Four

Glenn’s POV

Mateo informed the entire pack that he would give them his word in the right time since he wasn’t ready to say anything. He couldn’t even look at me in the eyes. I began to wonder if he was the same person that I fell in love with or was I so stupid to have accepted the tribulation?

“Maybe I would have allowed him to go in my stead.” I bit my lips as I thought inwardly.

My peace was interrupted when Luciana stormed into my bedroom chamber after knocking. I gave her a long look before looking away.

“What are you doing here?” I tried to remain calm.

“I want to talk to you, sister.” She said politely and I faced her, wondering what she had to say.

Luciana and I were born by different mother but that didn’t make us hate ourselves because our mothers died the same day. Luciana and I have been close all trough the years while growing up together and she was part of the witness who could vouch that I really loved Mateo and we were destined. The swiftness at which she changed kept me at the edge of making a drastic decision.

We strolled in the quiet garden, side by side while I waited for her to start the conversation since she asked for an audience with me.

“I know you are mad at me currently but I hop you would forgive me.” She began. “Mateo and I truly love each other. After you left for your tribulation, Mateo waited but he was so lonely. I decided to be friends with him, to keep him busy until you return but who could have thought that mutual feelings would develop to love?” She rambled with words seriously, not having any respect that I was with her. She sighed and faced me.

“I know you are a reasonable person, sister. And I hope you make the right decision by letting Mateo go.” As soon as she completed her statement, I slapped her very hard on her cheek. She gasped in shock and supported her face with her hands.

“How dare you say such nonsense in my face?” I questioned in disgust, batting my lashes at her.

“I…” She wanted to speak but I interrupted her.

“If you are reasonable, at least you should know that it is ethical not to covet your sister’s man!” I informed her curtly and her jaw dropped.

“And Mateo, does he love you?” She stared at me intently and I smirked.

“If he doesn’t love me then why should I be fighting for our love? Mateo loves me and I’m not giving him up to you.” I spat at her face. “I suffered. I sacrified! Do you even know what that means?” I glared at her intently and she wasn’t able to continue her statement.

The following morning, Mateo announced to the entire pack that he would be making his decision in the gathering hall.

I dressed on my favorite garment, the same garment I wore before ascending to my tribulation. I knew in no time, I would get my man back.

Everyone was in the gathering hall when I arrived, I sat at a corner with other pack members while my father sat at the upper platform with the elders. Soon, Mateo came in with Luciana.

In as much as I wasn’t comfortable with their relationship, I bore with it because I knew it would be over soon.

“We are here again, concerning the mateship between Mateo and Glenn without excluding Luciana.” My father’s loud voice filled with authority pervaded the hall. “Whatever decision Mateo makes, I will accept it because he is the core reason for this meeting. As long as he makes his choice, I will approve of it.” My father explained meticulously and everyone nodded in adjournment.

I narrowed my gaze down to Mateo, his eyes were cold and hostile. Even when I tried to connect with him through our mind-link, he kept on resisting. Inwardly, I was baffled but it tried not to let it get to me.

“As long as you choose me, your lover, I will elope with you and kill whoever that stands in our way.” I didn’t care if he heard me or not but I promised in my mind.

“Today, I’m here to confess that I have no feelings for Glenn.” He cleared his throat as he started speaking, my lips trembled. I was quite unsure of what he was saying. “The woman of my dream is Luciana and I have no affection for Glenn, she is trying to ruin the sweet romantic relationship I have with Luciana.” He said seriously before stepping out of the crowd. He bowed before my father.

“Alpha, please grant marriage to Luciana and I.” My jaw dropped upon hearing his statement.

I stood up and rushed over to him for an explanation. Was he forced or was he daydreaming?

My eyes were wet, filled with tears as I was raging inside of me.

“Mateo.” For the first time after so many years apart, I touched him, trying to make him look at me but he pushed my hands away.

“I do not love you.” He spat at my face vividly and my face was enveloped with terror.

“Good! Fine! Mateo and Luciana are getting married in five days time.” My father announced, though everyone wasn’t happy towards the way things turned out but they accepted since it was the formal deal.

I lost my powers and urge to fight because I have just been rejected by someone who we promised to become mate upon my return.

He ditched me.

Too bad, I have brought sorrow and troubles to myself in attempt of seeking for love.

I collapsed on the empty hall, as voices speak inside of me.

“What have you done?” The first one was the voice of my inner wolf.

“Remember the punishment if you’re being rejected by your tribulation partner, you will be strike with lunar madness and live a life of eternal suffering. The only cure is to find someone who would truly love you.” The second was the vivid voice of the moon goddess, I couldn’t help but reminisce on the warning she gave me before I left.

Does this mean I was gone? Because no one would love me if not Mateo.