Chapter 0002

"Mate" Alpha Jax and I said at the same time.

As I looked up at him, my breath got hitched in my throat.

Standing before me was Alpha Jax - The Alpha Jax.

He was one of the most powerful Alphas in the continent.

For the most feared Lycan King to make an alliance with him, that should show how powerful he is.

I had never seen him face to face before. I never even dreamed of it.

I had only seen him a few times at pack meetings when I would sneak out to listen to what he had to say. I would hide in a corner and watch him address the pack members from afar.

His presence alone commanded attention. I couldn't help but be captivated by his striking appearance.

Alpha Jax had a strong, chiseled jawline that could cut a paper in two if it was angled well enough.

His eyes were mesmerizing shade of blue. They were impossible to look away from. They drew me in like the ocean. I could get lost in them forever.

His dark, tousled hair fell effortlessly across his forehead, adding a touch of ruggedness to his polished appearance.

Alpha Jax was tall and broad-shouldered. His physique was sculpted and toned. I had to strain my neck to stare at him. I felt like an ant in his presence. He could crush me if he wanted to.

He moved with a graceful confidence, every step exuding an aura of authority and control.

As we stared at each other, jolts of electricity surged through me.

I couldn't deny the instant connection that I felt. It was as if time stood still, and in that moment, I knew deep within my soul that he was my mate.

The realization hit me like a wave, filling me with a mixture of confusion and nervousness.

How can this be?

I've never heard of this before.

How can an Alpha be mated to an Omega?

My wolf is the weakest in the pack. I've only shifted once in my life and it was the most painful experience I had ever gone through.

An Alpha's mate was supposed to be strong like him. Lunas were made to rule the pack too. They usually had dominant wolves.

I've never been more confused in my life.

Was the moon goddess bored?

She was probably bored one day and decided to mate me with Alpha Jax just for the fun of it.

I can tell my life will never be the same again but I can't tell if it'll change for better or worse.

I had the urge to fall into Alpha's Jax's arms and inhale his scent. I just want to be held by him.

Even with the connection I felt, I knew my thoughts wouldn't be possible.

I doubt he'll want me.

"Mate?!" Nate and Bea shrieked. They both sounded confused.

Trust me, I'm way more confused than both of you.

Nate stood up, looking between Alpha Jax and I "How on earth is that possible? She's a fucking omega"

"I'm asking myself the same thing" Alpha Jax said, still staring at me.

As soon as I heard the word 'omega', I brought myself out of my fantasy world.

I shouldn't forget my place all because of the connection I feel to Alpha Jax.

I looked down instantly. I shouldn't have dared to make eye contact with him in the first place.

Madison laughed.

Nate and Bea turned to her with annoyed expressions.

"What the fuck is so funny?" they chorused.

Madison giggled "Am I really high or is this actually happening? Is Jax mated to this waitress?"

"Not only is she a waitress" Bea spat out, her voice laced with venom "She's a fucking omega, a fucking slave"

"Jax" Nate said to him "Are you sure about this? Did you actually feel it or are you just checking her out?"

Bea scoffed "Checking her out? Please, there's nothing to see here. She's as plain as a piece of paper"

I looked down at the floor with blurry vision. I did my best not to cry.

I shouldn't feel bad. All my life, I've been told how ugly I was. This shouldn't be any different.

It hurt me this time because she said this in front of my mate.

I always wanted someone who would take me far away from here.

I prayed for a mate who would love me and give me the happiness I only felt in my dreams.

"I feel the connection" Jax said.

His deep husky voice sent shivers down my spine.

It sounded like the kind of voice you'd want to wake up to in the morning.

"Great!" Bea raised her voice "What does this mean?"

"It means that this girl in front of me is my mate" Alpha Jax said.

I gulped.

I was scared of what would come next.

"What do you plan to do?" Nate said.

"Are you kidding me?" Alpha Jax scoffed "I'm Alpha Jax fucking Jones. There's no way I will accept this slave as my mate"

My eyes widened in surprise at his words. I always expected this but I didn't think it would be so soon.

He didn't even give me a chance?

Am I really that horrible?

"Look at me, slave" Alpha Jax ordered.

I looked into his beautiful blue eyes.

"I, Jax Jones, Alpha of the Red Moon pack officially reject you as my mate"

I had to control myself from crying. I had no choice but to accept his rejection.

"I, Mia Smith, accept your rejection"

In that instant, my world shattered. The rejection hit me like a physical blow, stealing the breath from my lungs.

It felt as if someone ripped out my heart and stepped on it repeatedly.

My chest felt as if it was on fire.

Emotions swirled within me, a mix of sadness, anger, and rejection.

The weight of disappointment settled heavily on my shoulders, threatening to crush my spirit.

Tears welled up in my eyes, threatening to spill over.

Bea smiled "Now that this is over with, get lost, you whore"

I clutched the tray tightly in my hands and walked away.

I couldn't go into the kitchen. If Lily sees me, she'll know something is wrong and I'm not in the mood to talk to anyone about what just happened.

I just want to curl on my bed and cry my eyes out.

I rushed to the bathroom. I leaned on the sink and sobbed.

My heart felt like it was being stabbed.

The pain I felt was raw and intense.

It seemed as if something was ripped away from me.

Am I that useless?

How do you find your mate then get rejected in less than ten minutes?

I'm so pathetic. Nobody will ever love me.

Why will Alpha Jax go for someone so useless when he has Lizzy? She's everything a man would want and more.

I just.. I don't know.. I had hope.

I thought he would give me a chance at least.

I'm pathetic to the point that even my mate could tell just by looking at me for a few seconds.

This is the worst day of my life.

The door opened, interrupting my thoughts.

I wiped away my tears, not wanting someone to see me cry.

To my surprise, it was Alpha Jax.

I was shocked to see him.

What's he doing here?

I was scared to say something. As an omega, I don't even have the right to speak to him unless he gives me the permission to.

Surprisingly, he walked closer to me.

His tall frame towered over me. I could feel his breath on my body.

I had the urge to wrap my arms around him and inhale his sweet scent.

The space in between us was so little. One more move and our bodies would be pressed to each other. The thought of it made me feel hot all over.

"My wolf is going insane over you" he whispered.

He leaned down and kissed my neck. I could feel his hot breath all over my body.

I didn't move. I closed my eyes, enjoying the feeling that his lips brought me.

Just a simple touch from him made my body come alive. His touch felt like a flame to my skin.. In the best way possible.

A soft moan escaped my lips.

He grabbed my waist, pulling me closer to him. My core was directly in front of his. I had the urge to rub myself against him.

He pulled away from my neck and looked into my eyes intensely.

His gaze fell from my eyes to my lips.

"You rejected me" I whispered.

I didn't even realize when I said those words. They came out without me even thinking.

"It doesn't matter" he said "Your body is still mine"

What?

I was confused by his words.

How can my body be his when he rejected me?

"Jax?" a voice called.

Alpha Jax stepped away from me.

Bea stood at the door. There was an angry expression on her face.

My heart pounded in my chest.

Oh no.

"What's going on?" Bea asked.

"Nothing" Jax said "Let's go"

Jax pulled Bea away and left the bathroom.

I leaned on the sink, doing my best to control my fast beating heart.

What the hell just happened?