The next morning Derek awoke very well energized more than he has in a long time. Stretching and yawning then hopping out of bed, walking over to the dresser and grabbing a pair of boxers and putting them on then leaving his new room and heading downstairs. When he arrived downstairs he saw Alexander sitting on the couch sipping coffee and reading the newspaper.
"Good morning son, how are you feeling today?"
"Much better and very well rested than I have been in a long while."
"That is great to hear. The staff were just about to start making breakfast so why don't you sit down and relax until it is ready."
Nodded and then walked over to the love seat then sitting down and popping the leg rest up.
"So about what we talked about last night."
"What about it?"
"Well for starters since we don't know your shift form and not knowing that can end badly sometimes. We will need to take precautions."
"What kind of precautions?"
"For starters you will be chained up after you have removed your clothes. I strongly advise you not to fight the shift. By doing so it will make the transition ten times worse and may affect your mind later on."
"How so?"
"During the first and second shifts the two consciousnesses are at war with each other. If you fight against it the mind meld will be incomplete. You will always have a feral mindset because of the transition not at its full capacity."
"I have seen it happen quite a few times and the end result is that the newly transformed werewolf after they shift back ends up being seriously feral. Eventually it becomes too much for the human side that it causes insanity and they eventually have to be culled before it gets worse."
"I understand father."
Alexander nodded, reaching out and patted Derek's head affectionately causing Derek's to blush at the admission because it reminded him of his parent's doing the same thing.
"What do you think of the mansion so far?"
"It's great! It reminds me of my family's mansion a little bit."
"I forgot to ask what is your last name?"
"Hale."
"Oh the hales, what a sweet and wonderful pack. It is a shame how they died. From what I heard about them they were a proud and powerful family and pack. One of the biggest long reigning packs in Asia."
"Their like will be missed. They made a lot of changes throughout the centuries. I am proud that their legacy lives in you. I definitely made the right choice in adopting you. With your late family's legacy and my power and wealth we will make even more great changes in the world."
"You seem so certain?"
"I am ever the optimist through and through."
That made Derek smile. As they were talking breakfast was being brought to the dining room. Five minutes later after the table was set up and food was placed the staff bowed and left. Both Derek and Alexander got up and walked into the kitchen and sat down at the table.
Within seconds of sitting down they both dug into the the next hour and a half they ate and made idol conversation. Twenty minutes later, after breakfast was eaten and bellies filled, the bishop went over to Alexander's ear whispering something which was hard to make out for Derek since he hasn't had his first shift yet. A minute later, Alexander nodded and the bishop left.
"Well it has come to my attention that I have meetings and doctor appointments for the rest of the day and into tomorrow late morning. My bishop has offered to tend to your entire needs for the next thirty-two hours while I am away from the mansion. Sorry about the short notice. I will make it up to you later I promise."
"No problem dad, have fun and be safe please?"
"I will and thanks for understanding."
After saying that Alexander left to get changed five minutes later, Derek watched the bishop help him outside to his car. Two minutes later, the staff came to clear the table and Derek got up and went back into the living room laying back on the couch. An hour had passed, getting up and realizing that he had nodded off. Going to the kitchen and opening the fridge, noticing a note on a few steaks.
I took these out for you last night. It is best to eat them raw to regain the rest of your strength and prepare your mind and belly for the full moon tomorrow night. Also be sure to take out replacements for tomorrow night. Much love Alexander.
Smiling and grabbing the steaks then going into the freezer and removing several for his first transformation tomorrow night. Closing both fridge and freezer then going to the cupboard and pulling out a cutting board then knife from the drawer.
Opening the packages, removing each steak and cutting them into small bite size pieces. Ten minutes later, with the steaks sliced up Derek put both the knife and cutting board into the sink for the staff to clean after placing the sliced meat on a plate.
Going over to the couch once again after washing his hands and grabbing a fork from the drawer. Sitting down and turning on the TV but was shocked when a massive TV was lowered from a section in the wall above.
Seconds later the tv came to life showing a documentary about lions. Which interested Derek because of his love for mother nature and wildlife. Relaxing by laying back on the couch causley eating his snack and watching the documentary.
This went on for a good two hours. Derek then picked up the remote noticing a pause button so he pressed it. Getting up and walking into the kitchen, placing the plate in the sink and going back to the living room couch.
Sitting down once again and resumed the show. Another three hours had passed Derek then noticed the clock read 6:28pm. Grabbing the bell that he saw Alexander use last evening and rang it. Two minutes later, the bishop appeared.
"You rang young lord?"
"Why yes please prepare dinner for me?"
"Certainly! Anything in particular you were craving?"
"Nope! Why don't you surprise me?"
"Right away young lord."
The bishop left and Derek went back to watch the documentary. Three minutes later, he started to hear noise coming from the area behind the kitchen and deduced that it was the staff preparing his dinner.
Returning his attention to the TV enthralled by the show. Forty-five minutes later, the sounds of bustle died down. When Derek looked behind him he saw a tray being pushed towards the couch. Once it arrived the staff that was pushing the cart and lifted the cover to reveal what they had made.
"Pan seared salmon, peppered grilled steak, and roasted vegetables for the young lord."
"Thanks um?"
"Drake, my young lord!."
"Thanks Drake but could you call me Derek? Young lord me makes me sound distinguished which I am not."
"Certainly Derek! Enjoy and don't worry about the cleanup, the staff will take care of that. Once again enjoy and good night Derek."
"Good night Drake and thanks."
Drake bowed and left. Seconds after Drake left Derek instantly started to dig in. The second the first bite hit his tongue he was once again in absolute bliss from the mixture of flavor and spices. Bringing his attention back to the show while he occasionally took bite after bite without his eyes leaving the TV.
A half hour later, stomach filled and sleep drawing close. Derek pushed the cart a little out of the way then got up grabbing the remote and turning off the TV. Walking over to the stairs from out of the corner of his eye he saw Drake coming over to collect the cart while the staff cleaned up any mess made.
Smiling then up the stairs to his room arriving and walking in closing the door behind him. Walking over to his bed stripping down and climbing in under the covers. Rolling over on his back thinking to himself how much his life had changed in the last few days.
Pushing the thought away snuggling up in the covers and falling asleep within seconds. Twelve hours later, Derek was awakened by the sound of clattering or breaking dishes. Regaining himself he hopped out of bed then noticed a strong odor emanating in the room.
Eventually finding it that was himself straightening up and then walked to the bathroom. Turning on the shower and walking inside the shower getting under the hot spray to wet his body then closing his eyes.
When he opened them again he then noticed a button on the shower wall saying soap. Pressing it seconds later, the water stopped and soap started spraying from all angles. Quickly closing his eyes again so as not to get soap in them.
The multi directional spray reminded him of car wash sprayers. Concluding that the builders of the mansion took that idea and adapted it for personal hygiene of the body. Pressing the button next to it multiple brushes connected to mechanical arms came out of the walls and started scrubbing the soap on his body.
Once he deemed that he was scrubbed enough Derek pressed the button for the water and then arm retracted and the water sprayed from all directions. A minute later, the water stopped turning around to open the door but Derek then noticed Drake there holding a towel.
Embarrassed by being naked by a stranger even though Drake looked the same age he quickly covered himself with one hand and took the towel with the other. Quickly wrapping it around himself and then walking out smiling and feeling much refreshed.
"Morning Derek sorry for the fright. Lord Alexander called last night and asked me to become your personal servant. That is why I was here waiting."
"Morning Drake no need to apologize. I just am not used to being naked around others that is all. It was the same when in the locker room getting changed and then showered before and after gym class. So no harm no foul."
"Excellent! Derek. Breakfast is all set and ready. Also, your dress clothes from the court date later are on your bed."
"Thanks Drake, just give me a few minutes to dry off and get dressed?"
"No problem also since we have a little over four hours until we need to leave. Is there anywhere you would like to go in the meantime?"
"How about the mall where my parents used to take the entire family there every week. To hangout may be to see a movie, windowshop, play in the kiddie area, or even go out to eat."
"Certainly! So to save time after you're done drying and dressing I will put your breakfast in paper containers and in a bag to eat on the way to town."
"Sounds like a plan to see you in a few."
And with that Drake left and Derek began drying off as he walked out of the bathroom. A minute later, he dropped the towel and the floor but then noticed the missing piles of dirty clothes from the past two nights.
Realizing now what Drake met by personal servant. Meaning he will wade on his hands and feet by doing his laundry, waiting outside the shower with a towel, take him to anyplace he would like to go, lastly cook for him and prepare the food to go if needed.
Going over to the bed and quickly dressing then left the bedroom then headed downstairs. By the time he got to the bottom of the stairs he saw Drake hold his food in one hand and dress shoes in the other.
Gladly accepting the shoes and quickly bending down and putting them on. Straightening up once again noticing that Drake was now holding a dress coat and tie. Handing him the coat and food then getting closer to make it easier for Drake to put the tie on.
Thirty seconds later, the tie finished, Drake walked to the front door and opened it up. Derek walked through with Drake behind him. Drake walked to the back doors of the limo opening it then Derek got inside closing the door behind him. Drake then hopped into the front and stared at Derek in the rearview mirror.
"The best option will be the mall nearest to the court house but it is a longer drive away. I hope that is okay. Don't worry about entertainment there is a PS5 and Xbox back there plus dozens of games that I personally hand picked out for you. That I am sure you will like."
"Thanks and that is fine. How long of a drive will it be then?"
"Three hours! Don't worry if you need any more food. There is a large pullout fridge right by your feet."
Derek nodded and Drake started up the limo and they were off. For the next three hours Derek gradually ate his breakfast, played video games and conversed with Drake. In turn finding out that they have a lot in common, such as they are orphan werewolves who haven't shifted or presented yet, common interests in food, games, tv, music, and sexuality.
The last one shocked him the most because he has never met another unshifted and unpresented werewolf before that was gay. Which got them into learning their likes and dislikes in a partner.
Finding out that they share a birthday and similar requirements in a partner. Thirty minutes later, they arrived at the mall. Before Derek even had a chance to open the door a concierge had already opened it. Stepping out he then noticed the concierge blush when they saw Drake. This made Derek think that they must have a secret crush on Drake.
"Hey Drake it has been a while since I saw your face ever since your boss's son passed."
"Ah yes Eric it has been too long. How have you been?"
"Great and yourself also who is this strapping young man?"
"I am great also and this is the lord's new adoptive son."
"Oh really?"
"Yes he caught the lord's eye a few months back weeks after his wife and sons passed."
"How did you meet the lord?"
"Well it is a weird story. I was living on the streets for a good five years ever since I lost my entire family in a fire and ran away from an orphanage while I was heading home from school one winter's afternoon."
"The lord accidentally stumbled into me as he was returning home from the bar that I was sleeping by. For the next three months he continued to visit the bar. Until a few days ago when he found me unconscious and barely breathing. He took me to his home and helped rejuvenated me."
"Sounds like quite the encounter."
"Yeah it was but I must move on with the big day in a couple hours and later tonight."
"I understand it was nice meeting you."
"You as well Eric. Oh my name is Derek by the way."
"Be seeing you Derek."
"You as well Eric."
Eric left, got into the limo to park it for them and left. Moments later returning with the keys handing them to Drake with a wink. Drake blushed at the admission which caused both Derek and Eric to laugh. The two then walked inside the mall turning to Derek.
"Where to first? Don't worry about the money usage, the lord has a membership here and gets pretty decent discounts from the food court and shops."
"Nodding. How about clothing stores such as Falls Creek, Aeropostale, and Spencer's?"
Eric nodded leading the way. Three minutes later, they arrived at the nearest clothing store and went inside.
"Hello, welcome to footlocker. Oh hi Drake. Where is the lord and who is this?"
"Hey Angela the lord is currently at the office since his daily appointments are over and this is Derek the lord's adoptive son."
Angela walked over and reached out her hand. Derek gladly accepted it with a smile.
"It is nice to meet you Angela."
"Likewise! If there is anything you need help with let me know?"
"There actually there is do have champion and skechers brand running shoes, snow boots, and mountain boots in size 11.5 or 12?"
"Give me a sec to check our database if there is any left in stock?"
Derek followed Angela to the checkout counter. Derek stood in front while Angela went to the other side to check the computer. A minute later, Angela looked at Derek.
"Ah you're in luck we have one in both sizes you requested."
"Great, I will take them all."
Angela nodded and left moments later returning with a cart of the shoes in their boxes. Picking up the price gun and scanning each one two minutes later, finishing and then looking up at Derek."
"Your total is $844.89 with the lord's discount included. Will that be cash or card?"
"Card!"
Drake said while pulling out his wallet. Derek gives him a surprised look.
"Um, you don't have to use your own money?"
"Laughing. I am not, it is coming out of the account the lord setup for you when you were sleeping. As of last night you are now a very wealthy man."
"How wealthy exactly?"
"Ten billion give or take a million."
Derek's eyes nearly popped out of their sockets from hearing the amount. Drake handed the credit card to Angela. Who then handed it back moments later with the receipt and a mall shopping cart.
"Thanks and come again."
The boys nodded and left. Walking for a few minutes and then arriving at a jewelry store and walking in.
"Welcome gentlemen, how may I help you?"
"Why yes I would like a gold plated Rolex with all the fix-in date, month, year, distance, and depth please?"
"Absolutely we have several sizes. Comfort fit, loose fit, and tight fit."
"I will take a comfort fit please."
The jeweler nodded then opened the case pulling out the watch and rang it up then placing it on Derek's outstretched wrist.
"Is there anything else?"
"How about a gold necklace to match?"
Nodded and then closed the watch case and walked over to the necklace case opening it then pulling one out scanning it and handing it to Derek.
"Is that everything?"
"Yes!"
"Okay your total comes to $15,423.82. Is that cash or card?"
"Card!"
"Thanks Mr. Drason and I see that you have a membership for the mall so your new total is $10,000."
Swiping the card and handing it back to Drake with the receipt. The jeweler smiled as the boys left. Continuing on they eventually arrived at a furniture store walking in.
"Hey, welcome! Oh hey Drake how's the lord doing?"
"Hey Brandon a little better but his health is still failing sadly."
"Aww what a shame he will be missed when he passes. But what brings you in here today?"
"Well I am showing the lord's adoptive son around before we head to the courthouse to make the adoption legal and official."
"Well if there is anything you need let me know boys?"
They nodded. Derek walked to the bedding section seeing a nature made frame and bedding catch his eye.
"You have a good eye in style Derek. This store's nature theme furniture is a best seller on a regular basis."
"Wow, is that highly appreciated?"
"Yes, with a high rating and requests weekly."
"I will take it then in king sized and with a bedside table, bed frame and dresser to match."
Drake nodded and left to inform Brandon. Moments later Brandon and Drake returned with a few other employees. Who started to take everything requested to the loading dock in the back.
"Your furniture will be at the mansion by the time you guys return from your errands. Don't worry about the assembly, the employers will trade out the current bedding and furniture and calculate the difference in price next month. Since our policy is the first month free to make sure the buyer is satisfied before purchase."
Derek nodded and then both he and Drake left the store. When they left the store they both felt a little hungry so they went over to the food court with the cart with shoes and sat down at a table. Minutes later, a waiter arrived.
"Good morning boys, how may I help you?"
"Two cokes and one of each appetizer if you would please?"
The waiter nodded and left. Thirty minutes later, the waiter returned with their drinks and apps.
"Enjoy! Is there anything else?"
"Nope just the drinks and apps."
"Great. How will we be paying today?"
"Add it to lord Drason's tab if you will please?"
"Absolutely."
The waiter left. After the waiter left both boys graciously dined on the apps. The waiter occasionally returned to refill their drinks. Thirty minutes later, the apps were all half gone. Drake reached into his back pocket and pulled out his wallet pulling out a few twenties for a tip then they got up Derek grabbed the cart and they left.
Walking to the clothing stores that Derek mentioned earlier. Going inside each one Derek got winter clothes from aero, year round clothes from falls creek, and plenty of lounge clothes from spencers.
By the time they left Spencers Drake noticed the clock on the read 11:15 am so they quickly left the mall and headed outside. Walking over to the parking lot eventually finding the limo they unloaded the cart's contents into the trunk and then Drake closed it and opened the back door for Derek.
Derek climbed in and Drake closed the door then quickly ran to the front and hopped in starting up the limo and drove off to the court house. Twenty minutes later, they arrived seeing Alexander waiting at the entrance on the steps.
Quickly pulling up and putting it in park then getting out and ran to the back door opening it. Derek got off and brushed off the crumbs from the granola bar he was finishing eating, looked up and smiled at his father.
"Cutting it a little close aren't we?"
"Sorry my lord it was my fault we got distracted shopping and lost track of time."
"No need to fret, you made it with time to spare."
Drake nodded and got back into the limo to go park it. Derek then followed Alexander up the to the doors who were then accompanied by two men that looked around mid-twenties or early thirties. The four then walked through the doors to the elevator.
