Lahat ng Kabanata ng Secrets of the Luna: Kabanata 11 - Kabanata 20

“I don’t think that’s it. Our mother died, and he watched my father.... Well, you know.” She was silent for a while. “I think he is afraid to love anyone.”“I guess he has till I get back on the plane.” I sighed. “I know I have no right to ask, but can you meet him halfway? Maybe try to get to know him? I know the bond is strong and if he gets to know you, he won’t be able to resist.” “Or I just end up heartbroken instead of just rejected.” I concluded. “I’m sorry. I just know how stubborn my brother is.” Callie sighed. “Please don’t tell the group. I’m surprised he even told Damon.” “I won’t. I only figured it out after how they were acting. Ethan watches you. He never watches girls.” “Lucky me.” I looked up at the sky. There were only a few clouds, but this was already my happy place. “Grace...” “Listen, I can’t promise anything, but I’ll try to not ignore him either.” That was the best I could offer. Callie squealed like I told her she had an unlimited shopping trip. Hugg

“She does...” Damon held my hand lightly as we weaved around the tables until we got to ours. He sat by Callie, and the only open seat was on Ethan’s right side, next to Natalia. Callie and Damon were across from us. Everyone was quiet, so I started the conversation. “So, what’s good here?” “Try the seafood. It’s really good.” Travis said. “The steaks are mouthwatering.” Kyle said. “Grace, they have a crab pasta.” Stella said. “Do you like crab?” Callie asked. “It’s my favorite food.” I gave her a little smile. “I bet you are getting the shrimp and Grits, Stella?” “You would be correct!” “Good afternoon! My name is Matt. Can I get everyone started with a drink?” “Can I get a glass of whatever red you have?” Callie asked. “Sure, and you, sir?” “Crown and coke,” Damon said. “Cranberry and vodka.” Stella said. “Crown and coke,” Travis said. “Same.” Kyle said. “I’ll take a red too.” Natalia said next. “Jack and Dr. Pepper.” I ordered. “Crown on the rocks,” Ethan said. He

“Bust it!” Callie yelled as she drug me out there. Stella and Natalia were already shaking it. Lollipop by Lil Wayne was on, giving me a good beat to join in.“Damn girl!” Natalia tried to mimic me. “There you go!” She was starting to get the hang of allowing your ass to twerk. Some guy came up behind Stella. I watched her look back and nod in approval before turning around and slipping into the crowd. “I need another drink!” Natalia yelled. We nodded as she walked off. Callie took my hand and turned me around so I was grinding on her. I was bent over, so when I came up and saw Ethan’s eyes drilling into me, I was a little taken aback. Damon wrapped Callie up and slipped into the crowd as the song changed to Motivation by Kelly Rowland. Ethan slipped his around me, pulling me tight against him. His leg went between mind as I grinded my hips against him. I could feel his breath against my ear. Slipping my arms around his neck, we got lost in our own world. Just the feel of our bodie

“She is good.” I said back. She needed as she took a sip. Ethan had come back to the table by the time we arrived. Damon and Ethan were in a quiet conversation when we set the glasses down. They stopped talking, but Ethan moved the stool over for me. However, he put his leg up with his hand on my lower back.“What are you boys talking about?” Callie asked.“They came and got the rogues.” Damon said with a shrug. “That was fast.” She replied. Ethan just shrugged. I watched Damon look at Callie before smiling and glancing at me. I had a feeling she just told him about our bet. “What’s the plan for tomorrow?” Damon asked out loud, but it felt like it was directed towards Ethan. “Alpha James will be here around 8am. Rif will be with him. We have a meeting and then nothing. They will be staying the night so I assumed they want a beach day or at least Rif will want to get out for a while,” Ethan said.“Is it just them coming?” I asked.“His beta might come. What’s his name, Alex?” Ethan

“Oh, really?” My face lit up.“Yup, Vincent told me you would be here today, and we missed your last few birthdays, so this is to make up for those.” He pulled out a small box. My mouth dropped open as I looked at it. My hands shook as they opened it. James has never been stingy on his birthday presents. The most beautiful tear dropped sapphire on a silver, dainty chain stared up at me. “This is....”“One of a kind.” Rif said as he dropped his arm around me. “I picked it out and designed it myself.”“Thank you! I love it!” My eyes filled with water from my gratitude. Turning, I gave him another hug.“Ha! Told you, dad she would cry. You owe me $20.”“You bet on me!” I faked being angry as I playfully slapped him. “Here, I’ll help you put it on.” Rip took it and got it out of the box. Turning around, Rif put the necklace around my neck before hooking it. It sat perfectly right under my collar bones. “Really brings out your eyes,” Alpha James said. “Thank you so much. I absolutely l