Chapter four

Chapter 4

Ava's POV

Time flies quickly when you are expecting something dangerous to come your way. And it turned out that today is my wedding.

"Princess, it is time for your make-up," Two maids bowed their heads before me and Instantly recognized who they were.

I didn't say much and followed them letting the beautiful blue gown I wore drag on the marble floor.

"We will make you a more beautiful princess," They bathe me with flattery words but I know that they only do this for survival.

The power struggle and hierarchy can make someone commit the unthinkable and at the same time make you wish you were dead.

They don't want to get punished for their past actions. I have suffered enough from them and I think the change of titles shocked them greatly, just like it did to me.

"All done," The shorter one sighed in relief and quickly placed the makeup on the table. I stared at the beautiful lady in the mirror who was also staring at me.

'Is this me?' My eyes widened in complete amazement as I stared at the beauty in the mirror.

I do not know the type of makeup they applied to my face, but I loved it.

A sad smile appeared on my face as I thought more about the life I had lived in place of someone.

"It's time to dress your hair," The taller one's voice brought me back to reality.

I nodded and let her have her way. She took out a brown box and placed it before me. It has various beautiful patterns on it with golden luster in it.

"The queen asked us to use this for you. She said it's very special," The taller one said as she gently opened the box.

"What's in there?" I asked curiously as all the royal rules were still foreign to me.

"It's the royal family heirloom and the previous bride's earrings and hairpins," She replied.

"Wow," I muttered, then looked down at my nails. My hands curled into a small fist as I waited for them to do their job as they should.

" I am not willing but there's nothing I can do about the situation. I have to get married to him even though my heart doesn't accept it and at the same time, I don't have the heart to put people in danger. Everyone is counting on me and I don't have the heart to let them down," She grabbed her hands tightly

But, they have my parents. It wouldn't hurt or bring an eyesore if I escaped.

I thought deeply about it, failing to notice the transformations in the background.

What should I do?

" I need someone to talk with. Someone who knows me very well and understands me, and there's only one person who can be this considerate. Grandmother, I have to see her," I clenched my hands tightly.

If I can't escape from the pack then I should see the lovely old woman for the last time even though I don't know if she would accept me or not.

"Everything is complete, ma'am. You just have to wait for the bell to ring and then we can move to the palace," The taller one said to me.

I nodded then stood up. I noticed the beautiful heirloom giving off a majestic aura.

I was mesmerized by it for a short time then looked away.

"I have somewhere to go. I'll be back in a few minutes," I told them and proceeded to leave the place.

"The sound of the towel bell will ring if you are not here before that time. I am afraid we will get killed and that's not what we want," The shorter one said, panicking.

" What are your names?" I asked.

"I am Avi," The short one said.

"Aria," The tall one replied.

" I'll return before you know it," I said, then walked out before they could stop me.

I shut the door and then proceeded to walk out of the place. I need to see her quickly.

I rushed down the quiet hallway and soon arrived at an exit where the noise was usually through.

"I hope I don't get caught by someone," I looked around and quickly opened the door. I gently walked through the door making sure to look at the other side I came from.

"Phew!" I heaved a sigh of relief and turned to leave when I accidentally bumped into someone and stepped on my heels causing me to lose balance.

I saw the sky going down and knew at that moment that I'd ruin my wedding dress!

But! A strong force pulled me forward and the next thing I felt was a warm surface and a beating heart.

I slowly raised my head and saw the most beautiful eyes.

Our eyes locked eyes and I felt an instant connection and a fast-beating heart in his presence.

We were momentarily captivated by each other's presence, lost in the intensity of the moment.

"Is it what I think it is?"

"M-Mate?" The words sounded in my ears like tides. I didn't care to know which among us said it as I was completely engrossed in the moment.

"Is he my second chance mate?" I thought in my head but then I felt a soft warm hand cup my cheek.

"You are beautiful. I never expected to encounter my mate here," his eyes turned into a slit and that was when I noticed the smile on his face. I felt my heart racing fast and I was afraid that my chest was going to explode.

'Accept me. Why are you hesitating?' I stared into his eyes hoping that he would seal his words.

But the serenity of the moment is interrupted by Ethan's voice filled with possessiveness and anger.

"What do you think you are doing?" His voice jolted me back to reality and the next thing I felt was a strong pull and I was in the arms of someone else.

"And you are?" The stranger asked, causing me to look up at him. I turned towards Ethan and pulled away from him, standing alone.

I decided to ignore the look in his eyes knowing fully well that it was rage in them.

"You touched my mate and still dares ask me who I am? You got some balls in you," He coldly replied.

"Oh? I never thought of that. It seems you didn't check well," The stranger replied, his voice filled with sarcasm and mockery.

"Pardon me, let me introduce myself properly. My name is Adrian Mackenzie, Alpha of the Blood Moon pack. I was invited by the family to the princess's wedding. I never expected to meet an interesting one," He smirked evilly.

Ethan's response was immediate, an assertive step forward that communicated his dominance.

His very stance radiated authority, his words a declaration of his position. "And amidst that invitation, you felt justified in laying your hands upon my chosen mate?"

The tension in the air was visible, tangible electricity that hung like a charged storm.

The clash of wills and the unspoken struggle for dominance played out in the space between them.

Two powerful figures, each holding their ground, confronted each other with an intensity that echoed beyond words.

The accusation in Ethan's words hung heavy in the air, a declaration of ownership that sent a shiver down my spine.

The possessiveness in his tone was a stark reminder of the reality I was trapped in, a reality where I was a pawn in a game of power and tradition.

Alpha Adrian's gaze didn't waver, his voice even as he responded. "I bumped into her by accident, Ethan. There was no intention."

The tension between them crackled, I stood there, caught between the clash of dominant alphas, the intensity of their presence a stark contrast to the fleeting moment of connection I had shared with Adrian.