Chapter 0030
Chapter 0030
[Evelyn’s POVI
“It’s mandatory that I attend this event, correct?” I asked siffly.
I hadn’t meant to sound so hesitant or awkward; however, the words seemed to have fallen out of my mouth before I could get a chance to stop them.
Oliver nodded his head. “Yes, madam,” he responded curtly “Usually, it’s the Alpha’s daughters who have a chance to decline the invitation. But all Lunas are required to be in attendance. Attending gatherings such as these is considered a vital part of any Luna’s responsibilities.”
My stomach lurched in response. Wonderful.
I tried to get past the lump in my throat while nodding my Head. I hid my anxiety over the upcoming Luna gathering behind a false smile.
While Oliver and Alexander went on about necessary preparations pertaining to the event that he wanted to plan, I did my best to keep my nerves under control.
I was by no means a fan of social gatherings. It wasn’t as though I thought I was going to make a fool of myself, but it always ended up feeling like a complete outsider.
It never mattered how I dressed, or how I carried myself. My reputation for being a ‘wild child‘ was just something that I could never escape.
Just the mere thought of having to parade myself around sent a cold silver down my spine. I honestly wondered if there was a way I could talk my way out of having to go.
Come on, Evelyn. Alexander just started to open up to you. His trust and your connection with him are on the line.
Unfortunately, my inner voice had a point. What kind of a message would it send to the pack if word got out that 1 didn’t attend the Luna gathering?
I just needed to take several deep breaths and find a way to cope. In the midst of my panic taking root, Alexander must have sensed my uneasiness. Unspokenly, he placed a land on my lower back.
I tried to focus on the warmth from his hand and ignore the growing tension in my chest.
Right as we reached his tent, Alexander stopped. Both Oliver and I shared a quick, questionable look at each other before turning to glance back at Alexander.
“Sir?”
“Oliver, change of plans. We’re heading back to the house. I want to make sure that Nina is brought up to date on the current schedule. Whatever is left on Evelyn’s schedule–cancel it. She’s had a long day and needs to rest.”
Before I could get a chance to argue, Oliver was already nodding his head and the three of us were making our way back to the house. Aside from wanting to meet with Wendy, I wasn’t entirely sure what was left of my day.
But Alexander was right to assume one thing…I was exhausted. My emotions have been all over the place since I headed out to the camps. I honestly felt like I could use a good rest.
Just as we made it back to the house, we all entered the main hall and were promptly greeted by the staff. I turned to head in the direction of the bedroom but was stopped by the unexpected feel of Alexander’s hand on my arm.
It was the second time he’d reached out to me….
Chapter 0030
+28 BONUS
What did it mean?
I lowered my gaze to find Alexander staring back at me with a raised brow.
“What is it?”
“Tell me what’s wrong,” he insisted.
“Oh, um…” I took my bottom lip between my teeth, feeling sheepish. “Well, it’s just that…I’m not really all that comfortable with attending events like this,” 1 admitted quietly.
A soft hum came from the back of his throat.
“Your worry is understandable,” Oliver noted softly. “These sorts of gatherings tend to be a bit overwhelming. Especially, if one doesn’t feel confident in the area of conversing with those of a higher status.”
It was strange to think this was the same guy that held meat gunpoint, not once but twice for that matter. And here he was now, trying to calm me down.
I pushed out a deep breath and shook my head. “It’s not that I’m incapable of conversing with others. It’s always the subject of the conversation that tends to be an issue,” argued. “You see, most Lunas and Alpha daughters are well–versed in things like clothes and properties. The concepts of material objects and fortunes seem to be only things that are worth talking about.”
“What is it that you wish to talk about then?” Alexander asked patiently.
“Things that actually matter when it comes to being a Luna Agriculture. Trade. Ways in which to properly utilize resources. I want to talk about finding solutions to common problems that every pack faces but instead, I’m usually treated like some kind of weirdo because I’m not openly gushing over the news makeup trend.”
Alexander gave me an appraising look. His beta merely glanced between us.
“Well, sir. Would you be willing to attend the-
“Yes,” he answered firmly.
My brows raised in shock. Really? Like many high–ranking and busy Alphas, Alexander never attended social events like these. It was typical for such matters to be left to the Lunas.
“Since it’s your first appearance as an official Luna, I’m willing to make an exception. Plus, I will take the opportunity to introduce you to the Alpha King.”
Regardless of his explanation, I was happy to take it. Meanwhile, Oliver’s look of suspicion hadn’t gone. unnoticed. But he was too quick on his feet for anyone to take a moment to question him.
I did my best to ease some of my anxiety. At least this time around, I would have Alexander there for moral support and very possibly as a buffer.
Third–Person POV]
Upon Fiona’s approval back home, she entered the pack with feelings of pure rage and loathing. Not a single staff member was willing or wanting to confront her. She was utterly seething.
“1 will find a way to make Alexander see sense when it comes to that bitch!” she vowed to herself. She rudely bypassed everyone while stomping her way back to her private rooms.
Caroline, who kept her pace behind her, spoke with the same calm authority as she had earlier.
“Why not attend the upcoming gathering?” she suggested with a devious smirk.
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Fiona sneered at the thought.
“You heard what Alexander sald,” she hissed.
Caroline merely shrugged while gazing down at her nails. So? He said that you weren’t permitted to be around his pack. I don’t recall him saying anything about not attending special events.”
Some of Fiona’s anger lessened as her expression grew contemplative.
“I don’t know…”
The older woman stepped forward with a determined, vicious look in her eyes.
“Alexander never attended these gatherings, so it would be the perfect opportunity for Evelyn to be reminded of her true place,” she explained. “And, perhaps, a decent opportunity for me to learn a little bit more about her from her Stepmother and Stepsister. If anyone should have dirt on Evelyn, it would be those two.”
A malicious grin curved her lips. Fiona nodded her head in agreement.
Oh, yes. I will make Evelyn regret the day she decided to marry Alexander.
