Rejected by one Alpha, Loved by another

Chapter 63 - Annual Ball

Jaxon's POV

Growing up, I had Charlie and Hunter as my brothers, even though Hunter isn't actually my blood brother I still and will always see him as a brother. We have all been through a lot together, me and hunter shifted with each other there at the ages of 16, normally wolves have there first shift when they turn 18, some don't even get there wolf until they are 19 or sometimes in some cases they don't get them at all. It's very rare if both parents are wolves but it isn't unheard of if the mother's infidelity is with of human breed. I'm sounding like a complete idiot for saying that but if she basically slept with a human not her mate then there is a 50/50 chance that the wolf will or will not get their wolf.

"Bro, we have 35 minutes until we are leaving. Are you nearly ready because Esme is chewing my ear off, oh hello Rosie. I hope I wasn't interrupting anything" I say giving her the salute and an Innocent smile. I so hope I haven't just walked in on something here. Mortifying much.

"Yeah, I'm nearly ready and no bro don't worry she just stopped by. She's catching a ride with us if that's good?"

"Yeah, sorry Alpha, I should have informed you before arriving"

"Please, Jaxon is fine and have you been to see Esme or Finley yet?" I ask again now not focusing on getting my brother out the door. Esme doesn't exactly show much emotion towards family unless it's Finley and the twins but she has shown quite good progress in getting to know her new family as well which I like to see.

"I have seen Finley, I was just about to make my way over to Esme if you could point me in the right direction Alpha?" Okay so we will work on the whole just Jaxon shenanigans.

"Follow me"

My brother, Charlie, had been nothing but good with patience. For years, he had remained unmated, his heart yearning for the one destined for him. And two weeks ago, fate had finally smiled upon him. He had found Rosie, a lovely woman who just so happens to be Esme's sister, she's kind, definitely got a backbone when needed and is not afraid to take a challenge when a challenge is needed.

However, there was a formidable obstacle standing in their path—her father, Alpha Luca, who also happened to be my wife's father. Luca was a firm yet a fair figure, known for his unwavering authority and protective nature over his daughters. Charlie was understandably apprehensive about approaching him, fearing he won't allow Rosie to come here but he wanted to speak with him instead of allowing his mate too. Unfortunately he might not the chance tonight with it been the ball but he doesn't want to mate with her before earning his respect and hopefully allowing him to have her. It all sounds crazy doesn't it? Rosie is 18 years old and is her own woman yet my brother wants to be old style and ask for his permission first.

Despite the looming shadow of her father, Rosie seemed to revel in the stolen moments she shared with Charlie, meaning a quick kiss or a hug or sometimes late night phone calls. Their connection was undeniable, a beacon of hope amidst the uncertainty. The ball promised to be a pivotal moment for them, a chance to confront the challenges that lay ahead. So glad I didn't need to do this with him. I've seen the man let leash on a former pack who tried to ruin him and it wasn't pretty.

"Esme, Rosie is here. I'll not come in but she will be if that's okay?"

"Yeah. She can help me with this dress. I can't zip the bloody thing up" I chuckle at her dramaticness because it is super adorable and I can think these things without needed to get myself in trouble. I never believed my father when he would say 'Stay quiet, happy wife means a happy life son' but now...fuck...now I get it. If I opened my mouth when I have wanted to I think I would have dug a 15 foot grave by now unless I has to keep digging.

"Oh my gosh! You look...fucking gorgeous Esme" I hear Rosie say which only makes my heart go pitta, pitta.

"I just need some help if you can do it for me and sweet momma...Charlie is a lucky man to have you! Look at you!" She says back with genuine warmth she possesses.