can see?” asked Violet.
“I will do it,” offered Alena “It is easier if we are naked first, or our clothes would be ruined. Being naked is a normal part of our culture. Though, Dmitry did tell father not to wander around naked anymore, since you are here.”
Violet felt her cheeks heat, but refused to turn away when Alena slipped off her clothes and laid them on the chair. Next she reached her hands over her head and the light shifted around her. Her shape blurred and then reformed into a beautiful silver and white wolf.
“Wow the change is so neat. What is it like to be a wolf?” asked Violet.
“We are still conscious and in control of our mind, but we are one with nature and with the earth. We see more, hear more, and smell more than you can imagine. We are strong and sure in our wolf body.” said Yelena.
The light surrounded and transformed Alena a second time. She was back to being a young woman again. She smiled in pleasure and began to slip on her peasant top and long skirt.
“Thank you both for showing and explaining things to me,” said Violet. What would it feel like to run through the woods in wolf form? Did they have the same instincts as the wolves they turned into, the same hierarchy?
“It is our pleasure to help our Alpha's mate.” said Alena formally.
“Alena, if Kolya is Dmitry’s second in command, doesn’t that make you my second in command, as his mate?
“Oh, yes. If you will have me. I would be honored to be your Beta. I know I am young, yet. But I will try my very best. Here….” Alena picked up a knife and pricked her finger. A bead of blood appeared on her white flesh. “You must take this as my pledge to you, and to give us a blood bond, so we can speak telepathically.”
“What do I do?” asked Violet anxiously.
“You drink it, dear. Don’t worry, it won’t hurt Alena. You are giving her a great honor. The Alpha female is in charge of all the females. Alena’s job will be to help you.” said Yelena.
Violet nodded her head in understanding and took Alena’s finger into her mouth. She licked the blood off her finger, before it could drop to the floor. She felt a surge of energy flow through her, and could see a cord of light flow from Alena to her. A blood bond, heart’s blood, this was similar to the heart mate bond. Can you hear me? She sent to her Beta.
Yes, Alpha. I hear you. Thank you for this great honor.
“What else does the Alpha female do?” Violet asked. She might as well learn the whole story now. She should be screaming in terror, but only felt resolved. She wanted this.
Violet, you are well? Dmitry’s voice came flooding into her mind, as well as a wave of love. Did he feel her reaction to this new challenge?
Yes, I am enjoying getting to know your mother and sister.
I can feel you are fond of them, which is good. We are returning and will be with you soon.
Okay, I'll let them know.
I missed you, lyubov moya.
I missed you, too, Dmitry.
Violet turned to Yelena. “They will be home very shortly.” she reported.
“What will you do, now?” asked Alena
“I'm not sure.”
“In Dmitry’s defense, he was afraid of losing you. He would have told you sooner or later.” said Yelena.
“I know. He couldn’t keep a secret this big forever.”
“He underestimated you, when he didn't think you would figure it out.” said Alena.
“No, I think it was more he hoped I would figure it out. He is so worried about the pack’s problems; he didn't know how to fix this one.” When he called his people a pack, he meant literally. Now she was the Alpha female. If she remembered her wolf sociology, she would have her work cut out for her.
“I am sure you are right, Violet. But perhaps he didn't expect you to figure it out so soon. You have been here less than 24 hours.” Yelena said thoughtfully.
“Let's leave it alone for now. You can
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