“Why?”
Treaty is annual. It kept the peace from both packs. But I’ve seen this happen before in Regal and twenty wolves was present before. But now, they are only six and that count includes the Alpha and Luna.
“Him and Aiden are pals. They trust each other. Plus, he brought the strongest of his pack with him and their territory is not that far.”
I see. It must be their trust. It’s a high risk of bringing a few strong men because that would be nothing once attacked by number. Also, Shadow pack and Prime was only a few hours away so less attack can happen.
“Here she comes…” I squealed when I smelt Lucy. Ugh. Only a faint of her own scent lingers in her, it’s mostly coated with her mate’s. I felt excited to the point that my tail is wiggling.
Aiden’s car stopped in front of us and followed by a black truck.
I saw Jacob went out of the truck and he was followed by a frowning Lucy.
Uh-oh. Someone’s not happy.
Her face is all red and her nose is flaring as she kept giving Jacob a sharp look.
When Lucy scanned the house, she found me standing and smiling wide to her. Her mood immediately changed from angry to glinting eyes with happiness.
Her eyes widened and her mouth drops that I can’t help but giggled.
“Ashi? Oh my God! ASHI!”
She was about to run towards my direction but was stopped abruptly. Jacob held her elbow and tugged her back to his side like she’s a light piece.
“What now?!” she shouted at him and I heard Jacob’s growl. But Lucy just looks at him fiercely. Not backing down with their stare contest.
In the end, Jacob sighed and let go of her arm.
She wasted no time and run to where I am, slamming her body on mine and throwing me inside her arms. Hugging me tightly.
“God! I missed you!” she whispered, enjoyment was on her tone.
I hugged her back and she even swayed our body side by side, making me chuckle.
“Missed you too!”
“What are you doing here? Who’s your mate?” she looked around. “Was it you?” she asked to Seth.
I chuckled when Seth moved his hands up in the air and shook his head furiously.
I realized that Luce was fit to be a Luna. She’s strong and straightforward. Kind-hearted, as well.
“No, actually-”
An arm snaked on my waist just before I could finish my sentence. Aiden was already standing beside me and he bent down to kiss my temple. My heartbeat drummed fast by that simple gesture of his and I cursed myself for feeling too overwhelmed.
Luce eyes widened as he looked at Aiden and back to me. Her mouth formed an ‘O’ shape and I believe I’ll be rained with her questions later.
“Fucking hell, Ash!” she blurted and covered her mouth. Her eyes are still smiling and I can sense how happy she is for me.
I laughed from her reaction though my heart beats irregularly. Damn. When Aiden’s this close to me, I only prayed we’re alone in a room and ravaging each lips.
‘Your friend can curse.’ Aiden said through my mind.
I laughed.
Aiden stretch his hand to shake Lucy’s.
“Aiden.” he introduced himself to my stunned best friend. I believe everything was slowly creating into her.
Luce looked at me, still amazed before reaching her hand to Aiden.
“Lucianna.” she smiled then chuckles.
I was shocked when Jacob snatched her hand away from Aiden, almost hastily.
Okay. That was rude. What’s his problem?
I examined his face and I can tell that he had the same aura like Aiden. Aloof, handsome and intimidating, yet I hate him so I gave him a narrowed look.
Luce rolled her eyes and slumped her shoulder. Aiden chuckled at my side and I looked up to him. He looked amused.
“Calm down, brother. I got mine.” Aiden grinned and held me closer. “This is Ashira, my mate.”
Jacob looked at me and nodded. His eyes are deep and black and it seems that he’s studying me for a while before he extend his arms and reached out to shake mine.
“Jacob.” he said in a deep, chilly voice. I shake his hands, not smiling at all, and I let go of it instantly. He turned to Aiden and spoke, “I’m not worried you’ll snatch her, it’s the opposite.”
I frowned. What does he mean? He made it sound like my friend here is a whore. My frown deepened from his words.
I looked at Luce and she’s rolling her eyes before smiling when she met my eyes.
Luce escaped Jacob’s embrace and came to me.
“I need to hear everything! Can we be alone?” she suggested.
I looked at Aiden for permission. And he nodded slowly.
“We’ll be back before dinner.” he said and squeezed my palm. Then he grabbed Jacob away and talked.
Before I could hear what they’re talking about, Luce tugged on my arm.
“You didn’t tell me your mate was an Alpha! And of the Prime pack!” her eyes are shining and I can tell how excited she is.
I smiled and flushed. “I didn’t had the chance to. How are you anyway? The last time-”
She scoffed. “We’ll need privacy for that.” she rolled her eyes but grinned after. “But you! Oh God! We sure are best friends!”
“Ash, ” Aiden called. He turned to Luce before his eyes went back to mine.
“We’ll be in the pack building.”
I nodded. “Okay. We’ll prepare for dinner.”
He nodded and kissed my forehead before turning away.
I saw Jacob looking at Luce with anger. Then they walked to the car. Something is wrong with him. I saw anger in his eyes but also hesitation to leave.