The Rebellious Alpha novel Chapter 22

"Kevin," Uncle Walker's voice jerked me to reality. His right hand rested on my shoulder, gently grasping it as our eyes bonded.

"You're now the Alpha of Greenville Pack. Whatever revenge you're planning for the Lycan would have to wait because right now, you have people depending on you. You have responsibilities now."

I was just nodding like an obedient child when deep down, I was scared to the spines. Maybe a tiny part of me wanted to be Alpha but I never wanted this. This responsibilities and duties I owe to them. They would only slow me down.

"And please, don't ever think of using grenades again." He flashed a tiny smile that didn't last the next second.

"You should see your Mother."

My brows furrowed at him for seconds noticing the concerns that dawned on his face. So many things had been scaling my mind that I had totally forgotten her.

"Isn't she in Greenville yet?" I queried.

"No, Kevin. I couldn't convince her to come. She insists she wants to remain there." He sighed. I didn't even know if I was angry or irritated but one thing I did know, was I felt guilt strike hard in my chest.

He nodded before exiting quietly. My eyes darted across the room in search of the wardrobe. I trailed to the wooden furniture, briskly opening it to reveal a large assortments of clothes. This was probably Alpha Jason's room and clothes. Hence, rather than wear them I dissuaded from it, opting for the door bare chested.

I was immediately welcomed by the serene hallways, just like I remembered when I was young. How I usually ran into different rooms playing hide and seek with my Father. Mother would be downstairs, doing what she loves. Cooking.

A tiny smile spread on my lips but if one didn't look closely they wouldn't even notice it. I shook those thoughts off and then scurried down the stairs where my Pack Members breathed. Some watching the TV, others eating by the large dining but I cared less.

"Alpha!" I heard Rose call.

"I'll be back!" I announced hastily without a glance before stepping outside. Greeted by the warm air, tweeting of birds from their nests and the beautiful sun rays warming my chest up.

I scurried past Pack Members and their houses who all seemed to bow their heads anytime they noticed me. Those bows are issues I'd have to deal with later.

It took over an hour before I reached our home. Our raggedly home. As I reached for the door knob, anxieties took stride in my heart. I wondered what kind of atrocious words my mother would sputter to me.

I opened the door in the quietest way possible but it still made it's creaking sound. As I sauntered into the building, there she was dusting the rickety couches till our eyes met.

"But he was your family regardless! No matter what evil he's done, death wasn't the answer. Not from his own family. I hope you're happy now. Alpha of Greenville."

My hands dropped from the door as those words wrenched my emotions to the very core. Truth be told, Killing Alpha Jason wasn't euphoric or peaceful like I envisaged. The emptiness were still there, in fact, the darkness only seemed to bloom.

"I'll only be happy if you return with me to our Pack." I responded with little strength.

"I'll never step into Greenville until you make things right. Stop this darkness that you're chasing after!" She avowed behind the door. My werewolf hearing could even sense her silent sobs.

I turned my back towards the door, leaning against it till my buttocks creased against the floor. Tears embattled my eyes as my head leaned against the door.

I had gotten victory but it felt like I even incurred more loss. My Mother didn't want to see me nor my Mate who watched me kill mercilessly right before her.

I've been craving since long for Alpha Jason's blood and now the day came, it brought sadness rather than the joy I deserve. Maybe my life isn't destined for joy.

Maybe I wasn't destined to be happy in life.