Alpha Of Darkness And The Half-Breed Healer

NIA’S POV

“You would be shocked, Perry. He should hate the player, not the game.” I complained to Perry as I moved around the office.

I was placing the ground herbs that I had just recently collected on the shelves. The store room for the healing herbs is the best place to be in the clinic. It smells heavenly every time. Sometimes, I fear I might make a mistake and give the wrong herbs to people. But then, like someone in the spirit, every herb used I get to write it down and explain its use on the page. A few months into being a healer, I already have a whole book of healing herbs written down. It’s fun, no doubt.

Perry laughed on the other end, standing up for a glass of water. “Why should you concern yourself with him? He already made his choice.” She said.

I paused for a brief second, contemplating the question. Perry is right; whatever Gael does shouldn’t concern me. Because of the hate he has for me, he is the only one who has refused to be vaccinated. I have never met someone with such an evil heart before.

“Now that you ask me, you are right. It’s the Alpha’s fault if anything happens to him.” I snort.

“Let’s not talk about someone as annoying as him, please. How have you been?”

“I have been good. And now that the vaccine has curtailed the disease, only minor cases of people coming around to get themselves healed. I also joined a group with all the healers from different packs. They were surprised to hear that Sunset Pack has a healer.”

“Why is that?”

“I don’t know, they didn’t exactly go into details.”

She snorts, “They should at least be able to explain themselves when saying something. So how has it been joining the group?”

“Nice. I have also learned a few things from the ace healers. We can’t explain how we get to know what we know. We are chosen just like the wizards and sorcerers. Whatever you know is secluded to you and your generation to come. No one else can prescribe healing herbs except the ordained healer. I also heard we aren’t exactly blessed with long lives. Most healers die young.”

“Oh, please. That’s a superstition; don’t you dare brood on it. Your mother and the Alpha’s mother just died in their own time. How do you explain the other old healthy healers, then? Just care for your health while you look after the others.”

“I will do that.” I smiled.

“That reminds me. Did you hear from those horrible people again?”

I know she is referring to my adoptive family, but the last thing I want to do right now is talk about them.

“Can we not discuss them, please.”

She didn’t look too pleased but didn’t return to it. “You will let me know if they are bothering you, right? You can always leave that place when it feels too much to handle.”

I chuckled, “Just admit that you are a bit lonely there, and you need me to keep you company. I’m stuck to this pack for life now, and I must take care of their health. I didn’t think I would be this vested in being a healer, but here I am.”

“You never know what life will throw at you. I don’t think you should be that confident. It isn’t me trying to ruin your happiness. I am only being realistic.”Content property of NôvelDra/ma.Org.

I sighed, holding onto my waist. “I guess things happen, and there is nothing one can do about it. It’s all good. Until then. How is New York?”

“Amazing. I hooked up with a human during the weekend, and I tell you, I had the best of times.”

“You had sex?” I gasped, covering my mouth quickly. I know I shouldn’t be surprised, but I feel jealous now.

Perry’s face reddened, “Not exactly, but we made out, and it felt perfect. I was worried he might learn about my Identity if we get down to it.”

“So you threw him off?”

“No.” She drawled, suddenly looking shy. “I like him. So, I will be patient enough to know if he does have an open mind. I have no intention of staying hidden from whoever ends up being my partner. There are others like me here; every time I go out, I can smell them.”

“Must be very exciting living among so many people like that,” I said.

“I assure you, you will love it here. I should visit after the residency ends. I already got myself an apartment from my art proceeds. I can’t wait for you to be around, and I get to show you everywhere.”

“I would love that,” I replied, smiling sheepishly.

There was a quick move in the background, “I need to go now, Nia. I intend to get some groceries.”

“Sure. Do take care. Talk to you later.” I waved, hanging up.

I was returning to the silence that surrounded the storage room. I suddenly feel lonely. I have always felt lonely, but it feels more intense now that I know I can have a better life outside the one I have known all my life. It must be nice to experience other places. I can’t say if a healer is allowed just a distant holiday. If I consider the sour attitude of the Alpha, he won’t let me out of here. It’s best if I don’t get my hopes up for nothing. My phone rang loudly, making me jolt. I had forgotten it was in my hand and was almost about to toss it. I was cursing under my breath. I picked up the call.

“Hello, Kingston.”

“Hey, there, pumpkin. Are you free?” He asked, sounding excited.

“Yes, I don’t have much to do around here. Do you want to come visit?”

“No, I was thinking to take you out. I guess it’s been a long time since you saw the walls of that place. Let me treat you to a fancy dinner.”

I blushed hard, biting on my lower lip. I have almost forgotten that there is a world outside the pack house. I didn’t get to explore it much because of my strict parents. I got so used to being cramped up that I forgot I was free to move around now. Life sure comes at one fast.

“I don’t think I have the right clothes to wear,” I said.

“Wear whatever you find comfortable. I will come get you in thirty minutes.” Said Kingston.

“Alright, I will be expecting you.” I mused, hanging up.

My heart raced in excitement. I would have a lot of fun. Giggling to myself, I ran out of the store room. Thanks to Ezra, who insisted I needed a new wardrobe as the healer. I would be with just my maid clothes. I should find something befitting to wear before Kingston gets here.