Hell Hound

7: Mating festival

Soraya's p.o.v.

I was sad and angry at the same time.  Sebastian told me that he wanted to have me as his mate after he turned 28 years old.  He didn't even think about an another mate that could show up in his life.  A lot of people told me that when your destined mate shows up, your whole life resolves about that person.  It would be a feeling you can't deny.  I know it could happen for Sebastian or me.  But that doesn't mean I am okay with it.  Sure I was confused at first because he's my brother, but that still didn't change my feelings for him.  Those feelings that were created long before we even saw each other again.

I was sitting at the beach not far from the pack house.  I needed a run when Jonas said what he said.  After I left the pack house I took my clothes off, shifted and took all my clothes in my mouth and ran until I reached the ocean.  Shifting back I putted all my clothes back on and let myself calm down with the wind blowing through my hair.  Looking over the water when I suddenly smelled a familiar scent.  Pineapple and fresh bread,, Sebastian.  He didn't say a word.  Taking his place behind me, putting his legs at aether side of my own and wrapping his arms around my middle.

I sighed, ''I knew something would come between us.  Even though I know you haven't found her, I have a feeling you will and leave me because your dad says so''.  He put his nose in the crook of my neck, sighing deeply.  ''He can do what he want but as soon as I run into my so called mate I will reject her.  And I know it isn't the nicest thing to do but I don't want anyone other than you baby girl.  I've waited for you for 6 years and now I have you in my reach again I won't let you out my sight, even if it's the last thing I do.''  I smiled knowing her cares about me so much, but I think that this wouldn't be so easy as he claims it to be.

''But you don't know what will happen when you find her.  What if your feelings changes when you see your mate?  Everyone says that there is an instant pull between mates when they see each other for the first time.  You can't know for sure you can resist it.''  It made my heart ache but knew it was true.  I needed to say it because if I don't it will make things more complicated if he indeed change his mind about me.  And I'm not ready to let my heart break in such way.

Sebastian lifted me up with both his hands on my waist.  Turning me around so I was straddling him now.  He took my chin a little forcefully in his hand so I couldn't avoid his eyes.  ''I indeed don't know how it will be when I come face to face with her.  But I do know that my feelings for you won't change.  Yes it will probably be difficult but I made my choice a long time ago.  It's engraved in my mind, heart and even my Lycan agrees with me.  You are the one for us and I won't let anyone stand in the way between our happiness.''  I kissed him, I love him so much when he said this to me.

But s**t, what if my own mate shows up?  Surely it would make the situation much more difficult.  I putted some space between our faces so I could look at him again.  ''But what if my own mate shows his face?  I know I love you and I don't want anyone else.  But what then?  I heard that dealing with rejection is a heavy thing to go through.''  And the thing I hate the most is to inflict pain to an innocent person who didn't ask for it.

Sebastian looked beside me towards the ocean.  Clearly thinking about what I just said before returning his gaze towards me again.  ''We will cross that bridge when we come to it.  I can handle the pain if I would reject my mate but I don't want you to go through that.  Nevertheless I know how you think about giving other people pain when it wouldn't have been necessary.  So we will look what to do when that time comes okay?''  He took my head between both his hands looking me in my eyes.  I nodded and he kissed me, letting his feelings show through it.

We shared our night watching the stars and the ocean together.  Before nightfall we went back to the pack house and towards Sebastian's room.  The days that followed were filled with training and preparations for the festival.  It was wonderful.  Though I dreaded it, it was still a beautiful sight.  It was held in the middle of the city, just a walking distance from the pack house.  Everywhere were flowers placed with lovely colors and scents.  A lot of different boots are set up and a podium was placed at the heart of the square.

It was Friday morning and the festival starts at 13.00 pm.  Me and Sebastian took our time. loving each other everywhere in his room and bathroom.  Freshen up our hickey's and coming for a countless times.  If I didn't use something for birth control I would've been pregnant after all the times he came inside of me.

After we're ready and clothed we joined the others downstairs for lunch before making our way to the festival.  Apparently Jonas had to speak to Sebastian about the speech or something so this would be a good time to talk with my mother about a few things I forgot to ask almost a week ago.  I was a little busy with, well, other things so it slipped my mind.  Taking my seat next to my mother she immediately smiled and took my hand.  Though her smile was a little saddened.  ''Sweetheart, you must know that I really did everything in my power to convince Jonas about you and Sebastian.  It resulted even in having a fight with him because he isn't changing his mind.  I'm so sorry really sweetie because you both deserve it so much.''

I pinched my mothers hand softly.  Knowing that she was there for me was already enough.  She doesn't have to quarrel with Jonas for me.  This was my and Sebastian's problem and we will face it both when the time comes.  ''It's okay mom, I know you do everything for us.  But please, he's your mate.  Let me and Sebastian handle the rest okay?''  She stood up and hugged me.

''You are the best daughter I could have asked for.''  I smiled at her and we both took our seats again.  Now that that is out of our way, it was time for some other questions.

''Mom there are still some things I wanted to ask you but forgot when certain things happened the last few days.''  She giggled.   Already knowing what I meant with a certain things.

''Go ahead sweetheart, ask me anything you want to know.  Except about your father of course.  That's something I still can't tell you.''  She took a bagel and started to eat it.

Well luckily, mom isn't getting those questions.  I lowered my head a little and sat closer towards her so it would be a more private conversation.  ''So I know that you always told me to pray for the devil instead of the well known moon goddess.  Do they pray for her here as well or are they praying here for the devil too ?''

My mother coughed after that.  After almost a minute she regained her breath again and looked at me.  ''Sweetheart, they praise the Moon Goddess here as well.  I know it must sound strange to hear from me that you need to praise the lord of the underworld but Still I have my reasons to let you pray for him.  But I must tell you the truth and let you know that I pray for both of them.  You will understand in time.  The god of the underworld isn't all bad as everyone claims him to be.''

That got me thinking.  Why especially him though?  But I do what my mother told me and wait for the wright time.  After Jonas and Sebastian were done they joined us for Lunch.  We all talked what to expect from this festival and apparently all sorts of creatures were coming to it.  I even heard Sebastian say that some Dragon shifters came by every year.   But he warned me that they are more fierce and selfish then others who were enjoying the festival.

We all got ourself ready and walked to the festivities.  Mother and Jonas walked in front of us a few feet away.  Around us was a lot of security, all looking like men in black,, hihi.  I walked besides Sebastian holding his hand and the twins were walking behind us.  The closer we came the more nerves I got.  Sebastian noticed it and lowered his head, his lips almost touching my ear.  ''Everything will be fine baby girl, as long as my so called mate wouldn't claim me out in the open everything would be fine.  If she would be there, though I doubt it.''  He said and gave me a kiss on my temple.

I know he means well but there was still a nagging feeling in my stomach.  When we reached the city we made our way to the podium, were Jonas and Sebastian would give an opening speech.  Jonas stepped towards the microphone:  ''Dear citizens and guests from all around the world.  We are happy to celebrate this year Mating Festival with all of you.  And not only that, I would like to celebrate the return of my mate and her daughter with you all.  I know it raises a lot of questions but the only thing I can tell is that she got a child and in return she and my son would be safe in the rouge attack 18 years ago.  I had every intention to put your queen and Luna to safety and have her back afterwards safe and sound.  I will let my son give you his words before opening this years festival.''

A loud applause came from all directions.  Sebastian smiled and pecked me on my lips before walking towards his father on the stage.  Jonas made a silencing gesture to the people and let Sebastian speak.  ''Hello everyone, thank you.....''  But he couldn't speak further when the most fearful word came from the crowd.

''MATE''