Sold To The Alpha
Blood L**t Chapter 42

Vallance opened his eyes, staring around himself at the peaceful meadow that stretched out as far as his eyes could see, the lush grass waved lazily in a soft breeze that fanned across his face, teasing him with a familiar scent. happy to stand in silence.

'It's beautiful isn't it child' came a soft voice from his left, turning quickly, he took in the ethereal beauty stood next him, her face ageless, her eyes as blue as the deepest ocean. She smiled calmly as she continued to gaze out at the world around them, seemingly Her simple white dress fell to just above her bare feet that rested comfortably on the springy grass around them, her long golden hair fell loose about her shoulders in cascading curls.

'Who.. who are you?' Vallance stuttered as he struggled to gaze at the woman beside him, who's skin seemed to radiate a power that made him want to shy away from her.

'I go by many names Vallance, but to your mate I am known as Selene, the Moon Goddess!' she replied, a small smile playing around her lips.

'Moon Goddess? that's the Werewolf celestial' Vallance muttered more to himself than his companion.

'Correct child' Selene replied.

'Then why are you here with me? I am not a Werewolf' Vallance asked, his confusion evident.

Turning finally to face the Prince, Selene's smile widened, 'because I chose you for Jason, you are tied to each other for eternity, and as the mate of one of my children, your well being is my concern' she replied simply.

Vallance shook his head, 'why would you pick a Vampire as a match for one of your Werewolf children?' he asked, his eyes wandering back to the scenery as Selene gave a melodious laugh.

'Child, Jason is a destined wolf, just as you are a destined Vampire, but neither of you know just how important your union is' she answered cryptically.

'Will you tell me why we are so important?' Vallance asked hesitantly.

Selene shook her head with a sad smile, her long golden hair shimmering in the sunlight from the movement, 'I cannot Vallance, that is a story that you must travel with your mate, if I tell you what will happen, I could jeopardize the safety of the supernatural world.' 'So why are you here?' Vallance asked slightly impatiently.

'I am here to help you decide Vallance' Selene replied simply.

'Decide what?' the Vampire asked, his confusion deepening.

'Whether to return to your mate and the dangers that will come or to stay here within the safety of the meadow, leaving Jason to face life without you.' she replied.

'I have a choice?' Vallance asked surprised.

Facing back to the Vampire, Selene smiled reassuringly, 'we all have choices child, every day we make decisions that affect our lives and the lives around us. Should you eat the muffin or the salad? Should you take the left path or the right? Should you tell someone you love them or wait? Everyday is another set of endless decisions that you make that creates your destiny!

Vallance contemplated her words silently for a moment before his eyes searched out hers, 'what will happen to Jason if I stay?' he asked, a tinge of pain laced into his words.

The Moon Goddess shook her head, 'I cannot be sure as I only see shadows of the future as so much of your lives are created through choice, but I see an Alpha, weakened by loss, ruling alone, refusing to take another after feeling the pure pleasure of replaceing your other half' she said softly.

'and if I go back?' Vallance prompted

'I see shadows of an Alpha and King struggling through hardships but using their bond as strength to get through' Selene replied not looking at Vallance as she spoke. Looking back out over the idly waving grass, Vallance let out a small sigh, 'it really is beautiful here' he muttered, 'but it's missing something to make it perfect. Her smile dancing across her face, Selene asked, 'and what is that my child?'

'My match' the Vampire responded, 'nothing is perfect without him to share it with.'

The Moon Goddess nodded, her gaze understanding, 'it will hurt Vallance, I cannot lie to you and say that it wont, the serum that your aunt injected into your blood has done damage that might not be repairable, but the potion your father procured is stopping further damage from occurring, fighting against the damage caused will bring pain that I am unable to describe, are you sure about this?'

Vallance raised his chin determinedly, 'if it takes me back to my love then I will happily endure any pain that comes my way! he replied evenly.

Turning to face him, Selene gave him a small kiss on his cheek, 'I am proud of you child, remember that, now you need to wake up' she whispered, 'wake up Vallance, wake up.' Her voice grew more and more distant as the darkness closed in around him and pain burned through his body to every nerve ending, releasing screams of agony from his lips as he tried to cower away from it but unable to move.

Viktor and Jason took turns over the next two days to sit with the unconscious Vampire, watching diligently for signs of the Prince breaking through the darkness and returning to them.

Occasionally, Vallance would let out a moan of pain, sweat beading on his brow as his eyebrows furrowed together. Whenever this happened, the pair would leap to their feet, patting his forehead with a cold flannel as they called to him, trying to get the Prince to come back to them, 'wake up Vallance' they begged as the Vampire struggled in his unconsciousness before falling back into stillness..

On the second day as Jason left the room on their next shift change, having shook his head again at the barely hopeful expression of Vallance's father, he headed back to his room to take a shower. Letting out a heavy sigh, he stripped his clothes from his body, stepping under the warm jet of water and washing the grime away, lathering his body in the orange and lily body wash that one of the servants had placed in his bathroom for his use.

Leaning his head against the cool tiles, Jason allowed himself a moment to crumble under the weight of his mate's possible impending death. Sinking to the floor, he sobbed as the image of Vallance screaming in pain at his feet before becoming still played through his mind like a horror movie.

Sitting on the ceramic tiles, he curled his arms around his knees hugging them too his chest as he rocked himself gently back and forth, his tears mingling with the water as he let go of the pain he had held within him for the last two weeks.

Letting out the howl of loss that had slowly been cutting off his oxygen, the warrior clung to himself as he shook, his grief cutting through him viciously.

Suddenly the bathroom door swung open and two strong arms threw themselves around his body, pulling him into their chest as they held him tightly as he cried.

Sobbing uncontrollably, Jason didn't even bother to look up as he accepted the comfort of the person behind him.

As his sobs lessened, he finally turned his red, pain filled eyes behind him to be met with his father's understanding gaze, the Alpha crouched behind him, fully clothed, the water having soaked through his attire, his hair dripping into his eyes as he softly smoothed his son's hair, holding him close to him.

'It's OK son' Justin muttered sadly, 'you are not alone, I am here, you are never alone in your grief'.

Jason gulped loudly, burying his head into his father's muscular chest, feeling his father's care and concern surrounding him, grounding his thoughts.

'I can't live without him dad' Jason whispered brokenly.

'I know son, I know, the pain of losing your mate is unimaginable, and I wish that you did not have to go through this, but you still have hope my boy, Vallance is still with us, don't give up on him' Justin replied softly, as he cradled his son in his arms like he used to when he was small.

Nodding his head, Jason fought for control of his tears, uncurling his body as the Alpha stood up, helping his son to stand before grabbing a towel and wrapping it around him securely. Grabbing a second towel for himself her tried to dry off his soaking wet jeans and t'shirt before giving Jason a wry smile, 'got any clothes your old man could borrow?' he asked.

Giving a small chuckle, Jason reached over and turned off the shower, leading the way back into the bedroom where he began to rummage in the wardrobe, pulling out a pair of jeans and a shirt that he threw to his dad who caught it in his hand and disappeared back into the bathroom to get changed, leaving the Warrior to dry himself and dress alone.

Stepping out a few minutes later, Justin continued to towel dry his hair as he walked over to his son and sat down on the edge of the bed next to him.

'You OK?' Justin asked, dropping the towel onto the floor and putting his arm around his son who shrugged his shoulders non committed.

'Ives been better' he admitted sadly, 'I just never thought that when I found my mate, someone would snatch him from me moments later, I thought we would have time you know?'

Justin nodded, 'you know that I know son, and I can safely say that no amount of time ever makes that pain lesser.

'How did you cope?' Jason asked sadly, 'when you thought mum was dead, how did you get through the days?'

Justin slumped slightly, 'at first? I tried to pretend I was OK, then I thought that hiding away from everyone, dealing with it alone was the right thing to do, but finally your uncle Aaron practically kicked down my door and made me share it with him. My pain, my grief, my loss, everything, and though it hurt more than I can ever explain, once I shared it with him, allowed him to grieve with me, it suddenly wasn't so consuming. I still felt lost, broken, like half my soul was missing, but I wasn't alone' he replied softly. Jason met his fathers eyes with a small smile, 'Uncle Aaron is a good friend isn't he' he stated.

Justin nodded, 'The very best friend I could have asked for, he isn't just my best friend, he is our family, and just as he was there for me, I am there for you, whenever you need me! the Alpha said with a smile as Jason put his arms around his father's chest and gave him a squeeze.

'Thanks dad' he mumbled into his father's chest as the older Warrior patted his back lovingly.

'Alpha's!' suddenly came Carter's panicked voice, causing the pair to pull apart! 'Alpha's where are you? Come quick!'

Jumping up, Justin pulled the door open just as the panicked werewolf skidded to a stop outside of Jason's bedroom door. 'What is is Carter?' Justin asked immediately.

'You must come! It's his Highness!' Carter replied before speeding back up the corridor, the two Alpha's right behind him.