Twisted Loves

Chapter 2

I woke up early and looked at my phone. Realizing it was only 6:30 in the morning, I groaned and rolled back over in bed. Suddenly I jolted up when I heard my bedroom door slam open. I screamed and looked up to see a bed head messy Josh standing at my door. However, he didn’t even seem to notice me. His eyes were locked on Jas. As soon as she sensed him, she sat up in bed and locked eyes with him. She bolted out of bed and into his arms and they inhaled each other’s scents. They then growled out “mine” and immediately started making out. She was practically climbing on top of him at this point.

    “STOP! Don’t do this in my room! What the f**k?! AUNT DEBBIE!!” I screamed trying to make them stop.

    “What’s wrong, Nikki? What’s going-oh,” she exclaimed as she entered the room. She quickly chuckled and rolled her eyes. “Joshua Francis, put this young lady down immediately,” she ordered, using her Luna voice so they couldn’t say no.

    Josh rubbed the back of his neck nervously as Jas stood there in a daze, kind of confused. Once she realized what happened, her face was bright red, and she quickly tried to apologize. “I’m so sorry, Luna. I wasn’t-I didn’t mean to-I just-” she couldn’t form a coherent sentence and I chuckled.

    “Oh nonsense darling, I’m glad you and Josh are mates. However, keep it in your pants until the party's over. Got it?” she questioned looking Josh straight in the eye.

    “Yes ma’am,” he responded.

    Aunt Debbie turned and walked out the door as Josh and Jas looked over at me awkwardly. I ran forward and hugged Jas as tight as possible.

    “Jas this is amazing! Now we can officially be family!” I joked as I held her tight and bounced in her arms. Her long black hair was all over the place and her hazel eyes sparkled when I pulled away and held her still.

    Josh cleared his throat behind us. He then proceeded to ask, “Nikki, may I have my mate please? I’d like to spend some time alone with her before the party.”

    I turned around and glared at him before practically yelling at him, “Do not, I repeat DO NOT hurt her! I will end your Alpha reign so fast if you do.” Looking at him now I realize that he looked at her like she was the only person in the world. I knew I could trust him not to hurt her. I was beyond happy. I quickly hugged him tight then pushed Jas towards him and rushed them out of the door.

    I decided to take a very long shower before breakfast, so I walked into the restroom and immediately turned the water on. Once it was hot enough for me, I stripped and walked in, allowing the cascade of water to soothe away any tensions and worries I had for today. I took my time, used my strawberry body wash and my vanilla shampoo and conditioner, taking extra care to make myself squeaky clean, then shaving before I climbed out. I wrapped my robe around my body while I pulled my hair into a messy bun. I ran to my closet and quickly threw on some mesh gym shorts and a loose fitting t-shirt before I headed downstairs for breakfast. As soon as I walked into the dining hall, Ms. Wilson threw her arms around me and immediately started to lightly cry. I smiled and hugged her back until she pulled away.

    “Oh, Nikita, dear. My little butterfly is a grown woman now. I can’t believe it,” she says to me, her grey eyes glossy with unshed tears. She doesn’t let me go and just stares at me for a moment, then pulls away and walked to the kitchen. When she returned I was sitting in my seat, and she placed a plate of turkey bacon, peanut butter chocolate chip pancakes, and a tall glass of milk in front of me. Breakfast is the only time I drink something different than Mt. Dew. “Happy birthday little one.”

    “Thank you, Ms. Wilson. For everything,” I reply as she kisses my forehead. I then dive into breakfast. Aunt Debbie and Uncle Jonathon walk in a few minutes later and immediately wish me a happy birthday. I mumble a thanks and we all get into breakfast. My aunt then ushers me upstairs to get ready, even though it’s only ten in the morning and the party starts at five this evening. She insists everything needs to be perfect, so I just listen and walk upstairs to my room.

    When I enter, Josh is sitting on my bed looking down at his hands. He senses me coming in and immediately looks up at me with the happiest expression I’ve ever seen on him. I quickly return the smile and walk to my bed.

             "Josh I'm so happy for you. My two favorite people are mated to each other. This is the best birthday gift ever!" I exclaim as I throw my arms around his neck. He chuckles and returns the gesture.

             "I'm so happy, Nikki. She's perfect. And to think she's been right here this entire time! I feel like a fool," he replied sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck. I quickly laughed it off and we chatted for a few more minutes until I realized I had to get ready.

              Right on cue, Jas entered the room. She looked at the two of us with a worried expression that quickly faded once she saw us both smiling. "Babe, I love you and all, but Nik and I are supposed to get ready together. Can I steal her?" she asked Josh as she pulled him down for a kiss. He gave her a soft, gentle kiss before nodding and leaving the room, shutting the door behind him.

             I smiled at Jas and as I walked to my closet I yelled back, "so now the two of you are together. The perfect birthday gift! How are you feeling?" I grab my dress that's in its bag and walk out to the room. Jas is sitting on my bed smiling over at me.

             "Nik, I'm so happy! He is the sweetest, most gentle, caring and kind hearted guy I've ever met. He's a gentleman through and through. The way he looks at me makes me feel so complete. I couldn't ask for anyone better," she rambles off as I sit and listen to her. She didn't even care that she would be a Luna. She saw Josh for who he was, not what he was. That was perfect for me. He deserved this, and so did she.

            "I'm over the moon happy for you, Jas. You both deserve this," I said as I stood up and walked into the bathroom, stripped and quickly showered. When I walked out, Jas wasn't there anymore. I figured she went to shower quickly, so I opened up my garment bag and pulled it off my dress. It was a halter dress, almost navy blue, with a generous V that would accentuate my chest in the right ways, and at my hips it flared out a little in a semi glowing skirt with one extra layer of tulle. In the tulle and along the halter and V neckline were little sparkling diamonds. It reminded me of stars in the sky, and easily was my favorite dress.

             As I stepped back to admire my dress, I was quickly yanked from my thoughts as Jas gasped behind me. She hadn't seen my dress yet, and clearly she was excited. "Nik this is absolutely stunning! Oh my goddess, let's get your hair and makeup done now!" she squealed as she dragged me to the vanity. She put my hair up into a loose but elegantly styled bun, and let a few loose strands fall around and frame my face. She gave me a smokey eye, a dark and almost natural lipstick, and a bit of blush. I was blown away with how I looked. She then shooed me away so she could get herself ready, and I took this opportunity to get into the dress.

             Once I finished, I put on my silver strap heels, which were covered in faux diamonds. I took a once over in the mirror before Jas came over and stood next to me. She looked exquisite in her red strapless dress. It clung to her curved and ended just above her knees, and had a makeshift knot on her one hip. It accented her caramel skin perfectly.

            "You ready, b***h?" she asked me as she got ready to walk out the door. I just laughed and shook my head at her.

            "You go ahead, I need a few minutes to myself before I make my appearance," I told her. Truth be told, I was nervous as hell. This night could change my life. I didn't know what to expect.

            Jas walked out and left me on my own, most likely she went to find Josh. I smiled as I sat on the edge of the bed for another fifteen minutes before I got the courage to walk down the stairs.

Drake POV

            I can't believe I'm running late for the party. I had lost my dress shoes, so I had to run to the store last minute, and that set me back in time tremendously. I don't know why I or my wolf were so anxious about this party, but I was hoping and praying that nothing bad happened.

             I was pulled from my thoughts when I heard my phone ringing. I pressed the answer button on the steering wheel and soon heard Josh's voice coming through.

            "Dude where have you been?! The party started and I can't find you anywhere!" he actually seemed annoyed with me. I wasn't quite sure why as it was his party not mine.

            "I'm on my way, I couldn't find my shoes so I had to go get a new pair. Sorry man," I quickly told him before he snapped at me. I wasn't about to tell him I didn't even want to be there. He's my best friend.

            I was cut from my thoughts as he yelled through the phone, "I found my mate dude! She's perfect!"

           "That's great dude!" I replied half enthusiastically. I was happy for him, truly. However, unlike Josh, I didn't want a mate. I didn't think I deserved one. I had been with so many women it was like I was cheating on her before I even knew her. Last month when i turned eighteen i thought i was feeling the pull towards Nikki, and that was not good. Not that i didn't think she was absolutely breathtaking, but I was a man w***e and she was so pure. She deserved better.

            "It's Jasmine! This whole time she was right here man!" Josh cut off my thoughts.

            I laughed to myself before replying, "Well man I'm happy for you. She's been right under your nose the whole time."

            "I know right? Just get here, it's gonna be a great night!"

            "Alright alright, I'm about five minutes out. Later," I said as I hung up quickly. Branch, my wolf, started pacing.

            What's up man? You good?

            I didn't get an answer, so I just rolled my eyes and drove to the pack house. As expected it was crazy. Luna was adamant about a perfect birthday party, so it was no surprise. I shut the car off, got out and walked in the front door. I was immediately hit with a beautiful scent of vanilla.

             Branch was running circles in my head and I searched for the scent. When I followed it a little further I stopped and froze. There she stood, beautiful as can be, and she looked my way. As soon as we locked eyes I was lost.

             Mate

             Well s**t…

Nikita POV

            As I made my way down the stairs I noticed how busy the place was. It was a little intimidating, but I knew Aunt Debbie had made this all happen. I smiled as I thought of how much she truly cared for Josh and I. I stepped off the bottom step and immediately bumped into someone. When I stepped back and looked up, this man was handsome, and I couldn't help but look at him.

             "I'm so sorry! I wasn't watching where I was going, please forgive me," I blurted out to the stranger. He immediately laughed and shook his head, causing his light brown hair to shake just a little bit. I caught a glimpse of some tattoos on the right side of his neck and couldn't help but look down at his hands. The left one had some ink as well. I was instantly drawn to them. I blushed as he responded, causing me to snap my head up.

            "Don't worry yourself, dear. It's a packed house, can't expect to avoid bumping into people every once in a while. May I ask what you were staring at a second ago?" As he asked this I blushed with embarrassment.

            "Oh sorry, I was looking at your ink. I have a few pieces I'm looking to get done, and I've always admired others' work. I would love to hear where you got them if you have recommendations."

             His eyes shined as I said this, and I could tell not many people asked about it. He started rolling his left sleeve up to show me and about halfway he said, "So my name is Kade, from the Sapphire Moon Pack. What's your name?" 

             Before I could answer I was hit with the most amazing scent of chocolate chip muffins. I turned towards the scent and a few moments later, Drake came into view. As soon as our eyes locked, Sapphire howled in my head. She was doing a dance in circles and I knew what this meant

              Mate.