Leonora
Chapter One
Leonora
The birds chirped loudly and I sang along to their beautiful tune, the day seems to shine brighter than any other and the wide smile on my face mirrors how ripples of joy collided inside of me. My excitement was hard to hide as a thought crossed my mind making my cheeks turn red, I took a piece of clothing and sniffed it deeply allowing the sweet scent travel through my sensory organs and overwhelm me with pleasure.
"Nora, are you sure you're fine?" A voice suddenly jolted me out of my reverie.
I kept my eyes shut still and continued to enjoy the moment, a manly figure appeared before me and he held my hands, I felt emotions explode inside of me as our skin touched and he offered to dance with me. Our movements were in synchrony and nothing else existed only the reflection of our love and passion which burns with a never ending flame.
"Nora...." I heard a faint voice call out.
But no, no one was allowed to disrupt this moment of joy that I had, I would cherish it forever but then I felt a cold feeling on my skin which forced me to open my eyes. I was about to melt out on whatever or whoever it was when I realized it was Melanie; my best friend.
"Melanie..." I said with a frown.
She shook her head and gave me a gentle knock on my forehead, it hurt so I let out a little growl.
"What did you do that for?" I yelled.
"I've been calling your name for half an hour now!"
"No you haven't!" I argued.
"You would have noticed if you weren't busy clenching that piece of cloth Alpha Frey wore and gave to you!"
"I wasn't doing that." I denied.
She pinched the bridge of my nose and I clenched my fist.
"No need to get all worked up just because of his clothing, you're going to be officially mated to him today and we have less than five hours to prepare for the ceremony, you're wasting precious time!"
I gasped as I realized she was right, I was lost in my world of fantasy that I forgot that the most important event of my life was happening that day.
"See? You realize I was right?" She teased.
"You have to help me get ready Mel."
I held on to her cloth and dragged her closer. She chuckled loudly and gently slapped my hand away, she scoffed and pretended to be angry so I gave her a hug and pinched her soft cheeks.
"Let go of me." She protested.
I chuckled and let her be, we spent the next hours weirdly talking about how Frey and I met and preparing for the ball? It was hilarious as Mel wouldn't stop teasing me and by he time I was fully dressed she taunted and called me a precious seduction.
"The Alpha would denounce the throne and give away his crown only to ravish and know every inch of this body of yours in exchange. His wolf will go mad with passion and list that he'll take you right the moment he set eyes on you because even the goddess must be jealous of you, your look alone can kill all rogues and destroy even the greatest packs of all!" Mel exclaimed.
I blushed hard as she showered me with encomiums.
"Seriously, even the almighty Alpha Daemon in his wickedness and sovereignty dares not take his eyes off you. Alpha Frey should worship you, you look too beautiful!" She continued.
I threw her a light punch and she dodged it, we both laughed and heard a gentle knock on the door. We looked at each other knowingly and I shook my head to signify that I had no idea what was happening, Mel stood up and went to answer the door, she opened the door to reveal a guard from the Alpha's mansion. Mel spoke with him in hushed tones and then nodded before turning to me.
The guard Bowes his head slightly before leaving.
"What was that about?" I asked curiously.
"Guess who the Alpha sent a personal carriage for?" She drawled.
My eyes widened in shock as I realized that Frey had sent a carriage to pick me up, she held my hands and we both squealed excitedly. I couldn't stop blushing knowing that I was in the right hands.
"Come on, we don't want to be late for your ceremony." Mel said.
I smiled and nodded my head, she adjusted my dress and quickly wore hers as well. Half an hour later we were done and the guards gently and respectfully led us both to the carriage. We got in and the rider took us to the mansion, we had a chauffeur attend to us, me especially and I felt on top of the world.
I spent the first hour of the ceremony getting familiar with the guests and dignitaries since it wasn't a secret that I was the Alpha's mate and I couldn't wait to be officially declared Luna and mate of the pack. Everyone's attention was suddenly drawn to a distance and I couldn't help but also check it out and there he was in his full glory; the man that makes my heart beat really fast than it should.
Unmated female werewolves were howling and some whistling which was odd when they saw him, they were probably trying their luck while I stood rooted in a spot admiring the gif the moon goddess gave me as a mate. Mel nudged me gently and leaned in to whisper to my ears.
"Your mate is sure stunning, every wolf here has undressed him with their eyes." Mel said.
"Don't be so dramatic silly girl." I said and we both laughed.
His scent filled my nostrils as he walked towards me, his smile was bright and I was lost in the ectasy of his presence and the whole world seem to come to a standstill the moment he stood before me. He licked his bottom lips which made my wolf go crazy but then suddenly the smile on his face disappeared.
"I reject you as my mate!"