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That night, Derrick slept in my arms. My mates and I had made love after everyone left our room, and he had joined us, exploring his likes and dislikes in a loving environment. When we woke, we all showered and went to breakfast to find the whole house in the kitchen. Derrick looked up and asked.

 

"Do I have to go to college to work for you Dad?"

"Mike told me about your conversation, so you know the answer is no, if you can do the job. I don't care about your schooling, but what if you want to work somewhere else?"

He rolled his eyes "Really? We both know I'm going to work in the family for centuries."

We all looked at him "Did someone change you while I wasn't looking?"

"No Dad. You know no one would do that, geesh. I know it's going to happen, I just don't know if I'm ready yet, that's all."

 

"There's no rush, but back to your first question. What are you thinking? You want to ignore school and have Mike teach you what you need to know to work with him?"

"Yeah, I liked finding the problems in those contracts. It felt like I was a detective or something. And the adoption things we talked about made me think about options outside the human courts."

"Why do that Derrick? You're not gonna be a lawyer, you're gonna run Dad's McDonalds." Morgan asked, through a mouthful of pancakes.

 

Now we were all looking at Morgan. "Explain" I said.

 

"I don't know Dad. All I know is I see Derrick in the office that runs all the McDonalds you have."

"That's on the same floor as Mike's office Morgan, are you sure you're not confused?"

Morgan shook his head. "No, he's got his own office, like yours. He doesn't need anything more from Uncle Mike, send him with Josh."

Josh said "Why not? He was a natural with contracts, see what he does with business."

 

"What do you think Derrick? You said you liked working with Mike, do you want to explore some other things? I'm also concerned about your future. If you change your mind and try to find work outside our world, you won't have an education. Stopping school now could ruin your life. You're supposed to take those tests with Dr Phillips today, right?"

"Yeah, first thing today. You know I'll do whatever you think is best Dad, but I know I'm not leaving you, ever."

 

"Let me think about it ok? For now, go take your tests. And do me a favor? Take the aptitude tests too. Between what Morgan just said, and my gut feelings, I'm curious to see what they find."

 

"You want to see where else my talents lie? Or are you stalling to think through things?"

"Both honestly. And if I'm being honest, you realizing both angles weighs in on my thinking. You have amazing insight considering your life up to this point. I'm curious, have you ever had premonitions like Morgan?"

"I sometimes get a feeling when I'm faced with choices, if that's what you mean?"

"Anything recent?"

 

"The day you found us, there were several. When we decided to walk up that road instead of continue the way we were headed. When you sent Lucas away and I had the chance to run. When you offered us the chance to stay."

"So you are here because of your intuitions? Interesting. Finish your breakfast then all you pups get ready for school. Let's see what the tests say before we decide anything ok? Morgan, any other things you've seen that I should know about?"

 

He blushed and looked at the floor as he said "No Dad." My gut told me I should explore his non-answer, but not right now.

 

"Ok buddy, off to school." All the pups gave me a hug and headed to get dressed as Billy and I headed to the office. We spent the morning with Mom, Bea, and Scott, going over the funeral arrangements they had made. Scott had booked every available hotel room in Butler for guests from out of town and Bea booked Regent's entire fleet for moving those guests around. Cremation was the standard with vampires, so we didn't need a body. I had Billy phone the other 8 Princes to find out who was attending and he told me Prince Yuan would like to speak to me.

 

"Prince Yuan, what can I do for you Sir?"

"I'm sorry to bother you at this time Prince Warnick, but you asked my opinion on Alpha Fabre for the Council. Prince Honda and I have both spoken to him, and we think you are making a wise choice."

"I'm happy you feel that way. He and I share businesses, and he is old enough to respect tradition. I know some would put a pack member in that seat, but I don't want to seem like I'm playing favorites."

 

"I think that is wise. After a few decades, we'll know you better. An opening will come and we can all consider a pack member of yours. I'm sure you understand."

"I do Prince Yuan. Thank you. Will I be seeing you this weekend?"

"Sadly no. I have commitments I cannot change. I will burn incense and pray for your father's spirit on that day. We will talk again soon, young Prince."

 

I disconnected and smiled. Now I had my spy on the Council.

 

Andrew knocked "Edward would like to speak to you Sire. Patrick and Amanda are also waiting to speak with you."

 

Edward came in and stood in front of my desk "Sarah and I would like to refresh and have a pup Sire. I know you said we don't need permission, but with things so busy, we thought we should check on when would be best to do it."

"I appreciate it, Edward. Please wait until after the funeral, then work with Andrew and Billy to arrange everything you need."

"Thank you Sire. We'll let you know." As he left, Patrick and Amanda walked in. I had told Billy to join us, so he was right behind them.

 

"Alpha, we're confused. You said there was a mate bond, but we don't feel anything different."

 

I turned to look at Billy. He looked to me and said "I'm sorry Greg, I didn't think to explain it to them. I'll take them to my office and explain."

 

"Before we go, we'd also like to refresh? Is that what you call it? Our only son died in Iraq and we'd like to have a child."

 

"I'll explain how to do that also Amanda. I'll ask Donna to join us and we can talk about traditional mating ceremonies as well."

"Thanks Billy. Sorry, I just can't call you `Dad' yet." Patrick said with a grin.

 

Billy laughed "It's fine, maybe after you refresh it'll be easier. I'm not sure I'm ready to hear Grandpa yet either."

 

They were all laughing as they left and Joshua walked in.

 

"Chicago accepted my offer. We got all their dealerships for 10% less than I valued them. The only obstacle is our getting approved for the franchises, but the only one that was going to be an issue is Rolls."

 

"That's great, what else?" I asked.

"When I called Manhattan, I offered them 5% over, they countered at 7% so I accepted that. We'll have several franchise approvals to go through, the only ones we already have are Bentley and Porche. Bespoke in Jericho wants 15% over, and they're firm on that, so I wanted to talk to you. They have Rolls, Bentley, and Lamborghini. Manhattan has those as well, but Jericho has the location for the Hamptons."

"Buy them as well. Pushing for the franchises with two dealerships in play will strengthen our hand. Do either own their real estate, or do they lease?"

"Already have offers on the real estate Greg, that's the expensive part of the Manhattan deal, but I don't want leases. It won't put pressure on either one though, both have relatively new 50 year leases,"

 

"Ok, let Derrick read over things as you go. I want to see what his gut tells him. Is Mike lead on this?"

"No, Matt's lawyer, Don, has a firm in Manhattan. There are four of them, and they can handle anything we need in New England."

"I should come to New York to meet the people there."

"No you shouldn't. You're their Alpha, you should have them come to you."

 

"No, I only summon them if there's a problem. I'm just..." Wait, does he think I'm the Alpha for New York City? "Josh? I always assumed Matt's interests were simply business. You mean they consider me their Alpha? Where else?"

"I really can't say Dad. I know every time I've spoken to Don, he calls you Alpha Warnick, and it doesn't sound like he's just using your title."

 

I was bordering on panic, realizing I had focused on Pittsburgh and left other vampires out in the cold. I've failed those I'm supposed to be caring for. I wasn't sure where to start, but I needed to fix this, and fix it fast. I was about to call Mike when Billy came running in.

 

"This is my fault Greg. Tommy will have the GLS out front to meet us in an hour. Ted's headed to New York to get Don and his partners. They'll land at the helipad at riverfront and Regent will bring them to your downtown office. Let's go get showered and dressed."

 

Scotty and Bea met us in our room, and I was glad they did. I was a mess. I've been selfishly enjoying a trip to Europe and Hawaii while vampires were looking to me for leadership. I had no idea how many or where, but I had a sick feeling in my stomach. I had the largest business interest among vampires in Chicago, New York, and all of New England. That implied I was the Alpha for all of this territory but I hadn't put that together, until now.

 

Scott and Bea were washing me, calming me "Babe, calm down. They were ignored by Dad for years, you've been Alpha for four months, once you start leading, they'll follow. And anything you do will be an improvement."

Scott was right, but it didn't ease my guilt. I really should have asked Mike, or George, or someone. Billy and I dressed and ran into Joshua in the foyer. We got in the GLS and headed downtown. An hour later, we got out of the elevator and went into Mike's office.

 

"Alpha, this is my fault. There is no excuse for my not explaining all of this to you when you became Alpha and took over for James."

"There's enough blame to go around Mike. I won't deny that I'm frustrated that you didn't tell me, but I should have thought of it, Billy or Dad should have told me, and George should have told me. Now we need to figure out how to fix this, and we need to move quickly. Billy, use Mike's office phone and get..."

I couldn't finish as Billy hit the speaker button on the phone and we heard George on the line.

 

"I'm sorry Sire, I should have told you this when you started taking care of your Pittsburgh pack. I will submit myself to discipline later, for now I should fill you in. James was Alpha for New York City as it grew from a small Dutch port to what it is today. I hate to speak ill of the dead, but he hasn't been a true pack Alpha for centuries. His focus has been on business since the revolution. I honestly can't tell you what the vampires have been doing, but I would imagine there are several illegal packs caring for the vampires there."

"What about Boston and the rest of New England? And Chicago?"

 

"Same answer Sire. Legally, any pack east of Albany and north of New York City is in your territory. Same with Chicago."

"And the business in Seattle? Do I have a pack there?"

"Seattle has a legal Alpha but you have a much larger business presence there. I would suggest a meeting with him, as Alpha Warnick, to discuss matters in the Pacific Northwest."

 

"Make it happen Billy. Any advice on how to approach any packs that have done what James should have been doing George? I certainly don't want to try to take over by force, the packs won't follow."

"You don't need my advice Greg, you're a natural. You have your priorities right, and you'll gain their loyalty just like you did Pittsburgh."

"Alright, I hear what you're saying. Now, is there anything else you've forgotten? Do I have more packs anywhere else in the world?"

"You found Zell. You'd have to check with Albert, but I think most vampires in London that want a pack are happy with the London Three. Now you know about these, I hope I'm not forgetting anything but I'll do my best to think back through the last 300 years and let you know anything I come up with."

"Will I look stupid if I ask Alpha Rizzo if he knows of any packs I should be caring for?"

"If you approach it right, explaining how it happened, I think you'll gain his respect by asking."

"Thanks George. I think Don and his people are almost here, I'll talk to you later." as I disconnected the call and stood. I led the way to the elevator with Mike, Josh, and Billy following. When the doors opened, Morgan, Derrick, Matt, and Dr. Phillips were there.

 

"Morgan came to me and said all of us needed to be with you for this Greg. When I started to argue, Derrick asked me to go along with it, so here we are. What's going on?"

We joined them in the elevator and headed for the top floor as I said "We'll find out Dr., but yes, join us please."

We got out of the elevator and I headed to my office. I sent Billy to get Todd, Leonard, and Johnny while everyone else followed me. I had just settled in my chair as Sam walked in, followed by Billy and the others. I gave them a quick rundown of why we were here and had just finished when the phone buzzed. Don and the rest of his firm were here.

 

Billy opened the door and four vampires walked in, led by a man that looked my age. He walked up to my desk with his eyes to the floor and said "Alpha, you summoned us?"

"As you are speaking for your group, I assume you are Don Sullivan?"

"I am Sir. As of last year, Paul Giovani is the face of the firm when we deal with humans," he said, as he pointed to a tall heavyset man in his 60's "but I am the senior partner at the firm for those in our world."

 

"Through several miscommunications on the part of several of my pack, I was unaware until a few hours ago, that I am the Alpha for New York, and most of New England. Is this true?"

"I can only speak to the legalities under vampire laws Sir, but Alpha James...forgive me for speaking ill of your deceased father, but he gave up on the pack long ago and left us on our own. He continued his business interests in the area, and Master Matthew, if you'll forgive me, was never an Alpha, so his focus was on his businesses."

"First, please call me Greg. At least until we figure out if I truly am your Alpha. As to my father's neglect, no one is denying that he abandoned those he should have cared for. Honestly, I'm more concerned about them. Is there someone that has stepped up and is caring for them? Or do we need to take drastic actions to help them recover? If there is an Alpha, or Alphas, that are caring for these vampires, I'm more than happy to legitimize their positions. I can't imagine an area that large has gone this long without someone taking a leadership role."

 

Paul looked to Don before he spoke "As far as I am concerned, you are my Alpha, Sir, but I will respect your wishes. I know of six illegal packs that have formed. One in each of the five boroughs, and one on Long Island. If you like, I will reach out to them and get more information on other areas."

"If you have phone numbers with you, call them now. I'd like to meet them personally. Either as a group or individually, however they want. Anyone know anything of New England?"

As Paul stepped back and made phone calls, Don said "Sire, if you'll have me, you are my Alpha. I heard that my brother Marcus had evolved into an Alpha but, I haven't spoken to him in a century. I can only assume his pack is in the Boston area."

"Is there bad blood between you? Or can you call him?"

"I will call him now Sir."

 

Paul looked to me "Sire, the six around New York would like to visit with you as a group. They all say they will work to fit your schedule. When and where should I set this up?"

 

"They should bring their families to meet us at home Dad." said Morgan.

I was surprised he interrupted for this, but I asked "Including mates and pups still at home, how many are there?"

 

"Fifteen Sir."

"If they would like, they can bring their families to our home as soon as possible. They're welcome to stay until Sunday. I have to be here Monday morning. Billy, work with Paul and Ted. Get details worked out on getting them all here."

Don got my attention "Sire, my brother Marcus says he's been expecting this call. He's heard what you're doing here. He'd like to bring his wife and daughter this evening, if you'll allow him?"

"Billy, get him here as fast as possible. Don, are you and your partners able to stay a few days?" I stopped and turned to the other two, who hadn't spoken. "Before I ask that, do you two also see me as your Alpha? There will be no repercussions if you say no, I'm sure you're professionals and can continue to work for Don."

Both turned and offered their necks saying "You are our Alpha, if you'll accept us."

 

I nodded. "Then I'll find room for you at our home for the weekend, or nearby. You can fly to New York when you need to be there, but I'd like you here to help smooth things out. Especially if you know any of these men personally. Billy, call Andrew once you have names and families, so he can move people around to accommodate as many at the house as possible. Leonard, does Andrew know which of the houses are still free?"

Billy said "We'll make it work Greg. It's only for a few days. I'll get suites in Butler and we can get cars from Regent if we need to."

 

Leonard had his phone out talking to Craig when Morgan said "Todd will need to get you a space like this in New York Dad."

"An office space buddy?"

"That too, but we'll have 8 more schools by New Years. I'm not sure where they are. I'll have to do without Aunt Liz cause her and Uncle Matt will run the one that has bedrooms."

 

Matt looked at me confused. "Trust him Matt, whatever he sees, you'll fit right in. We can sort it out once we meet with these Alphas. Morgan, do you see anything about how it's going to work out?"

"Eventually, everyone's gonna like you Dad, but there's a lot more than those. Where's Bangor and New Haven?"

Matt's head snapped to stare at Morgan when he asked this, but I just grinned. "Anything else?"

 

He blushed and looked down "Nothing I wanna talk about Dad."

 

I really needed to dig into that, but not now. "Billy? Who will be here, and when?"

"Marcus and his family will be landing at Pittsburgh at 3. Ted is heading to the house to get Clint, Mickey, and Amelia. She'll fly Clint & Co to the Gulfstream to get the New York Alphas and their families. They won't be in town until late. Do you want meet with them tonight? Or wait until morning?"

 

"Depends on where they're staying Billy, we'll be flexible. Dr Phillips, I'd like you to join us for lunch tomorrow. Is there someone else who can finish Derrick's testing?"

 

"At the rate he's gone so far, he'll be done the placement testing today. Do you need me for Marcus?"

"No, finish the tests, then join us for lunch."

 

"As you wish, Alpha." And he turned to lead Derrick and Morgan back to school. Matt looked at me, and I motioned for him to follow them.

 

Don spoke up "Alpha, er, Greg? Paul and I have moved our schedules around so we're free, but the other two have commitments they can't move. If it's alright with you, I'd like to send them back to New York now?"

 

"Our pack tends to be naked at home, but I doubt everyone will feel the same. Amelia can take you all to New York then you and Paul can return with the Alphas, or she can wait for you."

 

"There's a lot to catch you up on Greg. I don't mind nudity, so if it's ok with you, I'll stay?" Don said.

 

Paul added "I'm fine with nudity as well, but we both keep a bag in the office. If your pilot can wait 45 minutes in New York, I'll return this afternoon Sir."

 

I nodded my agreement to both of them, "Tommy, take these three to meet Amelia at the airport. Call her so she knows to stay there after she drops Clint & Co."

Tommy started to lead them out as Sam spoke up. "Greg, I'd like to take Shane, Brian and Tanya to New York. Hit the streets and get a feel for how many young vampires are out there on their own."

"Sounds good, Sam, can you go with them or do you need more time?"

"I'll call them and they can meet us at the airport. We'll be back Saturday in time for the funeral." And he headed out as well.

I turned to Josh. "I'm not sure, but I think we're going to need to discuss changes in the business structure. If I'm Alpha for every vampire from New York City to Bangor, Maine, plus Chicago, I'm going to have to devote my time to that. When you add in the Serving Alphas in Ohio, Buffalo, North Carolina, and California. Technically, all those are my pack members as well."

"You were just named CEO, if you change that too soon, it will cause concern among the lower levels. But we can all handle business issues so you can deal with the packs."

 

"You're right Josh. You'll have to step up. For now, on paper you're still just over the automotive, but keep your eyes open for someone to step up into that so I can have you ready to handle all the business. Todd, will you have a problem answering to Josh?"

"No problems Greg, Should I start looking for space in Manhattan?"

"And a boarding school in New Haven, if I understood Morgan right?" Billy added.

"Yes to Manhattan, but just office space. See if there is a boarding school that is on the market. If something jumps out at you, grab it. Otherwise, we'll develop it ourselves. Also look at schools or churches for sale in New York, Boston, and Chicago. Don't buy anything yet, just get a feel for the market. I want to see what these Alphas have already in place."

 

Don interrupted, "If I may, you already own the building we're in Sir. There is space there you could use."

"Look into it Todd, take Leonard and Johnny with you. I'd like you on it before the weekend." Todd nodded as he, Leonard, and Johnny headed to Todd's office.

I turned to Mike "You're my primary lawyer, for personal, business, and pack. If you need to add someone to handle things here, do it. If you need to get licensed in other states, please do it. I don't want to be trying to keep track of who to talk to depending on where the issue is. Don can work through you on everything from now on." I turned to Don, "Will you or your people have an issue with that?"

Before he could reply, Mike spoke up "For pack and personal issues I agree Greg, but on business issues, they can continue to handle everything like they have in the past. They know their state laws better than I do and it would take years for me to catch up. If Josh is overseeing the businesses, he'll know who to talk to based on where it is."

Don was nodding his head, agreeing with Mike, so I said "Handle it how you want Mike. All I'm saying is, when I have a legal question, I'm calling you. How you pass it around is up to you."

 

They both said "Understood Alpha."

 

"What can you tell me about your brother? Marcus, is it?"

"Yes, Marcus. I haven't talked to him since he came back from France after the war. He and our father fought in World War one. Dad died in France, and Marcus came home to care for our Mother until she died in 1922. He and I haven't spoken since then. There isn't anything bad between us, we just drifted apart. I heard he phased into an Alpha, but I don't know any details. I've never met his wife, or my niece."

 

"And what about you? Do you have a mate? Pups?"

"I should have explained that Greg, I'm sorry. Paul is my mate, and you met our sons as well. We have a lesbian couple that we have known for a while, and they agreed to give each of us a pup. Michael was born in 1985, and Christopher came along in 94. They're both in their first lives and neither is actively searching for a mate yet. Christopher went to Yale, like Paul did. Michael didn't want to go away from home, so he went to Columbia. Technically we have two others, a boy 25 and a girl 24, but the girls kept and raised them."

"So you're not mated to their mothers, it was just a surrogate arrangement? And feel free to say I'm getting too personal, I'm just curious."

 

"It's fine. Jeanie and I grew up together and everyone swears we should've mated, but when I met Paul I knew he was my soulmate. Then Jeanie met Sandy, and we're good friends who have pups together. All the pups know the truth, our boys call them aunt, and their two call us uncle."

 

"I have a car from Regent downstairs Greg. I thought we could go home for lunch? Unless we need to be here for anything else?"

"I think that's a good idea Billy. Don can meet everyone and get comfortable before his brother gets here." So we all headed down to the car, and on to the house.