Chapter 11: CHAPTER ELEVEN: Here comes my luna

Ariana’s POV.

I gave Brain a smile as I approached him. “Here comes my Luna, the main guest of the event,” he said to an elderly man.

The elderly man kissed my hands and I smiled, “She’s beautiful,” he complimented.

Brain was about to say something when his beta whispered something in his ears. He turned to my direction, his expression unreadable.

“Excuse me,” he said, and I nodded. He walked away, and I decided to take a stroll. I had only taken a few steps when I bumped into a hard chest.

I looked up, and there he was, standing in front of me. Lucian, My heart felt like it was being ripped from my chest, and a sharp pain pierced through me.

All the memories of that fateful night came flooding back, each one more painful than the last. I could hear his words echoing in my head, as clear as if he were standing right next to me.

“I, Lucian Grim wood, Alpha of the Dark Howls pack, reject Adriana Brown as my mate and the Luna of my pack.”

I closed my eyes, trying to steady my breath, I can’t let him see he still has effects on me. I gave him a smile that never reaches my eyes and I tried to move, but he blocked my way.

“Get out of my way, Lucian,” I said, my voice a little shaky. But he stood his ground, a smug plastered on his face, and I rolled my eyes.

I tried to move, but he blocked my path, his hands widespread and he was grinning.

“Not so fast, darling,” he said, trying to touch me, but I flinched.

“Don’t you dare!” I said, my voice sharp. “Get out of my way now,” I said, my voice tinged with irritation.

“And why should I take order from an omega like you?” He asked, his tune mocking.

“I don’t have time for this,” I muttered, desperation starting to creep in my voice. I tried to move, but he moved with me, his body looming over mine.

“Too busy with your slut work trying to get Alpha’s to your bed,” he said to me, his breath hot on my face.

I opened my eyes wide baffled, without thinking twice I spat on his face. “You are an idiot,” I cursed him, my anger boiling inside of me as I clenched my fists together.

I tried to move, but he blocked my way, grabbing my arms tightly making me winced in pain. I could feel his claws digging in my clothes.

“Lucian!” I cried out in a low tune.

“You think because different Alpha flocks around you makes you better, you are nothing but a whore,” He said, his voice dripping with venom.

“Lucian let go of me before you regret it,” I warned him, my voice low and dangerous.

But his response was a low, sinister laugh that sent a shiver down my spine.

“A whore……” but he was trailed off by a booming voice that echoed in the room.

“How dare you touch my wife?” Brian's voice was like thunder, resonating through the room.

Lucian eyes went wide, his mouth agape, his eyes darted from mine to Brian. My lips curled into a sly smile.

I heard footsteps from behind, and then Brain held his clothes tightly, his knuckles white with tension.

“How dare you come to my party and disrespect my very own wife?” Brian roared, his voice shaking the room. I placed my hand on Brian's arm, my voice low.

“I.. I… I… didn’t know she’s your wife,” he said, his voice cracking.

“People are watching,” I said. But Brian brushed me off, his gaze fixed on Lucian.

“Let them watch,” he said harshly.

I hated being the center of attention, and the eyes of the crowd bore into me, making me feel small and exposed.

“Please,” I begged, my voice trembling.

“Stay out of this!” He roared, his grip on Lucian's shirt tightened.

How can I stay out of this when it involves me? My mind was racing. I would rather not be the reason this party ends badly.

“Brian, don’t ruin the party,” I pleaded, my hands clasped together.

“What’s your connection with him?” Brian demanded, his voice firm.

I hesitated not knowing what to say seeing how angry Brian is, saying the truth would only anger the whole situation.

As if reading my thoughts, he spoke, “And don’t you dare lie to me!” He roared.

“My mate, who rejected me,” I said, my voice barely above a whisper.

Brian's eyes became dark, the hair in his body standing.

“Please, Brian, don’t,” I said, my voice cracking.

His hands clenched into fists, and he raised them, ready to punch Lucian. I quickly stepped in front of him, my hands raised to cover my face.

“Stop!” I yelled, my voice cracking with fear.

“Stay away from this!" he screamed, his voice echoing off the walls.

“Brian, control your anger, don’t let it get over you, you might regret,” I pleaded again.

“Yes Alpha, let go, you can punish him rather than using your hands on him. He doesn't deserve it, don't waste your time on him,” His beta chimed in.

Brain looked from me to his beta, his gaze uncertain.

“He’s right, please,” I begged, my voice shaking. I didn’t know what else to say or do. I just wanted this whole thing to be over.

I watched as Brian's hands slowly dropped to his sides, his shoulders slumping. He took a deep breath and straightened his clothes.

Then, he wrapped an arm around me and began walking back towards the throne. His silence was deafening. I felt the tension between us, the weight of unspoken words.

He sat at his throne and I sat beside him, his foot tapping against the floor. The guards dragged Lucian to stand before him, his expression hard to read. But when Lucian eyes met mine, I saw nothing but pure hatred.

It made me roll my eyes. He should be grateful that I had saved him and not hate me. Brian wouldn’t have hesitated to chop his head off if given a chance.

Brian cleared his throat and spoke in a loud, clear voice.

“Adriana Brown is my wife. I won't tolerate any form of disrespect towards her. Whether she’s an omega or not, she remains my wife.”

He took my hand and kissed him gently, I felt a jolt of electricity run through my body.

“ Since he disrespected my wife, she will be the one to decide his punishment," he said, his voice cold and commanding.

Lucian's eyes went wide with shock, his mouth agape.