Chapter 3

" You may kiss the bride " 

Rosalie heard the Priest say it from somewhere above , the hands that were holding her's let go of them , only to grip the veil covering her face . Her hands started sweating and finally the reality of her situation came rushing at full speed hitting her in face . 

She was married , married to a cold , bloodthirsty man , who killed of his own mate .

Rosalie felt the veil leaving her face and she slowly looked up only to meet one of the most darkest ruby red eyes she had ever laid eyes upon . Aiden's black hair was swept black and his entire look might have suited him well if not the hollowness in his eyes .

 He doesn't want to marry her .

Rosalie didn't even need to think about the reason behind that apathetic gaze .  

 Aiden gripped her chin with his forefinger and thumb , tilting her head back . He swept down, placing his lips upon her's, Unlike his cold demeanour , his lips were warm and after the smallest of fraction he rose back up again .

The crowd burst in an applause and the reception of the wedding begun . Rosalie took the lead and threw her bouquet of flowers , which landed directly in Cecelia 's hands , her mate Adam blushed furiously as his friends cat called at him . Rosalie beamed for real the first time in the day , well at least someone will be getting their love .

The next ceremony was the throwing of garter , this was what Rosalie was dreading about but she still raised her wedding dress upto her thighs , high enough for Aiden to remove her garter . She was expecting him to do it by his hands but to her surprise he kneeled down , placing his lips on her thigh , making her flinch . 

His eyes flickered to meet her's for a second before he started dragging the garter of her thigh , his touch was like that of scorching fire , making Rosalie shudder . 

After what looked like years , the garter was off and Aiden threw it at the bachelors , Rosalie caught a glimpse of brown hair and green eyes , as the man jumped up whooping after catching it . It took her some time before she realized that the person was Aiden's best man , whom she had no recollection of .

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" can you believe the nerve of him !?" once the wedding reception was almost done Cecelia came rushing at Rosalie complaining the moment she opened her mouth .

" What do you mean?" Rosalie raised her head from the mashed potatoes she was eating .

" How can you still eat?" 

" I haven't eaten anything from morning , why ? were you expecting me to starve myself ?" 

Cecelia rolled her eyes and pointed at the dance floor " do you see with whom your husband is dancing with? Its his mistress ! Giselle Flint ."

Rosalie looked over to the dance floor , it wasn't difficult to find Aiden with his tall built and raven black hair , he was indeed dancing with a woman of flaming red hairs and beautiful bright yellow eyes , smiling at him .

" I don't see the problem " Said Rosalie infact what she said was the absolute truth , she only married Aiden for a life of peace and comforts , call her gold digger but see if she cared .

" She is dancing with your husband!"

" Jeez Cece , you're reacting as if they are fucking on the dance floor instead of just dancing " 

Cecelia winced at her crude choice of words but Rosalie didn't care she wolfed down a couple more pieces of pot roast and only stopped when her corset started to feel a lot tighter than it was in the morning . The moon Goddess have given her another chance and she wasn't going to mess it up , she will never run after a man , he can kiss her ass if he thinks she will his pretty littke wife , caring for his needs and taking care of his mistress as well .

Nope , Not happening , this marriage was a marriage of convenience and that means she gets her comforts while he gets his , and if that means he gotta keep his mistress , by all means he can keep on with that .

" Rosalie?" 

Cecelia stiffened glowering at the man who interrupted them but Rosalie merely took an indifferent glance at the man . He looked really handsome with his wavy dark blue hair and pumpkin eyes but Rosalie didn't even feel a fragment of emotion looking at her ex mate .

" Tyler " 

" Would you like to dance with me ? " Tyler tilted his head towards the dance floor , Cecelia looked as if she was going to start telling him off any second but Rosalie beat her to it .

" Sure why not " she smiled her most charming smile , she caught the stunned look on Tyler face before guiding him towards the dance floor . She had been so foolish , if not for her timidness and lack of confident , she easily left Anna far behind in the matter of looks . With her long silver hair and violet eyes that looks similar to those of dragon slits . If only she knew how to use this beauty just like Anna . 

" Rosalie , you look beautiful " hands on her waist , Tyler was leading her on a soft and smooth jazz music .

" Thank you ." said Rosalie her voice cold , it was really shocking how quickly , Rosalie learnt to speak in the same apathetic tone as her husband .

Tyler looked at her in shock , a little uncomfortable at her indifferent attitude but still smiled and said in a soft voice .

" Rosalie , I know what I did was wrong but can you please forgive me ?" 

Rosalie looked at him when he apologised ; she was actually expecting him to do that , before he got together with Anna , Tyler had much more self respect and courage but ever since he rejected her and chose Anna , his entire personality took a turn for worse .

" Why , is your wolf still giving you trouble ?" smiling slightly Rosalie asked him , actually she didn't need his answer after all the way he stiffened was enough for her to know .

" Rosalie -"

" If that's the case , I'm sorry I can not forgive you . I have suffered enough humiliation and embarrassment thanks to your rejection , what made you think that I will let you off so easily ?"  

" Rose , how can you be so cruel ?" Tyler finally stopped smiling, looking at her as if he never saw her before .

" Cruel ?" smiling Rosalie gripped his hands hard digging her nails in his arm " If I were to compare this with how you rejected me , knowing fully well that my wolf was weaker than yours , or how my sister snatched my mate away from me , leaving me the centre of contempt and jeers , I think I'm not being cruel at all , You left me because my wolf was weak didn't you ? knowing that I and my wolf can die if you reject me, I'm still having trouble summoning Reika ( her wolf ) , why will I let you summon yours? " 

Rosalie let go of him , satisfied with the deep scratches her nails had made on his arms . Did he think she was still naive and foolish like before? Maybe he did , the naive girl as she was, she would have most definitely felt happy with his little attention , maybe he believed that with a small smile , some sweet words , he would get her to forgive him . Freeing him of the last of the remanant of their mate bond .

Rosalie walked down the dance floor but a strong , muscular arm stopped her , she looked up , surprised to see her husband , holding his hand out , he was looking at her .

" We haven't danced " he said 

Rosalie placed her hand in his , leaving him to steer her as he pleased . Noticing the bride and groom on the dance floor , the orchestra started to play a soft romantic number .

" You were dancing with your ex mate " 

Rosalie knew that there was no way this man would be feeling jealous but couldn't help but think of his words as an accusation. 

" Yes "

" What did he wanted from you ?" 

" To forgive him for his rejection " .

" And did you ?" there was a sharp edge when he asked this question .

" No " answered Rosalie defiantly .

" I see " his lips curved up , what Rosalie thought of as a small smirk .

The nerve of him .

" You were dancing with a beautiful woman too " jutting her chin out , Rosalie said .

" I was " there was a small jump in his eyebrows but other than that there was no change of experssion. 

" My friend said she is your mistress " Rosalie spoke lightly, there was no sense of accusation in her voice but maybe Aiden didn't think of her question like that , his eyes narrowed dangerously as his grip on her waist tightened , making Rosalie wince in pain .

" She is my best mate , and you will remember to respect and treat her well " said Aiden , a threatening tone in his voice .

Rosalie looked at him , incredulous . Wow , this was really - she didn't even have words for it . To threaten your new wife for his best mate .

" Duly noted " removing her hands , from his hold , Rosalie responded in the same cold voice as his . She walked away , her back facing his , completely aware of the glare aimed at the back of her head .