CHAPTER 20

CHAPTER 20
VALERIA POV

“And now, I will add the final touch,” Eleanor said after spending almost twenty minutes doing my makeup.

“Now the dress please,” Eleanor said and stood up from the seat. I looked at my reflection in the mirror. I am actually loving what I am seeing.

“My baby is already looking pretty even though we are not even done,” Eleanor said lovingly and I blushed. There is always this joy that fills my heart when a fellow woman compliments my beauty.

“You will need to take that off.” Beatrice and I looked down at my lingerie. I did as I was told.

“I love the panties,” Eleanor said and gave me a spank on my ass cheek.

“Jeez. Someone might think you are a lesbian” I said, trying to warn her.

“Well no. Until you are married, this ass is mine.” Eleanor declared and I agreed.

“Enough with that Eleanor. This is actually an opportunity for you to find yourself a prince charming” Beatrice said, her voice laced with sarcasm. We both know Eleanor prefers having sex compared to having a mate.

“I will heed that advice but I don't want a mate yet. I am actually planning to have a fling tonight. I will get myself one hot Alpha, forget it, we are spending the night together.” She said and clicked her tongue.

“I pray you don't find one. It's time you take life seriously.” Beatrice said.

Eleanor sat on the bed with her hand spread over my pillow.

“No, my dear. Why will I decide to stay with one man when they are all cheaters? I mean most of them,” Eleanor said and I can't help but ponder on her words even though we all know she is joking.

She doesn't want to be committed to one man but then, after getting rejected by her fated mate, Eleanor doesn't believe in second chances and this is why she decided to just go out with any random man that caught her interest.

Emphasis on they must have caught her interest.

“My eyes will be on you at the party”, Beatrice said and I nodded with a smile.

“And you don't have to wear a bra with this kind of dress. You have a full breast so it will hold the dress well.” Beatrice said and I took off the dress.

She helped me into the dress. It has a thin strap on the front with a bra cup in the form of a corset. My breast rises softly but the dress fits perfectly.

Beatrice was right about the dress showing my curves. The neckline at the back was actually what caught my attention; my back was bare and the dress fell low to my waist. From my waist down, the cream dress held my hips firmly before spilling again at the knee.

“You look perfect,” Beatrice said, checking the dress out.

My lips parted taking in my appearance. The mascara highlighted my eyelashes and they appear longer and darker. My hair was made to form curls.

“And sexy! Oh my goddess.” Eleanor completed the word and stood up. “Please pair it with this black heel, maidemoselle,” Beatrice said and placed the heel at my feet.

I wore it and stood straight.

“And the necklace please.” Eleanor reminded us while Beatrice helped me with it.

“We are good to go, baby,” Beatrice said and I smiled, looking at them.

“I think I should pay you guys,” I said and took out the black purse.

“Don't bother. I'm looking for a hot guy tonight. I think I am more interested in that please.” Eleanor said and we laughed.

“It's almost 7pm.” Beatrice reminded us. They took their purse and came with me.

When we walked out, the maid stopped to let us pass. Then I saw Alicia coming towards us.

“They are actually well trained,” Beatrice said, talking about the maid who stood by.

Alicia got closer and extended her greetings. I could see she had information to pass across to me.

“Go on,” I said and she parted her lips to speak.

“The Lycan king told me you will be making a grand appearance. You are to come with me while I show you to the waiting room.” Alicia said and I looked at my two friends.

“Go on baby. We can't wait.” Beatrice said in a hushed tone.

They walked away leaving me with Alicia. Their heels make soft clicking sounds. “Thank you for today guys,” I murmured, even though they couldn't hear me.

When they left, I looked at Alicia and informed her to lead the way. Alicia led me past the two buildings before we eventually got to the grand hall. I could see people making their way but Alicia didn't take me through the same route the people used.

We took the left turn and passed through a few stairs before getting to the place she mentioned. The room was brightly lit with glowing light. The curtains separated the waiting room from the stage itself. I could hear the distant voices of the people.

“I will take my leave now, my lady,” Alicia said and left the room.

I stood beside the table and there was some equipment inside, which I believe was the speaker. I looked at my watch. It was already past 7 pm but Lycan king Xyrus was not here yet.

Does he really have to keep me waiting? I looked at the watch again and turned my head when I breathed in that expensive cologne that made my insides flutter with butterflies.

And then I saw him but he wasn't alone. Adelina was standing beside him and she seemed to whisper something in his ear, looking at me before walking away.

And that made me remember what Eleanor said that most men are Cheaters. But my father wants me to make him fall in love with me. What if I decided to just give Vance a chance? Since they aren't blood brothers and Xyrus is not interested in me, it won't be a problem.

He walked closer, stepping into the room and I swallowed hard. The shirt gripped his muscular chest, it almost looked like his arm was going to rip apart if he moved too much.

And those thick thighs made me realise how gracefully this man was sculpted. His appearance almost caused me a heart attack but I tried to control it. This is just me sexualising him because he is beautiful.

Fuck!

Did I just use the word beautiful again for the same man?

“Val, please get a grip. You don't even have a wolf yet. How could you describe him that much, giving such details” I asked myself and closed my eyes before opening them today.

“I hope you are ready for tonight?” Lycan king Zayn asked.

“Huh.” I almost stuttered. I couldn't even recognise my own voice. It felt as if I suddenly lost my sense of reasoning.