The Mating Convention

Chapter 10

All day I'd just been sat in front of the TV, binge watching my latest discovery on Netflix, Bates Motel. Jamie was in his office doing whatever he needed to do and I didn't want to disturb him. The only time I'd seen him was when I took him a sandwich in for his lunch. Apart from that I'd just curled up on the sofa in a hoodie and yoga pants, relaxing.

As the latest episode I'd been watching finished I looked at the clock and decided I should probably make some dinner for Chris, Jamie and I. Heading to the kitchen I look in the fridge and cupboards to see what I can make. Seeing the ingredients to make my favorite meal I pull them out and turn the oven on to preheat it. Next i go to my playlist I have for when cooking. The first song to come on is Me, Myself & I. For the next hour I'm in my own little world of enjoyment.

...

As I'm plating up the spaghetti and meatballs in a tomato sauce I feel arms wrap around me waist and I fall into the person with a smile on my face, happy to be held by my mate again.

"Something smells good." He whispers in my ear before he starts to kiss me neck.

"Well we better hurry up and eat it before it gets cold. Shout for Chris please." I ask politely.

"Sure babe," He said walking out the kitchen towards the staircase, "Chris! Josie's made us dinner, come get it!" He shouts before joining me in the kitchen again.

I place all three plates on the kitchen island and fill three glasses with wine. Then I sit down and Jamie sits across from me as we finally hear footsteps coming down the stairs. Soon after we're joined by Chris and he takes the final place.

"Thanks Josie, this looks great." He says, picking up his fork and starting to eat.

"You're welcome, now enjoy." I say, starting to eat and Jamie does the same.

At first we all eat quietly but not much longer after five minutes of eating Jamie clears his throat and starts talking.

"So I was thinking the welcoming ceremony for you could be next Friday." He says casually, quickly casting me a look before looking at his plate again.

"Oh yeah, that's fine with me. Don't you have to get in touch with Alpha Brandon though to see if he can make it?" I ask, remembering the rituals of a welcoming ceremony.

"Yes, I rang him today and he said he was free. He also said he would bring your mother and Jason along with him. How does that sound?" He asks me, a smile on his face.

"That sounds amazing, thank you!" I say, wrapping my arms round his neck, hugging him tightly.

"You're very welcome" He says, kissing my cheek before he pulls away and carries on eating.

I finish eating and get up, taking my glass and plate to the sink before starting to fill it with water to do the washing up but before I can get much further Chris objects and say's he'll do it. I don't argue with him instead I just re fill my glass and excuse myself before going back to the living room to carry on where I left off with Bates Motel.

Just as the next episode begins Jamie joins me and puts his arm round my shoulders, pulling me close to him to cuddle. Instead I decide to lay down and place my head in his lap with a smile. concentrating on what's happening on the screen. As soon as my head hots Jamie's lap he automatically starts to play with my hair by running his fingers through it.

"Are you sure you're ready to become part of this pack?" He asks me, his insecurities clearly showing.

"Of course I am," I say turning so I'm looking up at him, "I know you think I don't want to be here because of what I've heard but despite the stories, I can't think of anywhere else I'd want to be but next to you. And if that means becoming Luna and being part of your pack which soon will be our pack then so be it." I tell him, a smile on my face.

"That's great to hear. Now what the fuck is going on?" He ask, confused at the happenings on the screen and I can't help but laugh.

...

The next day me and Chloe are walking round the local mall. I'd text her the night before because I wanted to get a new dress for the welcoming ceremony. We'd been looking for an hour so far and just nothing was standing out for me. We'd decided that we'd look in one more shop and if we didn't find anything we'd give up and go further a field some other day.

Entering Forever 21 we both start to look for the perfect dress, splitting up so we can cover the shop quicker. After looking for a few minutes I hear Chloe shout me.

"Josie, come here, I think I've found it!" She shouts, getting my attention.

I look around trying to spot her. When my eyes land on her I quickly rush in her direction and when I reach her she's holding up a dress for me to look at.

"This is the dress." I say.

And it is because it's perfect.

(A/N Hey guys, hope you had a great Christmas and Happy New Year! This is my last update on any of my books of 2016! I am sorry that it's so short but I just wanted to update before 2017 and it is just a filler. You will find out about the dress next chapter, don't worry. Remember to like, comment and vote. Have a great night and I'll see you next year ;) )