Birthday Bash

Unknown's pov

Crispy red painted sky when nature's fireball rose with dawn, on the horizon it shone with a faint hue of burnt orange and scattered red. The puffy clouds danced over the gigantic but calmed ocean, spiralled under the web of the dense forest. I stood near the borders of the Moon blessed territory, that's called The Crystal Moon Pack.

Never in my wasted life have I felt a bit of fear, not even from the Alpha of my former pack. It was just a respect I gave him as a friend. However, today, I stood in foreign land. Something had stirred in my mind. The feeling was alienated as I haven't felt it for a long time. Until I realised it was my wolf, it came back on the surface. However, he wasn't really intended to initiate a conversation. Douche… 

Hefty paws and trickling sweat beads rolled down on my face as I watched the territory borders closely, my enhanced sight provided me a view of patrolling guards all over the place and their intricate guarding pattern. The security outside the pack was complex and it wouldn't be easy to breach it. The only thing that would make me caught off the scent of the rouge I dipped in. Not being able to remove this sin since I had left everything behind but got no time for remorse. It won't be long when I will get my hands on the werewolf I had to abduct.

Orfilia's pov

The glimmered rays of the sun fell over my face and as I scrunched my brows in retaliation to leave the bed, a silhouette appeared in my hazy sight and it made me jump back in fear. 

My loud scream filled the air and my popped nerves were clearly seen on my body until i was calm and realised that it was no one but my brother Jeremy pulling a prank on me.

"What the hell…" I cried, almost.

He threw a fit of laughter before slumped into the bean bag behind him. His electric blue eyes were on me as he proceeded to wish me a greeting.

"Happy Birthday, Wolf Girl…" he screamed like thousands of guitars were playing in my head.

"Happy Birthday, dear…" mom came running behind him and wished me.

A smile curled up on my face and I got up to hug my mom. "Thank you, mom!!!" 

"Look, my girl, she has turned eighteen…" Her gaze was full of pride and a hint of sadness lurked in her eyes but she concealed it before I could notice.

"Wow… but it doesn't feel any different… I mean… Injave heard that turning eighteen makes you mature and different in aspects but I am still the same." I observed while looking at the wall size mirror placed on the wall of my room.

"It's not instant but you will feel it. Anyway, get ready, I have baked a cake for you. We will celebrate here first before your birthday bash at pack house." Mom informed me and glad she did because I almost forgot about the party. And if so, Ivory would have killed him.

They left the room and I rushed to get ready for the day. More than anything, I was excited to be with Bobby and couldn't wait to find out he was my mate. Apart from that, I would shift anytime of the day and as Dad had instructed me about first shifting, I would be careful today. 

I wore a pleated shirt with a black jeans and great canvas. Tied my hair in a ponytail and did a little makeup as I wanted to appear different than other days. As I went downstairs, My dad looked at me and smiled with his whole heart. I could read his eyes. They shone with glee and pure love. So I returned the favour.

"My baby girl turned eighteen today. I cannot believe that you will leave us anytime once you will find your mate." His words made me sad but it was true.

Once I find Bobby as my mate, I will leave this house to be with him.

"Don't worry, I will not leave you…" I started while taking a place next to him.

"You can't say that. What if your mate would be an Alpha or beta from another pack? Then you will leave us here and go with your mate." Said Mom and it startled me. I don't want another mate than Bobby.

"Or maybe, she will find her mate in this pack. I know a guy she had a crush on for a long time…" It was Jeremy who spilled the beans and I glared at him while others giggled.

"Let's celebrate, because my dear daughter needs to go to school on time." My saviour, my dad.

Mom brought the chocolate cake and we celebrated a short birthday at home. I cut pieces and made everyone eat one but from it.

"I will eat the rest of the cake tomorrow…" As I warned them and left the house, Bobby parked his car outside my house and I was utterly happy to see him. My stomach had butterflies dancing as his smile made my day bright. I hopped in his car and he greeted me with a peck on my lips, "happy birthday…".

And then he presented a small gift on my hand. I was shocked when I opened the small box and it revealed a stone pendant with a snake pattern chain. He picked it up and made me wear it.

"Bobby, I haven't shifted and I am not sure that I am your mate." As i said, he put his finger on my lips

"You are my mate… I can feel it. My wolf is restless and I know once your wolf comes to the surface, I will claim you as my mate." He looked into my eyes and pecked my lips again before we headed to the school.

School was ordinary except the greetings I received all day. And Ivory, she was all dolled up with shorts and ruffled top, paired with high boots. She was looking like her daddy's spoiled girl. 

"Orfilia, what is this? I expected you to look pretty today… you are still simple…" she rolled her eyes.

"I am different but you are on another level. You know I can't be like you…" I scoffed as I walked along with her.

"Can't believe we are birthday twins and share nothing except the birthday…" why she was so cold.

"Alright, but I will make sure you look wonderful at the party. Many Alphas with their children are coming to the party and the best part is that, all of them are above eighteen or turned eighteen recently so, it's a high chance of getting a mate. I am hella sure that a filthy rich alpha or soon to be alpha would be my mate. I mean, who else gonna handle me and my tantrums." She was really thinking like that?

"Yeah… it's good that you will find an Alpha…" I was still confused with her expectations but maybe she could brag about such things.

"What about you?" She asked.

"I just want an understanding mate, who will not only be my mate but my supporter too. More than anything, he will be everywhere for me. I don't have any expectations for my mate…" I uttered knowing how boring I sounded.

"Seriously? Anyway… it's time to head to the salon. We have to get ready.." She was super excited and dragged me with her car.

Then, we headed to the salon of her choice, where magic happens because when we came out, we were unrecognisable. Literally, not me. I gawked at the person in the mirror, almost looking like someone from the fashion industry just landed here. No wonder why Ivory looked so fine every damn day. My father was a beta and he didn't have that much money like an Alpha but he showed us how hard it was to earn that money. our all demands were fulfilled.

When I reached home, my mom was shocked to see me with full makeup and hair styled by professionals. Since there was just one hour left for the party, I still had time to get ready.

I wore the maroon dress I bought from the mall and slipped into the golden stilettos. When I walked down the stairs, there was another set of pairs watching me keenly. Bobby was waiting inside and my Mom watched me smile when I saw him.

"Ready for the party?" Asked my Mom from me and my gaze directed to her.

"Yes."

"You are looking pretty… adorable." She hugged and handed my hands into Bobby's.

"I hope you will take care of my daughter." She instructed him.

"Definitely…" he nodded his head and we headed outside to his car.

"Excited?" He asked with a raised brow.

"Yeah… but i am more excited to have my first shift and be your mate." My fingers got entangled with his.

And then, we hopped into the car and went straight to the party venue.