Chapter 003

Eira’s POV

The day of the banquet

I still found it unreal that Alpha Axel would assign such an important task of preparing and supervising the cooking for such an important day event.

“ For the first time, Alpha Axel doesn't seem to be blind. He finally looked past your previous relationship and recognized your talent,” Lara squealed in excitement still living in the bliss of such an appointment.

“ I appreciate how happy you are for me but at this rate, you'll get the appointment revoked,” I sighed, tired of explaining to her not to voice out every thought.

“ Alright, no need to get mad. I will do my best to ensure that my mouth doesn't put you into trouble after all, you've worked your butt off for this,” she drew an invisible zipper in front of her lips.

“ Thank you,” I muttered. How exactly was I going to explain that I didn't cook so eagerly and earnestly to get kitchen duty or spearhead any special event? That was just me channeling my frustrations and pains.

“ The guests will soon arrive, I think it's about time we start cooking the main meals,” Lara suggested.

“ Everyone, listen up! After this announcement, we'll commence the main cooking and you all will be split into groups to ease division of labour. The list of meals to be prepared have already been handed over to you. With that, let's start cooking.”

Cooking went on for hours with hundreds and thousands of chefs making multiple meals and desserts. Guests had begun to flood in as well and our job doubled the moment all the guests arrived.

Supervising was a lot harder than I thought but I was glad to be given something so important to handle. It meant that despite what had happened between us, he knew he could still trust me. I placed my hand against my chest.

“ Eira, now isn't exactly the time to zone out while smiling to yourself,” Lara put on a stiff smile as she walked past me.

“ I'm sorry!” I ended up apologizing in a higher pitched voice than I had planned. This was embarrassing, why was I smiling at the thought that Axel still trusted me?

“ I thought we've been through this, Eira,” I smacked my forehead as I talked to myself.

“ Eira! Eira!” I heard a familiar middle-aged voice call my name.

“ Mrs Belinda?”

“ Oh my, I nearly lost sight of you in here if it wasn't for your hair. I guess, it's not all that bad to be different,” she sighed, relieved that she had found me.

Unlike other werewolves, I had silky long, snow-white hair with enchanting blue eyes so it was quite easy to spot me in a crowd. My dad had always told me that my look was a blessing from the Moon Goddess, though I had never believed them after all, nothing good has happened to me. On the other hand, I somewhat believed it as a little child since that could be the only way to explain why I looked the way I did when my parents had none of such features.

“ Is there anything you'd like me to do?” I inquired.

“ Yes, actually. Come with me for a bit,” she led the way and I followed.

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Many minutes later

As per the order of Luna Lilith, I was requested to present the food that had been specifically prepared for the Alpha and Luna’s table.

Getting to the long table, a lot of ministers were seated with Alpha Axel and Lilith present as well. I walked in with some cooks and waiters who went on to serve while I stood in a corner watching.

“ I tasted a lot of the desserts in the main hall and they were simply splendid,” one of the ministers laughed heartily.

“ I have to agree with that. Is she the one in charge of the banquet food today? She must be really talented,” he complimented.

“ I'm glad the food was to your liking,” Alpha Axel responded.

“ I'm yet to try any of the dishes she prepared though because I've been too busy welcoming guests,” Lilith said asking one of the servers to pass her a plate.

“ What's this dish called?” She looked at me.

“ It's leek soup with sauteed mushrooms. His Majesty had personally requested that I prepare this dish,” I answered.

“ It's healthy and I thought it would be a good starter meal for you and the baby today,” Alpha Axel caressed her cheeks. He would never had done this in front of the ministers if it was me.

“ Really? I can't believe how thoughtful you can be,” she gave him puppy eyes and I was exactly thrilled to see them act lovey-dovey.

“ Then, go ahead and taste it,” he rubbed her head.

“ Alright,” she beamed, reaching out for her spoon. Just as she placed her spoon into the bowl, one of her minions came running in.

“ Don't eat that, Your Highness! No one should eat that as well,” she screamed doing her best to catch her breathe. I knew Lilith’s minions could be bold and audacious but even for them, this was too much.

“ What's going on?” Lilith asked in confusion.

“ The soup is poisoned, Your Highness.”