is ever needed. Just keep the treats coming.”
I laughed, relieved and thankful. “I am glad to call you friend.”
“As am I. You have always been there to lend a hand when we’ve needed it. It’s only fair to be able to return the favor,” he said as he
went to grab another treat from the Tupperware. “It really isn’t fair that she’s so good at baking. My cook has been trying those recipes of
hers and they just don’t taste the same.”
“You’re always welcome to come grab some. I always keep a big batch of goodies for the Packhouse,” Celeste said, getting up from my lap, surprising us both…
Are you OK Tuli?’I asked her.
She nodded and squeezed my hand as she stood to a sitting position. I’m fine.’ I could feel the truth through the bond. Although I
could feel her grief, I could also feel the peace finding him brought to her.
“I might take you up on that. Or maybe I can convince you to sell me some around the holidays. I know the Pack would go nuts.
“Perhaps we can do some sort of combined event soon?” She asked, “I know it’s not usual for packs, but if we time it around a full
moon, we could create an opportunity for our unmated Pack members to possibly find their mates.”
“That is an interesting concept. I don’t see why not. Why don’t I talk to my Beta’s mate. She can get in touch with you to figure what
works best for everyone?” he said.
“It’s probably good to instill that kinship between the two packs. We are close enough to each other. It’s time for our friendship to extend past just us,” I said.
“That’s settled then. One or two of these events a year should bring the two packs closer together.”
“Of course. Some of my people are already getting him ready for transport. When would you like us to take him?”
“Today, he has waited enough to be at peace. Anyone who wishes to attend is welcome. I cannot thank you and your staff enough for all the care you gave him all these years. You gave us both closure.” He nodded at her, his eyes glazing as he mind linked his people. She turned to me. “I would like Maya and Ruby to be there. They might not remember him, but he deserves to have his people around him,”
she said.
“Danny, Gillian and I will prepare the pyre ourselves. It’s the least he deserves,” I said, bringing out my phone to send out texts.
“He will be ready in about an hour. His nurse and some of the staff would like to say goodbye. I will also be attending. I insist you stay for lunch, and we can meet your people at your parents’ grounds?”
“That sounds good to me. Could I use your facilities?” Celeste asked.
“Down the hall on your left before you reach the foyer,” he said. Celeste kissed my hand and left the room.
“Is she really OK?” Rhett asked.
“I think so. She is grieving, but I can sense she’s at peace with it.”
“I envy you that kind of connection,” he said.
“At one point, I hoped to never find my mate. I am happy the moon goddess ignored my idiotic request. I didn’t know how much! needed her in my life. She makes me complete. I hope you find your own soon. It’s really another level of happiness I couldn’t have imagined,” I answered honestly.