Chapter 101 - CLARA

I sat on Damon’s mother’s bed, smiling down at her. She had woken up a short time ago, and to say the Alpha King was happy was an understatement. He refused to leave his mate’s side, constantly peering down at her, even while I administered her medicine.

“Thank you, dear. I feel so much better already,” she murmured, and I smiled.

“Well, Damon made this medicine with me. He was worried about you,” I said softly. Her smile widened, revealing her happiness.

“I can’t thank you enough. Because of you, Damon’s attitude toward us isn’t as bad as it used to be,” she murmured. I smiled again.

“Your son always cared about you both. He just has a hard time showing it. Today’s medicine wasn’t harsh, but tomorrow’s will be. It’s bitter,” I said, and she grimaced, making me giggle.

I stood up, and the Alpha King escorted me from the room.

“Thank you for helping my wife and my son. I know deep down you hate me, but I’m not that bad. My son needs a firm hand, but despite that, he still does as he pleases. He may be my son, but I’m the Alpha King, and I can’t be partial to him. He’ll take my place one day, and I want him to be a better Alpha King than I was,” he said. I paused, then turned to him.

“I’ll admit, you’re not my favorite person, but I understand why you do what you do. I’m married to Damon, and even I want to throw him into the Abyss sometimes!” I joked, and he chuckled.

“You’re the perfect woman for Damon. You’ll be a great Queen Luna. Now, I must attend to my Queen Luna,” he said, winking before walking away. I couldn’t help but notice how similar Damon was to his father. I smiled slightly and walked away.

Outside the mansion, I found Damon waiting at the foot of the stairs.

“You’ve been waiting?” I asked, approaching him. He turned, a smile spreading across his face. He opened his arms, and I ran into them.

“Yes,” he said softly, kissing my forehead.

“Why didn’t you come in? Your mother would have been happy to see you,” I murmured. He frowned, scratching the back of his neck.

“I’m not good with sappy stuff, so I preferred to wait for you. Enough of that; I want to take you out on a date tonight,” he said. I raised an eyebrow.

“Oh? Why so suddenly? Because you found out I can make medicine?” I teased. He rolled his eyes.

“Because tomorrow, we’ll start planning our wedding. You’ll go shopping for your wedding gown. I want to make you my Luna as soon as possible, so I want one last day with you as my contracted wife,” he said, tucking my hair behind my ear. My eyes widened, and I giggled.

“You can’t wait to wed me again, huh?” I murmured. He pulled me close and kissed me.

“I can’t wait to call you my Luna, and I can’t wait for our honeymoon,” I murmured, giggling as he carried me back to the mansion.

Later, Delilah came to my room to help me get ready for the date, updating me on her and Luca without prompting.

“He said he’ll try to talk to Damon, but knowing my brother, he’ll make things difficult for us,” she said, plopping down on the bed.

“Do you want me to talk to Damon? I’m sure I can talk some sense into him. I don’t think it’s right for him to control Luca like that. Heck, he should be happy Luca and you are in love, because he trusts Luca the most,” I said.

“Right? My brother is unbelievable sometimes. He’s so pig-headed; I don’t think even you can change his mind, and even if you could, I don’t want you to. I want Luca to fight for us; that’s the only way he can show how serious he is about me. I just hope I don’t get heartbroken again. Anyway, what are you going to wear?” she asked, standing and walking to the closet.

Damon had given us space, wanting to be surprised. I wondered where he was. Delilah picked out a green sparkly short gown that complemented my eyes. Green wasn’t my favorite color, but the dress was changing my mind. Then, Delilah did my hair and makeup, and as always, I barely recognized myself.

“You did a better job than those professionals, if I’m being honest,” I murmured, staring at myself. Delilah’s makeup looked more natural.

“Well, I am perfect in every way, you don’t have to tell me. Let’s go down so I can get Damon’s expression on camera,” she said, wiggling her phone. I chuckled.

She led me downstairs. As I saw Damon, we both held our breath. He looked dashing. How could someone be so handsome? He offered his hand, and I took it.

“If you’re going to look this beautiful on our wedding day, I might as well marry you tonight,” he murmured. I giggled.

“I can guarantee I’ll look even better on our wedding night,” I said seductively. A low growl escaped his lips—he approved.

I was about to speak when a female voice called out, “Damon?” Damon froze, eyes wide. He turned, and I saw the voice's owner. She was the most beautiful girl I’d ever seen. Her blond hair flowed to her waist, her blue eyes bright and unreal. Her loose gown couldn’t hide her curves. She was breathtaking.

“Alicia?” he said, shocked. A bright smile appeared on her face. She dropped her luggage and ran to him, hugging him tightly. I stood frozen.

“I’ve missed you so much,” she murmured. A growl escaped my throat. My wolf didn’t like her at all…

(Chapter 101 continues)