Em's Art & Words: Character Interview ~ Dastien ~ Alpha Girl Series by Alieen Erin

We have Dastien from Aileen Erin's Alpha Girl series here today, doing an interview with me. We missed him yesterday, due something important that he needed to take care of. We all know how crazy things can be in the life of a werewolf. Right?!? Well, shall we get started?

Emily:

Dastien, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to join me today. So, how are things in your world right now?

Dastien:

Pretty nuts. Really great now that Luciana’s gone, but now that the humans know about us… It’s been a little crazy at St. Ailbe’s.

Emily:

So, you biting Tessa caused a huge uproar. Do you regret it?

Dastien:

No. I regret the way that it happened. I wish that I’d gone about it differently, but I don’t for a second regret having Tessa in my life.

Emily:

Why did you bite her?

Dastien:

I didn’t mean to. I know it seems hard to believe, but I lost control. It was more instinct than anything else.

Emily:

What do you think about her strong Alpha powers?

Dastien:

I’m proud of her—of everything about her.

Emily:

How do you feel about her being part bruja?

Dastien:

If anything, it adds a little excitement in our life. But it’s a very big part of who she is, and I wouldn’t change her for anything.

Emily:

Now that you and Tessa are bonded, do you want a wedding?

Dastien:

I don’t feel the need for one. But if it makes Tessa happy—or more likely Tessa’s mother happy—then I’m happy to do it. As far as I’m concerned, we’re already more than married.

Emily:

We all know Tessa wants to go on a honeymoon. Where do you plan on taking her?

Dastien:

It’s a surprise. I can’t tell you before Tessa knows.

Emily:

Will you ever take her to your, as Tessa calls it, castle?

Dastien:

Yes. It’s my home. When I can, I like to spend my summers there. I think she’d like that, too.

Emily:

What are your plans for building on the land you bought for Tessa?

Dastien:

Build. After our trip, I have some meetings lined up with architects. Although, the first step will be building a road. As much as I like visiting it now, I don’t like the sound of my car bottoming out.

Emily:

When do you think you'll want to expand your family?

Dastien:

We’ve got time before that happens, but as soon as Tessa’s ready, I’m all in. She’s the boss on that topic.

Emily:

Tessa has done some amazing things. Do you see her as being a hero?

Dastien:

I’m a bit biased. I think she’s amazing. But I thought she was amazing before all of this happened, so…

Emily:

How do you feel about Luciana being dead?

Dastien:

Relieved. Luciana caused us enough heartache. What she did to Tessa… Let’s just say she deserved much worse than she got.

Emily:

Did you think you and/or Tessa would die in that fight?

Dastien:

I would like to say no. That I knew we would be okay, but nothing in life is ever certain. That said, I looked at Tessa’s vision as a warning. Something that we could avoid. But that didn’t mean something else couldn’t take us by surprise.

Emily:

In Alpha Unleashed, we were introduced to a new character, Van. What do you think about him?

Dastien:

I don’t trust him. But then again, I feel that way toward most of the fey. They never say anything directly. It’s always hints and avoidance. Cosette proved to be a good ally, but I wonder about Van… It’s hard to trust the fey when you can never tell if they’re being straight with you. And the bargains they try to wheedle out of you… It’s down right shady.

Emily:

We met Lucas in Bruja. How do you feel about him?

Dastien:

Lucas is a great guy. A very strong Alpha. I’m glad that Claudia is with him. They seem to make a good match.

Emily:

You have a close relationship with Michael. What do you think he thinks about Tessa's Alpha powers?

Dastien:

I don’t think it bothers him at all. Some Alpha wolves get antsy when around other Alphas, but Michael’s not like that. And he basically told me that Tessa was coming. That I just had to wait for her. So, I think he’s glad she’s here. She makes the pack stronger, and that’s the best an Alpha can hope for.

Emily:

So, Michael seems like a lonely man. Do you think he will find a mate?

Dastien:

I hope so. I sometimes think that him and Dr. Gonzales would suit, but if they were actually mates, they would’ve bonded by now. Wouldn’t they?

Emily:
You would think so, but maybe they were both too caught up in the events that kept happening? It's kind of funny that you mention them as a couple. I feel the same way. I guess we'll never know!

Emily:

How do you feel about coming out to the humans?

Dastien:

I probably feel just as weird about coming out to the humans as they feel about knowing we exist.

Emily:

How much do you think the humans know about the different supernaturals?

Dastien:

Probably just enough to get themselves into serious trouble.

Emily:
What are your plans now that all is calm in the world. At least for now, right?!

Dastien:

I’m heading out with Tessa in the morning. We’re gone for a month. I would’ve pushed for more, but Michael said he needed us back. He wouldn’t say for what, and I’m not going to think about it. I fully plan to enjoy my time away from all this craziness with Tessa. I think we’ve both earned it.

Emily:

I think you both have earned it too. Congrats on your bonding with Tessa and most of all, defeating Luciana. I wish you both all the best. Enjoy your honeymoon!

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