~ARIA~All the while he was practicing, I couldn't get my eyes off his bare torso, dripping with sweat that glistened under the golden hue of the sun rays — an innocent yet sensual sight. Every movement of his fist against the punching bag fascinated me. His manliness wasn't in question. He was strong and undeniably skilled on the other side. That thought made my cheeks feel incredibly hot as the memories of last night flooded my memory. I decided it was best I stopped focusing on his bare torso, for the life of me or I would definitely stain the back of my dress with the wetness that was pooling in my panties.He glanced sharply at me just when I was about to look away. It was so fast, but I didn't know if he caught me looking at him or not. Well, I hoped not.When I finally turned casually to see what he was doing. I found out that he had already worn a polo, covering his broad chest and attractive abs. Shame!"Our mate is handsome isn't he?" Ria's voice seeped through my thoughts
~ADRIAN~Standing under the shower spray with droplets of water cascading down my unclad body, I couldn't stop thinking about the events at the training ground.Her scent, her perfume, her laugh, her smiles— they were all intoxicating. Her shyness whenever I was around her couldn't stop filling my senses. I couldn't remember the last time I stood under a shower spray, thinking about a woman who wasn't my mate. That was before I met Adriana, of course. When she came, she occupied every part of my heart, leaving no room for any other, even in her death. My heart never warmed at the sight of any lady, no matter how gorgeous. More like I built a fence around it.But how was Aria able to break through that fence? Stealing the forefront of my thoughts. Something that only Adriana owned."You like her too, don't you? Because you have never stirred since the death of our mate." I asked my wolf, Adel, and he purred in response. I liked her too, I wouldn't lie. Her reserved personality, a de
~ADRIAN~After I had dressed up in slacks and a button-down shirt that I rolled its sleeves up to my elbow, I checked myself out in the mirror and nodded in approval before leaving the room.My cologne and aftershave were embedded in the air with each step I took down the hallway and further down the stairs. The upbeat music emitting from the hall—where the festival would be taking place, helped to erase the silent atmosphere of the Alpha mansion. That was more like it.On reaching downstairs, the first place I had in mind was the lobby. I just wanted to see her face again. But as I turned to head that way, I saw Dexter coming out of the hall. "Alpha, our pack members are waiting." He said, taking a slight bow as he got closer to me.I rubbed my temple with the tip of my fingers. Great! I had absolutely forgotten about that. I decided to join him as we went back to the hall.The music became louder with each step I took. But, immediately I stepped into the large hall, tranquility de
~ARIA~Seeing him in that charming outfit made my breath hitch in my throat. His length was well accentuated with the slacks we wore, and the button-down shirt made him look casual but erotic. The rolled sleeves of the button-down shirt exposed his forearm and heightened his attractiveness.God! How could one be so godly looking? Now, I understood why Arya was unabashedly running after him. His cuteness was second to none. Or was it his heavenly-smelling cologne and aftershave that blended with his scent of pinewood, making him alluringly tempting? Goddess help me! This was pure torture. And the fact that he was my mate made him more irresistible to me. Ria purred in agreement. Only the goddess knew how much I wanted him right now.All the while we were talking with him and when he tendered his apologies to Cora, I was trying my damnedest not to feast on him with my gaze. I bet Cora was surprised at his apologies. I was too. I mean, where was the ruthless Alpha Adrian that was known
~ADRIAN~With calculated steps, I walked from one end of the hallway to the other. Waiting patiently for her to finish dressing up. But I still couldn't stop being surprised at myself for buying that dress and heels for her or even calling for the fashionista and make-up artist to dress her up and make her look good. That was something I had only done for Ariana and I never believed I could do it for another woman. I guess she really was special.I intended to introduce her to the pack members. Not just to introduce her but to showcase her beauty. Another surprise.One glance at her always sent energy surging through me— a positive one.Being with her always brought out the soft side of me. Hell, I had even forgotten what it was to be mean and ruthless, except when it comes to ladies like her sister and Harriett.'I have always told you that you are no longer you anymore. Thank the goddess you have finally realized it.' My wolf Adel chipped into my thoughts. I let out a soft chuckle
~ARIA~ My mouth was left hanging as I stared at the reflection of myself in the mirror— the reflection of the new me. Never had I envisioned being this pretty. Don't get me wrong. I knew I was a pretty girl from the start but this makeover and dressing brought out the beauty I never knew I possessed. I looked every inch a Luna so to speak. "Don't get over yourself, young lady." My wolf chipped in, halting the butterflies that had begun drawing circles within the walls of my stomach. I snorted. 'Okay, I am now the one getting ahead of myself, yeah?' I asked and she kept quiet. 'Who was the one that has been begging me for days to tell him that we are mated?' I asked, mentally though— because of the presence of a third party. 'I said you should tell him we are his mate, I agree. But I didn't say you would be a Luna, did I?' I chewed my lips and clenched my fist. 'Ria, if you didn't resurface to tell me how beautiful I am and how I am going to charm him, then go back to wh
~ADRIAN~Introducing Aria felt easy. From the looks on the faces of my pack members, I could tell they liked her and that they welcomed her with their whole hearts. Liking Aria was really easy, I gave her that credit. She has that ability to warm her way into people's hearts— the exact opposite of her twin. I could feel the pack's acceptance, judging from the smiles on their faces.But the one person I knew didn't like Aria was Harriett. She didn't even make an effort to hide it. She just sat down— while others stood up— her murderous gaze channeled towards Aria. I found that very amusing. Knowing that she was already thinking of Aria as a competition. Sadly, I would never cast a second glance her way.So, in that light, I closed the distance between Aria and I— which was inadvertently created during the introduction— and re-entwined our elbows. Her face registered surprise but I gave her a reassuring smile."Don't mind the bitch with her murderous stare. She's just looking for attent
ARIAI was lost in the magnificent beauty of his backside. Seeing him leave the table, I was entranced by his stride, vigor, height, and his astounding backside. I had no name for it yet. Physical attraction, infatuation, fascination. Maybe, all of them. Being a wallflower, I never had the opportunity to exist in the same environment as someone I had feelings for. I would always retreat to my shell; admiring from a distance.I envied Arya a lot. Shying away from feelings wasn't her forte. She was ready to go all out to get the guy's attention. Most times, we ended up liking the same person and she would be the one to walk up to that guy first and have his heart. While I would stay broken in a corner, unnoticed.If someone had told her that I would be the one with Alpha Adrian instead of her, she would have sworn the person was kidding.I was never interested in any guy she liked. I always tried my best to stay away. I knew she was pissed that Adrian chose me— in all my weirdness and