A week later
We were back from Miami, and I was seated before the mirror combing my hair when Alpha Ricardo walked in.
“You are awake.” He spoke as he walked up to me and stood behind me. “Let me!” He spoke and took the comb from me.
Slowly he combed my hair while I watched him with thrilled eyes as he packed my hair in a bun.
“How are you able to do that?” I asked and he smiled before responding, “I do comb my mom’s hair, it was the favorite thing I love doing for her.” He said and stood before me. “I knew my mother wanted a female child but since she could no longer conceive, I decided to be a son and daughter for her.” He said while I smiled, seeing the excitement in his eyes as he talked about her.
“I combed and also change her nail polish, most times I followed her to the spa. We were basically siblings more than mother and son.” He spoke and I saw a hint of sadness in his eyes. He must have really missed her a lot.
“Hey!” I called out while cupping his both cheeks with my hands. “It’s okay, I’m here, in me there is a wife, a mate, a friend, and a mother.” I spoke and he smiled before placing a kiss on my forehead. “How fortunate of me.” He smiled and pulled away.
“I have to meet up with Jayson, but I’ll meet you downstairs.” He said and I nodded and watched him leave.
With a smile, I stared at the mirror and spoke to my wolf. “It’s time to give you a name.” I said and she scoffed, “What? Don’t you want a name?” I asked and she responded, “I thought you wouldn’t give me a name.” She grumbled while I sighed and stood to my feet.
“I’m so sorry, you know so many things were going on in my life…” “I totally get you, I was just joking.” She said and I took a deep breath and went into deep thought. “You’ve always been with me, helping and encouraging me, and I can’t think of a better name than Lexine.” I spoke and my wolf remained silent for a moment before she finally spoke. “I love it.” She said and I smiled, And I’m glad that I’m your wolf and you are my human. You are strong, compassionate, and loving.” She praised while I beamed gratefully and dressed up.
As I was putting on my shoes, a knock came on the door and I asked the person in.
“Greetings, my Lady.” Beatrice greeted and I responded with a smile. “How are you doing?” I asked and she smiled before showing her finger at me. “He proposed.” She spoke excitedly while I closed my mouth in shock. “Simeon proposed?” I asked and she nodded with excitement. “I’m so happy for you, so that means you will leave soon.” I grumbled and she smiled, “I’ll still be in the pack.” She said while I smiled, happy for her.
“We discussed it, and he told me his wolf accepts me so he will mark me as his.” She explained, and I smiled. “All this was able to happen because of you, thank you so much…” she tried going on her knees, but I stopped her. “Don’t do that.” I spoke, stopping her from kneeling.
“My mother is alive because of you, and now I have the promise of a good life just because of you.” She spoke gratefully while I smiled and pulled her into a hug.
“I’m glad I could help,” I said before pulling away.
“Let’s go, the Alpha is waiting for me,” I said, and she helped me put on my shoes, and we both left the room.
We took the stairs and met Alpha Ricardo in the sitting room, talking to Jayson, but he stopped the moment he noticed my presence. “You look breathtaking,” he praised and planted a kiss on my lips before holding my gaze. “Are you ready?” he asked, and I nodded. “As my lady wishes.” He took hold of my arms, and within a few seconds, I found myself in Lord Philip’s sitting room, where I met six strange men seated, including Alpha Joshua.
“Have a seat,” a man I assume as the attorney to father gestured, and I sat, but Alpha Ricardo refused to sit, rather he stood beside me and placed his hand on my shoulder.
“You look so much like him,” one of the men spoke, and I responded with a weak smile.
“Let’s go straight to the point,” the attorney spoke while I held Alpha Joshua’s gaze, who flickered an assuring smile at me.
“Who are these men?” Alpha Ricardo asked, staring at the five other men.
“They are inner circle members of lord Philip,” the attorney responded, and I hummed.
“Can I read your father’s will?” he asked, and I nodded, gesturing for him to go ahead.
“Good morning,” the lawyer begins. “We are here to read the last will and testament of Lord Philip.”
My eyes scan the room, taking in the expressions on each of the men’s faces. I can see the eagerness in their eyes. They were just as curious as I was to know what my father left behind.
The lawyer continues, “To my loving daughter, Maria, I leave a mansion in California, a vast piece of land in California, ten major properties, and an enormous sum of money kept in a bank under her name.”
My eyes widen in disbelief as I stared at Alpha Ricardo, who gave me an assuring smile. The lawyer hands me a copy of the will, and I scan through the pages.
The lawyer clears his throat again to continue. “To my beloved godson, Alpha Joshua, I leave a mansion in France, a vast piece of land in San Francisco, and a luxurious hotel in Paris, and also my home.”
I held Alpha Joshua’s gaze, who smiled at me before taking a copy from the lawyer.
“Lastly,” the lawyer says, “the rest of my estate will be evenly divided among my five inner men, and the rest of my mini properties should be sold and given to the less privileged.” With that, the lawyer closed the file and stared at me before staring at Alpha Joshua.
“Is there anything anyone has to say?” he asked, but Alpha Joshua and I shook our heads.
“Then I believe this is where the meeting comes to an end, call for me if the need arises.” He said and stood to his feet while Dad’s five inner circle members stood up on their feet and looked my way.
“We were wondering if you would like to rule this town since you are his only biological child?” One of the men asked, but I quickly declined. “That won’t be possible, I’m sorry,” I said, and they nodded, fully understanding before leaving with the lawyer.
I held gaze with Alpha Joshua, who smiled before speaking. “I can see that you are glowing,”He teased while I smiled and looked at Alpha Ricardo.
“You are doing a good job,” he said while holding Alpha Ricardo’s gaze.
“Let’s have a cup of coffee some day,” I spoke while getting on my feet and Alpha Joshua nodded in agreement.
“Shall we?” Alpha Ricardo asked, and I nodded.
He took hold of my arms, and we teleported away. I thought he was taking me home, but I was dumbfounded when we arrived on the rooftop terrace of the mansion.
The terrace was decorated with red roses on the walls and also on the floor. A wave of sweet fragrance hit my senses. I looked around and saw the most beautifully decorated space I could have ever imagined. A warm breeze gently caressed my face as I took in the breathtaking view around me.
A trail of rose petals in shades of burgundy and cherry red led me to a small seating area that had been set up with comfortable cushions and throws. As I approached, I saw a table set with red satin cloths and silverware, complete with a bottle of my favorite wine.
And I could also hear the sound of my favorite music playing in the background.
I turned and held Alpha Ricardo’s gaze, “What’s this?” I asked, and he took a deep breath before speaking.
“You know how much I love you, right?”
My heart fluttered as I looked into his eyes. “Of course,” I replied with a smile.
I watched him take a deep breath and get down on his knees. “I know that we are already married, but I want to wed you before the world,” he said, causing my heart to flutter with joy.
“I want to spend the rest of my days with you. I want to wake up every morning with you by my side, experience the world with you, and grow old with you. I don’t just want you as my mate or wife; I want you as my Luna. I want to be able to rule with you by my side.”
“Will you do me the honor of being my wife, my mate, my Luna, my best friend, and the mother of my children?” he asked, and tears welled up in my eyes as I also got down on my knees before him. “I’m the luckiest woman in the world…” I paused, and he smiled. “I only wanted a big brother, but in you, I have gotten a brother, a mate, a husband, and now a life partner. Of course, I will marry you again and be your Luna,” I said, and he flickered a grateful smile at me before taking out the box in his pocket, opened it, and revealed a diamond ring. “It’s beautiful,” I said as I watched him take away the former ring from my finger and slipped the gorgeous ring onto my finger before placing a kiss on it.
“Thank you!” he said and lifted me up from the floor before pulling me into a tight hug.
“Mine!” my wolf howled excitedly as I sniffed his intoxicating scents, silently thanking the Moon Goddess.
“Pose for the camera,” I heard the voice of Aunt Cara and turned to see everyone. Sarah, Rachel, Beta Jayson , Simeon, and Beatrice.
Everyone was present, staring at us with big smiles on their faces.