Michael and his head beta, Clarence, drove to the airport and met Javon. This was the first time he had the opportunity to meet the Loess Falls alpha in person. They knew of each other and Michael had great respect for the man that was coming to visit. Brandy awoke early and determined to accompany him. Michael refused to let her. His mate was his heart and he refused to allow her to encounter anything that would upset her. Having just learned she was expecting their first pup, Michael was also an overanxious father. The pack was just as excited as the Alpha pair.
It was after Nina and Thaddeus had come back with the children. Well, they were not children anymore but adults. Brandy went in to heat and he had to care for the needs of his spouse. He neglected their guest, but Michael was not really sorry. Her heat only lasted a few days, and she was so apologetic for her rudeness. Michael too apologized, but the men knew he didn't really mean it. He was tired though.
To his surprise, the males of the Loess pack took the incident in stride as the women shared knowing smiles. He smiled as he recalled the moment he heard his son's heart beat for the first time. For the first time in a long time, he was happy. "Sir, the plane from Houston has arrived." Clarence informed him.
"Thanks, Clarence. Let's go meet our new friend." He added. Michael stood and walked to the area to await Javon's arrival. Javon exited the plane and was just as excited to meet Michael. It was rare that an Alpha would visit another pack, but Javon felt that this visit was necessary. His children were here, and Michael was also a key member of his packs' family.
Javon entered and Michael walked to greet him. "Welcome to Thane, Javon. I am happy you have decided to visit."
Javon smiled. He missed Elise, but he wanted to come on his own. Thaddeus volunteered to come with him, but he asked him to let him meet Michael on his own. Both brothers insisted that someone accompany him. After discussing it with them, he asked his adopted son Vince to travel with him. Vince missed his brother and cousin as well, and this was an opportunity for three boys to catch up.
All four boys were disappointed when Vince decided not to go to college like them. He chose a different path. Javon was proud of his sons, both of them. Garrick called before he left and reminded him that if he needed him, just call. Javon smiled. He loved his vampire family, but they needed to relax. He frowned, as he recalled talking with Gernick after Nina's initial visit.
Nicky had shared with her husband the circumstances of Nina's banishment. Gernick was livid. "One word Javon, and the Jael Pack will cease to exist." He declared. This was not his first offer to destroy that pack, and only a promise to Nina stopped him before. However, he too, was dismayed at the whole truth of the injustices she endured. Nicki was aware, but she gave Nina her word, and she never shared her secrets. Javon mused. He was tempted to allow the Ivanovs to seek retribution, but the fall out would be devastating for both vampire and werewolf alike.
So once again, he took time and talked with his vampire brethren, and they agreed that the Jael Pack would be watched from now own. Unless they posed a direct threat to members of their family, they'd let them live.
Javon entered the airport and recognized Michael Thane immediately. Michael noticed a young man standing beside Javon. Javion smiled, "Michal, thanks for having me. This is my son, Vince. He agreed to accompany his old man today." He added as Vince greeted the Alpha, eyes downcast in a show of respect. Michael happily greeted his guest and his son. Soon they gathered their bags and headed to the compound.
*****
Ares was nervous. His father would be here today and as Alpha Son, he failed. He had one charge, keep the guys in line. Phillip had to mess that up. He suspected that Phillip had a problem and often he tried to cover for him. Benny helped him hide some things as did Kevin. However, Phillip was out of control. The drinking was at a dangerous level, and he suspected that he'd started experimenting with drugs. One night, Lars and Terse found him and brought him home, and the boys could tell he was strung out on something. It was then that Lars called Dad.
They also called Alpha Michael who demanded that all three boys report to the compound. The Alpha put Phillip on restrictions. As his friends, they went on restriction with him. Eventually, they realized that he was sneaking out. Ares reported to Alpha Michael. Alpha Michael called Javon. Now Dad was coming here to see what was going on. He knew he'd be disappointed in him.
"Ares, Uncle Javon won't blame you. You are not at fault for what Phillip does." Benny explained to his cousin.
Ares nodded. He knew his cousin meant well, but he wasn't with his father before they left. Javon was candid with his son. They were representing the Loess Pack, and as Alpha Son he expected him to keep a tight rein on his friends. Ares recalled the words his father said. "Ares Jon Loess, as my son I expect more from you. I know you will not let me down and will work to keep your friends in line. I expect no less. You all represent us, so don't let us down." Ares blinked and Benny just sat and waited with him. He knew he was nervous, but he could not see how any of this was his fault. Ares talked with Phillip; they all tried to help him stay focused. But in the end, Phillip liked partying and girls too much to focus and take school seriously.
Soon the boys were ready to report to the compound. Phillip was already there, because Alpha Michael and Brandy insisted that he stay at the compound as opposed to staying at the apartment.
The first time Alpha Michael issued a command that Phillip stay at the compound, Phillip refused, and Terse called him on his behavior. He reminded him that they were here for school, not to goof off. "Look, Phillip. Lars and I are responsible for all of you. You're here partying, drinking, and cavorting with strange people; it's out of hand. How many times have we had to bail you out of jail? Too many! You left us no choice but to call Alpha Michael. He is our host. He has given us asylum here. As of right now, he is your Alpha and you will obey his command. When you fuck up, it causes problems for the Thane Pack as well. He will contact Alpha Javon..." Phillip scoffed. His lack of concerned infuriated Terse. Benny and Ares thought he would bust a blood vessel. He was livid. The boys wanted to intervene, but they knew Terse was right. He and Lars were being held accountable for the things they got into.
"Terse, man look... " Phillip started to protest, when Terse continued to rant. "Now you have failing grades. What happened to all of the study sessions you went to? If you keep this up, I will personally escort your ass back to Loess Falls." Terse threw his hands up, exacerbated.
Lars came into the room and ordered Terse to leave. He too was upset. For some reason, Terse was taking Phillip's actions personally. Lars realized that he was just a young male that got distracted. After Terse had gone, and the other three young males went with him, Lars spoke with Phillip. The two men talked and Lars explained to Phillip in no uncertain terms how things would be from now on. Admitting he was wrong, Phillip immediately took responsibility for his actions.
Phillip called Alpha Michael and asked to stay at the compound and Michael granted his request. Soon Michael learned of the problems he was having and he and Brandy placed Phillip on restrictions. Phillip reported to the Thane compound every Friday night. The other boys stayed at the compound with him, and at first he seemed to be calmer.
A month later, they learned that he was sneaking out and going back to the city. Alpha Michael called him in. Phillip was rude, defiant, but he said he'd apologized and begged for forgiveness. Michael was unsure about this and felt Javon needed to be called, but he didn't want all of the boys to be taken away. Benny was finally accepted into the fold as were Ares and Kevin. So, even though he believed Javon should be called, he gave Phillip one more chance.
He watched him closely and for a few weeks, he seemed to do as he said, but one night one of his betas that worked for local law enforcement called and reported that Phillip was part of a round up, that was the last straw for the quiet, stoic Alpha. He called Alpha Javon. That phone call was one that prompted this current visit.
"Come on guys. It's time." Lars called. Kevin, Ares, and Benny headed to the jeep. Kevin didn't talk much, but all three boys knew he was just as nervous about Alpha Javon's visit as they were. Kevin worked and studied hard, maintained average grades, and always did as he was instructed by the members at thane. He knew Ares was worried, and he truly felt for his friend. However, like Benny. He didn't see where any of this was Ares fault. Lars drove and he and Ares talked. Soon they arrived at Thane. They exited and the boys were surrounded by their new friends.
"Boys, go and enjoy ourselves, we'll call when the Alpha arrives." Lars suggested. They took off with their friends.
Ares really liked this place. Alpha Michael allowed him to shadow him and he was learning a lot about being Alpha. Kevin, too liked being here. And he hoped that Phillip's actions didn't cause them to be sent back home. Benny was worried also. He'd just reconnected with his family. Phillips actions could cost him his new connections.
"Are you worried about your Alpha visiting?" Zoe one of the girls that liked Ares asked. Ares smiled and answered. "I won't lie, so yes. My father is serious about our education and I don't know what he will do now." He explained. Zoe smiled, "Well he's not here yet, right. Let's have fun."
She stood, her blonde hair flowing freely, and began to undress. Ares could not help but take notice. Zoe liked Ares Loess. She had recently turned twenty and lonely. When the four boys arrived months ago, she was drawn to the tall dark-haired male. He was handsome and so stoic. She admired how he never indulged in frivolous mating unlike his friend. She would often heard him admonishing his friend.
