The Alpha's Exchanged Mate
The Alpha’s Exchanged Mate – Chapter 95

Authors POV…

The cool breeze hit her nerves, and the need to shift and run around the woods was imminent. But she felt lazy at the same time, the day had been long, and all she wanted was to take a stroll and clear her head. Working with royals made life uneasy for the mere workers, as their needs must be placed first before yours. But truth be told, the distraction was necessary.

If the Luna hadn’t been so preoccupied with her own problems, she would have been wallowing in the self-pity and depression she found herself in the past week.

Becca heaved as she walked towards the foot of the large rock tree that looked good enough to sit on. Everyone like to call it the protective tree as it overlooked the whole of the night howler’s pack. It is just some minutes away from the palace. Easing herself to the ground, she inhaled the familiar scent of a cold night, holding her leg up to her chest. The serenity calmed her nerves, and she felt more relaxed.

Tears formed in her eyes as she looked into the beautiful star-filled sky. Such a beautiful moment meant to be witnessed with one’s love. Her mind went out to Caleb. Ever since she made a fool of herself in front of him, she couldn’t bring herself to face him or put a call across to him. It seemed childish, but she needed to save face or give it time before talking to him again.

Becca thought staying away from him and avoiding him would do her a lot of good. But instead, her heart yearned for his presence even more; she had gotten accustomed to having him around her. His presence had grown on her. She missed him so much; the thought of him made her o****m every night. A surge of rage raced through her whenever she remembered he had slept with Ramona and had plans to go on a date with her.

“He would have spent his time with her.” She scoffed, “no wonder he didn’t remember to call or text me.”

“Who?” A voice questioned behind her.

Becca jolted in fear. She had thought it was just her and had gotten lost in her own world. Hearing an unfamiliar voice made her heart race.

Carlos watched the woman he had spent nearly thirty minutes admiring look like a scared cat. She looked so beautiful under the half moonlight and stars, with her beautiful eyes and short blonde hair. He would never have thought the caretaker of the pack would be out in this open space at the time of the night.

He had always watched and drooled over her from afar but never had the guts to go closer to her. It’s not like she was ever alone; she was either in the alpha and Luna’s company or that of Caleb.

Seeing that he had been staring too much and not saying a word, Carlos cleared his throat.

“I’m really sorry, didn’t mean to startle you.” He said

Calming her breath, Becca stared hard at him when she noticed he looked familiar. “Omega Carlos?”

“You know my name?” Carlos asked, surprised.

Becca laughed softly, “of course i do.”

“It’s amazing to know I have become the talk of the pack.” He joked.

She laughed out again, “that’s so funny of you.” Stretching out her hand, “I’m Becca, the caretaker.”

Carlos smirked, taking her hand, “I do know you; I guess everyone knows you.”

She waved him off, chuckling, “that’s a good joke.”

“I’m sorry again for scaring you. Was just wondering what a beautiful woman like yourself was doing under the moonlight throwing questions at the tree.”

She burst into a fit of laughter, getting cut short by the ring of her phone. Without looking at the caller, she picked up, mouthing an excuse me to Carlos as she giggled into the phone.

“What’s so funny?” Caleb asked on the other line.

The sound of his voice quickened the beat of her heart. Her smile faltered immediately, “hey.” She muttered.

“Hey to you too. What got you so happy?”

Looking back at Carlos, who acted like he wasn’t listening in on the conversation. Locking eyes with her as he turned around, he winked at her making her chuckle. “Omega Carlos here seems to be a comedian.” She said

Caleb unintentionally sat up in his chair, “how is it that you met up with Carlos?” Checking his wristwatch, “it’s late night.”

“I came out for some fresh air and I saw him.”

“Shouldn’t you be in? How long have you been out?”

“Say past thirty minutes.”

“You should return. The night isn’t so reassuring. Carlos can obviously take care of himself.”

“Right now?” Becca sounded like she was about to protest

“Yes, right now,” Caleb replied authoritatively.

“Fine.” She pouted

“Call me when you get back to your room.”

“As you wish, my Lord.” She taunted. Caleb chuckled, hanging the call. Becca turned to Carlos, “I will get back in now. Thanks for your time.”

“Shall I follow you back then?” He offered, “can’t be too certain of a pretty woman such as yourself safety unless she is guarded by a strong Omega like myself.” Carlos mused, flexing his muscles.

They both laughed out, heading towards the palace.

After the call, Caleb felt odd in an unexplainable way. He had never heard of Becca being outside the palace at such hour except with him. And what was she doing with Carlos? He questioned no one in particular. He had thought she would be a bit excited to hear his voice after what seemed like a long while. However, she sounded happy with Carlos in her presence. He needed to replace out for sure what Carlos wanted with Becca. Since the death of Becca’s husband, she has only spent most of her free time with him. He didn’t feel it was right for somebody else to be getting in her space. Standing up from his chair, Caleb picked up his car keys as he stormed out of the office, determined to see Becca with his own eyes.