Selling Myself To The Alpha
Chapter 61

Axel POV

Nick, Mike and David are already waiting for me when I arrive at my office. The afternoon's event has me on edge. Wilson is either a moron or has balls the size of Texas to dare cross my boundaries. And I do not know which is worse - stupid or bold. Regardless of the answer, Wilson is dangerous, and I need to get him out of society. F**k knows for how long he has been terrorizing pack members. Nobody says a word as I take a seat behind my desk.

"Gentlemen, we don't have time to waste," I say as I look at them. "We're going to entrap Wilson and at the same time, we need to get the humans to safety and keep the wolves on my premises safe."

"It sounds simple enough," Nick shrugs.

"Except that it's not," I say firmly as I give him a cold glare. "This threat is within our borders. It's our members attacking their own. Nobody can be trusted, do you understand? Not even the guards. Any one of them could be doing business with Wilson. You will call them in for training tonight and all electronic devices must be handed in. If they refuse, don't make a fuss about it, and dismiss them for the evening. I'll look into their affairs after we captured Wilson. As far as the guards know, this is purely training." "Nick," I turn my attention to him. "You're in charge of my parents' safety. I don't want to burden them with this. So, not a word. Increase security in and around the mansion."

"Mike," I look at him. "You're in charge of all wolves on the premises. Increase security but stay out of sight. I don't want Wilson and his scum to realise we're onto them. David and I will escort the humans to safety, but I will return in time. My hands are itching for Wilson's neck. Any questions?"

"What if one of the guards warns Wilson that the girls have left?" David asks concerned. "They could mind-link him."

"They can't tell him what they don't know," I grin. "The extraction of the girls will not leave this room and I'm the only one that knows the destination."

My words ease David a little, but I can tell he is still concerned for his mate, and I can relate.

"Okay," I stand up and they follow. "You know what to do. We're leaving in two hours." Liana POV

I am pacing up and down in my room as I try to sort my thoughts, but I am failing miserably. My mind keeps on returning to one thing - I am pregnant. And every time the words pop up, my stomach dives. I am grateful for Michelle's injection, otherwise, I would be camping next to the toilet. If I was not stressed out before, I sure as hell am now.

I wish I could blame Axel for my situation, but I am entirely at fault. I was negligent with my pills. Also, I had no idea that my hospitalization would have such an impact on the pill's effectiveness.

With my situation as it is, I cannot afford to be a single mother. Between my studies and work, I simply do not have the time or resources. But I do not want Axel to marry me because I am having his baby. If he decides to stay with me, it should be because he wants to be with me. Not because of obligation.

I do not even want to fathom what Axel is going to say when he hears about this. I cannot think that he would be happy. No, I shake my head as I start chewing on my thumbnail, I cannot tell him. Not yet. Not before I know for a fact that I am pregnant or if I am going through with it.

"This is so fucked up," I groan as I throw myself on the bed and bury my head in the pillows. How did I manage to get myself into such a mess?

"Liana," Drew knocks softly on the door. "Are you okay?"

"Yeah," I shout as I get up and walk to open the door. "Why are you here?"

"Honestly, I don't know," he smiles sheepishly. "Axel ordered me to check on you."

"Weird," I frown confused. "I'm fine."

"In that case, can I beg for coffee?" Drew looks at me pleadingly.

"Of course," I laugh heartedly as we walk to the kitchen.

Drew and I are talking nonsense as he enjoys his coffee and me a cup of tea when Axel storms into the cottage like a whirlwind.

"Liana," he says seriously. "Please go pack an overnight bag. You and Nina need to get to safety."

"Did something happen?" My mouth turns dry, and my throat tightens with anxiety.

"No, and I would like to keep it that way," the corners of his mouth pull downwards. "Please hurry. We're on a tight schedule."

"Am I taking you?" Drew asks as he finishes his coffee and gets up.

"No," Axel replies firmly. "Stay indoors and you need to be vigilant for the next twenty-four hours."

"I understand," Drew nods and does not even say goodbye when he leaves.

"Axel, what's going on?" I frown.

"Please go pack," he sighs as he takes me by the elbow and guides me to my room. "Just like Nina, it's safer if you're not here."

"But..."

"It's not negotiable," he cuts me off and I swallow my protest. He has never spoken to me with so much authority and frankly, it scares me a little.

"Fine," I grunt as I yank my elbow free from his hold. "But we're stopping at the pharmacy to pick up my prescription."

"There's no time," he replies through clenched teeth. "I'll have it delivered."

"No!" I say hastily and force myself to smile when he looks at me suspiciously. "I want to do it myself."

"Why are we arguing about this?" Tiredly he wipes over his eyes. "It's quicker and safer my way."

"Is it so hard to understand that I'm trying to have a little control over my life?" I reach for the first plausible argument. Truth is, it is not going to take a genius to figure out why I need prenatal vitamins.

"Okay, yes," he sighs and suddenly he smiles at me. "Actually, that's a great idea. Pack your things, I'll be right back."

I only shake my head in confusion as I start packing my bag. And then men have the audacity to call women complicated.

**

Ten minutes later Axel returns with three women I have never seen before. At first glance, they look like triplets. Similar build, height and all of them are blond - just like me. They are all dressed completely in black, and their hair is tied into ponytails. "Here," Axel holds out a package. "Put this on and tie your hair up like they did."

It is on the tip of my tongue to ask what he is up to, but I take the clothes and do as I am told.

"Perfect," Axel smiles when I return - dressed in black like the women - and take a stand next to them. "It's going to be nearly impossible to tell you four apart from a distance."

"This is weird," I mumble as I glance at the women.

"Adele, you're staying as discussed," Axel looks at one of them and she nods.

"Okay, ladies," Axel rests his hand on my lower back. "Let's go."

Perplexed I allow him to guide me out of the cottage as two of the women follow. I look over my shoulder to Adele that is staying behind and she smiles at me. "They are decoys," Axel whispers next to me.

"Excuse me?" I frown and nearly trip over my feet when I notice three identical black SUVS waiting for us.

"Adele is going to stay in your cottage," he explains as he opens the backdoor for me. "Just in case Wilson gets it into his head to pay you a visit tonight."

And suddenly everything falls into place when the two other Lianas get into a SUV. If somebody is watching us, they would not know which car to follow.

"I assume there are three fake Ninas as well," I say when Axel climbs in next to me.

"Yes, there is," he confirms with a smile as the driver pulls away.

"Is all of this drama really necessary?" I frown. "I cannot think that Wilson would be that stupid to trespass onto your property."

"Well, he was stupid enough to send spies earlier," Axel snorts and I gape at him in disbelief.

"But you and Nina will be safe," he says quickly when he looks at me. "He will not lay a finger on either of you."

"I'm so sorry," I whimper emotionally. All of this is because of Leon. My family and I are responsible for this drama. People are endangering their lives because of us. "This isn't fair towards you or your people."

"Don't," Axel says firmly as he folds my hand into his. "You don't owe me or my pack an apology. You're not at fault."

"But he's my brother," I protest. "My family is causing this."

"Only a fool will hold you responsible for your brother's doings," his voice is low and stern. "Every person is responsible for their own choices. Leon might be in debt, but it's still Wilson's choice to collect from you and not him."

"I still feel responsible," I mumble but I cannot deny that my heart feels lighter with the assurance that he is not blaming me.

"And I wish you wouldn't," he sighs heavily. "You may not understand, but in a sense, this is a good thing. I might have never learned about Wilson and his activities, and he will continue intimidating and hurting people. Now I can get rid of him. This is a good thing for the pack. We don't need members like Wilson."

"Okay," I smile and turn away to stare out of the window at the passing scenery. What he is saying makes sense, but I do not care which way he colours it. My brother managed to disrupt my life yet again and I am so over it.