Ethan’s POVI sat in my study for the better half of the day, just smoking cigarettes and thinking of Ariah.Every muscle in my body was aching for her, I wanted to go to her, I already knew what sort of mood she was in, but I couldn't. I had a feeling that if I looked at Ariah before the event, I might just have a desperate urge to call the whole thing off. I ate nothing, I was too anxious to eat, and eating only made me want to eat more and more. The door of my study was locked and I didn't even keep track of time anymore. A knock suddenly sounded on the door, startling me as I stubbed out another cigarette. "It's Lowell, might want to open up, big man," Lowell said cheerfully. I grunted and dragged myself to my feet, that same way I strolled and unlocked the door. A second later, he barged in, grinning from ear to ear, "It's almost time, Ethan, The big guests have already started arriving from both cities!" He said hysterically with excitement glowing in his eyes. "This is
Ariah’s POVThe only person I had left and could talk to was Leia.I didn't know how it would feel to watch both of them when the time came for the treaty to be sealed or if I could even handle it. I knew it would be very painful and I could just be the only one out of about a hundred people there with a gloomy expression on my face. It would make me look even more odd amongst them and it was just then another thought struck me and it frightened the hell out of me. If this treaty was so important, then it meant that all important members of both cities which included the Alphas of the werewolf city and Lycan kings of the Lycan city would be present. So how was I just figuring out now, that without a doubt, Alpha James will be there? It would be crazy of me to even think of stepping a foot there and taking the risk of him finding me there, I didn't need to be told that it would not be pretty. I stayed in my room, just staring out of the window in the direction of the hall. The sky wa
Ethan’s POVI couldn't blame Ariah for not showing up, but I was still surprised she didn't. Lowell came behind me, he must have noticed what I did too and he said, "In her defense, it would have been too difficult to take, did I tell you we had a chat earlier today?" I looked at him, "You did? When was that and what did you talk about?" I asked. "That was when you were locked up in your study like a hibernating animal, we went for a walk. And what else do you think we talked about apart from you and the pack and Layla? From what I can say, she's more than heartbroken, I think it was the best decision for her not to come." Lowell replied, his eyes as serious as ever. I sighed, my eyebrows gathering in a worried look, "I'm afraid she might hurt herself or something." "Hey! It's the man himself, really proud of you this time, Ethan." An elderly Lycan king said and slapped me on the shoulder as he walked past. I nodded and flashed a brief and emotionless smile at him. "I
Ethan’s POVWhat a bloody day it has been so far.The event was flagged off by an elder from my pack and most of the time, while the few people who had brief speeches to give gave them, I sat stiffly with a frown on my face. Layla had the opposite expression on her face, she was happy and smiling broadly the whole time as she sat next to me. Her father's speech was pretty short and direct but I was hardly listening. All I wondered was what Ariah was doing right now and if she would show up for the feast later on. "As you all know, this is the biggest day we have seen in a very long time, and trust me, I've been around for a long time." Alpha Campbell started his speech. "Here is a day that will bring together two very similar cities who differ a lot in various ways and I am nothing but proud that my pack and I have been able to contribute immensely to making this a success." There was a brief round of applause, then it died down as slowly as it had risen. "This night marks the end
Ariah’s POV I thought the guard had deserted me because I was so bored, but he had only gone for a drink.He came back with that cold expression on his face and a glass of cheap liquor. "You could have asked me to get something from the king's cabinet, he surely wouldn't have minded since you're so busy watching over me," I said nicely and he just stared at me. "We don't mess with the king's stuff." He said flatly and looked away. I gave up trying to talk to him and concluded that remaining in boredom was a better idea, so I decided to call it a night. I got to my feet and his alert and sharp eyes cast a look at me. "You don't have to watch me anymore, I'm going to bed now," I said but he didn't reply. I shrugged and walked past him, he followed me! I thought he just wanted to go back to the feast but no, he followed me up the stairs and I got so uncomfortable, I had to turn and address him. "What are you doing?" I asked, staring at him in confusion. "I said I'm going to bed,
Layla’s POV It was all going to plan and I was elated that I had gotten up to this point.The hall was starting to get empty as people started leaving for the pack house, I was caught up with a few people I knew, Lunas of other packs, and all the others I couldn't refer to as my friends and I completely lost Ethan in the crowd. When I found my way around them, I searched for Ethan but I couldn't find him anywhere. Lowell came to me as I was about to walk out, I had to get fond of him because I had immediately noticed the closeness between him and Ethan. "Lowell, have you seen Ethan?" I asked as politely as I could. "Oh yes, he asked me to accompany you to the feast, he left while you were still busy with your friends." He replied in a plain tone. "Where is he? Did he have something urgent to do?" I asked curiously. His eyes flickered, and then he said, "Uhm...Yeah, he had some office work he had to go clear up before the feast started, he won't be long for sure." I nodded. "We
Ariah’s POV I was so tense as I descended the stairs.Leia had picked it for me, the black dazzling gown I wore was all her idea. "I think it befits the occasion, you're mourning the dead relationship between you and Ethan, aren't you?" She had said while I was looking in the mirror. "Good one, Leia," I remarked bitterly. "And fuck you." I walked down the stairs and the first person I saw was Lowell, it seemed like he was waiting for someone. When I tapped him gently on the shoulders, he turned and said, "Finally, Ariah, there you...." His voice trailed off as he looked at me over, his eyes wide with awe and admiration. "...are." He completed the sentence. "Beta Lowell? Is everything alright?" I asked, wondering if I was overdressed for this although I didn't even wear any make-up. "Everything is great..." He said slowly. "And so is that damn outfit, you look stunning." He said with awe-filled eyes. Despite how nervous and panicky I was, I flashed a smile at him, "Thank you, E
Ariah’s POV Just when I thought meeting Alpha James at the ballroom would be the worst thing to happen to me, there came Layla.What a bitch! I had to go change my outfit because I didn't want to go the rest of the night smelling like liquor. To be honest, I didn't want to go back there with everyone's eyes lingering on me, I became the center of attraction twice in ten minutes for opposite reasons. Lowell led me to a bathroom on the ground floor and left me with his suit as I rushed in. I washed my face and left the water running as I stared angrily at the mirror. I could have smacked the shit out of her if she wasn't who she was. "Ugh! This is so fucking annoying, I don't have another black dress!" I exclaimed as I brushed my face with my palms. Luckily I had no make-up on, if not, my face would have been a complete mess. "Then you can wear the white one," Leia said.There was a beautiful white dress in the wardrobe that I never thought I'd wear. "You said I was mourning, didn