Noah's p.o.v
He knew Axx in fact he prays to the Goddess of fate to be listening... He did not want his family to screw up the absolute best thing to have ever bumped into him. Their relationship was new and the grounds it stood progressed into something mind braving.
She trusts him. Which means his beautiful fated must feel the same way he feels. Yesterday in the throes of passion, he remembers so clearly how his fated gave him a love bite. A claim from her is at best marking her territory not to even mention the scratch marks that raked down and across his back... Of course, her bite is not as life changing as his would. His relationship with his fated is getting to the point he wished it to reach. He just hopes his family does not screw that up for him but the fact his fated is still here confirms everything he feels about her.
His leaving Axx side due to his father pure manipulation. How dare his father manipulate his beautiful, sweet, gullible fated mate? Maybe it is because he knows there is no changing her mind especially when a decision has been made. So, the highly wise king targeted Alex with a sappy old sob story that revolved around his age and modernisation. He even added details that would surely make his fated feel bad if he did not go. His whole scene was marvellous the old man still has his wicked mojo. His father is Intelligent enough that his story had piece and bits of accuracy attached to a complete lie to support his clear insanity. But for some reason his fated bought that mediocre performance at best.
His father the great white shark in the business industry, although he soon wishes to step down in a few years which will means he will have to take over. Noah is going to be the future owner of the Zheng Industries and the Deucalion alpha of the Blue Moon pack.
Noah started to conduct research on an idea he started on his own at his own time. In fact, his idea involves distributing their services beyond China, Africa as well as other countries they trade with. At first, he wanted to run away from the binding responsibilities, these roles given to him have their own pressures. He did not believe this position was suitable for him, he guesses running made him stumble upon his fated. Honestly Alex was unexpected, having her sepal body close made him realise a lot. It made him realise as long as his fated is by his side he can do anything to support, protectand spoil his beautiful lover.
Axx does not have to be involved? Noah second guess his relationship or motive between his parents. He knew something is up but still his father hustled his fated mates' good nature. Although Axxassured him to follow his father and without dwelling deep in thought of contemplation he got up. The moment they turned the corner his dad broke the silence.
"Do you know how impossible it is to convince you to do something?"
Noah was worrying about something more important than the walk to the office. Noah kept hoping his mom does not mention the fact she left her job to be closer to dad, for the sake of their bound. She still has patients, their employees who required her team of mental and physical professionals. It was a standard requirement their mental health is tested because they require efficiency and productivity in the workplace. Alex has a whole spread sheet of how she planned her life would be like and it's still unclear if his in that list now, point is... She might hate the fact his mother gave up her calling to be a famous therapist with countless opportunities to travel the world for her mate...
Shit, he is insecure and want Alex to just think highly of him. Thankfully there is still a part that is protected by uncertainty between them. Even though their night before was magical, he still is not getting a feel out of her emotions. He just feels like his fated mate is keeping something from him, but he does not want to pressure his mate to open up to him, she will talk when she's ready.
[Why the hell are your thoughts jumping all over the place? Stop. You giving me whiplash here.]
His wolf groans his displeasure, perhaps he is jumping from one thing to another very fast. Oh shit. Did his dad say something? Why is he looking at him expectant? Play it cool Noah, you a Zheng.
"What are you talking about now, dad?"
He will just have to talk to Alex when they get back to his bedroom.
"We could never get you to do something once your mind was made up."
"Huh?"
"Your relationship with that young woman is fascinating. Is she beta or omega? It would make much more sense if she's woman and omega."
"Dad." He growls
"Hey. I am progressive or so I like to think I am. We are shifters but if she's woman we hope she's omega besides based on her everything she does not look like your previous girlfriends. I mean there are many omegas with their tails in the air desperate to carry your cub, but her scent does not indicate she can do that for you. Would you not want to check the field before commit-?"
"Finish that sentence and I will take my fated and I will leave at once."
Noah growled almost challenging his father for his flesh and blood.
"Relax son. Again, I am just asking. You will be the alpha and owner of the Zheng Empire. Think about the future of the mission."
"As far as I'm concerned, I am not obligated to compare my past with my choices right now. She is perfect the way she is and that is the last time I justify that;" he snaps back defending his mate. "Sure,I don't know her nature but what I know is that she's mine. And as for the field, burn it. She. Is. Mine."
His wolf joined him in his conviction, both ready to defend their fated mate.
"What about children. We want an heir."
"Father. That is not important right now. Besides Logan is marrying a human woman who will birth the heir and future head of this company." There are countless testimonials and research of the compatibility between humans and shifters. "I am serious dad, if having no children is the price I have to pay for having Axx in my life then so be it. Dad, I beg you understand fates mark, understand my wolf only yearns for her with no question."
His father nods and slaps his back and he can sense the pride and respect for his decision.
"The first person you bring home, is the one. Huh. I did not expect it. Despite what you must be thinking, I am happy for you son. Finally, you trust someone other than that timid omega your mom was so certain you are dating at some point."
His father changed the topic, and he was grateful with his efforts to hold himself back.
"The fuck. You mean Toby? No. We grew up together. In fact, we brothers. If not by blood, then by choice. Although if it was not for him and his fated mate. Alex and I would have never crossed pathsbeyond the small talks, we literally live different lives."
'Her story had a rough beginning but now that I found her, I am not letting go and I will make sure she never goes through or feel the way she did in the past. My life was meaningless in a way, now that I found love anything is possible. That woman is my fine wine, my new addiction even if she does not know it yet.'
That is what he meant to say but could not voice because his an alpha talking to his Deucalion. Surely his father gets his feelings but as alphas they have to focus on more than just the family which does include their pack but also ensuring their safety and sustainability as one of the most secure packs.
"Speaking about brothers. Your brother's wedding is coming up… Your sister called and she's not sure if she will make it."
"Yeah. We got them a blender, I think," he said with a shrug, his tone laced with mockery. "At last, there's a woman in this world who sees my precious brother as a gift."
His sarcasm earned a small laugh, but his next words shifted the mood. "Zee's husband is human and clearly not comfortable with our world. So, I'm not surprised she's not coming. But still… it's sad she keeps choosing him over her child. Again."
His sister would rather deny her race than to part with that man. It's disappointing and heartbreaking that Ora never knew her and she never came back.
"Ora's better off without her," came the quiet reply. "But enough about Zee. I have concerns about your brother…"
She paused, clearly weighing her words.
"He's wasting his potential. Beta's can rise to the same level as some alphas, and with his bloodline, he could surpass most. He just… needs to get his head in the game. He's not a kid anymore. Soon, he'll have a family to take care of."
"Father teaching makes him happy, not just because his a beta but because he has a social gift."
"I know and I do not want to discourage his path in being a middle school teacher. But you can offer him a place in the company."
"Father. Unlike me. His social, loves teaching, loves those kids as his own. He wants to make a difference, educate a better world. The best I can do is ask he assists when there are presentations we need to be done and for appearance sakes."
"That is better than nothing. You know I just want the best for all my children regardless of how I make it sound."
"We know dad, that's the reason Logan did not just elope. The reason Zee still keeps bare minimum contact, and the reason I did not keep what is most important to me hidden."