When It's Time

Mate?

Jax POV

Everyone who's anyone attends these celebrations my mother arranges, of course as this one is to celebrate my success at the meeting I must attend. I dress in my formal navy suit, leaving the jacket in exchange for a more comfortable vest, with my father’s favorite dress loafers he insisted I wear. Dawson has continued to annoy me, and my mate’s scent still lingering is of no help as it only increases his annoying excitement. Don’t get me wrong, I am also anxious to meet my mate finally, but duties must come first, and according to my mother this is a duty. I finish tousling my hair shortly before there is a knock at my door signaling it is time for me to be escorted to the grand hall for the ceremony. I open the door and surprisingly see my mother instead of Daniel, who was supposed to be escorting me. “What are you doing mom?” “Oh, I decided to switch a few things up this time. Your father decided to introduce the rouge to the pack, so I wanted to have a little excitement as well.” she responds before gesturing for me to lead, taking my arm before gracefully matching my strides as I shorten them for her. I begin to smell my mate once again, only this time it is recent, as well as much stronger. ‘MATE! MATE IS NEAR!’ Dawson screams in excitement causing me to flinch a bit. I hear my mother chuckle before she shakes her head, proceeding to signal the guards to open the grand hall doors.

Mia POV

George escorts me through the halls, giving me a short tour before his eyes fog, “It is almost time for us to arrive, let us go to the grand hall.” he states, his naturally commanding tone is understandable given his rank. I have still been unable to reach Olly, which concerns me as the full moon is tonight and I have yet to find the source of my mate's smell. Through the ancestral knowledge I’ve gained, I know that my bloodline can only find their mate if the wolf is in control, otherwise the mate bond will not be complete. Witches cursed one of my many past lives to which I must now bear the burden. My mate’s intoxicating smell only gets stronger as we approach the grand hall as George calls it, upon reaching the door he gestures for me to listen. “I know we have had many ordeals with rouges. All have been violent with the exception of some small children, until now. Much is unknown about her, as well as her knowledge, or lack thereof, of her own kind. After your Alpha Prince’s success at the Alpha meet, I decided it would also be a good time to introduce this rouge.” I can hear King Andrew address his pack, and many from fellow packs. I hold my head high as the doors begin to open, revealing a beautiful gold and purple themed room, packed full with people staring at me in wonder, some disgust, and even lust. I smile as I inhale deeply, smelling my mate even more now before looking toward King Andrew. I see his smile and approach, not failing to notice the empty seat next to him and his mate. “I would introduce her, but we have come to a mutual respect given her unknown background. With that said, I will allow her to introduce herself.” he says curtly before stepping back, signaling me to take center stage. My heart begins to race as I look out and see hundreds of people staring at me, smiling as I refrain from exerting my power, “Hello everyone, I am sure some, if not most of you have heard the rumors. Rumors that have a lot of missing context, which i will briefly clear. My name is Mia, I am Olyvia Conti’s wolf.” At that, the crowd begins to murmur, only to be silenced by King Andrew raising his hand, allowing me to continue “I am aware it is strange for a wolf to take control before their first shift, the reason is unknown as of now. I was raised in the human world, Olyvia even believed she was one, although crazy since I continued to tell her otherwise. Please excuse me as I have no understanding or knowledge of this world or its customs and traditions, I deeply apologize to those whom I have encountered if any offense was made. Thank you for your time, patience and hopefully acceptance.” 

Jax POV

Once my father announced the multi-treaty to the pack, much to their approval, I took my leave as Dawson wanted to investigate the increasing smell of my mate. Roaming through the halls I continue to smell her, trying to follow the scent that appears to be everywhere yet nowhere. I hear the cheering of the packs signaling the rouge was introduced and the feast is being served, causing me to quickly make my way to the dining hall. ‘Mate is here. Hurry!’ Dawson says, thankfully no longer screaming as I begin to slightly run. I take a deep breath as I enter, smelling her delicious scent, the amount of people causing it to be difficult to spot her. She is here, I will finally meet her. I take my seat next to my mother, causing her to look at me while grabbing and squeezing my hand, “She will be here shortly.” is all she says before turning back towards the table as the maids finish placing everyone’s meals. Unlike most packs, our maids are regarded as high ranking officials as they can be valuable eyes and ears. I hear the doors open once again, my sense of smell being flooded by the smell of my mate. Before I can turn to see the source of the amazing smell, I can hear Daniel, “What has been up with you lately? You seem to have been different. It’s like you are not here even when you are. Is there anything I can help you with?” he asks, concern coating his words causing me to think that yes he will be the perfect beta. “I’ve been smelling my mate more and more, and Dawson has been driving me nuts.” I quickly say before turning towards the newcomer. ‘Beautiful.’ I hear before promptly fainting.