Allison's POV:
"Come on, Ally, let's go for a walk," Alex says.It's been two months since I rejected Damian, and I haven't seen much of him since then. I've been hanging out with Alex a lot since he is the only one I'm free with.As I think of how my life would have been if I had accepted Damian, a headache starts to come on. Would we be happy? Would he make me feel protected and happy? I shake the thought out of my head.I look over to Alex and smile. "Alright, Alex, let's go," I say as I pull him and drag him with me out of my room.We walk out of the house to the garden area. "The weather is so nice today," I say to Alex with a smile."I know, right?" He answers, nudging me with his arm playfully.I look up to see him smiling at me. I shake my head at him and look forward as we stroll.We keep on walking, enjoying the peace and serenity of the evening until Alex suddenly asks, "How are things between you and him?"I knew who he was talking about but still went ahead to ask, "Me and who?""You and Damian, Ally. What's up with the both of you?" Alex asks again.It takes a while before I finally respond. "I don't know, Alex. I haven't seen much of him in the past two months. It's almost like he's avoiding me, and I can't blame him, though," I say with a low voice.Alex sits on the floor and taps the space beside him for me to sit. I just stand there looking at him without doing anything. When I see that I'm not making any attempt to sit, he pulls my hand and makes me sit with him."Why did you reject him, Ally?" he says.I keep quiet for some seconds before answering. "I don't know, Alex. I just thought it wouldn't work out. We have our differences, so I felt we aren't compatible. We don't love each other, Alex.""Then why do you look and sound so sad while talking about it?" he says.I run my hand through my hair in frustration. "I don't know. I don't know why I keep thinking of him when I don't even have feelings for him, and it annoys me!" I end angrily."Calm down, Ally. I think you both need to talk," he suggests."I don't want to talk to anyone, Alex. I made the right decision, and he's happy now too.""How do you know he's happy? Are you happy, Ally?" he asks again, and I know I can't continue with the conversation."I'm tired, Alex. I need to rest. I'll see you later," I say as I stand up and leave immediately, not looking back.I pick up my pace in walking, not paying attention to where I'm going until I bump into a very hard chest. Sparks and tingles spread throughout my body as warm hands hold my arms to stop me from falling. I look up to see Damian staring down at me. I close my eyes tightly, not wanting to get pulled into his baby blue eyes."Allison," he says quietly, making me shiver."Damian?" I hear Alpha George's voice call from behind me. "What are you doing?"Damian lets go of me immediately, making me miss the contact. Opening my eyes, I slowly look up and see him looking at me with an emotion I couldn't get. And it feels like it's just the two of us on this planet."Cough cough," his father says, trying to get our attention. "Why are you staring at each other like that...Ah! You guys are mates?!" He asks, smiling.That statement brings me back to reality."No," I say, my voice cracking a little. "We're not mates."For a second, I thought I saw Damian flinch when I said he isn't my mate, but it could have been my imagination, though."But you guys are doing the stare," Alpha George says, looking disappointed.I turn to him with a confused expression. "What stare?" I ask him."You know," he says, trying to explain. "The one every wolf gets when they meet their mate.""No, Alpha father, we're not mates," my voice comes out scratchy as I say this, making myself flinch."Yes, father," Damian says. "We're not mates."Alpha George looks at me sadly and says, "I'd be very happy if you both were mates. You'd make a very fine Luna."I smile sadly at him, not knowing what to say. He notices and says, "It's fine, my dear. Just go up to your room and rest. I'm sure you've had a long day."I nod at him with a smile and leave for my room without sparing another glance at Damian.I shut the door to my room immediately after I enter and rest my back on it. I can't believe that just happened. And why is my heart beating so fast, like it's about to explode? What's going on with me?Damian’s POV.It’s a bright and sunny morning. I decided to take a walk since it’s been a while since I did. I am just about to set out of the house when I hear my father call out for me.“Damian..” he calls. I look back to see my father already working towards me.“Good morning dad, how are you doing today?” I ask him.“I’m doing fine son. I was just about to send for you.”“Really? Hope it’s nothing serious Dad. I ask worried.My father smiles and answers; “not at all son, it’s just that we got an invitation from the Alpha king. It’s his birthday celebration and he wants all Alpha to be there.”“Oh, so I guess you’re going Dad,” I say matter of factly.“That’s why I was going to send for you. I won’t be able to attend because of my health so you’ll be going in my place.” He says.I don’t say anything for a while before I finally ;” When is the party?”My father’s expression changes from worry to excitement when he sees that I’m agreeing to go with him trying to convince me.“It's
Allison’s POV.I was still seated in my room, deep in my thoughts when I heard a knock.I didn’t respond immediately wondering who was at the door. When the knocking persisted, I responded.“Come in.”A young maid about my age entered and bowed.“Good day, ma’am. My name is Genesis and I’ve been appointed as your maid” she said with a smile.She smiled so beautifully that I couldn’t help but smile back in return.“Alright, Genesis,” I answered with a smile and signaled her to come in.“The Alpha prince asked me to assist you in getting ready for tomorrow’s party.”“Oh,” I responded.“So where do we start?” I asked.“I have to take your measurements and send them to the pack’s tailor so that a ball gown can be made for you,” Genesis answered.I stood up to allow her access to take the measurements. She took my measurements and when she was done, she left to give the measurements to the pack’s tailor.I don’t know why I feel so anxious about tomorrow’s ball party. I’ve never really atte
Allison’s POV.I woke up to a knock at my door. I reached out to my phone to check the time. It was just 7 am.I lazily got up from my bed and went to open the door.“Good morning ma’am, Hope you slept well?” Genesis said immediately after I opened the door.“Good morning, Genesis, and I remember asking you to call me by my name yesterday,” I said as I strolled back into the room.“It’ll take time for me to get used to that Allison.” She said with a smile.I shook my head at her and sat down on the edge of my bed.“I’m here to help you get ready for the ball. I was told you’d be leaving by noon so we have to start getting you ready now.” She said.I looked her her, confused.“But it’s just past 7 am, why do I need five hours to get ready?”“I need to help you dress your hair, put on your dress, and do your makeup so I need enough time to make everything perfect.”She answered.“Okay, I guess I should go have my bath now and before you offer to help me, I can take care of my bath myself
Allison’s POV.I should have gone downstairs 5 minutes ago but I am very nervous. I was startled when I heard a knock at the door. I opened the door to find Damian.This man, this dangerously looking man in black tie, with hair the color of her prized bookshelf and eyes so blue they burned, was the one I rejected?He was too big,too male, and those eyes were far too bold.I was lost in those eyes when he coughed to bring me out of my thoughts.“Are you ready?” He asked looking at me.“Well.” I deliberately stepped out and closed the door behind me. “Shall we go?”“Sure.” He responded coolly and offered me his arm.I took his arm and we walked down the stairs together in silence.When we got outside, I took one look at the ancient and tiny sports car at the curb and wondered how I was supposed to fold myself into it wearing this gown.I felt like I was locked inside a mechanical shoebox with a giant. The drive went on with neither of us saying anything. He made a turn to where I sup
Damian’s POV.Damian’s big plan for Sunday was to sleep late, eat an enormous breakfast in bed, and spend a couple of hours training with Alex.The plane broke apart when he found himself awake and restless just after sunrise. Whenever he tried to drift back to sleep, he started to think of her. That was more irritating than getting up.There was no reason for Allison to be on his mind.The image of how breathtaking she looked when she came out of the room yesterday was still vivid in his memory. The wolf purred at the sight of her.The shimmering willow stem in white silk was nothing like the spindly little girl he remembered. Her hair was spun gold and curved sleekly around a face that might have been carved from ivory. Her eyes were a soft and misty green. He knew it was going to be a long evening.The way she got jealous and acted possessive of him when Layna came and how she shivered when I hand brushed the skin of her back. The way her lips were so pumped and tempting that I alm
Damian’s POV.After the outbreak with Sally, I went for a run and spent a couple of hours trying to sweat out the restlessness. I told myself I felt better, more alert, more clearheaded. By the time I got back to my room, I was ready for that big breakfast.Occasionally, I make my breakfast myself and today seems like a good day mto make my own meal.I stroll to the kitchen to prepare something to eat.“Good morning my prince.” One of the cooks greeted.“Good morning. You all can leave for now. I would like to make my breakfast myself.” “Alright, my prince.” She bowed and signaled the others to go out with her.I turned the stereo up to blast, pushed up the sleeves of my black sweatshirt, then put bacon on to fry. Feeling a great deal more cheerful and in control, I hummed as I mixed eggs For scrambling.When my phone rang, I answered one-handed as I scooped crisp bacon out of the pan.“So you’re up and about...” Alex boomed out at me.“Yeah, I’m up and about,” I said into the phon
Allison’s POV.I pull the covers away from me, immediately feeling whiplash from the cold sting in the air. Winter was close, the days getting shorter and the mornings now coveted in the dark.My eyes fall upon my sweater draped across the back of my study chair, so I shrug that on before heading outside.Stepping outside, my bare legs legs rise with goosebumps and I huddle into the large sweater I wore a little more. The cold felt refreshing to my skin though, and I revelled in it for a few minutes.The sky was a mixture of blue and grey day was beginning, but not freed from the dark clutches just yet.The grounds were empty, as expected. Occasionally a few maids or butlers would walk around, already having gotten up to prepare for the day ahead.Otherwise, the paths were free of wolves. My eyes fixate on the loom of the sky, bordering to where it reaches land.My head feels a little more collected than it was yesterday. After the discussion with Damian yesterday, I kept asking mysel
Alpha George.Being the Alpha of a pack comes with a lot of commitments. I’m getting old and weak and those commitments are getting too weighty for me that was why I was always disturbed by the thoughts that Damian had not found his mate.I couldn’t hand the Alpha title to him until he found his mate. Then Allison, a human I saved and saw as my daughter returned to the pack after many years and I found out they were mates, I couldn’t contain my joy. Even though they both denied being mates, I was very certain because I saw the way they looked at each other. I figured giving them some time to work things out would be good for them.That was why I made Damian attend the ball party with Allison just so they could get close and work things out and I couldn’t be more proud of myself for doing that. I plan on making an announcement tonight at the burn fire. Using my health as an excuse, I would make Damian act as the Alpha in my place until he and Allison work things out.This should make
Alpha George.Being the Alpha of a pack comes with a lot of commitments. I’m getting old and weak and those commitments are getting too weighty for me that was why I was always disturbed by the thoughts that Damian had not found his mate.I couldn’t hand the Alpha title to him until he found his mate. Then Allison, a human I saved and saw as my daughter returned to the pack after many years and I found out they were mates, I couldn’t contain my joy. Even though they both denied being mates, I was very certain because I saw the way they looked at each other. I figured giving them some time to work things out would be good for them.That was why I made Damian attend the ball party with Allison just so they could get close and work things out and I couldn’t be more proud of myself for doing that. I plan on making an announcement tonight at the burn fire. Using my health as an excuse, I would make Damian act as the Alpha in my place until he and Allison work things out.This should make
Allison’s POV.I pull the covers away from me, immediately feeling whiplash from the cold sting in the air. Winter was close, the days getting shorter and the mornings now coveted in the dark.My eyes fall upon my sweater draped across the back of my study chair, so I shrug that on before heading outside.Stepping outside, my bare legs legs rise with goosebumps and I huddle into the large sweater I wore a little more. The cold felt refreshing to my skin though, and I revelled in it for a few minutes.The sky was a mixture of blue and grey day was beginning, but not freed from the dark clutches just yet.The grounds were empty, as expected. Occasionally a few maids or butlers would walk around, already having gotten up to prepare for the day ahead.Otherwise, the paths were free of wolves. My eyes fixate on the loom of the sky, bordering to where it reaches land.My head feels a little more collected than it was yesterday. After the discussion with Damian yesterday, I kept asking mysel
Damian’s POV.After the outbreak with Sally, I went for a run and spent a couple of hours trying to sweat out the restlessness. I told myself I felt better, more alert, more clearheaded. By the time I got back to my room, I was ready for that big breakfast.Occasionally, I make my breakfast myself and today seems like a good day mto make my own meal.I stroll to the kitchen to prepare something to eat.“Good morning my prince.” One of the cooks greeted.“Good morning. You all can leave for now. I would like to make my breakfast myself.” “Alright, my prince.” She bowed and signaled the others to go out with her.I turned the stereo up to blast, pushed up the sleeves of my black sweatshirt, then put bacon on to fry. Feeling a great deal more cheerful and in control, I hummed as I mixed eggs For scrambling.When my phone rang, I answered one-handed as I scooped crisp bacon out of the pan.“So you’re up and about...” Alex boomed out at me.“Yeah, I’m up and about,” I said into the phon
Damian’s POV.Damian’s big plan for Sunday was to sleep late, eat an enormous breakfast in bed, and spend a couple of hours training with Alex.The plane broke apart when he found himself awake and restless just after sunrise. Whenever he tried to drift back to sleep, he started to think of her. That was more irritating than getting up.There was no reason for Allison to be on his mind.The image of how breathtaking she looked when she came out of the room yesterday was still vivid in his memory. The wolf purred at the sight of her.The shimmering willow stem in white silk was nothing like the spindly little girl he remembered. Her hair was spun gold and curved sleekly around a face that might have been carved from ivory. Her eyes were a soft and misty green. He knew it was going to be a long evening.The way she got jealous and acted possessive of him when Layna came and how she shivered when I hand brushed the skin of her back. The way her lips were so pumped and tempting that I alm
Allison’s POV.I should have gone downstairs 5 minutes ago but I am very nervous. I was startled when I heard a knock at the door. I opened the door to find Damian.This man, this dangerously looking man in black tie, with hair the color of her prized bookshelf and eyes so blue they burned, was the one I rejected?He was too big,too male, and those eyes were far too bold.I was lost in those eyes when he coughed to bring me out of my thoughts.“Are you ready?” He asked looking at me.“Well.” I deliberately stepped out and closed the door behind me. “Shall we go?”“Sure.” He responded coolly and offered me his arm.I took his arm and we walked down the stairs together in silence.When we got outside, I took one look at the ancient and tiny sports car at the curb and wondered how I was supposed to fold myself into it wearing this gown.I felt like I was locked inside a mechanical shoebox with a giant. The drive went on with neither of us saying anything. He made a turn to where I sup
Allison’s POV.I woke up to a knock at my door. I reached out to my phone to check the time. It was just 7 am.I lazily got up from my bed and went to open the door.“Good morning ma’am, Hope you slept well?” Genesis said immediately after I opened the door.“Good morning, Genesis, and I remember asking you to call me by my name yesterday,” I said as I strolled back into the room.“It’ll take time for me to get used to that Allison.” She said with a smile.I shook my head at her and sat down on the edge of my bed.“I’m here to help you get ready for the ball. I was told you’d be leaving by noon so we have to start getting you ready now.” She said.I looked her her, confused.“But it’s just past 7 am, why do I need five hours to get ready?”“I need to help you dress your hair, put on your dress, and do your makeup so I need enough time to make everything perfect.”She answered.“Okay, I guess I should go have my bath now and before you offer to help me, I can take care of my bath myself
Allison’s POV.I was still seated in my room, deep in my thoughts when I heard a knock.I didn’t respond immediately wondering who was at the door. When the knocking persisted, I responded.“Come in.”A young maid about my age entered and bowed.“Good day, ma’am. My name is Genesis and I’ve been appointed as your maid” she said with a smile.She smiled so beautifully that I couldn’t help but smile back in return.“Alright, Genesis,” I answered with a smile and signaled her to come in.“The Alpha prince asked me to assist you in getting ready for tomorrow’s party.”“Oh,” I responded.“So where do we start?” I asked.“I have to take your measurements and send them to the pack’s tailor so that a ball gown can be made for you,” Genesis answered.I stood up to allow her access to take the measurements. She took my measurements and when she was done, she left to give the measurements to the pack’s tailor.I don’t know why I feel so anxious about tomorrow’s ball party. I’ve never really atte
Damian’s POV.It’s a bright and sunny morning. I decided to take a walk since it’s been a while since I did. I am just about to set out of the house when I hear my father call out for me.“Damian..” he calls. I look back to see my father already working towards me.“Good morning dad, how are you doing today?” I ask him.“I’m doing fine son. I was just about to send for you.”“Really? Hope it’s nothing serious Dad. I ask worried.My father smiles and answers; “not at all son, it’s just that we got an invitation from the Alpha king. It’s his birthday celebration and he wants all Alpha to be there.”“Oh, so I guess you’re going Dad,” I say matter of factly.“That’s why I was going to send for you. I won’t be able to attend because of my health so you’ll be going in my place.” He says.I don’t say anything for a while before I finally ;” When is the party?”My father’s expression changes from worry to excitement when he sees that I’m agreeing to go with him trying to convince me.“It's
Allison's POV:"Come on, Ally, let's go for a walk," Alex says.It's been two months since I rejected Damian, and I haven't seen much of him since then. I've been hanging out with Alex a lot since he is the only one I'm free with.As I think of how my life would have been if I had accepted Damian, a headache starts to come on. Would we be happy? Would he make me feel protected and happy? I shake the thought out of my head.I look over to Alex and smile. "Alright, Alex, let's go," I say as I pull him and drag him with me out of my room.We walk out of the house to the garden area. "The weather is so nice today," I say to Alex with a smile."I know, right?" He answers, nudging me with his arm playfully.I look up to see him smiling at me. I shake my head at him and look forward as we stroll.We keep on walking, enjoying the peace and serenity of the evening until Alex suddenly asks, "How are things between you and him?"I knew who he was talking about but still went ahead to ask, "Me an