My presence

Camilla pov

A smile paints my face,a giggle slipping past my lips as I envision that moment I'll watch Hector's face pale.

“ I smell something evil hatching in your brain, Camilla.” Gina comments and I just smile,not spilling a word.

“ What’s your plan?” She insists and I shrug.

“ I don't have a plan but I'll try to have as much fun as possible.” I reply and watch her eyebrows knit together, probably in confusion.

“ I don't understand. What's so fun about watching your mate parade that two faced bitch around the pack like he has been doing?” Gina asks. I can smell frustration from her tone.

Two weeks ago, Hector,my mate, suggested an open relationship.

At first,I thought he was pulling my legs and that's why I walked away. The following day however,I was slapped hard in the face by the truth. The truth that Hector was serious about sleeping around with any female he desired.

As long as there was a hole he could shove his dick,he didn't hesitate.

He did it openly without feeling ashamed of himself or even remorseful. He betrayed our sacred mating bond.I cried and cursed him until I didn't any more. I finally decided to start a new phase of my life. A phase that will be unravelled tonight.

“ What do you want me to do? Cry myself to sleep like I have been doing?” I ask and a sigh leaves Gina's lips.

Gina is my best friend and also my brother's Goddess–blessed mate. The two of them started dating long before they realized that they were fated mates.

There's a time I admired their relationship,I still do. I prayed to have a loving and loyal mate like Alex is to Gina. But,the moon Goddess seemed to have a different plan for me.

“ Crying won't change shit.” Gina replies.

“ I don't know what you plan to do, Pilar but you can always count on me. No man,Alpha or not should play with their mate's feelings.

If you want to kick that bastard's ass,you just need to say the word and I'll tie him up for you.”

I laugh at Gina's words. She used to respect Hector as the next Alpha of this pack but after I told her what he proposed, she started hating his guts.

“ You know how protective your mate is,he won't allow you to mess with Hector” I remind her and she rolls her eyes.

“ He will have to choose between me or his future Alpha. Or we can just kick their asses.” Gina declares with a grin and I can't help but burst out laughing.

The image of Gina and I kicking both our mates’ asses looks so interesting.

Alex might be the beta of this pack but Gina is his fated mate,his heart. He can act tough and all mighty but before her,he is no different to a child.

I wipe my tears from laughing too much and take Gina's hand.

“ I know I can't always count on you and for that,I am grateful.” I say,releasing her hand and turning to face the dressing mirror.

“ Don't worry about me though,I don't need to kick anyone's ass. I'll be fine.”

Gina gives me a suspicious look but sighs in defeat.

“ If you say so.” She relents.

“ Now, let's get going. The party is about to start if it hasn't started already.” She announces and I nod. I take one final look at myself and smile in satisfaction.

Everything is perfect. I just need to follow the plan and everything will turn out as anticipated.

We head to the pack's ballroom where the Alpha's party is being held. Two weeks ago,I had pictured how Hector and I would make our appearance hand in hand. Now,I can only take a deep breath,put a smile on my face and hope I get the attention of that one person intended tonight.

“ Relax sweetheart. You were made specifically for spotlights. Wait and see how everyone will be awed by your appearance.” Gina murmurs, squeezing my hand. She has always had that trust in me I didn't have in myself.

I smile at her.

When we step foot at the ballroom,the murmurs die down and slowly,all the eyes turn to face us. I almost trip on my dress but manage to stabilize my footing in the last minute.

“ Told you. Just look at those gazes filled with every sinful emotion, even the negative. That's you, Camilla. You don't need to try so hard to impress.” Gina whispers. I am about to retort when silent footsteps echo and my eyes capture Alex walking to us with a big smile.

“ Seems like you won't keep me company for long.” I tease Gina and she giggles.

“ You didn't need my company from the start.” She answers and I hide my smile.

Alex walks straight into Gina's arms. I watch as they embrace each other like years have passed without seeing each other.

I wonder how the two manage to stay glued to each other, never getting tired even after all these years.

“ Respect and mutual understanding keeps us close.” That's what Gina told me when I asked that question.

“ I'd mistake you as the host of today's party, sister. You look the part.” Alex comments and I just smile.

“ I plan to steal the spotlight.” I whisper mysteriously.

“ Have fun guys. I am not staying behind and turning myself into a third wheel.” I announce before strutting away.

The party is in full swing and it's no doubt, Alpha Theo lives up to his reputation.

The room is filled with Alphas, betas and important figures in our wolfen community. Every big shot is present. Ladies are dressed to impress.

I move about, mingling in the crowd as my eyes search him; my prey.

I activate my hunter instincts as I scan through the room.

“ Looking for me?” A familiar voice whispers behind me. I whip my head around and come face to face with him –Hector.

He has a smug look on his face and when his eyes settle on my slightly exposed cleavage, they darken.

“ Do you know how sexy you look in that dress? Just the way I like my women." Hector purrs and wraps his hands around my waist, pulling me to himself.

I fight the urge to push him away. His touch which used to ignite an unquenchable fire insíde me disgusts me now.

All I have in mind are imaginary scenes of him playing house with Isabella and the other whores he fucks.

“ I love that you like it. But,I'd rather hear that from someone else tonight.” I reply, smiling at him. I watch as his eyes narrow dangerously at me before he schools his expressions.

“ Funny one. What do you think about coming to my room tonight? We can have fun. I miss you.” Hector murmurs into my ear,inhaling my scent. His wolf purrs in delight.

From the peripheral view of my eye,I see him. My eyes shine with excitement.

I push Hector away gently, flashing him a seductive smile.

“ I'd love that. But in the meantime,I need to be somewhere else.” I announce and turn around to walk away.

“ Have fun.” I remind him before strutting away.

Five steps and I am standing behind him,ready to make my presence known.

“ Are you free tonight? We can have some fun.” A blonde haired lady suggests, a seductive smile painting her lips.

Before he can say anything, “I'm sorry. He is taken for the night.”