A Mate for Hire

Three years later, the International Pack Security Summit was held at the Trilton Hotel in Manhattan, New York. Three years of training in Europe transformed me completely, and I rose to become the youngest S-class strategic advisor, commanding tactical and leadership skills far beyond the ordinary.Each strategy and decision was built through countless simulations. Today, I was set to attend the summit as a surprise guest. Before that, I would need to observe the wolf packs from North America.Under the alias Erin White, I wore a plain black suit and a pair of non-prescription glasses. I pulled my hair back into a low bun. With a standard attendee pass in hand, I picked a seat in a corner. The pre-summit cocktail party was in full swing as the hall was filled with chatter. “I heard that the S-class consultant will be demonstrating her zero-casualty tactics today,” a young werewolf exclaimed excitedly. “She’s Erin White.” His companion kept his voice down. “Apparently, he

A flicker of rage flashed past Lucas’ face. “Get up. Who do you think you are?” His voice was laced with the authority of an Alpha, a raw dominance that would force werewolves into submission. I flinched instinctively, but three years of mental conditioning enabled me to hold my ground. With time, I rose to my feet. “Do you know what your biggest mistake is?” Lucas approached me step by step. “You don’t know your place. “You’re just a pathetic Omega with low-born blood and nothing to show for. Yet, you think you are worthy of an Alpha.” Samantha added, “Talk about reaching way out of your league. No, actually… it’s even more ridiculous than that.”She turned to the crowd and said animatedly, “You have no idea how absurd she was. She would get up at five in the morning just to make breakfast for Alpha Lucas. “Oh, it gets better.” The excitement was apparent in her high-pitched voice. “She would stand outside Alpha Lucas’ office all day just for the chance to catch a glim

The notebook in the assistant’s hand slipped and fell to the floor with a loud clatter.“Ms. White! Oh, Moon Goddess. It is really you. “I’m sorry. I must apologize for not attending to you sooner.“W-What are you doing here? Why wasn’t I informed of your arrival?” The room fell silent. The crowd, who had been stirring earlier, went stiff. With a tremble of her arm, Laura dropped the velvet box, and out slipped the half-million-dollar necklace, glittering as if in cruel amusement.Laura’s iPhone fell out of her grasp and hit the ground with a crack. The screen shattered. Lucas looked as if his soul had left his body. As color drained from his face, his lips parted, but no words came out. Taking my time, I removed my glasses and undid the knot of my hair, my black tresses falling behind my back. Amid the looks of shock and disbelief, I rose to my feet, got up on stage, and faced the microphone with a smile. My eyes scanned the ashen but familiar faces. “Hello, everyon

The next day, Victoria showed up at the last gala of the summit. She went up on stage. “My fellow wolves, I’d like to share some wonderful news tonight.” I set my wine glass down for the drama that was to come. “My son, Lucas, and Ms. Laura Black will be holding their marking ceremony next month.” Amid the burst of applause, Laura cried tears of joy and jumped into an unsuspecting Lucas’ arms. “Mother?” Lucas furrowed his brows. “It’s been three years. It’s about time to make things official.” Victoria grinned. I stood up and raised my glass. “Congrats, Alpha Stone.” Every wolf turned to me. “But Luna, maybe we should clear up some old business before we celebrate.” Victoria grimaced. “What do you mean?” “For example, the ten million dollars from three years ago.” The room went silent. “Ten million dollars?” Lucas turned to his mother. “Here’s the contract.” I held up my phone and projected the document onto a screen. “Take a good look at this. The principal

Three months later came my mating ceremony with Alexander in Europe.The union between the youngest S-class strategic consultant and the president of the European Strategic Consultants Association was the talk of the werewolf world. “You’re beautiful.” Alexander straightened the hem of my mating dress. “Thank you.” I stared at myself in the mirror. All I saw was a white gown, a diamond tiara, and flawless makeup. Three years ago, I was just a lowly Omega cleaner. Today, I was the most distinguished mate in all of Europe. “Ava, if he attends—” Alexander uttered. “He won’t be here.” I cut him off. “How can you be certain?” “Yesterday, Victoria told me that he has…” I paused before saying, “Lost it.” It was true that Lucas, the once formidable Alpha, had lost his mind. Apparently, Lucas locked himself in a room after the gala, his howls tearing through the night. His wolf had gone feral, attacking any werewolf who got close to him. In the end, the Silver Moon Pack had t