Caged Between The Beta & Alpha
Chapter 93

LIAM

Raven didn’t say a word. Her anger and pain were clear in her eyes. She had clenched her fists and stormed out. I had called after her, but she simply shook her head not saying anything. Even when I had pulled her into my arms and apologised, she simply stayed stiff, a single tear escaping her eye.

That hurt.. but it was the truth, I was f*****g scared.

We had walked to the packhouse in silence but I held her hand tightly.

‘Raven…

She didn’t reply, simply holding my hand tighter.

The hall was decorated in a rustic theme. The wooden tables were bare, with just a black runner down the middle. There were bottles of whiskey, ice and drinks lining the table. It’s definitely not a party for kids in here.. The double doors that led to the garden were wide open. The garden was decorated as well, and I could hear the music was louder out there.

“So, food’s in here, dancing and drinking are outside.

” Taylor said, walking over, a bottle in hand and Zack by his side.

“Easy on the drinks, we just got here.” Zack said, looking down at him with love clear in his eyes, despite the arrogant look on his face.

“Don’t worry, I’ll be fine. Damn girl, you look good.”

Taylor said, smiling at Raven as she slowly let go of my hand and he hugged her tight. “You ok?”

I watched them, seeing the concern in Taylor’s eyes for her. Even when she gave that dazzling smile and nodded, I knew she wasn’t..

“Hey, guys..” Damon said, coming over. He was dressed similarly to me in black p*nts with a button- down shirt.

“Hi.” I said, as he turned to Raven.

“Hey!” She said, giving him a smile before hugging him.

I watched them as he hugged her back and looked away, giving them a moment. The sacrifice they made for me isn’t something I’d forget and as much as I wanted to keep her in my arms, I couldn’t be more selfish with her than l already have been.

“How are you feeling?” Damon asked her quietly.

“Perfect.”” She said, smiling.

I know a few of the higher-ups probably knew she had gone into heat as both Zack and Damon needed to cover for me. I saw Damon’s ex glance towards us, lowering her head to me before she walked out towards the back.

Well, unless we are going to be like the old folks and stay inside, shall we head outside?” Zack asked.

“‘Oi! Who you calling old, pup?!” One of the older men shouted, already downing beer like water.

“Or do you want to try us? We may be old but we can assure you that we are strong and able!” Another called out.

“oh, I can vouch for him! He is very able!” His mate said, blushing as the other old she-wolves all began to tease her.

Yeah, still young at heart.

I smiled slightly as Zack raised his hand in surrender.

“Sorry,”

“You deserved that, babe.” Taylor said as they led the way out, Damon following them.

I turned to Raven, who looked at me just then. She looked breathtaking. It was a little different than her usual colour, but she suited it beautifully. The dress hugged her curves, emphasising that tiny wa!st and cle*avage before draping over her s3xy as*s.

She reached up, her eyes flashed and her heart raced as she cupped my face, tugging me down.

‘Raven…!’

She didn’t reply, simply placing a soft k!ss on my l!ps. The sparks were dancing between us, yet beyond them, I felt her l!ps quiver slightly as she pulled away. A ripple of whispers spread through the old wolves but I pretended not to hear them as Raven wrapped her arms around mine, resting her head against my shoulder.

I was hurting her once again. I didn’t like the silent treatment.

“I knew it!”

That’s our Luna!”

I see Scarlett in her.”

They make a cute couple; I just hope she’s not a magic lover…”

I frowned, feeling a flare of anger. I know what they were insinuating, the birth of Azura..

“Ignore them.” Raven whispered, but I was far too angry to do so.

I turned back towards them, staring at the granny who had spoken, about to speak, my eyes flashing when I felt a hand on my back.

“Patience Liam, I’Il handle it, go outside.” Dad said quietly, his eyes blazing cobalt.

He didn’t like anyone saying anything about Azura’s birth as much as me, he had made it clear it was never to be talked about. I just wish people weren’t so f*****g backwards…

“Drink?” Mom said, pushing two glasses into mine and Raven’s hands.

“You look good, Mom.” I said giving her a hug.

Thanks.” She said, doing a small twirl in her cerulean dress that matched Dad’s eyes. “Where’s Elijah gone?”

“Handling something inside.” Raven said, her attention going to the small kids area that was all decked out with balloons, a bouncy castle, a ball pit and some Omegas dressed up as cartoon characters.

Ooh, there’s a kiddie area?”

“I don’t think anyone is going to feel comfortable leaving their kids at home.” Mom replied as Raven hurried over to go see the kids. “‘She sure loves kids.”

“”Hmm?”” I said, raising an eyebrow, a little too distracted by Raven’s a*ss.

“I’m not complaining.” Mom said with a smirk as Dad stepped out and she wrapped her arms around his neck.

It took me a second to realise what she was hinting at Pups..

I looked over at Raven, watching as she pulled faces, teasing the boys and complimenting the girls on their outfits. I felt a pang of pain inside. I doubted I’d live long enough to see that moment..

I swallowed hard; I wouldn’t let this darkness get the better of me…

“Kiara won’t be making it. ” Dad’s voice said as he stepped into the garden, phone in hand.

“Oh no, why?” Mom said playing with Dad’s shirt.

“‘Because…” I looked away as Dad got a little too distracted checking Mom out. “Their Delta’s mate has gone into labour early, it’s high risk, the one having quads, so Kiara needs to be there.

“Next time.” Dad said quietly.

“Oh, if we knew earlier we could have sent someone to bring Dante at least.” Mom said, sounding a little disappointed.

I watched Raven help a pup that had fallen off the bouncy castle to her feet, k!ssing the top of her head softly. She was beautiful, selfless, and so f*****g perfect..

“Go have fun, or are you just going to stare at her from here?” Dad said, smirking, bringing me out of my thoughts.

“Hmm.” I murmured, slipping my hands into my pockets as I looked around.

The couples dancing, the teens teasing and messing around to the side, the children laughing and giggling with no care in the world. Taylor and Zack were standing to the side talking, or more like flirting quietly, before Channing rolled his wheelchair over and they joined in talking together.

Robyn was sitting with Aunty Monica, styling her hair. And Mom and Dad were now making out like this was their bedroom… Seriously…

Damon was now next to Raven, who was next to the dessert table, both smiling over something. She looked towards me and her eyes softened, motioning me over.

I gave a small nod, my emotions surging within me.

I was always in the background… I’m sure if worst came to worst.. They’ll be ok, because they have each other. They lived without me for three years, and they would live for many more..

I looked at her as she brushed her hair out of her face, nodding to something Damon said, but her gaze kept coming back to me. The only one I was scared about was her. Her reaction from earlier, her love for me…

I would fight this for as long as I could. For her.

I walked over to her and she excused herself, coming over to me.

“Want to dance?” I asked her. Her eyes widened in surprise before she nodded vigorously and pulled me towards the dance floor.

She wrapped her arms around my neck and I gripped her wa!st, pulling her against me as we began moving slowly to the music, her scent like a wave of serenity.

“Please don’t think like that.” She whispered, her fingers brushing my neck, sending off sparks.

“With you in my arms… how can 1?” I whispered huskily. Bending down, I k!ssed her with everything I had, pouring my soul and heart into it.

You are my dream.

You are my life.

You are my all.