Chapter 6 (Dancing With Mate)

Valeria POV

I sat beside Adrain, who was drinking. It was human alcohol, so it won’t make him drunk, but he has drank a lot, staring at my mate in pure hate. Everything Ruby said is so true. Since my mate arrived, the ball has been a bit awkward. They all avoided going towards my mate pack, but I could see some of the pack members going towards other packs; I guess they found their mate. I looked at Adrian and sighed; he actually looked so angry, sucking in his teeth and folding his palm in a punch, but my mate, on the other hand, was sitting calmly, sipping his drink.

I guess now I know why he holds that title. He is calm; you can’t tell what is going on in his head. My mate is like a gentle smoke—a smoke that can cause a raging fire if not quenched. But Adrain, on the other hand, is allowing his emotions to get to him. Something I have learned while growing up in the pack is that people can use your anger against you; they can get into your head while being angry. It’s good to know how to control your temper.

“Now, it is time for the Alpha and Luna dance,” the announcer said softly through the microphone. I watched Adrian, Alpha, and Luna dance. I have no idea about that. What am I supposed to do in this situation? Adrain stood up, and he took my hand, talking me with him, and I tried my best to walk gracefully beside him. We stood by a podium, and I looked at the other alpha and luna coming to the centre of the hall. A soft music burst through the speakers, and they all got into their dancing positions. I smiled looking at them; they all looked so happy and in love. To them, only their mates matter; no other person is as exciting or beautiful as their mate. 

Adrain and I continued standing. I had no clue what I was supposed to expect, but suddenly the hall was quiet. I looked around confused, but I saw my mate walking towards us. Why was this a surprise? He is just walking towards us. My mate stood below us, and he smiled softly.

“Can I have a dance, Milady?” he asked politely. People around us gaps, and I was so confused.

“No, she can’t,” Adrain snapped, holding my waist possesively. My mate smiled, nodding his head.

“Have you forgotten the rule you made? An alpha can choose to dance with your mate, and any Luna can also choose to dance with you,” he said. Adrain growled.

“Nobody has ever done that, though,” he snapped.

“Exactly, starting with me,” he said, looking at me. Then he stretched his hand towards me. My heart started beating fast as everyone waited for me to do something. If I accept his hand, Adrain hates me forever, but I get to dance with my mate, even if it’s only once. If I don’t accept it, Adrain would be happy and probably lean forward in taking me as his mate and also marking me, but it means I won’t ever get to have this moment with my mate, so I made my decision.

“I would love to dance with you,” I said, taking his warm hand. Everyone gasped in shock, but I was more focused on my mate’s warm smile. He carried me up from the podium softly, placing me on my feet, and the way he stared at me, I don’t care, it was worth it. He led me to the middle of the hall, and the lights went out, shining on us. I swallowed nervously. I don’t know how to dance.

“I am guessing you don’t know how to dance,” he said, chuckling. My cheeks hit up in embarrassment. 

“I got you,” he said, smiling. I looked at him; no one had ever told me such words. I was a bit emotional. He bent down and unbuckled my heels, then I rested my hand on his muscular shoulders, removing my feet from the heels. He smiled, standing up.

“Now, trust me,” he whispered, carrying me up, and my feet were on his, my arms around his neck, and his around my waist, and slowly he moved. I might be standing on his feet, but I wasn’t yet up to his height. He stared down at me, his beautiful cobalt eyes glowing brightly.

“So, what is your name, pretty flower?” he asked. I blushed hard at the name.

“Valeria,” I said. He smiled.

“Valeria,” he said, and I don’t think I would ever love someone calling my name. My body was tingling, my stomach buzzing with joy, and my wolf was jumping around in excitement. This was an unexplainable moment, and I was determined to make the best of it.

“So, what pack are you from?” he asked softly. 

“Down south pack,” I answered, staring into his cobalt eyes. His lips formed into an o, and I can’t explain how adorable he looks; he looks innocent for his reputation.

“I didn’t know Alpha Julius had another daughter,” he said, not directly at me. I smiled. I bet no one here knows he has two daughters. My father has never claimed me as his until he wanted to sell me off to Alpha Adrain, but I learned to ignore it. There was no use calling me his daughter if he wouldn’t treat me as one. My mate and I continued dancing. I got the hold of the rhythm and the soft jazz playing, and I laid my head on his chest, taking in his scent. 

This was the most magical moment of my life. I forgot who I was, what I am, where I am, and the title I hold. I was just a girl with her soulmate. But as they say, all good things come to an end; the music slows down, reaching the ending; my mate draws back, carrying me up and twirling me in the air; and I did my best to hold in my giggle. He dropped me on the floor, following the beat, and the music came to an end. Also, the lights shine in their full glory.

I looked at the crowd nervously, but I was left surprised as they burst into loud claps and cheers. I chuckled, looking at my mate, who in turn smiled at me and picked up my heels, wearing them for me. 

“That was an amazing dance,” he said, taking my hand and placing a kiss on my palm like a true gentleman. I shivered at the touch of his lips on my hand. I can’t believe how crazy the mate bond is; the electrics and shivers were over the board, like it wanted us to mate right here. The hall suddenly went silent, and I looked around, confused.

My smile dropped greatly as Adrain walked towards us. He wasn’t happy, obviously; his eyes raged, and he was controlling his wolf from coming out. Fear washed over me as I stayed rooted to my spot. Adrain shared no words with my mate or me; instead, he took my hand, dragging me away with him. I struggled to keep my pace with him, my gown entering in between my legs. I bit my lips in pain as my legs tripped continuously on my heels, hurting my ankle.

“The ball has come to an end; please vacate the hall.” That was the last thing I heard before Adrain dragged me out of the hall. I couldn’t even look back to look at my mate once; just like that, my magical night came to an obvious end.