The night was darker than ever before. Everyone in the pack was sleeping soundly whereas Kaylynn was excited as it was her eighteenth birthday. All these years her birthday went just like any normal day. But this year, there is something special about it. It's her eighteenth birthday. There is a high chance of finding her mate today. She sneaked out of her room as she heard the knocking at the window. She knows who it could be, Kade, her best friend since childhood. This window was her best passage to sneak out without being caught by anyone.
"Happy Birthday Kay!! Here is your gift…!!"
Kade gave her a velvety box, inside she found a beautiful bracelet.
"Aww thank you, Kade. I am just glad that you never forgets my birthday… "
Suddenly she heard the sound of cheering and the lights were on. And there she saw her family singing a birthday song for her. More precisely her Dad, Felix Grant.
"Happy Birthday Kaylynn…!! Did you thought, we could forget your eighteenth birthday…??" Dad came ahead and hugged her while giving her a gift. When she opened it, there was a brand new pistol along with silver bullets. Wow, Kay was so excited. Ever since Kay started practicing shooting, she wanted to have a pistol of her own. She is the best warrior they have and the future beta of the pack. Her Dad knows what could make her happy.
Then it was mom's turn,
"Happy Birthday Kaylynn… " she gave a formal hug and moved backwards. Hm… Kay was used to the odd and distant behaviour of her mom. Ever since she could remember, mom loved younger sister Ruby than Kaylynn. And always treated Kay like a free servant or a burden. Kay simply smiled at her mom. Then it was Ruby's turn.
"Happy Birthday Kaylynn…" she said with an evil smile then whispered,
"I bet you will meet your ugly mate tonight and get out of this pack with him soon… then I can become the next beta…" she smiled so sweetly outside that nobody could understand her evilness inside.
"Thank you, everyone…!! This was truly an amazing start to my birthday. Dad, I wish to go for a run now" Kay turned towards her Dad. She knows at this hour he won't permit it, but as today is her birthday, she was hoping to get some exceptions…!!
"Okay… But you will go along with Kade." He stated. Kay smiled and hugged him tight with happiness. The best feeling she felt was to go for a run in wolf form. Her wolf, Maya purred inside with happiness. Kay shifted only a few months ago. The first time, it hurt like hell. But as time went by, she found herself being more free and happy with the shifting… she wanted to enjoy the cold wind, while she ran like her paws hardly touched the ground. It gave her a sense of freedom and bonding with nature.
She is the best female warrior of the Blue Moon pack. But females were not allowed to practice with male warriors as they thought females could be weak at a young age. But after eighteen, they can. Kay smiled at the thought of defeating the mighty Kade. He is the future Gamma of the pack.
"Kay, finally you got a chance to enjoy the midnight forest…!!" Kade said while they were running towards the forest.
"Yep, I was so jealous of you guys in these cases. Come on, let's change and shift…"
They went behind different trees and removed their clothing and I was shifted very soon. Kay's wolf was not as big as Kade's. It was looking medium in size but Kay knows that its strength and speed was immense. There were some golden streaks on her tails which attracted most of them in their pack as nobody else had it, even her family.
They moved together deep into the forest, Maya took over completely and was celebrating her shift to the fullest. Maya was faster than Kade's wolf. They had an unsaid agreement about where to halt as Maya was way ahead of him. After reaching the shore, she stopped and waited for Kade. But that was the time, she felt that amazing scent of lemon and sandalwood that she stood up as she could feel someone is near to her. Maya wanted to go after the scent as it felt like euphoria. But that's when Kade reached there.
Maya knows they have to go back, otherwise, her Dad will come searching for her. They left the shore soon, but Maya was watching thoroughly of her surroundings while trying to get a whiff of the amazing scent.
The next day the future alpha, Gavin Hunter will be back after completing the course in business management along with the physical training. Even though they live as a pack, they live among humans. Their pack was doing a clothing business and they were very wealthy too. After the new alpha takes over the pack and business, Kay would be the beta along with the position to assist the alpha in the business. Kay was excited that on Gavin's 21st birthday, she will be taking over her dream position in the pack. And she was planning to convince Gavin to improve the facilities and training sessions of the female warriors at an early age so that they can be just as good as males in physical strength.
In the morning, Kay wore the dress she bought from her savings of doing a part-time job. She looked more beautiful in navy blue jeans along with a white shirt which halted right above her ass, it gives the perfect shape of her assets. Even though she is a little chubby, she was curvaceous. Her sister Ruby never forgets to taunt her about it as she was zero sizes. Kay was so used to their verbal abuse that it didn't affect her.
It was Kay and Kade's duty to pick up their future alpha. Kade drove his favourite car, which was meant to be used for the higher officials.
"Hey Kay, Do you think Gavin must have changed in these three years?? I mean, he was a greedy jerk with a cunning mind. Do you think he could be a good leader??" Kade asked me.
"Hmm… Not so sure, but there must be changes right. After all, we were all too young at that time. He must have changed…" Kay said with a sigh.
"I heard that he had never found his mate. But he should find it before taking over the position right, that's the rule…"
"Yepp, there are only a few days left. I hope he can find her soon. Then only we will get our positions as well."
"Right… Hmm… who could be that poor soul who is mated to Gavin!! God only knows…
I think your sister Ruby would be perfect for him because of the sinister characters they have."
Kay smacked Kade's head playfully with a laugh, and she also thought he was right. Girls throw them at Gavin by his looks and power, so it wasn't only his fault. They reached the airport sooner than they thought. And they were waiting outside. Inside Kay's mind, Maya was restless for some unknown reason...
Then Kay felt this aroma of freshly brewed coffee and butter that she felt her mouth watery… she looked all among the people and saw a muscular figure walking like a king. He was six feet long with broad shoulders and a perfect body, his dirty blond hair was kept neatly while his face had this manly arrogance that she swallowed hard.
Gavin Hunter!!...
As his eyes connected with hers, Maya was jumping in happiness while saying the most unexpected word, "MATE!!"
Kay saw his eyes widen as if reality struck him hard. She felt like he didn't like her. She was sad. But she covered it under a small smile. Soon her eyes fell into the beauty next to him, who was holding his hand like they were a 'couple'... Maya was getting frustrated inside as she couldn't get a hold of her possessiveness towards her mate, who was holding hands with another girl.
"Oh man, I think he found his mate… Wow, she is beautiful…" Kade commented by watching them and Kay gave him a death glare. He looked at her in confusion then thought that she was being formal with the future alpha to welcome him properly.
They reached them in no time, Kay kept a face with no emotions but plastered a smile on it.
"Welcome back Mr Gavin Hunter. I am honoured to welcome you on behalf of the Blue moon pack." Kay said formally.
Then the girl next to him said,
"Who is she?? And why your pack didn't send someone more important to receive us. She looks young and unimportant. Don't they know I am also coming…" that girl said with an ugly expression while eyeing Kay tip to toe. Kay could sense that her scent was different, there was a faint scent of something so strong… But she couldn't pinpoint it.
"Sorry baby, I told you that I kept you as a surprise for my family and pack. If they know your importance they would have sent at least the current beta of the pack. By the way, this is Kaylynn Grant, the future beta. And that is Kade Anderson, the future gamma. And guys, this is Amelia, your future LUNA…"
He said it so effortlessly that it made Kaylynn hurt the most. It was like he couldn't feel her as his mate at all. Even without a word of rejection, Kaylynn felt the pain of being rejected. Maya was so angry that she was ready to shift and jump on Amelia. But Kaylynn knew it wasn't worth it if her mate didn't want her. She swallowed the pain inside and cut the connection with Maya for some time otherwise she would drive her nuts.
As Kaylynn was about to invite them to get in the car, she heard the annoying voice of Amelia again.
"She is your beta?? Seriously Gavin. How can you think of a weak girl like her being a beta? It's a very important position…" Both Kay and Kade looked into each other's faces with an expression of 'what a bitch she is. But both of them keep quiet as they can't afford to say something against their future Luna.
Gavin's face showed that he wanted to say something but he smiled and said,
"We are both tired. Let's talk after a good rest…"
After Amelia degrades her as she is not fit for the position of the beta, Kaylynn is now bothered about her position too… Amelia came to her life only two minutes ago, but already had a claim on her mate and now even threatening her position… Kaylynn was screaming with frustration inside her head. But she smiled politely at them and welcomed them inside as their conversation never affected her. Instead of Kade, Kay took the key and preferred to drive as she wanted some distraction. But she never missed the feel of her mate looking at her often through the rearview mirror. And every time her heart skipped a beat.
"Who does she think she is?? Kay, I hate her already… how could we tolerate such a person as our Luna… Gavin must have gone crazy… Is she truly his mate??" Kade was mind linking Kay continuously as he was super frustrated. But Kay was in no mood for talks so she shut him out immediately for which Kade glared at her like 'what's wrong with you.
Kay was good with cars that they reached back to the pack soon. As they stepped out she heard Amelia say,
"Was she trying to kill us?? I can't believe she did that because I was just talking about her position…" she started accusing Kay again.
Now Kay confirmed that Amelia is just a drama queen who would like to eat others' heads.
But soon she heard Kade saying,
"She is one of the best we have when it comes to racing cars. Not only that, she is the best female warrior with a great sense of scent. I think Miss Amelia is not used to this speed, that's why she was so scared…" he said with ease but we could sense him mocking her inside indirectly.
"You..!!" She raised her voice at Kade and Kay felt the urge to stand up for her friend. But Gavin interfered and said Kade was simply joking. He managed to lighten the situation and took her to the mansion.
As they were having dinner with the Alpha and Luna, Kay excused from there, but Kade followed her.
"Ever since this morning, you look complicated. What's the matter, Kay??"
"Nothing… I will tell you later… I need some time alone please…"
As Kade could feel that something was disturbing my mind, He went away with understanding.
Kay went to the second floor which was meant for the beta's family. And directly went to her room even after hearing Ruby asking about Gavin.
'Gavin..!!
I know she had a crush on him and even dreams to be Luna…
But I never dreamed to be Luna, my only dream was to become the best Beta of this pack and serve the pack well. But I never expected Gavin to be my mate, not even in my wildest dreams.
Yes, he was a playboy back then. And I never get near him for the same reason. I know in the future, I will have to assist him. For a good relationship in the future, I kept him at bay at that time. Gavin was the most handsome one among the men in our pack. He dated almost every girl, but he never approached me. Maybe he never thought of me as beautiful… ' Kay thought and sighed.
That was the time Kay heard a knock at the window. Kay thought it must be Kade coming to check on her. But she could feel Maya again acting like purring inside… When she opened it, there she saw Gavin instead…!!
Her mate!!
Kay was shocked to see Gavin standing next to her window. Without losing the seriousness of his face, he said,"Hey, I would like to have a word with you alone..." He said and inside Maya was saying "yes!!" for it a thousand times as she was happy that her mate wanted to talk. But Kay was not that crazy, she knows that he had no plan on making her his mate.Kay stood there with questioning eyes."Why?? Is there anything we need to talk about??" She asked him as if she had no clue about why he was here.After hearing this, he chuckled mockingly. Kay saw his charming smile and Adam's apple was moving so gracefully that she felt so many unknown feelings inside her. And his proximity was not helping at all. "Move aside...!!" He said, but it felt like a command and Kay moved unknowingly. In the next second, he got in and closed the window."Kaylynn!! We both know what is in between us to talk about." He said while sitting on my sofa. 'My name from his mouth felt so good to hear...Kaylynn
Kaylynn's POV :I freshened up and I was heading towards the kitchen. That's when I got the message from Dad about a meeting. I was in my shorts and tank top. As there might be Alpha and Luna, I changed my clothing to more appropriate ones. After all, I am going to be the future Beta, so I should behave responsibly.Before I could step into the meeting room, I took a sneak peek and found Kade was missing. I haven't seen him since the morning incident. Maybe I should call him. Then, I heard someone from behind, "Are you looking for your friend??" As I heard his voice, my heart beat fastened.Kay didn't need to turn around to say who it was."Yup, where is he??" Gavin gave an amused smile and said," He had a busy day. He has gone to the company to audit the past year files...""How could he manage that work?? I mean he doesn't know much about auditing. That too, past years files!! Does it really matter??" Kay asked in confusion.Even though Gavin kept a clear face, she could notice
Gavin's POV :Gavin's mind was going crazy since he found that Kaylynn was his destined mate.Kaylynn!!His only crush from childhood. She was a rare beauty with brains and strength. He always found her with Kade, whom he knows as her best friend. Gavin had dated many girls in their pack and other packs too, but it was all nothing. Every girl was after him, except Kaylynn. It was like she didn't have the eye to see his charm... And Gavin wasn't a person who will go after any girl, girls follow him.Gavin knows that she is a tough cookie, unlike the other girls who could be pleased with expensive gifts. As she is the Beta's daughter, she was off-limits too. She never looked at my side and her only dream was to become the beta of the pack. As I went for my higher studies and training, I thought I will get over her. But often her face crossed my mind. It wasn't like I was in love with her. But there was something I felt with her. We are the strongest pack in Europe after the King's army.
After taking a nap, I heard Ruby knocking at my door along with shouting to open the door. Hm... Kay knows that she is up to something to make her mood worse.When Kay opened the door, she saw a furious Ruby."What's the matter, Ruby? Were you trying to break my door??""Kaylynn, Are you out of your mind??" She was annoyed."Ruby, tell me what have I done now to irk you??" Kay asked as she knew Ruby would have found something to fight."Whom do you think you are to say that the girls under the age of eighteen also should participate in night patrolling. Not only that, girls from the age of ten are also needed to attend the compulsory training from tomorrow onwards..."So that's her problem. Unlike Kay, Ruby hated training and hard-working jobs. She was all into beauty-related things as she wanted to become a model in future. Since childhood, Kay was a hardworking child whereas Ruby didn't need to do anything. Their mother treated these two daughters differently. Now, as it came out, as
"Oh, Shit" Kay cursed and ran back to where Gavin was. He must be off guard due to their emotional drama. The more she thought about it, the more scared she became. Her paws hardly touched the ground as she was running like the wind. As she was nearing, she heard the sound of an attack. Fuvk, they started launching on him. There were almost eight wolves. A strong alpha like him could take up to four or five at a time. But these bastards were fighting against him at once when he was struggling. For a second, Gavin's wolf looked at mine and he was pleading for me to go away... But she wasn't a coward.She jumped on them with her full force and three of them fell sideways. She hasn't had any experience fighting with a male wolf, which is bigger than a she-wolf. Kade has taught her many tricks by which using tricks we can take down the male wolf effortlessly. As three of them were out of his hold, he started to fight back effectively. By that time one of the three jumped into Kay underest
Gavin's POV :When going in the woods following her scent, Gavin never expected to see her going near the lakeside alone at this hour. It was too dangerous. I thought to follow her without being noticed, but I guess she got a great sense of smell when she turned around, doubting that she was being followed. My wolf ran towards her as I wanted to scare this badass girl a little, but that move was so wrong that my wolf Jazz was gaining power on my head. I know he wanted to take over and claim her. That was the moment I saw her shift back into human form. That scene stopped my wolf and me too in surprise. She was standing there like a goddess without any clothing. The moonlight made her skin glow and her hair flowed with the breeze. She looked so mesmerising...!!As she ran behind the woods, I came out of the trance of her beauty. She shouted for me to shift back. Normally Jazz would growl with his alpha power, but with her, he was behaving so well. I shifted back and wore the trousers. S
Kaylynn's POV :Even though Gavin promised that he won't make me bored, he didn't keep it. I mean there wasn't even a contact after he visited me at the infirmary. I was bored as heck, then I heard the knock on my window. I was excited, but later I found the scent as Kade. At least my friend has got concerns about me."The window is not locked" I shrieked out from the bed. Then Kade burst opens it. "Kay, have you had dinner?? I brought your favourite fried chicken for you along with beer." He said with a smirk.This was kind of our night hangout. Craving foods, chilled beer along with some horror or sci-fi movies and long stupid talks were our thing. And he didn't disappoint me in the crucial situation too."Kade, what do I have to do without you?? " I said from the bed. He jumped inside and placed everything in my bed and even arranged my laptop to watch the N*****x latest series.He gave me such good company that I got over the thoughts about Gavin, or so I thought. But when the mov
Kaylynn's POV : After the session which lasted for almost three hours, I went back to my room and freshened up. Kade had promised to join breakfast. I wore a baggy shirt and shorts and went out soon. As I reached the mess, I noticed that Kade was nowhere to be seen. Then I heard the giggling and gossiping from behind. To my surprise, the two devils were together enjoying the time. Amelia and my beloved sister Ruby. 'So, the drama begins…!!' Maya groaned inside my head. They noticed me and their conversation got louder. "Ruby, you are so innocent and sweet unlike somebody else. I am really impressed with you…." Amelia's extra sweet voice was heard. 'Ruby…!! Sweet…?? Haha, she is very funny…' Maya murmured. I inwardly laughed at her comment. "Thank you, my Luna. I feel the same about you. We are so lucky that you're going to be our future luna. I never expected you to be such a cool and down to earth person. After all, you belong to the royal lycan family. And thank God, you're h