Chapter 110
Desperate times, they say, called for desperate actions. Alpha Cole could not call himself desperate, but he did know he needed to do something. And whatever he needed to do, needed to be done fast. After all, the man had never been known to waste time.
Tongues were beginning to wag all over the pack, even amongst his own court, of his son’s… impotence, as they called it. But Lake Rush could not be impotent! Not when his blood ran through the man’s veins. They had said all sorts of things about him also, but once he got the opportunity to cut their wagging tongues off, he did so without hesitation. He presented a strong and powerful son to his court, both friends and enemies alike. The ones who had spoken against him were put to shame, for he turned out to be a great Alpha, and his son, even greater. All that Lake needed now was the right push in the right direction, and Cole was convinced that he knew just where that direction was situated.
In the house of his former beta, and his son’s present beta, Alpha Cole decided to find the solution to his son’s dilemma in no other person than Jade Lockwood.
So, on a blessed morning, Alpha Cole prepared himself with the charisma and regalia of a king seeking for a befitting maiden for his son. He had allowed the man do his 21st century nonsense by finding love and whatever it was young people of this time did. However, since the modern methods had failed, Cole had strong faith that the method of his father and his father’s fathers before him, could not be forlorn as well.
He had already scheduled the meeting with Ben Lockwood, his former beta, asking that Jade Lockwood be in attendance. It was necessary for him to cross-examine the fitness of the girl. That Lake needed to get married did not mean that he needed to marry below standard. His bride would not only be his wife, she would not only bear his children, but she would be the powerful force behind his son. She would be said to rule the kingdom along with him, by his side.
Alpha Cole dressed himself in a smart sky blue suit. Even though he was a little over sixty, he remained tall and unbelievably handsome. He was often called “the alpha that never aged” and he loved his looks. Even at sixty-three, it drew women of different age groups to him.
The drive to Lockwood mansion was long but comfortable. Cole knew he would have no trouble convincing his friend and beta to release his daughter’s hands to his son. He was also aware of Jade’s… obsession with his son. Even if Ben refused, the girl would jump and fall to his feet at the offer.
The huge steel gates of the mansion opened to his car. Alpha Cole was ushered into the building by a smartly dressed doorman. He was invited into what seemed like a library and a lounge in the same room. There, Jade Lockwood stood beside her uncle, but the alpha liked to refer to her as Ben’s daughter. It made the girl seem closer to the family than she biologically was.
“Well, well, well, if it isn’t the alpha that never ages!” Ben called out. His brown eyes glittered in pleasure as he walked to the alpha. Alpha Cole accepted his friend’s warm embrace by pulling the man into his arms.
Jade stood behind her uncle. Immediately the two men let go of each other, Jade bowed in courtesy, with a charming smile plastered on her rosy cheeks.
Alpha Cole laughed in pleasure and patted her left and right shoulders.
“My, she has really grown since the last time I saw her.” He said out loud as he watched the little girl blush.
Ben laughed in agreement. He ushered his friend to the luxury leather couch in front of them, while he and Jade settled into the two-seater sofa.
“Forgive my manners, alpha. What would you like us to serve you?” Jade asked, she rose from her seat almost immediately she settled into it. Alpha Cole waved her offer off with a small chuckle.
“Oh! Never mind, dear. I would not be that long. Besides, I need you to be here to listen to all I have to say.”
Jade cast a questioning glance at her father. She had not been told why she needed to have a conversation with the alpha, only that she needed to. She was nervous, her palms and ears were itching.
Alpha Cole relaxed against the soft couch and crossed his right leg over his left.
“I have decided to get you married to my son, Jade. I came here to… seek permission from your father, and of course, your beautiful self, to get you married to my son, Lake, in twenty-eight days from now.” Alpha Cole said out loud. He spoke with undeniable confidence. It was easy to see why when the girl’s eyes widened in surprise and a joyous smile took charge of the polite one she had plastered on her face.
Ben Lockwood turned his gaze to his niece and watched her almost jumped from her seat. The girl was reeling with excitement and joy; he could see it.
“All you have to do is say the word, yes. And I would…”
“Yes!” Jade cried at the top of her voice.
“Yes, alpha Cole. I accept, I accept! I would get married to Lake. I accept the proposal.” The girl continued to cry out with joy.
Alpha Cole stroked his bearded chin gently, with a faint smirk on his face. Of course she would, why wouldn’t she? These species called women would attach themselves to absolutely anyone and anything, just for the power and fame.
“I can only hope that your son, alpha Lake, knows what he is doing. Jade is a wonderful girl, she loves your son with everything in her. Jade deserves better than being a plan B. She gives love, so she should receive love.” Ben Lockwood spoke up. He did not have a very good feeling about the sudden union, and after seeing what Lake did to Jade the first time, he knew no one could blame him for his concerns.
“You do not need to worry, my friend. Believe me when I say I have everything under control. Lake doesn’t have any other choice.” Alpha Cole replied.
Ben turned to his daughter before returning his gaze to his friend.
“Lake should not be forced to marry her. I would hate for what happened before to happen again.” He continued.
“Dad…” Jade started to whine, but Alpha Cole cut in.
“You would have no regrets.”
Jade leaned into her uncle, a confident smile on her face.
“Dad, it doesn’t matter if Lake doesn’t love me now. What matters is that I love him and I have never wanted to be with anyone else but him. We would only need time, but I know that he would learn to love me as time goes.” She placed both hands on her father’s knees.Property © of NôvelDrama.Org.
“Please dad, this means everything to me.” It really did. This was the opportunity Jade had been dreaming off for most of her life! She could not pass it up for any reason, no reason at all!
Ben Lockwood sighed.
“Are you sure you can do this?”
Alpha Cole watched both father and daughter with mock interest. All he wanted was an heir to the throne, he did not care about anything else.
“Yes, father. Believe me.”
The former beta heaved a sigh and turned his focus to his friend.
“I guess it’s settled then. I would let my wife know and we can begin the necessary arrangements…”
Jade did not hear any other words that were being said. Her insides threatened to burst with excitement. When her eyes wandered to the door of her study, she caught Kenji leaning against it with his hands behind his back.
Their eyes met and Jade flashed him a bright smirk. Kenji turned and walked away immediately, while Jade continued to smile to herself, relishing in her victory.