Fated To Roman: The Almighty Alpha
Forty-Nine

Cleo's POV

As I got back to my room I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror, confirming that the invisibility had in fact worn off. Hearing voices from outside the door I ran into the bathroom quickly stripping myself of my clothes. Turning the shower on I quickly stepped in allowing the water to soak me. I didn't need to shower, but it looked better after the lie Roman had told them. After all we were all in this together. "Cleo?"

"See she's missing, what more proof do we need?" Jumping out the shower I wrapped myself in a towel and exited the bathroom. Knowing who was there I acted surprised. "Erm... excuse me..."

"Sorry miss we didn't realise you would be so... in disposed. If you would just..."

"I'm in my room, in my shower. How did you think you would replace me? Fully clothed? Because I mean why wouldn't I be showering with my clothes on!" Putting my acting skills to the test, I forced as much anger as I could fathom into my voice. I even went as far as to let my eyes water.

"Gentlemen as I said before, my mate was resting. Is it not normal for one to shower after a long sleep? After everything she has already been through do you wish to humiliate her more. Especially with her hormones all over the place!" Roman pulled me to him shielding me from their wondering eyes.

"Of course not, Miss Barton our sincerest apologies. If you would be so obliged as to get yourself dressed and meet us in the library, I think that would be for the better." Nodding at their words I stayed pressed up against Roman until they were gone and out of ear shot.

"Fuck that was close!" Squeezing my arms around him I took a deep breath.

"Too close." Releasing my arms, I walked into the wardrobe throwing on some clean clothes. "Did you get it?"

"We did."

"And Henrik?"

"He now has it."

"Good. Now for the next part..."

"They found Benny, didn't they and assume I was the culprit. That's why they rushed to come in here isn't it."

"Yes. And he thanks you for not breaking his nose by the way." Just the thought of his tantrum had I ignored his request and broken it made me chuckle.

"Who did he say did it? He clearly hadn't said it was me otherwise the council would have placed me under arrest whether or not I had clothes on."

"He said the thief came from behind and was wearing a mask as well as having blocked their scent. The blocked scent was the only thing keeping you in the clear. It takes years of practice to do it. Though as of now the entire pack is under observation, and on lock down. Does Henrik have what he needs?" Turning around I saw Roman leaning in the doorway, so I nodded. "Good. Now we just have to pray it works otherwise we have risked our lives for nothing." Pulling me to him he placed his lips on mine. The kiss began romantic before Roman spun us around my back hitting the wall.

His lips travelled down my neck causing a sigh to leave me which only encouraged his weird behaviour. As good as it felt having him touch me this just wasn't the time. Placing my hands firmly on his chest I pushed him away. "I'm sorry, it's just your scent. It's strong, it's much more potent than this morning."

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"Is that normal?" Leaning his forehead against mine he kissed me again before stepping away.

"It is. Your hormones are all over the place so right now you smell as though you're in heat which we both know you're not. Trouble is it's hard enough keeping my hands off you any other time. It's one of the many side effects of afterbirth I'm afraid. Though thank the goddess that only I can pick up on it."

"Well... If there's one thing I know will kill that tent that's pitched in your trousers, it's going to talk with the elders." Hearing Roman groan, I knew my words had done the trick. Quickly pecking him on the lips I tied my hair into a messy bun. As we made our way to the library several omegas we passed would send a quick glance or frown in my direction. I knew with everything going on and after what Axel had told me there would be people with a grudge, but I never once expected them to direct it towards me. Once at the bottom of the stairs one of the younger omegas dropped her mop and stormed towards me. In the blink of an eye her hand had connected with my cheek leaving a slight sting. "How dare you bring these people here!"

"ROSEANNE!" Roman's roar was loud enough that the frames on the wall shook causing the hairs on the back of my neck to stand on edge.

"I didn't bring anyone here!" As Roman went to remove her I stopped him wanting to dissolve the situation myself. I had nothing to hide from anyone and needed her to know it.

"If you hadn't have come here the council would not be here now. I lost everything because of them, and now I have to serve food to the very monster that took my brother's life! I will avenge him and when I do the spilled blood will be on your hands." I went to speak but Roman didn't give me the chance.

"That's enough! You do not speak to your acting Luna that way! And as for the threat you just made, I will not allow you to harm the council. One act against them and they will destroy this entire pack." Out of the corner of my eye I saw Benny and another man enter the hallway before gripping Roseanne and dragging her away. "Are you ok?" Roman spun to face me his thumb brushing over my heated cheek.

"She can certainly slap. Roman be honest, is this my fault?"

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"Don't ever think that! Absolutely none of this is your fault. We were fated to each other, we fell in love, and out of that love we created something special. Yes, things haven't gone to plan and yes it's your father that's caused this problem. But you Cleo are not responsible for his actions. Do you understand me!" Looking into his beautiful bright eyes I nodded. "Tell me you understand so I know you believe it."

"I'm not responsible for his actions."

"I love you."

"I love you too." Hade's POV

Time was running out. The next eclipse was only three days away and to get the power I longed for I needed this pup to shift. Kaylee and I had tried several methods in an attempt to force it, however she is a stubborn little thing. Something tells me she's just like her disobedient mother. The only thing we had yet to try was violence. I had never in my life second guessed myself, but something inside me refuses to physically harm the girl. That alone angers me. Kaylee on the other hand continues to surpass my expectations. In her younger years she failed at many things. Things that with her blood should have come naturally to her. Things I've seen my other child accomplish. Yet here in this dingy motel, Kaylee managed to get the pup to partially shift. Who knew that someone so new to the world have a good understanding. There was something about the way Kaylee used her demonic powers that frightened the pup. "How long do we have to remain here? I hate it."

"We will be out of here soon enough. The eclipse is on Friday which fits quite nicely. The sacrifice needs to happen in a special church. Luckily for us there are at least three in this pathetic town, so they won't be able to search them all at the same time. Not without the drawing attention to the council. There also happens to be a festival happening that day so as long as we blend in we should go unnoticed."

"But what about their weapon. If they succeed you will die father. Is the ultimate power you seek really worth your life?"

"It is. And as for their weapon as long as nobody discovers the connection you share everything will be ok." And it would be. My deal may have been complete, but that didn't mean I was finished with her. What can I say, I am the devil.