The Cursed Luna

Evina's P.O.V

I began to stir in my sleep as the sunshine crept through the windows in my bedroom. I could not believe that it was morning already. I gazed up at ceiling in my room, unwilling to move from my bed. Last night had been the first night in three years that I had not dreamed about the pair of blue eyes. I was slightly disappointed; I was always looking forward to meeting those eyes in my dreams. I half smiled at the thought of falling in love with a pair of eyes that were only in my dreams. I must be going crazy; I had never met the man those eyes belonged to and I was already falling for him. I pushed those thoughts to the back of my mind. Today is the day that I could finally meet my soulmate at the ball. I sat up and threw my legs over the side of the bed and stared out the window. My mind was swirling with a million different thoughts, one being what would be in store for me today. My stomach rumbled, interrupting my thoughts. I stood and made my way downstairs to the kitchen. It had been a minute since I had gone to get groceries so I settled with a cup of coffee and some cereal. 

I had to be ready to go at 6 and it was noon now. I thought about what I had that would go with dress that Alpha Richards and the Luna had given me. It was one of the most beautiful dresses that I had ever seen. It was a sleek black satin dress that was floor length and a slit that came up to the middle of my thigh. It had a delicate silver pattern all over and it was a halter with a deep back on it. I would have never picked this for myself but I was anxious to try it on. I pursed my lips as I thought what I could pair with it. I finished my breakfast and headed back up to my room to figure out what shoes and jewelry that would accent the dress. I pulled the dress out of my closet and laid it down the bed and stared at it. I went back into my closet to look for a pair of shoes that would go with it. I looked down at the few pairs of shoes I owned and it was then I noticed I did not own a pair of heels. Well, this was going to be interesting. I grabbed a pair of black gladiators styled sandals and put them by the dress. They were not the best option but they would make do. I went over to my jewelry box next and scanned through it to see what would work. I found a pair of simple dangle earrings and some small diamond studs to go in my other piercings. I looked at the clock on my nightstand, I had only a few hours to go before the ball. 

I doubt anything would happen and I would just keep to myself the whole night but there was something making me anxious. I decided to start getting ready for tonight by taking a long hot shower to relax me. I walked into the bathroom, turned the hot water on in the shower and stripped. I stepped into the shower and let the water run down my back. The water felt amazing and I could myself begin to relax a little as I stood under the showerhead. I took a longer shower than what I meant to so I hurried and shut the water off and dried off with my fluffy towel. I grabbed a pair of lacy black underwear and a bra that work with the dress. 

I stood in front of the mirror and stared at myself. I felt any confidence that I had slowly go down the drain and I sighed. I could not think of a reason anyone would want me. I was a freak or so people had told me. Most of the time I was okay with being so different, but tonight was not one of them. I spiked my hair slightly and did my makeup just enough to enhance my features. I looked back at the clock; it was time to go. I hurriedly got dressed, threw my shoes on, and finished putting my jewelry on when there was a knock on my door. I ran downstairs and opened the door to see the driver that Alpha Richard had sent. 

He was tall, and handsome but had an air about him that made him quite intimidating. "Hello Miss, I am your driver for the night. If you will follow me, we will arrive to the destination in about an hour." He smiled at me but it never reached his eyes. I nodded and shut the door to my cottage behind me and followed him to the car. He opened the door for me as I slid into the back and shut the door. He got in, turned the radio up a little and started to drive away. I leaned my head back against the seat and closed my eyes, I would take a quick nap before the ball. I could hear the hum of the car and I began to fall asleep. The next thing I know is I was awoken by the driver speaking to me. "Miss, we are here." 

I looked out the window only to see the most breathtakingly beautiful sight. Up on the hill we were driving up, was the most beautiful castle. There were people everywhere and more that continued to show up. The driver stopped at the bottom of the stairs leading up to the castle to let me out. "Thank you for driving me here. I will find my own way back." He nodded as I shut the door and watched him drive off. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath; I was not ready for this moment but here I was. I opened my eyes and turned around; awe struck by the sight in front of me. I could not get over how gorgeous this castle was, the architecture made me feel like I was in Scotland. I took another deep breath and began to walk up the steps towards the massive front doors that led inside. I could feel the stares but I shook it off and continued my way up the stairs and inside. 

There was a massive ballroom where many were dancing, waiters were serving food and drinks and many were standing around, mingling with one another. The women were dressed in beautiful gowns of all colors and the men were in suits of all kinds. To say that I was overwhelmed was an understatement but I had to try to calm down, I did not want any unnecessary attention. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed that there was a line of chairs that people could sit at and watch so I made my way over there and found a seat, away from others. 

I sat and watched the others glide across the dance floor as laughter and music filled the air. It was an enjoyable atmosphere, and it made me smile. I continued to watch the others dance when a figure stepped in front of me. I looked up to see a man about my age standing in front of me, smiling and holding out his hand to me. "Would you mind dancing with me?" I stared back at him, shocked. Did he just ask me? I was slightly taken aback but I nodded my head and took the hand he offered to me. He helped me up and led me to the dance floor. He put his hand in the small of my back and brought me closer to him as he kept ahold of my hand with his. I rested my other hand on his shoulder and we began dancing as the band was begging a new song. 

I stared up at him, his face was just inches from mine. He was handsome, there was no doubt about that. He had curly brown hair with hints of red shining through, his eyes were as deep of a green as emeralds with pink full lips and a sharp jaw line. He was staring back at me a little more intensely than I would have liked and I averted my gaze elsewhere when he spoke. "What is your name?" I brought my attention back to him. "My name is Evina, and yours?" I asked. "It's Luke, it's nice to meet you." He smiled at me once again but this time it did not reach his eyes. 

I was starting to get slightly uncomfortable, and I could feel Midnight was getting agitated with him. The song was ending when his hand starts to wander farther down my back. I reached around with my hand that he did not have ahold of and grabbed his hand firmly and put it back to where it was. His smile began to fade as he tried multiple times after that, doing the same thing and finally, I had had enough. "Thank you for the dance, I shall be going now." I went to pull away from him but he would not let me go. I tried to escape his embrace but he only held me tighter. Instead, he grabbed my face, lifting it up to his, and started to lean in for a kiss when a menacing growl ripped through the air, silencing everyone. 

The next thing I know is someone has ripped me from Luke’s embrace and pushed me behind them. "Stay away from her." 

 I peered around man in front of me only to see Luke with a disgusted look across his face. "You can have that freak, who would ever want her." I winced as his words pierced my heart. I knew it deep down and yet it still hurt to hear aloud. I watched as the man in front of me threw a punch so fast that neither I nor Luke had time to react. I smirked as Luke glared back at the man, blood running from his nose. I relaxed slightly and that is when I noticed it, the most amazing aroma that was coming from the man in front of me. He smelled of pine trees after a rainstorm and it was mouthwateringly delicious. Midnight was going crazy in my head. 

Mate, it is Mate. We found our Mate. 

I froze, it could not be. I hesitantly reached out and touched his back, feeling the sparks between us. I watched as he straightened up and turned towards me and I gasped as his eyes found mine. The piercing blue eyes that had found me in my dreams for the past 3 years were now the ones staring into mine in this moment. His eyes are just as beautiful as they were in my dreams and if he continued, I would be a puddle at his feet. I could see shock flash through his eyes, he was not expecting someone like me to be his mate. "Mate..." I heard him whisper. I finally found my mate and here he was standing right in front of me in all his glory. And yet, all I could do was pity myself for finding someone that would reject me sooner rather than later. I gave him a sad smile, and slowly took a few steps away from him. Confusion came across his face as he continued to watch me take a few more steps back away from him. “I’m sorry.” I whispered. Those were the only words that I could think of to say as I turned on my heel and ran out the main doors of the castle. I ran down the steps and into the forest, pushing myself harder and faster, not knowing if my mate had chosen to follow me or not. I finally slowed when I stood in the middle of a meadow that was lit from the moonlight shining down. It was a calm, serene sight and I chose to gaze up at the moon, apologizing to the moon goddess for what I had just done. Midnight was furious with me for running away from our mate and had blocked me out for the time being. A haunting ring came from the bells that echoed throughout the land, letting everyone know that midnight had come and it was officially Halloween. I listened to the bells ring when something inside stirred. I began to feel weak, dizzy, and very uneasy. I felt my body shutting down, and I was swaying as a flower would sway in the wind. I turned to make my way back to the tree line when I noticed that my mate was standing at the edge of the meadow. He glared at me and I knew I deserved it; I had run away from his after all with no rational explanation. I took a wobbly step towards him, and then another, and another, until my body could no longer move and started to fall. Him rushing towards me was the last thing I saw until everything went black.