Moon Festival

Cassian's POV

“Stop pacing around, dude,” Ryder gave me a pointed look that said he was annoyed as fuck. “People are looking at you,”

“I can't help it,” I clenched my jaws and picked up a glass of wine from the passing waiter, sipping it as I looked around to find a trace of my mate. My wolf was on the surface, feeling too anxious. “What if she doesn't come?” I voiced my concern, causing my beta to roll his eyes. “What if she doesn't wear the jacket? Would that be a rejection?” I chewed on my lips, my palms starting to feel sweaty despite the cold weather when I rubbed it on the back of my neck.

I could hear the heavy sigh Ryder released before he stood up to come near my restless frame. “First of all, she will come. She's the Luna of this pack, Cass. She knows it's her duty to be here. Ivy is not someone who disrespects customs.” He said sternly. “Secondly, you need to put off your negative thoughts, man. She will wear it and even if she doesn't, it doesn't mean she rejected you. May