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“You ok?” Alpha Engel asks
“Hmmm? Yeah, I’m fine, I think. Guess my mind keeps wandering” Sarah smiles softly “Anything could happen tonight…”
“That’s fair” He nods “Just do me a favor; try not to overthink things, ok?”
“Don’t worry Dad, I’m not. Even if I was, I packed backup anxiety meds”
“Perfect” Levi’s lips twitch into a smile
He’d be lying if he said his heart hadn’t stopped when he’d first read the summons. The Lycan King was ready to find his mate, and wanted all the eligible lunas to attend a ball. His youngest daughter just so happened to belong to that group. So, he was left with no choice but to inform and transport Sarah. He knew lunas such as herself were destined for greatness, and often wound up in royalty or aristocracy; it fostered a sense of pride in him. But the all too familiar pain of watching his daughter grow up also flared up. Something told him his little girl would meet her mate tonight…
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Sarah took a deep breath as she entered the ballroom. Several eyes were on her immediately. Most gave a friendly smile, while a couple quirked a judgmental brow. Could they tell she was from a smaller pack? Were they judging her for it? Maybe, but she chose to shake it off. She had more pressing matters to attend to! Her wolf had been nagging her about her mate since she’d arrived; they were nearby. She was determined to find them!
Alright, I don’t wanna look desperate, so make sure to point them out if you see them!
Of course! I got you
Perfect
She found herself wishing for the ball to officially start as time wore on. As of right now, everyone she’s talked to were cordial but stiff, as if they were trying to be more refined than they really were. Maybe everyone would loosen up once the party started!
The announcement was thankfully made soon after. Sarah lined up with her fellow lunas and awaited King Ryan’s entrance.
Time slowed when she saw him.
There he is. Mate, MATE! Her wolf shrieked
Yeah, mate… Alright just keep it together! He’ll notice me soon enough…
She was woefully underprepared for his attention. He walked right towards her after finishing his welcome speech.
Shit shit shit! I wasn’t expecting him to be that quick!!!
Who cares? It’s destiny!!!
“Hi, I wasn’t expecting to find you so soon” He chuckles
“Me neither” Sarah blushes, offering her hand; Ryan gladly takes it.
“What’s your name?”
“Sarah Engel. I’m from the-“
“Desert Moon Pack. You’re Levi’s daughter, right?”
“Y-Yeah”
The conversation flowed easily, and Sarah found herself falling harder. Their goddess had truly blessed the young woman, hadn’t she?
The conversation with Alpha Engel was heartfelt and emotional, as predicted. Ryan’s heart melted as his future father in law hugged Sarah tight. “I knew it was just a matter of time until you found the one. But I’m still not ready to let you go” Levi chuckles softly
“You and many other parents” Sarah snarks
“Little shit” Levi shakes his head, finally pulling away. He looks at Ryan with a fond smile “If you anyone else your majesty, I’d be giving you the shovel talk. But I’ve known you since before you even took the throne. That’s long enough to know Selene’s made the right call. Take care of her, will ya Ryan?”
“Of course I will Levi! Thank you, for trusting me” Ryan says. Levi nods, officially handing his daughter off; Ryan gladly accepts. “Shall we?”
“Absolutely” Sarah giggles
The dance floor clears upon request, allowing Sarah and Ryan to make their way to the center. He watches her take a few deep breaths before the music starts; he doesn’t blame her. The first dance typically marked the beginning of their lives together, as cliche as it is. But he wouldn’t have it any other way.
He watches his mates eyes shine up at him in all their sapphire glory; he’s breath taken. He thought she was beautiful to begin with, but only now did the magnitude of that fact hit him.
Sarah hits him with a new surprise when she softly sings along.
“I have died everyday, waiting for you
Darling don’t be afraid I have loved you
For a thousand years…”
Ryan’s heart thumps harder hearing her melodic voice. It was only fitting for her to have the voice of a siren! He finds himself answering the call
“Time stands still
Beauty in all she is
I will be brave
I will not let anything take away
What’s standing in front of me…”
He sings from the heart. He specifically chose this song as the lyrics conveyed his fantasies of finding the one. And oh, how accurate those fantasies had been! He could honestly say he was already in love, while his and Sarah’s rapidly forming bond said she felt the same. He purrs when her head rests on his chest. “Mine” He whispers
“Yours” She confirms