Amelia’s POV
I wanted to steal the show, and I made sure I did.It was the first step to my plan. I wanted to get not only Eliot’s attention or the alphas present, but the entire crowd. I wanted to make Lydia feel threatened.To the other wolves it might not be a problem but to she-wolves, especially the ones that are to be mated to someone like an alpha that has so many wolves to his disposal, it is a problem.Immediately I came inside the ball room, a lot of wolves were asking me for a dance. I felt amazed. It was the first time I had a choice but this time I had to be very precise. My fate lies on this very ball.None of the wolves asking for my hand caught my attention. I needed to get Eliot’s attention and that is by dancing with and alpha, especially one higher than him. I gave one of the beta’s my hand first; the strongest one I could sense.I didn’t want anyone to discover my plan so I took it nice and easy. He was kind enough to take me to the middle of the dance floor. He was trying to build a conversion but honestly, I didn’t care.I was just looking round for a particular alpha that I heard will be in attendance. Immediately the music was over I smile and left to look for Karla. She was by the counter refilling drinks. I went there with a glass.“You said he will be here.” I told her in a whisper.“He is here. I saw him during the dinner. You just have to look.” She told me.I went toward the crowd and stood by the side so that the crowd can notice me. I wanted to get Eliot’s attention and the only way was to get the attention of someone that is higher, better and stronger than him there is only one person, Jackson Kane, alpha of the blood moon pack.I looked round but I could see him and at my side, I saw another wolf coming towards me. Immediately left the ball. I couldn’t risk dancing with another person the wasn’t what I wanted. I took a drink from a nearby waiter and went upstairs.I went to the balcony to think of what to do. I held the rod tight to pull myself together. It was like all was not going well. I couldn’t make it more clear to myself that if this did work, I might as well die.“Lady, are you okay?” I heard someone say from behind me.I turned out of shock and held my chest.“Lady, are you okay?” I heard someone say from behind me.I turned out of shock and held my chest.“I am sorry. I didn’t mean to startle you.” The man said and came closer. “Are you okay?” he asked. I could hear a bit of concern in his voice.“Yes, I am fine. I didn’t just expect anyone to come here.” I said and raised my head. I looked at him and his face took my breath away. He was so handsome but most importantly, I could sense he wasn’t ordinary.There was something unique about him.“What is a pretty she-wolf like you doing out her all alone.” He said with a smile. His teeth were so white and his smile was so elegant.“I am looking for a certain alpha. I want him to ask me for a dance.” I said. I saw his eyebrows rise with doubt and surprise. He put his hand behind him.“Why if I may ask?”“It’s complicated.”“Try me.”I looked at him and he smiled.“Well, he is the only one who can help me find the people I am looking for. I heard he is the most powerful alpha and is well gifted and connected. So, I need him.” Said to him. For some reason I trusted this person even if I should not. But he seems calm and powerful. Not one to talk much but one to do a lot.“So, what are you doing here? You are meant to be downstairs dancing with him” he smiled at me.“I know that.” I said and rolled my eyes. “I looked for me everywhere but I couldn’t find him. I was told he was going to me that this party that is why I bothered to come.” I told him. I was disappointed.“And what might be this might alpha’s name?” he asked me.I was a little bit hesitant. I wasn’t sure if I should tell him. But then I thought about it, what if he knew him or what if I could reach him through him? Besides I couldn’t sense anything bad about him and my senses are never wrong.“Jackson Kane.” I told him, “Jackson Kane. Alpha of blood moon pack.” I told him. I could see a smile on his face but it immediately went away. He kept on nodding and that gave me some kind of hope that maybe he knows him personally.But he dashed my hopes. All he said was “Hmm” and I smiled. I just grunted and went downstairs.I went down the stairs thinking. I was already to steps down to the ballroom when I felt someone hold my hand. I turn and I saw the same man.This time he had his mask on.“You want a dance, right? A dance you will get wolf.” He said with a small smile.I didn’t know what happened to me. In this situation, I am meant to reject him or tell him to let me go but I found myself obeying. I looked into his eyes they were so dark. It was amazing.He took me to the centre of the dance floor. The music started and we started to dance. I knew the dance steps by hand so I didn’t really need to count my steps. I looked into his eyes. They were so daring, like there was something that I didn’t know.I looked around and there was so one on the dance floor. It was strange. Why would they clear the dance floor for him? It should only be cleared for the couple of the hour or someone powerful like Jackson Kane. Wait;“Jackson Kane?” I asked.“The one and only.” He replied.I couldn’t believe it. I was actually dancing with Jackson Kane.“You should have told me when we were upstairs.”“What is the fun in that?” he asked me with a smirked. “You needed help with something and I came. That is what I always do.”That made me chuckle. He spined me around continuously and then held my waist. I found myself looking at him. My lips an inch away from his. His lips looked like cherry. We continued to dance.“Why isn’t anyone on the dance floor with us? Are they afraid of you?” I asked. I didn’t just want to dance. I wanted to make an impression on the man to the extent he falls hard for me.“Are you afraid of me?”“Why should I be?”I retorted as we turned side by side following the music. He spined me around and dropped me. Just when I saw about to fall, he held my waist and my leg exposed by the slit. We came back up looking at each other. The music stopped and we stopped dancing but we kept on looking at each other.“That should get you what you want. I hope we meet again wolf.” He said and bowed to me to end the dance. He let go of my hand which I didn’t notice he was holding till then and left. We both went opposite sides of the ballroom, as everyone clapped for us. It was the most beautiful experience I have ever had.All eyes were on me. That is exactly what I wanted. I was sure Eliot will come after that and he did. One thing you know about the males is that whenever they host and someone better than them dances with the prettiest girl in the room, their dominance will feel threaten. All men were the same; human or wolf.“I am the host; I should be afforded a dance, shouldn’t I?” he asked and brought out his hand for me to take. I looked at Lydia and the look on her face was priceless. I gave him my hand he we lead to the dance floor.“What is your name? I have seen you before.” He asked as we danced.“If you know my name wouldn’t that kill the fun alpha.” I answered.“You sound really familiar, have we met?” he asked again. I became a bit scared. What if he recognizes me?“I simply have one of those voices.” I told him. The music ended and he bowed.“Love to see you again some time.” He said and left.The party was going well. Eliot and his bride-to-be were giving their speech. I took a glass of champagne from one of the waiters and listened. God! It was so pathetic. Giving the fact he was only doing it to take over her pack in the first place.I stood by the side and enjoyed the show while taking a sip of my champagne. Someone can to my side and gave me a later. I looked at the man and I could sense he was a wolf, a beta to be precise.He gave me a note and said “He will be waiting for you” and left without allowing me asking anything.I opened the note and it read:Midnight, first place we met. Join me for a drink. I will be waiting for you.Jackson’s POVI didn’t want to come for this wedding in the first place but I hand no choice. I hate the crescent pack; they are lairs and manipulators. I told everyone but they didn’t believe him. Eliot knew I hated him so him sending a special invitation didn’t come as a shock to me. he probably wants to rub it in at he has a mate now and that to with another pack. I had to attend if not it will be a sign of rebellion and might cause a war among wolves. Even though I know I will win, after all I am in strongest alpha, I didn’t want to cause an unnecessary fight. It would just be worth my time.I knew the party would be luxurious, but Eliot took it too far. I didn’t really care though; it is not my wedding neither is it my money. I saw the order of event and I couldn’t help but laugh. A three-day event? Anyways I could care less. One of the maids escorted I and my right-hand man to our room. It is not really normal for an alpha to share his room with someone but this is Eliot’s wa
Jackson’s POVShe turned around and held her chest.“I am so sorry. I didn’t mean to startle you.” I apologized immediately.“It’s fine. I just didn’t think anyone would be here.” She told me with a little smile.We were both silent for a while. I looked at her and I couldn’t help but stare. She was wearing a mask but she still looked stunning especially on the black dress.“So, what is a pretty girl like you doing here all alone?” I asked. I was just curious.“Nothing.” she told me.“I doubt that.”She looked at me and sighed. I gave her one of my enchanting smiles.“Its complicated.” She finally said.“Try me.”She told me that she needs to dance with an alpha because he has a lot of power and connection. A more powerful alpha than me? I could hardly believe that. From the way she talked, she was distressed and confused.“And what might be the name of this alpha?” I asked. She looked not convinced, like she wasn’t going to tell me. I wasn’t going to push it. It was her problem after
Jackson’s POV I waited midnight with my right hand-man, Drake. At midnight, I went to the balcony immediately. I saw her there still in black and on her mask. She was looking at the moon, when she noticed me, she turned and looked at me. We both stared at each other for a while. I didn’t know what to say.“Alpha, if you don’t mind can we find somewhere more private? I would like to speak to about something important.”“Sure.” I said and inhaled. I led the way to my room. I sat at the end of the dinning table in my room while Drake stood behind me. the girl in question stood on the other end.“Alpha of Cresent moon is trying to cause a rebellion. This whole marriage is a way for him to take over is bride’s pack. He has done this to so many other packs and taken a lot of wolves and need you help to stop. I humbly ask you to help me.” she told me.“And I can safely assume that you are one of the wolves he took.”She was quiet for a while. “Yes.”I didn’t say anything more. I was sure
Jackson’s POVI didn’t know what I was doing or why I was doing it but something was so special about her. first of all, I thought she was my mate but if she was, she was supposed to feel it too, right? she is meant to feel the longing I feel as well. After the talk I had with her this morning, I was really reconsidering the thought of her being my mate and the marriage.Oliva came in right after her and bowed like always.“Did you find anything” I asked him.“She was brought here was a child and has work here ever since. There is no trace of her family or her pack. Many of them think that she was abandoned by her pack.”I already know that. I to know more. I sighed. “Anything else.”“Yes. I heard she had a mate.”I turned. “She had a mate?”“Yes. Apparently, it was the alpha’s brother.”“Crane?”“Yes, alpha.”I took a deep breath. “What happened?”“He rejected her on the day of the ritual.”Is that why she can’t feel what I feel? “Any reason?” I asked him.“None given. All I know is
Amelia POV.I didn’t really know what this guy was thinking. upon the condition he still wanted to marry me? Any other wolf would have rejected it immediately. The wedding went smoothly without a word from him. I didn’t really panic because I didn’t want to get my hopes up. The rejection from Crane thought me a very big lesson.During the reception as I was serving, his right-man came and dragged me out and gave me a dress to wear and asked me to go for the reception where I saw him call me his bride and mate.When Eliot stopped us, I thought it was over but he held my hand and gave me a beautiful smile. I felt safe at that moment; like anything could happen and I would come out without a scratch. I looked at him as he spoke to Eliot and his brother. He looked so confident, like he could do anything he wanted. I couldn’t help but admire the way he talks, the way he moved and that smile that exposes his white teeth. I didn’t really hear or see anything apart from him.He held my hand
Amelia’s POV "Holy guacamole," I gasped, staring up at the castle before me. The structure was immense, looming over the landscape like a giant. The towers were tall and stately, the walls thick and imposing. Every surface was carved with intricate patterns and designs, making it seem like a work of art more than a fortification. I had never seen anything like it before, and it took my breath away. “You like what you see?," Jackson asked, his voice almost reverential. "This is way better than Elliot's castle," I said, i didn’t say it because I disliked Elliot, it was the truth. Jackson let out a laugh, his eyes dancing with amusement."You've never been one to mince words, have you?" he said, leading me towards the massive doors of the castle.I grinned, feeling the thrill of anticipation coursing through me. "Nope," I said, the word popping from my lips like a cork from a bottle. "I'm always honest, even when it gets me into trouble."Jackson chuckled, shaking h
Amelia’s POV I stayed put in my room, heartaches from what Simon had said to me last night, heaven knows I was not willing to stay here and go through any kind of insult. I had already faced that in Elliot’s pack.A knock at the door, distracted my thoughts and I shrugged to respond.“Come in” I said“Good morning Ma’am Amelia” the maid greeted, her twinkling eyes. I had no idea why she was smiling.“Alpha Jackson wants to see you” she statedI furrowed my brows, questioned on why he wanted to see me. Was it to apologize for what Simon had said last night? Of course I was pissed on how he had treated me last night, like a piece of trash, a gold digger who needs their wealth and power to survive. “Ill be down in a jiffy” I said to the maid as I watched her walk out of my room, closing the door gently.I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror, I looked so different in just a night. I shook of the thought of ever becoming a permanent member of this pack. I couldn’t forget the main re
Crane POV “What’s up with you Crane?” I heard my inner wolf ask as I stared frustratedly at the mirror in my bathroom. I looked pale, i looked like someone who hasn’t slept for days now and it was all because of Amelia’s absence the pack for the past few weeks now.“Is it our mate again?” “Who else would keep my mood this way, if not Amelia” I replied, my voice low and sad “We’ve rejected her, what else are you unhappy about”I hissed, my inner wolf made things worse for me, I tried as much as possible not to blame myself for rejecting her because it was for her own good.“Keep that out of my mind, I don’t want to think about it anymore” My wolf went silent just like I had commanded it to do. Many things didn’t feel right these days, I have turned to something else, some sort of evil wolf. That was how I saw myself at this point.Everything clasped in my head, hiding secrets, heaving the pain of rejecting Amelia who only did nothing but love me. I was cruel to have not told her
Amelia's POV.What could be the reason for Kayla's rejection? My eyes couldn't hold back my tears anymore, as I cried silently in the car"You don't have to be so dramatic". Simon uttered giving me the handkerchief he brought out from his breast pocket casually. Can't this people ever be humanly how was I being dramatic here."Thank you" I muttered, taking the handkerchief from him, and cleaning my tears with it."What do you think her reasons may be?". Simon asked, a little bit less concerned, after a bit silence in the car."I'm not sure" I said with a shaky voice, still wanting to cry more. He nodded his head, and faced his gaze to the car window, although the windows were up but we could still see outside from inside. I couldn't help but wonder what they did to her, I've always known that Crescent moon park are of no good. But this time I wouldn't let them get their way. I must figure out what went wrong, and what she was threatened with, but how I'm I going to achieve this? I p
Crane POV “What’s up with you Crane?” I heard my inner wolf ask as I stared frustratedly at the mirror in my bathroom. I looked pale, i looked like someone who hasn’t slept for days now and it was all because of Amelia’s absence the pack for the past few weeks now.“Is it our mate again?” “Who else would keep my mood this way, if not Amelia” I replied, my voice low and sad “We’ve rejected her, what else are you unhappy about”I hissed, my inner wolf made things worse for me, I tried as much as possible not to blame myself for rejecting her because it was for her own good.“Keep that out of my mind, I don’t want to think about it anymore” My wolf went silent just like I had commanded it to do. Many things didn’t feel right these days, I have turned to something else, some sort of evil wolf. That was how I saw myself at this point.Everything clasped in my head, hiding secrets, heaving the pain of rejecting Amelia who only did nothing but love me. I was cruel to have not told her
Amelia’s POV I stayed put in my room, heartaches from what Simon had said to me last night, heaven knows I was not willing to stay here and go through any kind of insult. I had already faced that in Elliot’s pack.A knock at the door, distracted my thoughts and I shrugged to respond.“Come in” I said“Good morning Ma’am Amelia” the maid greeted, her twinkling eyes. I had no idea why she was smiling.“Alpha Jackson wants to see you” she statedI furrowed my brows, questioned on why he wanted to see me. Was it to apologize for what Simon had said last night? Of course I was pissed on how he had treated me last night, like a piece of trash, a gold digger who needs their wealth and power to survive. “Ill be down in a jiffy” I said to the maid as I watched her walk out of my room, closing the door gently.I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror, I looked so different in just a night. I shook of the thought of ever becoming a permanent member of this pack. I couldn’t forget the main re
Amelia’s POV "Holy guacamole," I gasped, staring up at the castle before me. The structure was immense, looming over the landscape like a giant. The towers were tall and stately, the walls thick and imposing. Every surface was carved with intricate patterns and designs, making it seem like a work of art more than a fortification. I had never seen anything like it before, and it took my breath away. “You like what you see?," Jackson asked, his voice almost reverential. "This is way better than Elliot's castle," I said, i didn’t say it because I disliked Elliot, it was the truth. Jackson let out a laugh, his eyes dancing with amusement."You've never been one to mince words, have you?" he said, leading me towards the massive doors of the castle.I grinned, feeling the thrill of anticipation coursing through me. "Nope," I said, the word popping from my lips like a cork from a bottle. "I'm always honest, even when it gets me into trouble."Jackson chuckled, shaking h
Amelia POV.I didn’t really know what this guy was thinking. upon the condition he still wanted to marry me? Any other wolf would have rejected it immediately. The wedding went smoothly without a word from him. I didn’t really panic because I didn’t want to get my hopes up. The rejection from Crane thought me a very big lesson.During the reception as I was serving, his right-man came and dragged me out and gave me a dress to wear and asked me to go for the reception where I saw him call me his bride and mate.When Eliot stopped us, I thought it was over but he held my hand and gave me a beautiful smile. I felt safe at that moment; like anything could happen and I would come out without a scratch. I looked at him as he spoke to Eliot and his brother. He looked so confident, like he could do anything he wanted. I couldn’t help but admire the way he talks, the way he moved and that smile that exposes his white teeth. I didn’t really hear or see anything apart from him.He held my hand
Jackson’s POVI didn’t know what I was doing or why I was doing it but something was so special about her. first of all, I thought she was my mate but if she was, she was supposed to feel it too, right? she is meant to feel the longing I feel as well. After the talk I had with her this morning, I was really reconsidering the thought of her being my mate and the marriage.Oliva came in right after her and bowed like always.“Did you find anything” I asked him.“She was brought here was a child and has work here ever since. There is no trace of her family or her pack. Many of them think that she was abandoned by her pack.”I already know that. I to know more. I sighed. “Anything else.”“Yes. I heard she had a mate.”I turned. “She had a mate?”“Yes. Apparently, it was the alpha’s brother.”“Crane?”“Yes, alpha.”I took a deep breath. “What happened?”“He rejected her on the day of the ritual.”Is that why she can’t feel what I feel? “Any reason?” I asked him.“None given. All I know is
Jackson’s POV I waited midnight with my right hand-man, Drake. At midnight, I went to the balcony immediately. I saw her there still in black and on her mask. She was looking at the moon, when she noticed me, she turned and looked at me. We both stared at each other for a while. I didn’t know what to say.“Alpha, if you don’t mind can we find somewhere more private? I would like to speak to about something important.”“Sure.” I said and inhaled. I led the way to my room. I sat at the end of the dinning table in my room while Drake stood behind me. the girl in question stood on the other end.“Alpha of Cresent moon is trying to cause a rebellion. This whole marriage is a way for him to take over is bride’s pack. He has done this to so many other packs and taken a lot of wolves and need you help to stop. I humbly ask you to help me.” she told me.“And I can safely assume that you are one of the wolves he took.”She was quiet for a while. “Yes.”I didn’t say anything more. I was sure
Jackson’s POVShe turned around and held her chest.“I am so sorry. I didn’t mean to startle you.” I apologized immediately.“It’s fine. I just didn’t think anyone would be here.” She told me with a little smile.We were both silent for a while. I looked at her and I couldn’t help but stare. She was wearing a mask but she still looked stunning especially on the black dress.“So, what is a pretty girl like you doing here all alone?” I asked. I was just curious.“Nothing.” she told me.“I doubt that.”She looked at me and sighed. I gave her one of my enchanting smiles.“Its complicated.” She finally said.“Try me.”She told me that she needs to dance with an alpha because he has a lot of power and connection. A more powerful alpha than me? I could hardly believe that. From the way she talked, she was distressed and confused.“And what might be the name of this alpha?” I asked. She looked not convinced, like she wasn’t going to tell me. I wasn’t going to push it. It was her problem after
Jackson’s POVI didn’t want to come for this wedding in the first place but I hand no choice. I hate the crescent pack; they are lairs and manipulators. I told everyone but they didn’t believe him. Eliot knew I hated him so him sending a special invitation didn’t come as a shock to me. he probably wants to rub it in at he has a mate now and that to with another pack. I had to attend if not it will be a sign of rebellion and might cause a war among wolves. Even though I know I will win, after all I am in strongest alpha, I didn’t want to cause an unnecessary fight. It would just be worth my time.I knew the party would be luxurious, but Eliot took it too far. I didn’t really care though; it is not my wedding neither is it my money. I saw the order of event and I couldn’t help but laugh. A three-day event? Anyways I could care less. One of the maids escorted I and my right-hand man to our room. It is not really normal for an alpha to share his room with someone but this is Eliot’s wa