Aiden)
Why the h*ll are they going out? I snapped at myself. Luca was not happy either. I am in my room getting ready to go out with Darla, whom I have zero interest in. Also, they shouldn’t be going alone. I feel my body heating up, but they aren’t part of my pack and there is nothing I can do about it.
Oh, so now the big strong Alpha cares. Surprise, Luca is mocking me, and I am not in the mood for it, yet it’s what I deserve to hear. At least I know Ben is going with her, that is probably what he meant earlier by 'seeing her' comment. I can feel a possessive side of me wanting to take over, but I can’t let it. There was a reason I rejected her and I have to keep reminding myself of that.
I was finishing getting ready in my room, I chose a form-fitting long-sleeved silk black shirt with some low-rise black khakis. I didn’t want to go on this date, but I do value my appearance. As I head out of my room, I am caught by ‘her’ scent, so sweet and delicious, I notice her coming down the hallway.
Our eyes meet for a second, there is a spark. Luca was panting with excitement as he could sense her wolf. She gives me a look that I cannot quite place, no hostility, she just looks calm and warm. I look her up and down; she has a plain white T with gym shorts that make Luca go crazy. I whine internally as I stop my eyes from going dark with lust. I slow down my pace as I find myself a few feet from her. We both slow our pace and stare in silence.
“Alpha, you look nice. I hope you enjoy your date.” If it wasn’t for my control I would have slammed her against the wall and kissed her right here and then, she was the one I wished I was taking on this date, not Darla. I want to beat myself, Luca. Will not stop growling at me. I can sense his frustration and I know a future migraine is coming.
“Thank you, I heard Ben telling me about tonight. I truly hope you all have a fun night, and again, I have already called all the clubs so just give them my name.” She gave me the warmest smile I have seen yet, and that was truly all I needed to calm down. The way she looks at me at this moment is all I have been hoping for. Luca is purring so loudly that I think everyone in the pack house can hear him. I saw Crystal giggle and smirk. She could hear Luca as well. Great.
We were interrupted when I saw Darla coming down the hallway. This was the last interaction I wanted to have tonight. As Darla approaches us, I shift my body, putting myself between Darla and Crystal. I act as if I was taking Darla’s hand to give her a twirl. Luca wanted to kill me. I can sense he has shut me out. Darla’s eyes light up as she twirls around me, she is wearing a skin-tight V-line sparkly dress with platform shoes, she looks almost as tall as me. I turn back toward Crystal while Darla is giving an obnoxious giggle, but when I turn around I see Crystal making her way down the hall, the last thing I notice is her shutting the door behind her to her room. Damnit.
I turned my attention back to Darla, who was begging for it, which I was starting to realize was not a turn-on. He's batting her eyelashes at me as I know she wants to say something snarky or for me to plant a kiss on her, which is not going to happen without a fight.
“Babe, you look so handsome.” She says while still fluttering her eyelashes at me, she is trying so hard to get on my good side. I can’t help but think about Crystal, she didn’t even say anything to me, just walked away.
“Hey, we have to get going, our car is here.” Darla was telling me while already dragging me down the hallway. I instinctively looked back, f*ck I was going to be thinking about Crystal all night.
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(Crystal)
Once I finally entered my room, I locked the door quickly. I couldn't believe I was thinking about being nice to him and then she showed up. Every time I let my guard down I'm just reminded of why I kept it up all this time, and everytime it happens I beat myself up a little more. However, I didn’t have time to think about that right now, so I pulled out my phone and texted Valentina.
Me: Hey, I am getting dressed now. I will meet you downstairs in about an hour.
V: Send me a picture of what you're wearing. We should be matching tonight.
*Screenshot*
V: OK, I can work with that.
I sigh heavily as I lay down on my bed, I feel so mentally exhausted and don’t even feel like going out. Valentina would kill me in my sleep if I backed out, so I mustered up the energy and started the shower. I guess if I go out, I am going to pull out all the stops. I let the water hit my skin while I feel a sense of peace come over me. I just stand there and breathe for a minute. Trying to wash away everything from the day.
Once out, I head over to my closet, letting my towel fall as I choose to air dry. I told V I was wearing a black sequined halter dress with an open back and just a tiny slit in the leg, paired with a long cat heel. We are hot, Selena purrs with satisfaction. I cannot help but agree with her. I never get to dress up and, for once, I feel ready to take on the club.
*Buzz Buzz*
I received a text from Ben that he was ready and, with the boys downstairs wherever we were, I met up with Valentina before heading down. I was stunned when I saw her, she always amazes me. She was in a mesh mini-gold backless dress that accentuated her chest nicely while shimmering her features. She walked towards me while striding her long legs in some nude six-inch heels, making it all look effortless.
“OK, who are you and what have you done with Crystal?” Valentina asked me while looking at me in awe. I gave her a playful tap and just kept walking.
“I am trying to look my best, I am single after all.” I gave her a quick wink as we both linked arms, descending the stairs.
We don’t even get halfway down before we are yelling, we rush down the stairs a bit further to see the guys have already started to pregame and are laughing and yelling all at once. I look at V, and she looks at me with an eye roll. We see Buddy and Zane playing beer pong while Cam, Ben, and Brady are all shotgunning what looks like their fifth beer.
Ben is the first to notice us, he immediately stops and walks over to us.
“Ladies, you both look gorgeous.” He said while giving me a kiss on the cheek and a big hug, it was so nice to be around my brother again after all this time.
The rest walk over and start complimenting us. V loves the attention as she starts posing for the guys and putting on a show.
“Hey, the car is here,” Buddy states while looking at his phone, being with the beta and gamma has a few perks, such as using alpha vehicles and getting a driver.
We step out and saw a limo. I pause as I am internally taking in the fact that we are about to take a limo to the club as we are heading to prom. Once piled in, we head out, V and I hand out glasses and turn on the music, we each pour our respected alcohols and start jamming out. Blissfully unaware of anything else in the world.
Arriving at the club, I recognize it’s called O’Malleys, the owner and Aiden are good friends. Most of the staff here are werewolves. This is one of the many business inquiries this pack uses to make money. I am pleased as we all know our surroundings here, except V.
We get out of the limo and see a big line, V and I make a tiny groan as we both loathe waiting in lines. Buddy and Brady share a look as they walk up to the bouncer, this tall Mr. Muscles man motions us over. He unblocks the door and smiles at us, motioning us inside.
Once inside, we are greeted by a cocktail waitress. She is a nice-looking brunette with a tray in her hand.
“Hey, if you want to follow me to the Alpha section.” Without another word, we followed close behind, V and I were so excited to get out on the dance floor. She escorts us to a nice booth with a porcelain table in the center with a little extra room in case we want to dance inside our section. We all take a seat at the booth before Ben slips her a bill and gives her a nod.
“The Alpha told us you were coming and to prepare bottles, we have the selections underneath the table. If you need anything else, just flag me down.” She gave us a warm smile before disappearing into the crowd. We don’t hesitate to crack open a bottle and start drinking, we all make some cheers before I get up and grab V to head over to the dance floor.
We hit the floor hard with our drinks in our hands. I saw the guys already dancing with the girls. V and I are dancing it together and loving it. I let all my worries fade away, and I am just hoping nothing ruins this night.