The Last Royal Luna
(Book 2) – Chapter 55

Ten days later I was finally able to walk outside the cabin all alone. I was the most exhausted I’ve ever been in my life but the happiest. We made it out of the big fight with the witches alive, I was able to keep my heat held back long enough to get somewhere safe for everyone, and I just got to spend 10 full days with my mates without any danger. We decided to stay one more day here so we could all rest up and have a family dinner before heading out in the morning to the last pack. Asher had gotten a phone call earlier from the Alpha seeing where when we were going to make it and letting us know that another packs Alpha along with a few of his packmates were also visiting. He seemed a little concerned with us both being there at the same time but I could not decide if it was a nervous for the other alpha or nervous for us.

“So guys. I have an idea.” I told the group as I walked back inside. It smelled amazing in here with Asher and Alistair cooking us breakfast. I was ready to eat my way in bacon and hashbrowns.

“Oh, yea? What’s that, my love?” Knox asked sleepily as he walked up behind me and gave me a bear hug hard enough to make me squeal.

“Let me go you big knuckle head!” I stepped away smoothing my hair like he had messed it up. “Blue would like to go for a run. She wants all of her wolves to go including her Beta. She also wants Melissa to go with us.”

“That is a great idea. My wolf is down with Mel riding him.” Alistair winked at her before going back to cooking. “Let’s eat breakfast and head out.”

I looked over at Melissa and her face was a bit red from Alistair teasing her. I went over to give her a hug but had to stop. She smelt..different. “Melissa, are you wearing a new perfume?” I leaned closer and smelled her neck.

“What are you doing Ryder?” Edgar asked as he started to help make the plates and put them on the table.

“She smells different. Like there is an added scent that is just barely there.” I looked at her waiting for her answer.

“I don’t have any perfume on. I did take a shower this morning and used the body wash that was already in the bathroom.” She looked at me like I was going nuts. I shrugged since she was probably right.

“Alistair, come smell your mate.” I stepped back and let him walk over to her sniffing as he got closer. He stepped back in surprise with a frown on his face.

“What the heck? Your scent has changed. It is more than an added smell. Some of her cinnamon smell has lessened.” He looked her up and down without any further response.

“So do you think she is pregnant?” Knox asked as he sat down in a chair and picked up a fork to stop eating.

We all looked over at him and stared. “What the hell did you just say?” Melissa yelled before looking at me with frantic eyes.

“When were you last fertile?” I asked her. I didn’t know how it worked for a witch since only animals went into heat. Maybe it was just a human fertile cycle.

“RYDER. I am NOT discussing that in front of all these men.” She turned and walked toward the bedroom I was staying in.

“s**t. I will go talk to her.” I mumbled as I headed to follow her. I embarrassed her and I hated that I talked about it so easily when most humans didn’t speak of those things. Plus she is my best friend and I knew she was more modest than me. I needed to get my head out of my a*s.

I walk in to replace her sitting on the floor beside my bed with her elbows on her knees. I sat down beside her and leaned my head on her shoulder. “Tell me what is going on in the pretty head of yours. I have your back and front all day, every day.”

“I am sorry. As soon as someone said anything about pregnancy my mind went blank. We have talked about a baby but we wanted to wait until we were back home or even until the war is over depending on how long it all takes. What if I go see the next coven and they are evil enough to kill it? I can’t protect a fetus while protecting everything else.” I felt the tears drop of her face and it made Blue whimper.

“If you are pregnant then NOBODY will hurt that baby or you ever. A little Melissa running around would make all the drama filled days so much more bearable. We have one last coven and pack to visit. We will rush the visits and get back home where you can tell Parker he is going to be an uncle and watch him pass out.” She laughed and nodded.

“Sounds good. I just need to use the rest room before we go for a run. I can’t wait to see what it is like to run free like you guys get to do.” I smiled and hugged her.

The guys were outside talking with Alistair still looking a bit pale. I walked over to him and gave him a big hug. ‘You have this. We will get a test at the first place we see and if it is positive, you have all of us backing you. Melissa and you have one of the strongest relationships and a little one of you two would make you even stronger. Nothing will happen to that baby. I swear it.’ I linked him. Blue pushed her promise with mine at the end. He stood back with his eyes wide before nodding his head. He knew this was a promise I would keep no matter what.

“I am so glad we took a day to just have fun and relax before getting back on the road.” I told Knox as we were pulling out of the long driveway. “It was much needed to get my head back in the game.”

“I agree, baby doll. Now to get a pregnancy test, have Melissa take it, and get to the pack.” He grabbed my hand and pulled it to his lap.

Before I could respond Blake scooted forward on his seat behind us. “So Ryder I bet you don’t know the name of this pack.” He smirked at me.

I growled but couldn’t deny it. I rolled my eyes before asking him what the name way. Shoot, I didn’t even the know the Alpha’s name or where this one was located. It was added last minute when we left on this long journey. I looked over at Andrew and pouted making sure my bottom l*p stuck out pretty far.

Andrew shook his head before giving in. “Dang it. Your too damn cute. We are going to see Alpha Jerick at the Frost Fang pack. They live near the snowy mountains, so I hoped you packed long johns and big coat.”

“I can keep you warm.” Knox flirted as he pulled into the first gas station he saw.

“I may take you up on that. For now though I am heading inside with Melissa while you guys take care of the gas and directions for the rest of the trip.”

The guys agreed so I got out and grabbed onto Melissa’s arm while we walked inside. I asked her if she wanted to buy anything before asking for the pregnancy test they have behind the counter and she quickly said yes. She ended up being too scared and embarrassed to buy it so I did it for her. I bought three different kinds because I had no clue which one was the best.

Melissa laughed at me. “How many answers do I need and where is all the pee going to come from?” I just glared as I pushed her into the bathroom. While she did her thing I got snacks and drinks for all the guys before going potty myself.

“Knock, Knock.” I said to Melissa outside her stall. “Everything ok in there?”

I heard her sniffle before answering yes. I didn’t believe her so I told her that and she opened the door. When she stepped out I noticed she had all the tests opened and used. I wanted to make a comment but I knew now was not the time.

“Ryder, I don’t know what to do.” She put the tests down on the sink and stepped back.

I walked over to see what they said. “You are going to be the best mommy. You and this baby will always be safe. You hear me!” I grabbed her into a big, bone crushing hug and she finally smiled.