Sold To The Alpha
A Love spoken Chapter 60

The Vampires landed on the outskirts of the City that contained the Council's embassy. Stepping out Pointing his finger, he muttered, 'down this way' before grabbing Gabriella's hand and striding down t Stepping amongst the familiar structures, Rowan's eyes darted left and right, absorbing the features Making his way toward the Council building, Rowan's grip tightened against Gabriella's palm, his dem 'It's OK Rowan, this isn't who you are any more' Gabriella whispered beside him as she hurried to keep 'What if it is?' Rowan muttered worriedly, 'what if who I really am is inside that building and reclaims Gabriella pulled him to a stop, the others halting behind them as she spun him slowly to her and plac Reaching the edge of the square, they huddled in the shadows, perusing the guards that still stood ou Turning to the Vampires, Rowan took a deep breath, 'OK, I need to go ahead and speak to the guards, 'I am going with you' Gabriella interjected immediately.

'No Gab, this is much too dangerous, and how would I even explain your presence to them?' Rowan gr The teenager crossed her arms over her chest, glaring up at the warrior sternly, 'you will take me over there Rowan, Olivia might be upset still, do you really think that seeing one of the guys who handed h Opening his mouth to argue, he was interrupted by one of the scout leaders, 'her Highness is correct Sighing, Rowan nodded reluctantly, 'what about the rest of you?' he asked.

The leader smirked as he looked around his men, 'well a large group of men storming the building ma entry if needed.'

Nodding, Rowan muttered, 'OK, if you can get over the boundary without being spotted, meet us at th our way' he said with a shrug.

ag, Rowan visibly shivered as he looked over the lights that were laid out below them, twinkling against the night sky.

ll ridge toward the awaiting buildings.

individual who scurried out of their path in fear from the power emanating from members of the group.

re starting to claw at his soul, reminding him of who he was.

th his long strides.

hand against his cheek, 'I won't let you go' she replied simply before pressing her lips to him quickly and setting off again for the distant cold grey building. of the Council's gates, the metal of the guns on their right hips glinting in the lights that emanated from the building's windows.

ll recognise me and allow me access' he started.

back worriedly.

and tell them that you are bringing me to the council for payment' she replied firmly, 'just like that a*s hole would have said about Gabby. You need me in he Witches is going to calm her down?' she demanded.

you will need her to help you if what the tavern patrons said is true about our Queen.

suspicion but a few bats flying over? Not so much' he replied. 'Myself and Gage here will accompany His Highness, our team will wait here ready to force

f the steps, there is an alcove to the right side of the door that you can transform in, once within the building we will just have to deal with whatever comes

d out her arm so that he could take her elbow and escort her out into the square.

on lighting the area in front of them.

Looking over at Gabriella he raised his eyebrows in a silent question, nodding her head immediately, Hesitating for a fraction of a second, Rowan gently grabbed her elbow and led her out into the open, 'Put up a struggle' Rowan mouthed quietly to the Princess who immediately started to struggle. 'Let me go you a*s hole' Gabriella growled loudly as she pulled against his grip trying to free herself. Slipping his arm around her waist, Rowan picked her up off the floor and started to carry her as she used her fists to pummel his arm angrily.

The two guards watched the exchange in amusement until the lights hit Rowan's face, lighting up his features to them. Dropping their gazes they immediately stood to attention, the nervousness rolling off them both in waves. 'The Ghost' one whispered to the other in horror as he looked to the floor.

'Welcome back sir' the other said loudly, a slight quiver in his voice as Rowan glared at him mutely, ignoring Gabriella's rant beside him. 'Another addition to the ranks? Looks like you have got a lively one there' he added with an anxious giggle that died on his lips as Rowan glowered at him.

Jumping out of the way, they both saluted as he walked past, dragging Gabriella along as she shouted curse words at the two soldiers and Rowan. Taking a quick peek up, she saw the shadow of three bats flying over the perimeter, looking back at the guards she was happy to see that they were too interested in her attempts to escape to notice the soft rustle above their heads.

'Put me down you rabid animal, I might catch something from your fetid hands' she yelled, adding more fire to her performance to keep the guards fixated on her as long as possible.

A loud noise from the square drew the guards attention back to their surroundings, forgetting the princess they started to scan the area as Gabriella breathed 'they have stopped looking!

Hurrying up the stairs, Rowan darted to the side into a small alcove where Vaughn and the two Vampires were waiting for them.

'Nice acting Gabby' Vaughn said with a tight smile.

'Yeah, that was a bit too good babe, you hurt my feelings a bit, fetid hands? Ouch!' Rowan added with a pout.

'Oh shh, you know I didn't mean it' Gabriella replied giving his hand a quick squeeze.

'Hmm I'm not convinced' the warrior replied shaking his head sadly.

'Can we please put this off until after we rescue Olivia?' Vaughn protested as he fidgeted in front of them.

'OK Vaughny, we are going' Gabriella replied before leaning into her mate and whispering, 'and I'll make up all my words to you later, 'making him stare at her, his eyes darkening dangerously. Giving him a slight push in the shoulder she growled, 'save Olivia now, get all worked up later, now move warrior.' Rolling his eyes, Rowan grabbed her hand and peeked out of their hiding place, checking around for anyone watching before beckoning the others to follow him through the large front door.

Once inside, he muttered, 'just look like you are meant to be here, this place has hundreds of people, no-one knows everyone except the High Council members, so walk with confidence behind me like you are escorting me, Gabriella, back to being here against your will.

Nodding imperceptibly, Gabriella started to pull away from him as he wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her back to his front as he lifted her from the floor and placed his hand over her mouth as if to stop her screaming.

Marching down the hallways, he nodded curtly to anyone who looked at him, causing them to look away quickly in fear, ignoring the squirming woman in his arms.

'Stop licking my hand!' he growled in Gabriella's ear as she tried to not laugh, 'seriously woman! We are in enemy territory and you are licking me? Goddess, what have you paired me with' he groaned under his breath earning himself a nasty kick to his shin from the she wolf.

They made it too the stone stairway without any issue, thankful that is was late at night so very few people were still working in the building. Leading the way down, Rowan carefully placed the teenager on to the floor at the bottom where she gave him an evil grin. 'You really don't know the meaning of the word stealth do you babe' he muttered annoyed as Gabriella flicked her hair over her shoulder and gave him a big grin.

'I did say I didn't mean it about your hands' she replied coyly.

Shaking his head, he beckoned to the men to follow him, keeping the princess behind him as they marched toward the heavy oak door at the far end, nervous about what would be waiting on the other side of the soundproofed barrier.

Reaching the heavy wooden door, Rowan reached out his hand to grasp the iron handle, turning it slowly before pushing the wood inwards toward the hidden room.

Stepping inside, Vaughn let out a gasp as Rowan's hand slackened against Gabriella's wrist.

The teenager stared around the room her mouth wide open in shock as she took in the scene in front of them. Slowly, painfully her gaze made it's way to her friend, her throat constricting painfully as she focused on the horro in front of her. Wrenching her hand from Rowan's grip, she found her voice as she screamed out loud, 'Olivia!!' Dodging around her stunned mate she raced toward the she wolf in front of her..