My Destined

Chapter 5

Leia

The rest of the ceremony was a blur. My wolf was focused on our new mate, who retreated so quickly. I knew he was no longer in the ceremony area, but could still feel him. I wonder where he went...

"Leia. Earth to Leia!" I was shaken out of my stupor with Maia, Althea, and Selene crowding around me.

"W-what? Sorry guys..." I felt my cheeks redden in embarrassment, and Maia sighed in relief.

"Listen, Leia. I'm sor-" I quickly interrupted Maia's apology, not wanting to hear about Marco.

"It's fine. I'm fine." Even after finding my mate given by the Moon Goddess, I was still a little upset about Marco and Maia. I mean, I've liked him for so long and hoped I would be his mate. Althea looked curiously between us, utterly clueless about what we were discussing.

"What happened?" Althea asked, curiosity getting the best of her. I just sighed, not wanting to talk about it at the moment.

"Well, it looks like my mate is our upcoming Alpha, Marco. And Leia has liked him for a long time... I'm sorry, Leia." Maia gave me an apologetic look, and I gave her a weak smile. Althea gasped and gave me a tight hug.

"Oh, darling! That must've been so hard." I gave her a quick nod. I feel uncomfortable talking about it. It was just a stupid crush!

"Well, it looks like the Moon Goddess has paired me with a mate anyway." I could feel butterflies in my stomach at the thought.

"Yes! Your mate is my Alpha, Adriel! He's a hottie, right?!" Adriel... Tala growled in response to Althea's compliment, already beginning to feel possessive.

"What about you guys? Did you find your mates, too?" I looked at Althea and Selene, wanting to change the subject quickly. Selene blushed hard.

"It looks like the three of us may be in the same pack if they catch us tomorrow in The Running! Selene seemed to have quite the connection with my Alpha's Beta and younger sister, Cleo." Selene nodded shyly and giggled. I was slightly surprised to hear this, making me want to get to know these girls more. We have yet to talk about our interests or likes.

"I'm just glad I wasn't paired with a male...." Selene spoke quietly and nervously. But once we all started laughing and agreeing, she joined us.

"I'm kind of jealous of you and Maia. I've always dreamed of finding an Alpha mate and becoming Luna. But it seems the Moon Goddess may have other plans. My wolf was going crazy for this Delta in my pack, Lucas. I didn't even know he was in my pack!" Althea maintains her upbeat tone despite her words.

We continued to ramble on as we waited for the Ceremony Ball. To my relief, we got to keep our dresses on instead of changing again. I was feeling very nervous about the ball. Would I have to talk to Marco and see him with Maia? Would Adriel be with me? What about that strange Alpha, Cael? All these thoughts were flooding my mind. Meanwhile, my wolf was anxious to be reunited with Adriel.

"Everyone. Please come into the ballroom for the Ceremony Ball. There is music and plenty of food for all of you. Enjoy!" Luna announced two hours after The Choosing ended. All the she-wolves cheered in excitement, walking in with their newfound friends.

"Alright! Let's look at some cuties!" Althea cheered, pushing the three of us into the ballroom with a laugh.

"I think we got it, Althea!" I laughed, and she finally let us walk on our own.

"Fine, fine. I don't want to see any shyness, alright ladies? We are the hottest ones here!" I shook my head with a smile. She's so hyper.

"Food time!" I instantly started walking towards the food as soon as I smelled it. There was a whole buffet line full of delicious food. I can't wait! I licked my lips, realizing how hungry I was.