Chapter 7: Two notes, two dresses, two choices

Liam's POV

"I did not expect such a request from you, your highness", Rhonda greeted, as I stepped into her shop. Which was a double suite on the first floor of the castle. 

"Me either", I smirked. "So, who's the special lady?", she pried, showing me the selection that she set out for me. I walked to the rack and looked through the many different colors she set out. "I'd prefer not to say just yet", I uttered, laying my hands on an emerald green dress. 

"Pack this one up for me, please. Match it with shoes too", I said, handing Rhonda the dress. I pulled a blank stock card from the pile on the counter and scribbled out a quick note. 

'For you, princess. You deserve a dress as beautiful as you'

I placed it on top of her dress, and gently laid the wrapping paper over it before closing the gift box. "I can't wait to meet her", Rhonda smiled. I smirked as I walked away. 

I can't wait to see her in this dress. I headed up to her room. I tapped on the door, and listened for any movement beyond it. Once I was sure she wasn't in her room, I opened the door and stepped in the room. 

On the bed was a pink dress, with mint green ruffles. I flinched at how hideous it was. I set the box on her bed and picked up the note that sat on the pink and green dress. 

'Since you are supposed to attend this evening, wear this. Honor our pack. T'

'Burn it', Zeus growled. I tossed the note back onto the dress. 'No. Let her chose. She has to have some willpower', I told him, as I left the room. 

I went back to my own room to pull a suit for this evening.  

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Guests from the city had already begun to arrive when I made my way downstairs. Every man dressed in a suit and tie, and every woman in a ball gown. My parents sure love throwing a good ball. 

I grabbed a glass of champagne from a passing server, finishing it in one swig. I caught sight of Trent talking with another contestant. 

'Be ready. We are about to come down', Ellie interrupted the murderous thoughts that were forming. I made my way to the staircase to wait. "What are you waiting on?", Sam's voice came up beside me. My future Beta, and best friend. 

"For you to mind your business", I growled. "Oh, come on, you know that's physically impossible for me to do", he laughed. I elbowed him, making him follow my line of sight to his mate, walking down the steps towards us. 

My eyes were on the goddess behind her. 'She chose our dress', Zeus said proudly. 'I knew she would', I uttered. 

A beautiful flush crept up her chest and neck, making it's way over her cheeks, when her eyes landed on mine. 'Mine', Zeus flashed control for a moment. She never once faltered in her steps as she decended the steps towards me. 

"Prince Liam", she whispered, bowing slightly. "You look stunning, Aurora", I said, in awe. "May I?", I asked, holding my elbow out to her. She hesitated, like she was asking herself if it was a good idea. 

Aurora's POV

I took a breath to steady myself and slipped my hand into his arm. A breathtaking smile spread across his lips. "Thank you", I grinned, squeezing his arm. "For what, princess?", he inquired. "For making me feel like one", I whispered. 

"You should always feel like a princess", he uttered, leading me to the ball room. My nerves were unsettled at how Trent might respond to me not chosing his dress. Or how they might all react to me being on the Prince's arm. 

"You're okay, princess. I'm right here", Liam's smooth voice broke through my thoughts.