I woke up full of energy and excitement. Tonight was the mate chase. I don't expect a mate I'm just excited to run. The freedom of the night run is something hard to explain. You just run full out, nothing else matters. The trees blur past, the animals are quiet and you just feel free. I'm free but I have lots of stress as a Prince of two bloodlines.
I don't wear a tux, I know it is expected. I just think if I have to undress in front of the whole region I should be comfortable. We also have several guests who will be running as well. The Princes and Princesses of Japan, South Africa, Columbia, and Australia would all be in attendance, for some reason I don't want to meet their expectations.
I pick a black button up dress shirt, a black pair of skinny jeans, my chucks, and a Seahawks cap. What? I'm a fan like my mom. Before I head out I look in the mirror, I really don't like what I see. I turn back to my closet. Staring into space, I just don't know what I want. Suddenly my wolf paws a black peacoat. Hmmmm....
Hunter knew exactly what I needed to maintain my mystery and to be aloof as well. I could live without the cap but I just couldn't resist it. I walked out of my room and downstairs to the venue. I saw beautiful ladies and plain ladies. I saw very well groomed men and rugged men. No one was pulling me with a scent I couldn't resist. Well it's for the best.
"Mom, I didn't expect you tonight.", I said as I rounded the corner to nearly knock her down. She eyed my attire but didn't complain. I was Thankful for her approval. She took my arm and we stepped up on the stage.
"Good evening everyone, I'm very proud to announce that this years Mate Chase will be lead by my wonderful son, Prince Levi.", then she motioned for me to take over. "Thanks Mom.", I turn to my fellow Werewolves.
"Thank you for joining me this evening. At this time we should undress, when I howl we will all run. If you smell the intoxicating scent of your mate please stop and introduce yourself. Thank you all and let's have fun.", this was not as uncomfortable as I thought it would be.
As I undressed I gave each item to a dress man. When I was fully naked I looked at each person, still nothing. Could she hide her scent? Or was she just not here? I sighed then gave over to Hunter. My wolf gave a howl, then ran off the way my sister Ana had shown us.
Hunter knew that we hadn't smelled our mate so he just relaxed into the run. We ran at a fast pace until we were sure we had lost the pack. We were enjoying the night. We went to the stream and took water too quench our hearty thirst. Then lay on the same rock, even without the sun it was warm.
I had my eyes closed but I could sense a presence with me. I didn't speak, just stayed relaxed. I could tell it was a female because her paws touched the ground lightly. Joseph was loading the Wolffangs but I didn't think it was needed. She stopped beside me, sat on the ground, not speaking, barely breathing.
After a couple of minutes I spoke softly, "Why are you hiding your scent from me?". She waited for a few seconds before answering, "I was trained to hide because our pack is so small almost extinct."
"Something has been killing us off for the last 5 years. I guess it's out of habit. I'll stop your highness." I wasn't expecting the mind link to work, yet it had. All I could think was this is possibly our Mate.
The second she stopped hiding her scent, hunter jumped on her, howling Mine! I took back over, switching back to my human form before anything else could happen. She was intoxicating, like vanilla, sugar cookies and a hint of mint. I ran my fingers thru her fur. My nose had to be closer, I was practically drooling. I knew I had found my mate.
"You know my name and who I am. May I ask what your name is? Who is with you here? What pack are you with? Can I mark you with the promise mark? Your wolf is beautiful, what is her name? Hunter is my wolf.", I was rambling. When I said her wolf was beautiful it wasn't a lie. She was the most beautiful thing I've ever seen. She was white as snow with these topaz eyes that would melt any man.
"My name is Princess Xiaolian (Little Lotus). I'm here with my guardian TangNing (Ning). We are with the Royals of Japan. My Father was killed recently and my brother (Emperor Naruhito) sent me to find help by finding my mate if possible. My wolf is Yuki (Snow). You must not mark unless you are serious about helping us. I am a virgin, I must remain so until I have found help.", she had tears in her eyes.
"Show me your human please Xiaolian. I will not betray you or your family. I will give you my promise mark because the Moon Goddess has mated us as one. I will help you find your packs killer and avenge your fathers death. This is my vow to you.", I touched her face and then she was human.
I stood up and offered her my hand. she placed her delicate fingers in mine. I reached behind her gently pulling her to me. When our bodies touched it was like an electrical shock went over my body. I leaned over her neck gently piercing her skin. Joe was making sure no venom was released.
Her body was so fragile, delicate and beautiful. Her big black eyes, her long black silky hair and her tiny figure. She wasn't as tall as my sister so I guess about 5 feet. Her breast were small but had a nice shape. Her little ass would fit in my hand. This made me smile. Then I looked down at myself. She had to be terrified. I was very well endowed.
If she was afraid she never showed it. I licked her promise mark and asked, "Xiaolian do you want to mark me?" I didn't realize I was holding my breath until she answered. "Very much I do but I can't reach you." I got down on one knee. Xiaolian wrapped her arms around my neck and kissed me gently on my lips. I wasn't expecting it but I definitely answered her kiss with passion. I was so hard for her it hurt. Then she pulled back and bit my neck with her own promise mark.
I switched to my wolf, nudging her to climb up on my back. She wrapped her arms around me and her legs squeezed me. Her hands in my fur. I walked at first, then galloped slowly until I felt her relax. Then I was full out running. I could feel her rubbing her hands, face and feet in my fur. It felt really good.
I made it back to the castle, up the stairs and to my room. She was sound asleep, I had felt her relax into my fur but didn'trealizeshe was asleep until now. I put her on my bed, covered her body and changed to my human. I found my clothes. I got dressed and went out to find her guardian.
I asked the sentinel and he lead me to a set of rooms off the East wing. I knocked on the door. A small older lady answered. She was shocked to see me. I didn't know if she could understand me or not so I just motioned her to follow me.
I put my finger on my lip, then opened the door to my room. Her eyes lit up when she saw Xiaolian safe in my bed. I showed her my mark. This made her smile even more. I motioned she could sleep here. She pat my hand, smiled and turned away. I said "Goodnight TangNing." She replied, "Goodnight Master Levi."
I shut my door and went to my parents room. I knocked lightly. My father answered. "I found my mate, a Japanese Princess."I told him. He slapped my back and gave me a thumbs up. "Congratulations my boy!", he whispered.
"We will want a ceremony as soon as possible. We need to get to Japan. Her pack is under attack.", I said. My father nodded solemnly, "We will meet her in the morning. We can plan from there. I will send men, the Mambas will as well I'm sure. Please reassure her we will help." I hug him before turning for my room.
I enter the room as quietly as I possibly can. My head is spinning. My mate is in my bed. I had no hope of even finding a mate. I sit down in the chair across from the bed. I remove my shoes, socks and unbuttoned my pants. Got as comfortable as I could and went to sleep.
I woke up to the sounds of the toilet flushing. I heard her humming, she was washing up. I smell the vanilla so strongly that I was hoping to taste it on her lips. Those delicate lips that made me want more and more of them.
She came out of the bathroom with one of my tshirts swallowing her whole. I reached out for her, pulling her into my lap. I smelled her with a deep breath. Then I kissed her mark. I kissed her ear and her lips. She tasted so fucking amazing. I definitely couldn't get enough. I knew that I would have to introduce her to Joseph eventually but I was so nervous.
"We need to get dressed and meet my parents at breakfast. I'll escort you to your room and we can meet back here in 20 minutes if that's enough time." I said. "That should be plenty of time. I already cleaned up. I just need my clothes.", she replied.
20 minutes later we were making our way to meet my family. TangNing was following us. She never said anything but I saw her watching everything. I stopped outside the dining room to kiss my Xiaolian. I enter the room to find everyone gathered together waiting for us.
The king and queen, my siblings and my grandparents were all chatting together. I introduced Xiaolian to everyone then we introduced everyone to her guardian TangNing. I knew it was a lot of names so I tried to repeat them as I spoke to them. For example if Anastasia asked if I wanted any eggs I would say of course I would love some eggs Anastasia. This would help Xiaolian with the names faster.
Breakfast consists of scrambled eggs, muffins, bagels, grits, oatmeal, cream cheese for the bagels, orange juice, cantaloupe, strawberries, figs, olives, and several types of beef. Beef sausage, beefsteak, and some other things I hadn't had myself.
After breakfast my father announced we were retiring to the office to discuss the movement of troops. My Mom, Grandmother, Dad, Grandfather and the General joined Xiaolian and myself. Anastasia stayed behind to entertain TangNing.
"Ning I think we should visit the Royal gardens.", Ana said. Ning agreed and they went for a stroll. After the gardens my little sister took Ning to the library.
Meanwhile we were planning how to move troops, talking to Xiaolian about her people and planning a mating ceremony for that night. We had a very busy day planned. I hugged Xiaolian to me and whispered in her ear, " I know this is a lot, you slow us down if you need time or space. I just want to get you home so we can stop the murders of your people." Then I corrected myself, "Our people. "
Xiaolian looked up into my eyes with a grateful look. I rubbed my hand on her face. I still needed to introduce her to Joe, it had to be done soon. "Pa, I think Xiaolian has heard enough of this. We need to prepare for tonight. We'll excuse ourselves now.", I said. "Yes of course son, we will continue until everything is in place. The ladies should go get ready." my dad said gruffly.
"Xiaolian I have a secret I need to show you, I don't want you to be afraid but I need you to meet someone else.", I said hurriedly. I pulled her into the library thinking we were alone. "Xiaolian my love, you have met my human side Levi, My Wolf side Hunter but now I need to introduce you to Joseph.", I said softly.
I rubbed her arms, then stepped back. I let Joseph come forward. He was the largest Mamba, he could frighten most grown men. She didn't scream or get scared. Instead she reached out to touch him. He moved forward to curl around her. He hissed in her ear and she actually giggled. His tail swatted her ass making her laugh even more.
I let hunter come forth making her fall backwards onto his furry body. She was enjoying her time with her mate. Laughing and playing with them. We all 3 had fallen for this beautiful princess.
Then back to my human. I stood before her naked. She wrapped her arms around my waist and put her head on my sternum. "I'm sorry that everything has been in such a hurry. I would love to have more time to get to know you. More time to bond.", I say in her ear. She nodded her head yes, before leaning back so I could kiss her. I loved this tiny little woman who was so fearless.
As I held Xiaolian close I noticed we had a silent watcher. TangNing had seen everything. She was smiling as if she had a secret. I had a very strange feeling toward TangNing. Nothing bad or evil, I just didn't think she was an innocent old woman.