What kind of father seriously leaves his daughter, not only leaves his daughter but he left without a word, well a he left written words. This is crazy! He expects me to be able to prepare myself for a pack of alphas? For those of you that do not understand the ins and outs of werewolf pack, an alpha pack is basically the pope of all werewolves. They are the deadliest and oldest of werewolves. They are stronger, faster, more vicious, and more lethal than any other werewolves imaginable. There has only been one time that I have heard of a pack overcoming a pack of alphas. Even that story is just a legend.
I decided that first thing tomorrow morning I will make my way to Dr. Deaton's office. I am pretty positive that he knew about all of this. Right down to the letter. If he did then I plan on giving him a piece of my mind, maybe. Actually I might just ask if he knew about and go from there. I needed to talk to him anyways, about Stiles and when we were planning on unveiling the truth to him. Goodness, just thinking about telling Stiles the truth started to make me nervous. We have only known each other a few days, but it was clear that my circle of friends was going to be limited and he would definitely be within that circle. I would rather not start a friendship off with lies.
Tomorrow not only is the day that I would confront the doc but also my first day at Beacon Hills High School. I have always looked forward to change though, change seems to be a good thing usually. Change is moving forward, and sometimes moving forward is the only way to move on from a bad time. I most certainly was going through a bad time. After mom's death, I have been a little depressed. Which is understandable, and now that dad has left me, alone, without a single person to help me out, I believe that I am going to need to embrace this change full on.
As I sat in the extremely quiet house, my doorbell rang. Scared me so bad that I am pretty sure that my heart did a flip. Who the hell is ringing my door bell at eleven at night. I didn't even know but a handful of people. None of them I could see ringing my doorbell. Only two knew where I lived. When I went to the door though, I was greeted by the most unexpected person. It was the Isaac guy from the pack. Why was he here? As if he had read my mind he said, "Hi, I'm ,Isaac. Derek sent me here to look after you." He pushed himself passed the door, not rudely, but as if he had been here everyday of his life and it was completely normal to be in my house.
"Why of course I don't mind if you come in, please make yourself at home." He grinned at my sarcasm but I was still somewhat confused on why he was still here. Then it dawned on me. Remember when I said that a perk of being a guide for the pack was that I possess all the knowledge of everything supernatural? Well when you have that kind of knowledge, sometimes things just some to your mind without you even knowing that you knew it. The reason why Isaac was here was because when I bound myself to the pack my blood ran with Derek's blood and therefore we were more intimately bound. It was said that the alpha of the pack could sense the feelings of the guide of the pack. If the emotions ran high of the guide/healer then the alpha knew something was wrong and he could send help. Derek must have sensed my stress and depression. "Derek sent you to look after me. Well I hate that you wasted your time coming over here, but I don't need looking after. I am not a princess and you are most definitely not my knight." As soon as the words left my mouth I realized that they sounded harsh and I regretted saying them. Isaac didn't seem offended though.
"Look, I am not trying to impose but Derek said that you were to be protected at all costs. He know, actually the entire pack knows, that you are here alone. He doesn't feel that letting you stay alone is a good idea. He can't come stay because he has to look after the pack. Erica can be somewhat of a bitch and he didn't think you'd be comfortable with her. Boyd, well he doesn't fully trust Boyd to stay with you because he doesn't think that you would by Boyd's priority. So here I am. I promise that I will stay on the couch. I will not even go upstairs near your room." He seemed genuinely nice. I could sense a little bit of nervousness radiating off of him. Probably because he was being forced to be in a house with a strange girl he doesn't know. Not that he really had a choice in the matter. When an alpha said to do something, you did it.
"I really don't want you to be forced to do something that you obviously don't want to do. I promise that I will be okay. You can go sleep in your own bed and if Derek asks I will say that you were here all night and the perfect gentleman." He looked a little disappointed.
"I know that you are not okay. I can here your heart beating faster because you are upset and I can sense that you are not happy." Then an adorable grin formed on his face. "Werewolf remember? Besides you know that if you kick me out, then I will just sleep outside. I know that you are a nice person. Would you really make me sleep outside?" Even though it was apparent that he was joking, I could tell he was trying to make me feel more comfortable. "You shouldn't be alone. You just moved in. You don't know the place. And staying in such a big house can be a little overwhelming. Like I said I promise to stay right here on the couch. I won't even make a noise. So, what do you say?"
He was being super sweet and I did not want to make him sleep outside. Something told me that he was being serious about that. What could it possibly hurt by letting him stay here? Yes, I did not know him. At all. But I did trust him, surprisingly so. He just watched me as I studied him. I finally let out a long breath as I made my decision. "You can stay." I said it with a small smile on my face but Isaac seemed a little shocked. "Don't look so surprised. As your healer and guide, it is my duty to look after you and vice versa. I trust you. I don't know why but I can honestly say that I don't believe that you will hurt me. Besides, if you even try to harm me or do anything besides simply look after me I will seriously injure you."
"Whatever makes you sleep better at night." He grinned again, and I can see us being good friends in the future.
"My kitchen is your kitchen. If you get hungry feel free to make you something. Try not to make a huge mess. Here's the remote. I'll bring you a pillow and blanket back down in a minute." I headed upstairs to get his blanket and pillow. I decided to change into shorts and a tank first though. I had a long day and just need to relax a bit. When I reached the bottom of the stair Isaac was just staring at me though.
"Have you not seen a girl carrying a pillow and blanket before?"
He chuckled a little bit before saying, "Not one with a body like yours. Seriously though, I think you are more fit than I am. You work out alot don't you?" I was flattered that he appreciated my body, but he didn't say it like normal guys do. Most of the time guys would just whistle or make perverted comments about my ass.
"I wasn't kidding when I told you that I would seriously injure you earlier. Ever since I was a little girl my dad made my brother and me work out, run, train, take kick boxing, pretend to fight. I used to think it was just so cool, until the day he announce why we were raised like soldiers. It was because we basically we were. We might not be able to transform into a bad ass wolf person and tear people apart but we can hold our own, for the most part. Sometimes things wrong and there is nothing we can do about it. But we sure try our hardest to prepare ourselves." I can see that he wanted to ask a question. Probably about my mom, that is usually the first question people ask. Where's your mom? Isaac didn't ask me a single thing. I appreciated it.
"You should get some rest Willow. Tomorrow is your first day, and you've had to adjust to alot."
I gave him an appreciative nod and smile. "Sweet dreams Isaac. See you in the morning." With that I went upstairs and closed the door behind me. I tried to clear my mind the best I could. Eventually I fell asleep. I didn't realize that I forgot to set my alarm though.
I could faintly hear knocking on my door. Then I heard Isaac say, "I made breakfast, and coffee. School starts in an hour. I figured you would be up by now. Willow?" Even though I could hear him my body seemed to have a mind of it's own because I wasn't moving. Then Isaac opened the door. I guess because I wasn't responding. Then he quickly shut it and kept apologizing. I shot right up after the door was slammed shut and was immediately embarrassed because I was in just a tank and panties.
"I am sorry. I didn't mean to barge in I was just worried because you weren't responding." I quickly pulled on my shorts and opened the door. I couldn't help but laugh because his cheeks were a little pink.
"Don't be. It happens and I am sure you have seen a girl in panties before. I was more covered than if I was at a pool. No biggie." He seemed relieved then I noticed that he had coffee in his hand and I smile crept across my face. "Is that for me?" He handed me the coffee mug but he still seemed a little embarrassed.
"I will just wait down stairs. Classes start in a little over an hour, I thought maybe we could get there a little early. I can show you around the school and where your classes will be." Then he saw my face and when I didn't respond he took it as in he offended me in some way. "I mean if that's okay with you. Sorry, I didn't even think to ask you what your plans are."
It was cute that he seemed nervous, and honestly I could really use someone to show me around the place.
"Just give me thirty minutes and I'll meet you downstairs." He nodded and started heading down the stairs. "And Isaac?" He looked back. "Thanks, for being a gentleman." He just gave me one gently nod and continued down the stairs. After I showered, pulled my hair into a side braid, got dressed, and gathered my school stuff I headed downstairs to start fresh at another new school.
"Don't girl normally take an extremely long time to get ready?" Isaac asked from the kitchen.
"Normal girls, yes. Me? Nope. I am not much into appearances. Does your mom take forever to get ready?" He dropped his head and looked sad.
"She past away a while back. Are you saying that you aren't normal? Should I be worried?" That made me laugh and it felt good to laugh a little.
"I am sorry about your mom. No you should not be worried. On the contrary you should feel relieved that you aren't being forced to spend time with a barbie-like girl who cares about if her heels are tall enough or if her hair looks okay." Now it was him who laughed. We both got into my truck. Isaac directed me the way to the school. When I pulled into the parking lot I was a bit overwhelmed. It was a pretty good sized school. I felt a little bit better when I saw Stiles and Scott hanging out by the blue jeep. So I pulled into the parking space beside them. I believe I might have scared Stiles a little because he jumped a little. He looked shocked I stepped out of the truck then he face went from shocked to shocked and confused when he noticed Isaac getting out of the passenger side.
"Hey there Willow, nice truck." Stiles said admiringly.
"You ready for your first day of school. I am sure that you will have no problems. And of course we have your back." Scott said supportingly.
"You ready to head in?" Isaac chimed in from beside me. Unlike the other werewolves I sensed a comradery between these three guys.
"We can walk with you if it makes you feel better?" Stiles offered.
It felt good to have three guys having my back. We all started towards the door. Allison waved from what I assumed was her locker. Then I realized that she was actually waving at Scott and like that he headed off to meet her.
"Really don't pay any attention to Scott. He and Allison are practically inseparable. He is at her beckon call." Stiles informed me and it was no surprise. Scott just seemed like the kind of guy that would be whipped.
"Well, if it isn't the new girl. By the way no one wheres their hair in a.. braid anymore." Lydia. Of course she would be the one to criticize my hair. She was the exact definition of what the barbie type of girl I was describing earlier to Isaac.
"Hey Lydia, do you want me to carry your bags or get you anything?" Stiles sounded like a bellhop you meet at a fancy hotel. Obviously he was into her, poor guy. Girls like Lydia ate guys like Stiles for breakfast.
"No dork. I do not need you to do anything." Then she looked back at me. "Stay out of my way, Willow is it?" I nodded. "Right. So just stay out of my way, don't bring attention to yourself." Then she cocked her head sideways and looked me up and down like she was sizing me up. "On second thought, you are obviously nothing to worry about. I see you already have been initiated into club dorko. So enjoy your day." She smiled sweetly and swayed her hips on down the hallway.
"Isn't she just great?" Stiles said. Completely oblivious to both mine and Isaacs disgusted looks.
"If you think bulldogs are great then yes." I laughed because Isaac literally took the words out of my mouth.
"Don't judge. She really isn't that bad, she just has walls. Once you get past them then they you will see that she is a very different person." Wow... Stiles was a goner.
"I have no intentions of scaling those walls just to see the inside of her already black heart." I was joking, but not really. I planned on staying away from Lydia.
"So, last night at Dr. Deaton's place. That was a huge bomb that was dropped." Leave it to Stiles to talk about the elephant in the room. Dang it! I had forgot all about going to visit the Doc. I guess I can go after school.
"Well, it's not like we have the time to just ease everyone into things. I am surprised the pack has made it this far without a guide or a healer. Trust me things will become easier. Not only do I help make you all stronger, but your abilities are more advanced with me around. Basically the pack feeds off of my supernatural energy."
"So, you are like power up. In video games there are always power ups. That sounds like what you just described." Stiles, I can see who the geek was out of the group. Then again he is a guide as well. It is in his nature to immediately understand these things.
"Yes, Stiles. I am basically a power up." I chuckled. Then the bell rang.
"I'll see you at lunch alright?" Isaac. I feel like he is taking his guardian-like duties a little serious but I don't mind because it makes me feel better having a sidekick by my side.
"Actually, I was planning on going to see Dr. Deaton during lunch. You are more than welcome to join me though. Both of you are if you want."
Stiles and Isaac looked at each other then back to me. Then at the same time they said, "Sure."
With that we all three headed to our first class.