Chapter 5 - Anya

Tonight is the night that I have been waiting for. But instead of being excited, I am more nervous, scared, and stressed. 

News has spread all over Purple Hill about my Chosen Mate. 

After discussing our contract, which I feel so guilty about because it clearly shows how it benefits me more than him. Still, DK insisted that we push through since he was really concerned with how my wolf is going to act the next time that she shows up. And seeing what my wolf did the last time I have no choice but to follow DK. 

But that’s not what makes me nervous or scared or stressed. What stresses me out was when DK and I told our parents, and close family that he is my Chosen Mate. I know that it would be easier said than done especially since my parents knew what Mikey means to me. 

I was able to escape the questioning because the doctor came and told them that I should get some sleep. But then of course, just like any rumors, what I told those that are close to me had spread like wildfire that it even reached my best friend Chloe who was so angry at me because she didn’t hear it from me. 

“What is troubling my cupcake,” DK asked as he surprises me with the sound of his voice. 

“Didn’t your father teach you that it’s rude to enter someone’s room without knocking first?” I asked irritably. 

“I did,” DK said with a smile, “I knocked three times to be precise but there was no reply and I got worried so I opened the door to check if you were okay, which by the way doesn’t seem that way.” 

I sigh.

I know that DK was doing me a favor but here I am questioning everything that he does even though we already have agreed that we will be contracted mates. 

“I’m sorry,” I said, “My mind is all over the place.” 

“I know,” DK replied as he leaned on the dresser in front of me, “By the way, were you able to get the name of your wolf when you shifted last night?”

“I actually don’t know what was happening last night,” I said as I try to recall the events of what had happened. “I just felt someone pulled me back. Like I was in the backseat of the car watching from behind a driver I couldn’t see.” 

“That’s your wolf,” DK confirmed, “Do you remember anything else?” He asked. 

“She was blaming me,” I replied sadly, “My wolf blamed me that Mikey left us. That it was all my fault.”

DK stood there looking at me silently. I thought I saw sadness in his eyes but I can’t confirm since it was gone after I blinked my eyes. 

“Okay,” DK said finally as he bent on one knee so he was looking at me straight in the eyes. “If you want this to work. I need you to do your part. No one will believe us that you chose me as your Chosen Mate unless you yourself believe that. I know you are going through a lot of things all at the same time. But I need you to trust me. Mikey will show up. That I guarantee, but what we want is more than that. What we want is to make him realize what he had lost, make him feel the pain that you felt, and most importantly, we want to make him want you like his life depends on it.” 

“That even if he says that he wants me back…” I said, trailing off, unable to say the words.

“You will reject him.”

I know that DK has an elaborate plan, but a part of me is scared that I would lose Mikey because of this. 

“You have to trust me,” DK says as he made me look into his ocean-blue eyes. 

I took a deep breath and release it loudly as I try to calm my nerves before saying, “I trust you,” to DK. 

“Okay, perfect!” DK said smiling as he stood up and walked towards the table beside my door and retrieve three paper bags.

“Then wear this,” he said as he handed them to me, “But I am already dressed,” I complained as I look at my reflection in the mirror in front of me. 

“I know, but the clothes that you’re wearing cupcake, is not the type of clothes that you wear to win a war. And you know what’s the important thing about wars?” 

Sometimes DK and his metaphors bring me headaches, but after his explanation, I have to admit that it does make sense. 

“What?” I asked him.

“Winning!” DK said smiling triumphantly. 

I smiled. I was so lucky to have DK. 

“Okay,” I said in defeat, “Will you go now? I need to change into the clothes you brought me.” 

A broad infectious smile appeared on his face. 

“I will wait for you outside,” DK said before getting out of the door only to pop his head inside once again, “Remember, the moment you set foot outside of this door, you are my Mate, and I am the only Mate for you. You Are Mine as long as the contract stands.” 

The way he said, You Are Mine, send chills down my spine but I shrugged it off. I don’t want to think of anything else but to tame my wolf and get Mikey back. And in order to do that, I need to show everyone, especially Mikey, that I am irreplaceable.

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The clothes that DK brought me weren’t usually my style. But I have to admit that I definitely stood out of the crowd because of it. 

It was a simple light blue Grecian cut dress with a low neckline and wide golden belt that was placed under my breast (which lifts my breast in a sexy way) that matches the golden shoulder beads that held a see-through trail that has golden embroidery on it that sparkles every time I walk making everyone that I pass by turn to look at me.

I was surprised at how DK knew my size, from my dress to my shoes, not to mention the pendant on the necklace that he added which complimented my hazel eyes. 

My mom’s eyes grew big just like how my dad’s hazel eyes look like the moment that they saw me. They were standing by the makeshift stage talking with DK and his dad. 

“Wow!” My father said as I reached them. 

“Where did you get this dress?” My mom asked in amazement, “You look fabulous!” She said smiling. 

“DK gave it to me,” I said smiling at him. 

“We have a few minutes left before we start, I want to get some alone time with my daughter, I hope you don’t mind,” my father said politely. 

I stole a look at DK who was looking at me. We both know what my father really wanted to do and we have practiced for this moment several times. 

DK and his father both excused themselves leaving me alone with my parents. 

“Little Wolf, we don’t have enough time but I want to know what the hell is happening,” both my parents looked at me with their eyes filled with concern. 

“Things had been rocky for Mikey and me for a long time,” I admitted, I know that it will affect how they think of Mikey but to make our story believable, I need to tell some truth about what’s going on, “I just didn’t want to worry both of you that’s why I never told you guys. I guess, there are some things that aren’t just meant to be.”

“And DK?” My father asks, “You just met him yesterday. How sure can you be?” He asks.

“How sure are you with Mom when you met her again?” Just like how DK taught me. Answer a question with a question that’s related to them that has the same scenario. 

“We are just worried that you are going into this too fast, my dear,” my Mom explains as she tries to calm the situation. 

“I know what I’m doing,” I replied seriously as I look into their eyes, “can’t you just trust me?” I asked. 

“We are just worried that you will be hurt once more and not also you, but also DK,” my father confessed. 

“We are old enough to handle ourselves,” I replied.

Both my parents looked at me and somehow I feel guilty about not telling them everything but for this to work. I need to do things I am not happy about. 

My father sighs and I know that he admits defeat. 

“You know you can talk to us about anything, right?” He asked and I smiled at him as I nodded. 

We hear the MC of my party trying out his mic before greeting our guests and thanking them for coming when my father called DK so that we can formally announce and let everyone know that we decided to be Chosen Mates. 

As our parents left us alone, I can’t help but feel nervous.

But calmed down the moment that I felt DK squeeze my hand as he tries to reassure me. 

I look at him and asked, “What if Mikey doesn’t show up?” 

“He will,” DK replied, giving me his arrogant smile, “The real question is, will you be able to reject him when he’s standing in front of you?” I stare at DK, unable to say anything until it was already too late because the MC called us to get up on stage. 

DK turned and looked at me as he held my hands tighter. 

“It’s showtime,” he said happily. 

I closed my eyes as I collect myself and put my game face on. DK assisted me until I was on stage as he stayed behind. 

Everyone rose from their seats and clapped their hands to greet me. As the greetings died I smiled at everyone.

“Thank you for taking the time to attend my birthday. As you all know, aside from my birthday, there is another thing that I wanted to celebrate and that is my Chosen Mate,” I pause still smiling. I know you’re all curious as to how I can keep smiling despite the fact that my heart was just broken into pieces. 

As I was about to say the name of my Chosen Mate, I was thinking of all the best memories I have of Mikey. That’s how I was able to smile naturally. It was not easy at first, but DK helped me until I got it right. 

“Without further adieu, I want everyone to meet my Chosen Mate, Dean Kieth, better known as DK. The future Alpha of Silver Mountain pack,” I announced and everyone stood and clap their hands as DK walks handsomely towards me. 

My parents and DK’s dad approached the stage to bless us with being Chosen Mates. This will also unite the Silver Mountain pack with Purple Hill. 

“He’s not here,” I said under my breath, loud enough for DK to hear. 

“He is,” he said as he looks at me. He raised my hand to his lips and place a light kiss on the back of my hand that excited everyone, “Trust me,” he added with a wink.

“We have known both of you and we just wish for your happiness,” my mother said. 

“Your mother may be gone but I know that she smiling down on you, my son. Don’t forget everything that we have taught you about how to love and take care of your Mate, Fated or not,” DK’s father said. 

“Little Wolf,” my father called me, “Just do what makes you happy.”

I felt my eyes tearing up upon hearing their messages and DK stood quietly beside me holding me close to him. 

“This is a celebration,” my Father said laughing as he tries to lighten up the mood, “With that being said, let’s raise our glasses as we congratulate the future Alpha and Luna of both Purple Hill and Silver Mountain pack.”

Everyone cheered and DK gently turned me so that I am facing him. He places his fingers under my chin as he gently lifted my face to kiss my lips. I closed my eyes, as I mentally prepare for what was about to come. When a voice I know so well shouted, silencing the crowd. 

“I object,” Mikey shouted as he rushed towards the center aisle in front of the stage. 

“If there is someone who’s supposed to claim Anya, it should be me.”