Mia’s POV
“There... there is one more special gown. Perhaps you’ll like it!”
The clerk hurried to the back of the store.
Moments later, she returned with a mannequin wearing a vintage gown.
My eyes lit up, and so did Veronica’s.
The gown was a deep, rich purple, adorned with countless pearls and diamonds, like the brightest stars in the night sky. The skirt was embroidered with intricate gold patterns, telling a tale of ancient and mysterious legends. Every stitch and thread exuded an indescribable elegance, like a serene noble waiting for her arrival.
“This is our prized possession, once owned by a famous dancer.” The clerk’s voice was soft and warm, as if breathing life into the gown.
Veronica’s face flushed with excitement.
She didn’t even bother to try it on before shouting, “This is it! I want it!”
All the clerks sighed in relief, and I felt a w
Mia’s POVTo my surprise, a middle-aged man in a suit walked into the store. He had an air of elegance and grace.“Mr. Black?”Camille seemed to know him. She seemed shocked. “What are you doing here?”The man named Black gave Camille a polite nod and said, “The owner of this store heard what happened. He sent me here to ensure Miss Mia and her friend have a pleasant shopping experience.”The owner of this store?I blinked in surprise.I thought Camille owned this store. Was I wrong?And why would this mysterious owner stick up for me?“Mia, what’s going on?” Veronica whispered to me, sounding confused. “Do you know this Black guy? And what’s all this about a owner?”“I don’t know him... and I have no idea what’s happening.” I was just as confused.Could this store belong to Draven?But if it did, Li
Mia’s POV“Why are you here?” I blurted out.Seeing the surprise on my face, Osborn grinned. “I told you we'd meet again.”But I never imagined we’d meet under these circumstances!“Wait, are you the owner of this antique shop?” I asked in disbelief.He shrugged, leaning against the windowsill with his arms crossed. “Do you think I am?”I looked him up and down, suspicious. He looked like a nobleman. But every noble I knew was arrogant and cold, looking at me like trash. None of them were as approachable as Osborn.After a pause, I hesitated. “You can’t be, right? Aren’t you just a chauffer? How could you afford to own an antique shop like this?”He suddenly laughed.“You’re right, I am just a chauffer!” He stood up straight, smiling warmly at me. “This shop belongs to my master, House Longford. I help out sometime
Mia's POV“I’m going to send you to be a camp whore.” Luna Helena’s icy voice came from above me.My hand was propping up a chair leg. Luna Helena stood on the chair, adjusting a painting.Her words made me flinch, causing the chair to wobble. Luna Helena almost fell.“Steady, you idiot!” she snapped. “Are you trying to break my neck?”The chair was crushing my hand, but I didn’t dare to make a sound.She spent a few more moments adjusting the painting before stepping down from the chair and off my hand with a satisfied hum.Blood drippled down from my hand. I quickly hid my hand behind my back and wiped the blood on my apron.Luna Helena would get mad if she saw the blood.Making Luna mad... was terrifying.“Where was I? Oh, right, the camp whore.” Luna Helena walked over to the sofa, sat down, and crossed her legs.“Tomorrow Alpha Draven will arrive at our pack. He is travelling from pack to pack to select his future Luna. Our pack is the next. It is a huge event for the whole famil
Mia's POVI stared at her, tears streaming down my face.Veronica knew Marcus was my boyfriend.Then why did she sleep with him?And most importantly, wasn’t Veronica trying to be Alpha Draven’s Luna?Even someone like me knew Alpha Draven.He was the uncrowned king of the Northern world, with all the smaller packs bowing to him.He had more wealth and power than we could possibly imagine.“You’re probably wondering why I’d pass on Alpha Draven and choose your boyfriend instead?”Veronica sat up casually from the bed, not bothering to cover her perfect body, and smiled at me.“Sure, Alpha Draven has power and wealth. But, I’ve heard he’s incredibly ugly and a total sex perv.”“...Sex perv?” I murmured.“Yeah. He had 8 wives, and every one of them died in his bed. Either his dick is as big as a bull’s, or it’s covered in barbs, or he just likes beating women in bed. I’m sure he’s a psycho old man. A lady like me can’t marry a grandpa.” Veronica made a disgusted face. “I needed to find
Mia’s POVA wave of shame drowned me.I followed a stranger to his hotel, let him touch me, but in the end, he didn’t want me either.Veronica’s words echoed in my mind: No wonder no man likes you.“What’s wrong?”His voice turned hoarse, his blue eyes staring at my tear-streaked face.I shook my head, sobbing and trying to push him away, but he grabbed my wrist.“Stop crying.” He commanded.Then he pinned me back down on the bed, his body on mine.This time, his actions were gentle.“Gentle isn’t my thing,” he whispered in my ear, one hand moving up my thigh. “But I’ll try it tonight.”He lowered his head and kissed me again.This kiss was deep and gentle this time.Then he pulled off my bra and grasped my breast, his thumb circling my nipple. I gasped, feeling my nipple harden almost immediately, a jolt of electricity running through my body.He slapped my butt, “Spread your legs.”I bit my lip, feeling a bit ashamed. But he was strong and domineering, giving me almost no chance to
Mia’s POVAlpha Draven ignored Luna Helena completely.He stared at me, his eyes cold and commanding.I looked back at him in a daze, my mind racing to comprehend the situation.So, the man who took my virginity last night was…Alpha Draven?!My sister Veronica’s possible fiancé?! God! She would kill me if she ever found out!And Alpha Draven was as hideous and frightening as the rumors said… Although his cock was indeed absurdly huge…“Alpha Carl.”My handsome savior spoke up in a freezing voice.“I’ve visited some packs, but never have I seen their Luna shouting and hitting people the moment I walked in. Your welcome ceremony is indeed unique.”Helena was too terrified to say a word.My father took a deep breath and forced a smile, “My deepest apology, Alpha Draven... The living room is ready with refreshments. Please, come in.”Draven snorted and strode towards the living room. 6 soldiers followed him, each as tall and muscular as their Alpha. My father and Marcus looked like teenag
Mia’s POVEveryone looked at him in shock.“What do you have to say to her?” Veronica shouted angrily, “She is a sneaky little slut! You must have been fooled by her last night—”“Silence.” Draven said coldly.Veronica shut her mouth abruptly, looking as if she just got slapped.My father quickly stood up, bowing and smiling apologetically at Draven, “The thing is…Mia lost her mother when she was little, so she lacks proper education. I am afraid that she might offend you…”Draven frowned impatiently. The soldier behind him snapped, “The Alpha has already asked you to leave.”My father’s family shuddered. No one dared to argue, and they hurriedly left. Veronica shot me a venomous glare before leaving.The door closed. And Draven said to me with a nod:“Sit.”I glanced at him and cautiously moved toward a nearby chair. But he clicked his tongue impatiently and pulled me onto his lap.Burying his head into my shoulder, he took a deep breath, letting out a satisfied sigh.I blushed, snea
Mia’s POVI went back to my room in the basement and began packing absentmindedly.I didn’t know why one I was going to choose, but whether it was the border or Full Moon Pack, I needed to pack my stuffs.I didn't have much things—just a few old, patched dresses, which I folded neatly together. I only had the shoes on my feet, so there was no need to pack those. I had no suitcase, but my things could fit right into a bag.Finally, I carefully took out a pair of gold earrings from my pillowcase and examined them under the dim light.They were placed on my cradle when they found me on the doorsteps. The earrings were the only thing that my mom left me.I always hoped that one day, these earrings would help me find my birth mother.“Hey, Mia!”Loud laughter came from the doorway.Startled, I turned to see several maids gathered, grinning at me maliciously.“Look who it is, our rising star!” Jenny giggled, making the face.“…What do you mean?” I asked.“Stop hiding! Marcus told us everyth