Rachel's P.O.V.
I'm more eager to get back to school than I normally am. Santana and I didn't see as much of each other as I would have liked but now I can see her everyday. I hate that were in different packs. I still worry about what the future is going to bring and as much as Santana tries to calm me, it doesn't really help. I appreciate the effort but...I just have a bad feeling. I'm not sure why but I can't shake the feeling that something bad is going to happen.
We've been spending more time Solomon and our fathers respectively. We've been going to Solomon to learn how to speak with our wolves. Apparently that's something only very few alphas can achieve. Santana has been able to reach out to hers once but I haven't spoken with mine at all. Santana didn't take it seriously so we were both surprised that it worked for her.
My father has been very demanding in regards to my training. Some things are easier because of my strength, speed and animal instinct but other aspects, like leading my pack and learning about what to do if this scenario or that scenario happens, are a little more difficult. My father finally informed me of Solomon's purpose in my life, which was more detailed than the explanation Santana previously gave me. Solomon is a guide to each alpha and beta that rises in each pack, which why neither of our parents told us about the things Solomon has. It's tradition. Today, Solomon called Santana and I to come continue our attempts to talk to our wolves.
"What if you're wolf is like the complete opposite of you? Which is why she isn't speaking like at all?" Santana says from her spot next to me. We're in Solomon's meditation room, sitting with our legs crossed on yoga mats. I glare at Santana in response and she snickers to herself.
"I'm sorry, I couldn't resist." She blows me a kiss with a wink and Solomon clears his throat, directing my attention to him. Solomon is sitting in front of us in the same position as Santana and I.
"Please continue." I urge him. Solomon gives me a polite smile before speaking.
"As I was saying, Rachel I think your issue is truly being able to clear your mind. So this time, I want Santana to guide you." He says and I glance at Santana to see her look of confusion.
"What? How am I supposed to help?" She asks.
"My theory is that Rachel's wolf will be more willing to show herself upon hearing her mate." He says and I nod my head in understanding. That could work. I turn my body towards Santana and she follows my lead.
"What am I supposed to say to her?" Santana asks.
"The same thing I say to both of you." Santana rolls her eyes then looks at me. I look to her and watch as she holds her hands out to me. I place my hands in hers and she smirks at me.
"Do I make you nervous? You're sweating." Santana intertwines our fingers and I smile at her as I feel a blush creeping on my face under her gaze.
"Just...start." Santana chuckles softly but complies.
"Close your eyes." I do as she says.
"Inhale through your nose...out through your mouth. Let your body relax." She says soothingly. I feel my body relax as I listen to her voice.
"Feel yourself letting go of everything. Listen only to the sound of my voice." Santana's voice sounds further and further away until finally...I'm standing in the dark.
I look around, searching for anything but I find nothing. I feel like I'm outside. I feel a gentle cool breeze flowing over my body and grass beneath my feet. I begin to see a light coming from my right and I turn my head to see a huge, beautiful waterfall that breaks off into a river, surrounded by floral arrangements, scattered rocks and taller grass than what I'm standing on. I continue towards the scenery and the grass that brushes my ankles, feels like pillows. The air is warm but not too warm, just comfortable. I continue to walk until I see a rock, large enough for me to sit on. I sit and look into the water, It's so clear that I can see every fish swimming.
"Beautiful isn't it?" I turn to my left and see another version of myself standing five feet from me. I stand and look her over. Of course, she's completely naked. Her eyes are the color of honey or embers from a fire, black hair so long that it drags across the ground and extremely long canines.
"Breathtaking. Is this where you live?" I ask and she turns her head towards the water and nods.
"I needed to make it less of a prison. Why are you here?" She says forcefully, still gazing into the water. Though she has my face and body, our voices are not the same. Her voice seems to be an octave lower than mine.
Honestly, I hadn't thought about what I was going to say to her. Solomon said we needed to speak with our wolves to help them see reason in regards to us having children right now, so I guess I'll start there.
"Well, I'm sure you recall our last incident with Santana." She looks at me with a raised eyebrow.
Santana's...time of the month...is nearing and I don't want another incident like the last.
"No." She states plainly.
"Sex. We, well I, you tried to -" I huff in frustration, unable to say what I mean.
"You mean, when I had to force you to stop trying to stop me from being in control while I was with my mate?" She asks and I nod my head.
"What about it?" She crosses her arms and gives me an intense glare.
"I know you want pups and that's fine but we can't have that right now." I say and she smirks at me.
"Really? I don't see why not. We're in our best child rearing years."
"You realize I'm still in high school right? Also, Santana and I are trying to figure things out." She gives me a look of annoyance before jumping into the water and splashing me before resurfacing.
"Who is Santana?" She asks and I look at her curiously.
"Our mate." I tell her.
"The human? My mate is Iris." Iris? Is that Santana's wolf's name? They have names?
"Iris? What's your name?" I ask her.
"Rose. Now here's what's going to happen Rachel. I'm getting my pups from my mate soon and you're going to deal with it. Whatever is happening between you and Santana, is none of my concern. Now get out." She says deadly seriously.
"Excuse me?! This is my body and -" I'm cut off by a feeling of cold water splashing me in the face. My eyes shoot open and I see Santana looking at curiously.
"Rach, you okay?" She asks. I look over to her and Solomon and close my eyes briefly. I have a headache now and why isn't my face wet? What kind of weird sensation was that?
"I'm fine." I say softly and I feel Santana put her hand on my cheek. I put my left hand over hers and raise my right hand to my head.
"Are you sure you're alright? The first time can be difficult." Solomon says and I hum in response.
"Why is she in pain? I was fine afterwards." Santana asks Solomon and I hear some shuffling from where he was sitting.
"Some times our wolves aren't as inviting as you would think." I hear Solomon's voice from somewhere behind me now.
"I'll get you some painkillers. I'll be right back." I hear his footsteps leave the room and feel Santana rub her thumb against my cheek.
"Do you want to lie down?" She asks me.
"No, my head just hurts. I'll be fine." I tell her.
"You sure? Because I can take you home." I open my eyes to see a genuine expression of concern etched on her features and I smile softly at her.
"It's just a headache. Promise." Santana sighs softly and lets her hand drop.
"How was it?" She asks and I shrug lightly.
"It could've gone better." I tell her and she arches her eyebrow at me so I continue.
"She's...kind of a bitch." I say and Santana chuckles. I laugh with her then wince in pain.
"Sorry." Santana says then grabs my hand.
"If she wasn't apart of you, I'd kick her ass for you."
"Don't make me laugh." I say as I try to bite back my laugh.
"Sorry. Well at least you talked to her? My wolf is fucking psycho. Just talks to me in the fucking dark and responds in one word answers." I guess Rose is nicer than Iris.
"Yeah, Rose is going to be hard to get through to."
"Who the hell- wait, they have names?" Santana asks in shock.
"Yeah, Mine is Rose and yours is Iris." I tell her as Solomon comes back and hands me some pills and a glass of water.
"Thank you." I tell him as I take the glass offered to me.
"I think that's enough for today. We'll regroup on Friday." He tells me and I nod my head as Santana helps me stand.
Santana and I leave Solomon's and I have to convince Santana that I'll be fine going home by myself for the better part of 15 minutes before I could leave her. I just want to go lie down for a while. It's a little rattling to have gotten kicked out of your own head. I understand that my wolf is her own entity but she doesn't have to be so rude. After going home, I get ready for bed. It's very early, 6 o clock to be exact but I can't shake this headache.
"Rach?" My father, Hiram, says as he peaks his head inside of my door. I glance at him and he keeps speaking.
"I know your not feeling well but there's someone here to see you. Would you like me to send them away?" He asks and I furrow my eyebrows.
"Uh...no. I'll be down in a second." I tell him. He nods then leaves. Who could have come to see me? I should have asked. I sigh and get out of bed. I grab my robe then make my way to the door. Once there, I see Finn standing on the other side with his hands in his pockets. He gives me a lopsided grin.
"What are you doing here?" I ask him.
"Can we talk?" He asks and I sigh but nod my head. He takes a step back and I step outside, closing the door behind me.
"You shouldn't be here. This thing between you and Santana...if she finds out-"
"She won't, I mean she will but, that's not the point. I know about you and Santana." He says and I furrow my eyebrows. Everyone knows about us.
"I know you know we're dating Finn, everyone does." Finn shakes his head.
"No, I know you're from different packs. Santana is my alpha, but then I figured out that you're an alpha too...of the West side pack." I feel my eyes widen with his statement and I'm left speechless.
"How?" Is all I can utter.
"I asked Brittany. It was easier when I gave her some candy but..." He trails off with a shrug. I see Brittany and I will need to have a long conversation soon.
"So...why are you telling me this?" I ask and he shrugs.
"I'm giving you a choice. We had a good thing until this stuff with Santana. She isn't good for you and I know your wolf thinks she's your mate, but she's not. I just want the chance to show you that we belong together. Not you and her. So if you give me another chance, I won't tell the council." He says. I feel my stomach drop as I realize what he's saying to me. Finn...is blackmailing me.
"Oh, and don't tell Santana. Just dump her. That was all I came for so I hope you feel better." Finn says before offering me a small wave then leaving my house. This can't be happening.