Denying Fate ( Moonlight Trials Series #1)

Chapter 2 - Getting Ready

Chapter 2 – Getting Ready

Karmas POV

Everyone’s chores were done in record speed and the house was spotless. Gazebos were being set up in the back yard for the party. Despite it being Autumn, the weather was still beautiful enough to be outdoors, the sun was warm, and evenings cold so heaters were set up in the corners of the gazebos just in case anyone got cold. Tables had been lined with black tablecloths ready for the food to be brought out and a whole gazebo was being dedicated to drinks of all kinds. The pool had been cleaned and warmed up for guests to swim at their leisure and a very large BBQ was beginning to smoke in the corner. Trays of meats were sat in the fridge and freezer inside the house. Mismatched tables and chairs were scattered everywhere, some under Gazebos, some around the pool and others near the woodland tree line.

Chase and I had been giggling, singing, dancing and joking around all day whilst we did my chores. We worked best together when we made things into a competition or game. We chased each other in and around the house searching for tables and chairs that weren’t being used. We timed each other to see who could set a gazebo up fastest and we even fought over who was going to test the water in the pool, well we were until Alpha George arrived and decided for us. He pushed Chase in the pool whilst screaming Happy Birthday. I couldn’t stop laughing at that and was soon joined by Alpha George, who I called Uncle, clutching his ribs as he howled with laughter too.

Alpha George was a good-looking man albeit very hard faced. He had light brown eyes and light sandy hair, he was well over 6ft, and his body was colossal. He was almost 55 and except for a little beer belly he still held his muscled figure from his training days. The reason I say, hard faced, is because of the three scars running down his right cheek. They make him look scarier than he is to most of the pack, especially the young children. But I’ve known him as long as I’ve been alive and know how happy and carefree, he is. He won’t talk about his scars and even Chase doesn’t know how he got them.

Finally, Once Chase had gotten out of the pool, grumbling at his dad but confirming the pool was warm. He went to change before greeting some of the already arriving guests and being “sociable” as his mother put it. After that he would head upstairs to change for the party. Meanwhile, I did some last-minute things that needed attention such as blowing up balloons and setting up the playlists. I knew all of Chases favourite bands and made sure there were lots of music to dance to as well as an evening playlist of chilled out music that wasn’t as heavy. Once I had finished, I headed to my room to get ready for the evening, as Chases guest I didn’t have to serve anyone tonight. My mother and father would still be serving though which made me think twice about whether I should dress down to help if they needed me.

I was going through my walk-in closet when I heard a faint knock at the door.

“Come in!” I yelled from my closet. I popped my head out to see the most beautiful woman I had ever known to exist. She had long, red hair that curled in waves down to her waist. Vibrant green eyes that shouted wisdom as well as some mischief. Small brown freckles dotted all over her face, and despite being in her early 50’s now she didn’t have a wrinkle on her! She was only 5’5 but made up for her size in speed and cunning. She was Chases mother and the packs Luna.

“Hey Sweetheart!” She smiled and gave me a kiss on the forehead. “Chase has obviously spoken to me. How are you taking the information of knowing who your mate is without actually knowing?”

“To be honest Aunt Leah, I have always loved Chase, you know that, so I don’t feel any different” I shrugged. “It’s just nice to know he definitely feels the same, and on my 18th Birthday we can finally be official instead of just being our daft usual selves!” I smiled happily. “That is as long as everyone approves and its true and Chase isn’t confused… I mean, I don’t understand why he would be paired with me of all people?” I started to come down from my high of learning we were mates, despite Chase’s speech about being more than mates, it still worried me. “I know we’re close but maybe he’s just confused because we’ve grown to love each other since we were little?” I looked at Aunt Leah confused, hoping she had the answers.

“I’m not going to pretend I know everything Kar, but I do know Chase loves you!” She sighed. “The mate bond is something that the moon goddess created for us to find our true loves, the one who would compete us and make us stronger, share our pains and happiness throughout life. You and Chase have done this many times since being small, especially overcoming the torture people threw at you both because of your friendship. Maybe Chase is getting over excited, but I know you mean a lot to each other. Maybe even if you aren’t mates on your 18th birthday, you are still meant to be? Maybe the goddess knows you won’t find your fated mates.” She shrugged again before wrapping me in a hug. “Now get on your best dress, you’re Chase’s plus one tonight and you won’t be lifting a finger and need to keep all those other girls away from him! Lunas order, ok?” She winked and laughed.

“Yes ma’am!” I laughed, saluting her before heading into my closet again and bringing out my favourite black dress which had multicoloured stars and planets all over it. It was a high neck but open backed dress which only came to my knees, Chase loved the dress on me so I hoped it would be good enough for tonight.

Chases POV

I had finally gotten out of the way of everyone and managed to escape to my room to change. I flopped down on my bed and looked at the roof of my old fashioned four poster bed. I had collaged pictures of everyone I cared about on there much to my mother’s disdain.

There were pictures of Mum, Dad, Dan – my future beta, Mr Fletch – Dans dad and current beta, Mr and Mrs Grego – Karmas parents and of course Karma as well as a few other faces of people I liked. I couldn’t help but look at Karma and see how amazingly beautiful she was and had grown to be. I hoped she was wearing my favourite dress tonight as I fully intended on matching her. My eyes were drawn to a picture of myself and Karma as incredibly young pups, probably around 3/4 and 5. Another guy stood with us. His dark brown hair reaching his shoulders in length even then at around 7 years old. Tracker had been my best friend until he suddenly left the pack with his parents. They had just walked away one day, and we were never allowed to mention them again. I sighed and sat up then smiled at the sight of the outfit I was wearing tonight.

I proceeded to get ready by hitting the shower when a sudden mind link happened.

Chase, are you ready? I wondered what you were wearing. I heard Karma’s voice come through. Yes, she hadn’t reached maturity yet, but we were always able to mind link each other from such a young age. My dad assumed it was because of how close we were.

No, I’m in the shower and it’s a secret missy! I linked back, laughing. I was sure she would be able to hear the laughter in my voice.

That’s mean Chase! Also, I did NOT need to know that. I could see the pout that she would definitely, have on her face at the moment as well as red cheeks imagining me in the shower. Chase, please! Give me info! She whined. Ace was growling in my head for me to tell her and stop teasing our mate.

Well, let’s see. I currently have hot water running down my skin, you know to get me clean! I laughed causing Ace to growl again.

CHASE! Not the info I meant! Again, I knew she would be going beet red right now and definitely getting a little annoyed.

Fine, I won’t tell you, but your clue is… us… I said hoping she got the meaning. She didn’t answer back but I could sense her getting giddy. She closed the link off. I sighed, thinking about her and how perfect she was. I had to push away the visions of her showering now too as I had become a little more than excited at that thought. I took some deep breaths before continuing to shower.

After I had showered, I proceeded to dress in a dark blue suit with my black shirt which had different colour stars on it. I wasn’t going all out with a tie though. I looked at myself in the mirror and was greeted with bright hazel eyes and strawberry blonde hair. I was just short of 5’10 and still growing. I imagined how me, and Karma would look together, dancing, tonight under the moonlight tonight. I couldn’t wait anymore and decided to head down to the party area to wait for her to join us.