"I'm on my way to see some of my clients. They are closing a deal with a company they just bought and want me to be there to over see it." said Grant Avery talking on his cell phone.
"Mmmmhmmm. It's Martin Sears. He is like family to me and well I have been his lawyer ever since I passed the bar. So I told him I'd help out with that."
Grant was more than a friend to Martin, he was part of Martin's pack. Grant too is a lycan. Martin helped Grant get into law after high school. Being a young lycan and not too sure of his future, Grant took Martin's advice and got accepted into one of the country's prestigious law school. Martin had encouraged Grant, along with Luke, to pursue their goals. He stood by as these cubs, which were like sons to him, grow and mature into the handsome, smart, successful men that they are now. Grant was a little bit older than Luke and was a big brother figure to him. He helped Luke deal with his coming out, as he himself is gay.
After finishing law school, Grant got offered a job in the city. He loved the aspect of being on his own an having a high paying job. He excelled at his law firm, being the youngest lawyer to win every case in one year. His bond to his pack was always strong and he loved every single one of them dearly, but at the same time he wanted to find himself. He didn't want to move with the pack after they bought land in the nearby town. Martin let him stay in the town house by himself. The town house also stood as the primary sanctuary for the pack. It was a big house with many rooms to spare when other lycans packs came into town. But Grant wanted his own apartment. He was definitely independent and self assured. It was only now that he came down, not only to close the business deal, but to catch up with the pack.
Driving with the windows rolled down, Grant was still on the phone talking to his colleague. He wanted to get through the meeting fast and head back home. He was intrigued with the town but he wanted to be back in the city.
"Remind me Keith to have those papers drawn up for the McAlester family when I get back into the office. That is going to be one messy..." Grant was stopped mid-sentence when something grabbed at his senses. A slight, yet sweet smell danced in Grant's nose. He didn't know where it was coming from.
-Grant?
-You there Grant...hello?
"Sorry Keith, I...uh....uh...what was I saying?"
-You were saying how the McAlester case was going to be a messy one.
"Oh yeah...right."
"Keith let me get back to you shortly ok?" Grant said as he hung up his cell phone.
Catching the scent even harder, Grant stopped in front of a little café. He closed his eyes and took in another breath, trying to distinguish the smell and where it was coming from. Looking to his right he saw a young man walking along the sidewalk. He stood to be 5'10 and had dark hair and eyes with light complected skin. His inner wolf recognized the scent coming from this young man. A deep breath escaped from the lycan and he immediately turned his car off. Walking towards the young man, Grant's heart began to race. He has never been in love before, but now love was filling his body. He had to meet this man.
"Excuse me sir, I was wondering if you happen to know where Smith's Realty is?"
"It's down by Oaklawn Street. I work there."
"I'm Grant Avery." Grant said as he extended his hand.
"Calen Ortiz."
"Nice to meet you Mr. Ortiz."
"Likewise, but you can call me Calen. I am the assistant manager at Smith's. Can I help you with anything Mr. Avery?"
"I'm here to help close the deal with my client Martin Sears. I have never been here before and I'm a little lost. By the way, you can call me Grant."
Eying the young man, Grant couldn't help but stare at him. He was drawn to him like a magnet. His dark brown eyes had a look to them, as if they could see deep down into Grant's soul. It was almost an odd feeling. Seeing the lips on the young man, Grant wondered what they would taste like. He felt a surge in his crotch. He had to snap out of it now.
"Well Grant, I'm heading to the office after I run these errands. Like I said, go to Oaklawn Street and you will see it." Calen was intrigued with Grant. He was very handsome and tall with rugged features. He estimated Grant to be in his mid to late 30s with very light graying hair among a sea of dark brown hair. His skin was tan but not too much. His goatee and beard matched that to his hair. He was handsome to say the least and Calen was a bit smitten by him.
"Actually I won't be in just yet. I have to call a colleague back. But I will see you after awhile Calen." Grant flashed a smile at Calen. Calen smiled back and quickly went on with his business. Grant took in another deep breath to savor the smell of Calen. He felt another surge in his cock making him go weak at the knees. No one has ever made Grant feel this way. A new town and now a new mate; what more can a lycan ask for?
Grabbing for his cell phone, Grant called Keith back.
"Sorry about that Keith. I had to get off the phone because I saw my client and had to speak of him real quick, but yes remind me to have the papers drawn up for the McAlester family. Also I will need you to fax me the other legal documents that I need. After the meeting I will call you and give you the fax number to my clients office so you can send it to me there." Grant knew the he lied to Keith, but he didn't want to up and say he found the love of his life walking down the sidewalk.
No one in Grant's law firm knew about his secret condition. Grant was close to his colleagues, but kept a distance from them when it came to his personal life. They knew he was gay but it was never an issue to them.
"Ok that sounds good Keith and will talk to you later on...bye."
Hanging up his cell phone, Grant headed straight to the little café down the corner. The aroma of Calen still lingered and played with him. Sitting at a table, the waitress came by taking his order. Grant sat still and replayed the moment of meeting Calen. He knew instantly Calen was gay due to his inner wolf recognizing him as a mate. A lycan's inner wolf is never wrong when it comes to recognizing a mate. A smile slowly appeared on Grant's face just as the waitress came by with his order. He slowly started to eat and planned his next move.
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"I'd like to thank everyone for being here. This is truly exciting and sad moment for me. I have ran this business since it's inception 25 years ago and have been blessed with many wonderful agents; past and present, who have made this company what it is today. It is now that I feel a new chapter in my life has to begin. As many as you know, my daughter gave birth to her first child and I want to dedicate my time solely on her and the baby. So with that said, I've decided to retire and sell the company to an individual who I know will take it to a new level." said Lisa Haven standing in front of her employees and the new staff. It was a long and hard process getting the company to where it is now and felt it was time to move on and concentrate on family. She was impressed with Martin's business savvy ventures and knew he was the one to own Smith's Realty.
Luke, Melania, Marco, and Martin sat on the opposite side of Smith's staff. Luke was fidgeting in his seat eager to see Calen. He wasn't there and wasn't sure if he was going to make the meeting. The last few days felt like a lifetime. Luke impatiently waited for the day of the meeting to arrive and now here he is, sitting with Martin, Melania and Marco with no Calen in sight. Melania noticed his worrisome look and grabbed his hand to help calm him down. Luke responded with a smile as the meeting went on. He thought fate was playing a cruel trick on him. He remembered what Martin said about being in love and how everything is against you, but how sweet it will be when they both finally meet. That was the only thing that helped him keep his sanity.
"I'd like to introduce everyone to Mr. Martin Swears. Not only is he the new owner but will temporarily co-manage the company with Melania Cortez."
Both Martin and Melania stood up and acknowledge everyone at the table.
"I would also like to introduce Lucas Jarreau who will be the new Projects Manager along with Marco Cortez." both stood up and greeted everyone at the table.
Just then Calen walked into the staff room. Everyone there looked his way as he walked towards his seat by Lisa.
Luke froze in his seat as the scent of gardenias filled him. There was Calen, his Calen, in the same room as him. Melania looked over at Luke and noticed his expression. She put her hand on his leg to help him snap out of his staring mode. Now sporting a mustache and goatee, Luke can still see traces of the young rescuer on him. His heart pounded rapidly in his chest. His inner wolf pacing, wanting to jump out and claim Calen right then and there. Luke took in a deep breath and put his attention back onto the meeting.
"Glad you could make it Calen."
"Sorry, there was a long line at the post office and it took a while," Calen said as he put his briefcase down and took his seat right across from Lucas.
"Melania told me she met you and Natalie a few days ago." Lisa said as she welcomed Calen.
"Yes we met her at the café and introduced ourselves to her." Calen softly nodded at Melania who responded with a smile.
"She told me you were very welcoming to her." Lisa replied back.
"And this is Martin Sears. You talked to him a couple weeks ago."
