Chapter 5

PHOEBE’S POV

I was feeling uneasy all through the day, it was even bad enough that I couldn’t speak to Mia. Being left alone wasn’t a good feeling, I couldn’t explain what was happening to anyone so I endured.

“Get your lazy self out of this kitchen! Go and help in serving the guest!” The chief commander said.

I scurried out of the kitchen with a platter of meal in my hands as I walked to the guests. I felt something tug me and I had to look at the direction.

Sitting across the room was a handsome man, everything about him was so perfect. I didn’t know what was wrong but I was attracted to him. It only means he was my mate!

My mate was Alpha Adrian! I tried so hard not to jump on him or do something crazy, but before I could even react I felt myself falling on the floor before my eyes closed.

THE NEXT DAY

“You need to see everyone’s face when he calls you his mate!” Mia said to me while I blushed uncontrollably.

“I honestly can’t believe it, it is almost like a dream. How did I get mated to him?” I asked no one in particular.

It was just shocking, I never thought I would have a mate talk less of the strongest Alpha of the pack as my mate.

I could notice the small tears that flowed out of Alexa’s eyes when she saw him acting possessive of me. For the first time, I felt happy.

“Do you think he is ever going to accept me? I don’t even have a wolf.” I said sadly.

Most times, I wished I was just like the rest. Maybe all of this wouldn’t have happened. I just wanted to be normal. Like Mia, she had the perfect life in terms of luxury, she had parents who loved her. They were ready to protect her whenever she needed help…

“I think it is right for me to call you Luna, I have to start according to your respect,” Mia said, causing me to laugh.

“I wish it would be so weird if I am called Luna,” I said.

“How many times have I warned you not to speak I’ll of yourself? You can be anything you want to be, you are stronger than you thought.” Mia said and I nodded my head in agreement.

We were still in the middle of it when Adrian’s beta requested my presence. “He needs to see you,” he muttered and I followed him closely.

Mia gave me a thumbs up and I nodded my head before disappearing into the hallways. I got to his door and knocked gently before walking into the room.

It was so awkward as I played with my fingers while trying to stop smiling. We didn't say anything to each other for a long time before he finally broke the silence.

“You can't be my mate,” he said with a sigh. My head immediately spun when he said that. Just when I thought I had found someone who was taking me away from this pack, I was rejected again.

Why was I always treated this way? Was there something I ever did to deserve this? I was loving, caring, and friendly. All I yearned for was love, I wanted to be loved. I wanted to feel what is like to be loved.

I was honestly tired, I tried to manage the tears that were threatening to spill but it turned out abortive.

“You are not my type. This wasn't how I envisioned my Luna to be,” he said in a carefree tone.

“I wanted her to be very pretty, strong and agile. You look like you can break into pieces just by pushing you.” Adrian said crudely.

I couldn't believe he would say something this mean without even batting his eyelid. “Let's agree to reject the mating and go our separate ways,” he said in a commanding tone.

“I can't possibly do that, my reputation will be ruined,” I said. Knowing how I was already hated in the pack, will only increase the hate.

“I honestly don't care, I am just preparing you for that.” He said.

“I hate you so much! You are so selfish and heartless!” I shrieked angrily before running out of the room.

Mia came to me almost immediately.

“Why are you crying?” she asked worriedly after seeing my tears-stained cheek. “He is going to reject me, publicly.” I let out.

“What? Why would he do that?” Mia asked as she pulled me in for a hug.

“He made mention of silly things like I was weak and all of that. I should have expected this, that is just my pain.” I uttered tearfully.

I hated myself, I was not good enough for anything. I was just too useless, what is my use anyway?

“Don't think negatively about yourself. You are perfect just the way you are, anyone who says otherwise is silly!” Mia said while squeezing my hands.

I really appreciated her, without her I would have not been able to do anything.

“You have to agree and get this over with, he doesn’t deserve you!” Mia encouraged me as I walked down the halls where everyone had gathered.

I had always heard stories about how cruel Adrian is and I am shocked that all they were saying was just a little of how wicked he is. The little time I had seen him made me realize how devilish he was.

I didn’t want someone like him as my mate, I wanted someone soft just like me. Wasn’t aggressive or wicked.

“I, Adrian Knights reject you, Phoebe Stoners as my mate,” Adrian said in the presence of everyone.

I watched as everyone had a look of ridicule. What was my fate now?

Was I going to continue being subjected to pain or was Adrian just playing mind games?

There were so many questions and I couldn’t wait to unfold the drama.