Her Unscentable Wolf

The Birthday Party

I woke up in the morning feeling rested. Well today instead of sleeping in the basement, I got to sleep on a bed. I have to remind myself that Granny is around, meaning that I can at least enjoy myself.

I go straight to the bathroom and filling the bathtub with water. I can't wait to relax in the warm water. Something I hadn't done in a very long time. When it's full I soak myself inside the warm water. Just so relaxing.

After a long time of bathing, I finally get out of the water. I put on some fresh clothes. Simply sweatpants and a sweatshirt .

The moment I step out of my room, I can smell breakfast from the kitchen. It smells so amazing and I'm sure it's granny preparing it.

"It smells amazing," I compliment as I step inside the kitchen.

"Happy birthday my little angel," Granny throws me into a hug. Almost forgot again about that.

"Thank you nana," I sing embracing the warm hug.

"Are you ready to find your mate?" She whispers.

"Nana. I already know how it's going to end. So no, I'm not thrilled about it," I respond.

"You're being so hard on yourself," she states. "Go and sit down. I'll be serving breakfast in a few minutes," she adds.

"But I thought I can help."

"No never! It's your birthday today. I'm not going to let something like that happen, " she instantly refuses kicking me out of the kitchen. " No go sit down, " she instructs.

Following her lead, I go to the dining area. Where the rest of the family should be seated. Also spotting, Marinda and Layla on the table.

" So like I said. I don't want that for my birthday. It's so old fashioned, " Kamila states to her friends. How pathetic. Telling people what to get her, on her birthday. I don't understand how people keep up with someone demanding as her.

" Remember, only gold, silver and black wrapping, " Layla recalls. Silently I join everyone in the table. They don't even notice my existence.

" So you're sharing your birthday with Amber? " Marinda questions curious.

" Granny is here. And you already know how she is. But the party is still about me and not Amber and I need you girls to respect that, " she makes it known to everyone. I don't really care about it, it's not like I would enjoy it.

" So you and Alpha Asher, huh? " Layla speaks as though it's something interesting. " He's scary though, " she says.

" He's handsome and strong. And he deserves a girl like me, " she says. " You girls just don't understand, " she continues.

" But he'd kill you if you ever cheat on him, or do something stupid, " Layla reminds with a silent chuckle.

" Are trying to say I'm a slut?" Kamila growls with anger.

" No of course not. I'm just saying, " Layla is fast to defend herself. It's not surprising that they are scared of her. She's a bully, even to her so called best friends.

" Anyways why would I cheat on a man like him. He's got everything. The reputation, looks, power and money. You don't randomly get that from just any man, " she says. Someone save me from all this torture. It's so boring.

" You're so lucky. I also wish to have such a mate," Marinda adds.

"What are you girls talking about?" My father walks into the scene. Actually thank him for disrupting this stupid topic.

"The party," Kamila answers.

"Everyone settle down. I want to serve breakfast," Granny comes in carrying the trays. Soon Veronica follows to join us.

"Thank you Nana," I gladly accept my portion.

"Ohh Amber. You're the only thankful soul in this household," she responds with a smile. I also smile filled with happiness, as everyone else frowns at the comment.

I help myself with the juicy breakfast. It tastes so good, especially since granny made it. Such a great cook, I sometimes wish I can cook like her.

With a bit of chitchat, breakfast was soon over. I had to go and help Kamila finish setting up. At least now she doesn't make me do all of the work.

The day went by without even noticing. Soon it was already dark, and the party about to start in a few hours.

Walking home, realizing I don't even have a dress for the party. The only ones I have, are either very old or ruined. It's even stupid that I had hope for this party.

Well at least I haven't found my mate, meaning I'm not rejected yet. Hopefully they are not from this pack. Limiting my chances of ever meeting them.

"Amber you're back? You should be getting ready for the party." Immediately I'm greeted by my grandma at the door.

" But I don't have anything to wear, " I claim.

" That is not a problem. Now go upstairs and start getting ready, " she instructs prompting me to go.

" But... "

" Go, go, go, " she sends me away. I snicker as I move up the stairs going to my room. Which I only get to use when granny is around.

I walk inside and immediately surprised to see a dress waiting for me on top of my bed. A black missord sequin dress, with accessories to match right next to it. I jump and squeal with excitement as I hold in my hands. The fabric feels so expensive. Looks so gorgeous. My granny really has impeccable taste in clothing.

I just can't wait to put it on and see how it looks. I rush to the shower and start cleaning myself. Soon I'm drying my hair and body. When I'm done I put on the dress. The fabric feeling so soft on my skin. It's a one shoulder cut that reached the floor and it's mermaid. So exciting, I feel like a princess in this.

It fits me perfectly, and I can't help but shedd tears as I look in the mirror. It just looks so amazing. But I have to get my act together, or else I might ruin this beautiful dress.

I fix my face, and start curling my long thick hair, which took a long while. Healthy black, with shine, even though I don't have enough to take care for it very often. My midnight black hair and moon shadow eyes, were something I got from my grandma. Whilst Kamila got most of her features from my mother.

We are twins, but not at all identical. I'm more from my grandma's side, while Kamila got most from my mother. They almost look like twins actually.

After I'm finished even putting on the pair of heels, I accessorize my dress with the jewelry put out for me and matching stole cape. At least the heels are not high and not so uncomfortable. Like the stilettos Kamila usually wear.

I get out of the room, finding them waiting for me down stairs. Everyone looks shocked to see me appearing in such a beautiful dress. And Kamila just looks jealous.

"WOW, Amber. You're so beautiful," granny compliments with a biggest smile in her face.

"Well you picked it out," I snicker, feeling my heart race I move down the last steps.

"But you wore it like a star. I almost can't recognize you," she says.

"Well we should be going. Alpha Asher will be here any moment," Kamila interrupts. With that turning away and ready to leave. I don't understand why she's jealous. She looks amazing in her silver sequin that is nicely complimented by the red satin. Splitting somewhere in her mid thigh. And her chocolate brown curls look perfect, complimenting dreamy, bliss-blue eyes.

"Don't mind her. She's just jealous. You look so beautiful tonight," granny whispers.

"You too look beautiful, Nana," I chuckle. I couldn't forget my grandma looking like a Hollywood star. A red floor length bodycon, with a long side tie train. She's like a queen, it's so elegant.

Even my parents dressed the part. Honoring their daughter.

"Ohh thank you baby. But I want you to have fun tonight. It's your day and you should enjoy it," she says. I wish I can take her advice. But I don't know how when I'm so anxious about finding my mate. I wouldn't be if weren't everyone reminding me about it.

What if they are at the party? And what if the reject me in front of everyone.

Granny gives me a pat on the back, signalling me to calm down. Almost forgot we are werewolves and can sense when someone is not feeling well.

I even wonder how my parents got away with the scheme of my sister being the first born, or everyone just chose to buy into it since no one wants me as their Beta.

I try to calm down, but it's hard, and my heart races even faster as we arrive at the party. It's packed with even members from other packs.