Storm
1138 Words
Hera
I walked around the now beautifully decorated hall trying to make last minute corrections,
“Stop fussing, You've really outdone yourself” Bridget said as she took in the scenery,
The once scattered tables and chairs were now perfectly arranged, the tables were laid with white table cloth embroidered with flowers, intercontinental dishes, cutleries and glass were all set. The lights were dimmed to improve the ambiance with exception to the make shift stage where the art pieces will be displayed for auction.
“I just want everything to be perfect” I replied as I smoothed my green sequin maxi dress and signalled the butler
“reduce the flow of alcohol at the table that Dad is seating” I said to him
“That's going to be a bit of an issue Ma'am because, he is seating with all the Mafia heads and Alphas.” he replied
“You're right, but what are we going to do about it now?” I asked worriedly,
“I'll handle it, don't worry, okay?” He said, touching my shoulder reassuringly as he walked away.
Dad is an alcoholic, it's so bad that everybody knows about his poor drinking habit. Today needs to be perfect, he won't disgrace us tonight.
“Hera, come say hi to the Alpha of Blood moon” Dad said with a fake smile that can charm anyone but me,
“Good evening Alpha, Luna” I said with a perfect courtesy,
“How are you doing Dear?” The Luna asked,
“I'm doing okay You?” I replied,
“I'm great, you just came back from France right? I heard you are yet to find a mate” she grinned mischievously,
“Yes she hasn't” my Dad grinned also,
“Neither has my son, once he comes I'll introduce you to him okay?” She said as she pinched my cheeks and walked away.
I didn't even bother to reply to her because I had nothing to say.
“That was very good Hera, I need you to maintain that attitude as we greet the rest of the guests” Dad said proudly,
This is what he wants a calm, docile daughter that he can use as a pawn.
The cycle went on, Dad paraded me around the guests from proud Alphas to matchmaking Lunas but I kept my cool, my fake smile slipping not once besides I am my father's Daughter and I'm used to keeping up appearances.
The auction went on as we were having dinner, everything was going very smoothly as Dad wanted until she showed up…
“Lena” Dad spat angrily, “What are you doing here?”
“For the auction Duh, I was surprised when I didn't get an invite. More annoyed than surprised I must say” Lena said smiling,
She looked really stunning in her little red dress,
“You've grown quite a lot” she said turning to me,
“Leave, Leave now before I call security” Dad said, the pack warriors were already entering the hall,
“There's no need for that Martin, I'll see myself out” She said as she turned to leave.
While that was going on, a young man in a black tuxedo discreetly slipped a complementary card into my hand. It had “call me I'll offer you a job” written in black ink behind it and Lena’s phone number at the front. I quietly tucked it into my purse and watched the scene unfolding in front of me.
Lena's presence had dampened the party spirit, Dad stormed out furiously accompanied by the other Alphas and Mafia heads.
“A job” I thought out loud to myself, that wouldn't be a bad idea. I need to find a way to break myself out of my father's hold, I'm tired of being a pawn he uses to make things convenient for himself. I didn't leave the country to get a degree in business management for nothing, but working for Lena will cause a big problem so I can't.
“There you are, I'm being trying to speak with you the entire night but you've been occupied” I heard a voice behind me,
“And who might you be?” I said turning to the unfamiliar person,
“I'm Cyan, the Prince of Blood moon pack” he said,
Oh, so he is the son I'm supposed to meet. He was tall, blue eyed with curly light brown hair and looked quite dashing in his brown suit.
“Pardon my manners, I'm Hera”
“It's a pleasure to meet your acquaintance” Cyan said with a smile, “Lena is quite a buzzkill isn't she?”
“I'm still surprised at how the mood shifted because of her presence” I replied,
“Would you mind going for a walk?” He asked,
“Of course not” I said,
“Lead the way M’lady, it's your pack after all” He said laughing,
I couldn't help but notice the similarities between him and his mom, they both have the same mischievous glint in their eyes.
“What was it like in France?” He asked as we walked out of the hall and into the garden,
“it was beautiful almost like a dream, I stayed there for close to four years yet everyday simply felt surreal” I said, sighing dreamily,
“Wow, I can imagine” He said gently as we sat on a bench, “What are your plans now that you're back?”
“Well I plan on getting a job you know, I want to put my degree to use” I said
“Are you for real?” He managed to say amidst laughter,
“Yes I am” genuinely confused at what he found funny,
“Listen” He said taking my hand “You're a delicate flower and it's my duty to make sure you are well taken care of”
“your duty?” I asked,
“Yes love, aren't you aware?” He said with a smile,
“aware of what?” I pressed on,
“Oh! Hera, we are betrothed” He said happily,
“What? When was this arrangement made?” I asked angrily,
“Today after you spoke with my mom, our parents decided that we are made for each other” He continued,
I opened and closed my mouth like a fish, I've never been so speechless in my life,
“You don't need to worry about the wedding, I'll cover everything okay?” He added.
I'm getting married to a man I just met? What then will happen to my Goddess given mate?
I didn't bother to answer Cyan, I just got up and stormed out.
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