Filed to story: The Alpha King’s Intoxicating Mate
“You bastard” I roared, splashing him as he did the same back “It’s war now” I threatened, my tone dripping with maliciousness as he grinned, propelling himself away and making me chase him. Oh, he was going to get it, I thought, determined to get my revenge.
Time passed by quickly and before too long we were exhausted and forced to call a truce out of necessity. He climbed out and then turned, offering me his hand, and helping me out of the water. My clothes were plastered to me, my hair smoothed back from my face, and my locket placed carefully on the grass. I picked it up and Kace silently helped me put it back on. He had helped me take it off in the water earlier when I had grown panicked over the thought of losing it. I collapsed on the grass, my muscles protesting, a wide smile on my face. I couldn’t remember the last time I had ever had this much fun. King Kace stretched out beside me, a thoughtful expression on his face.
“I can’t remember the last time I let loose like this” he commented regretfully, a pained expression on his face.
“You should do it more often,” I told him, sighing deeply, feeling tired and yet also fully awake at the same time.
“It’s not very becoming of an Alpha King,” he said heavily and with a serious expression.
I rolled my eyes “Who cares?” I said bluntly
He didn’t answer.
Instead, his arm snaked around my waist, pulling me in close, his warmth comforting. I could have laid there like that forever. But eventually, he cleared his throat, looking apologetic. “It’s getting late and both of us are hungry,” he said, hearing my stomach growl “not to mention there is a party to get ready for. Shall we head back?”
“I am hungry” I admitted, standing up and dusting off my clothes “but I’m not sure that I’m going to attend the party.” “Why not?”
I looked down at the ground “To be honest, I don’t have anything to wear” I said in a low voice “and Brynn would not want me there anyway.”
“I want you there and I’ve taken care of your particular problem,” he said sharply “Now we better leave if you’re going to be ready in time.”
I looked at him confused. “There’s still plenty of hours to go” I pointed out and he laughed, his teeth shining brightly in the dim light.
“Oh Leah,” he said with amusement “You’ve never gotten ready for a party as the Alpha King’s date before. Trust me, those hours will fly by.”
He shifted before I could ask any more questions and I climbed on, my mind whirling a thousand thoughts a minute. Who possibly needed that much time to get dressed and apply a light bit of makeup? Boy was I in for a shock.
King Kace POV
I stand in the front foyer, adjusting my bowtie for what feels like the millionth time, feeling my mouth go dry. From all reports, Leah had been stunned by the amount of preparation she’d been expected to do, with her own personal stylist, hairdresser, beauty and makeup person. She wasn’t used to having so much attention lavished on her. I had been told in passing that she had disliked it too, having to be cajoled into wearing a dress and makeup, as she didn’t like the feel of the makeup on her skin and she was uncomfortable wearing dresses. I was certain that the end result was going to look fabulous though. She was beautiful in plain jeans and a shirt so a dress would only enhance her natural beauty. Suddenly my heart began to race and then I saw her. My mouth gaped open. For a moment I didn’t recognize her. This couldn’t be the same girl. But it was. She walked stiffly, in gold glitter heels, her long hair swept up in an elaborate updo, small curls tastefully weaving around her bun. She wore a caramel gold dress that was tight around the bodice and hips before flowing down. It had a long slit down one leg and spaghetti straps. A matching clutch was in her hands. She looked ravishing. Her hair was the same colour though and I realized she must have refused to dye it. I shrugged. She looked gorgeous regardless. She was a sight to see and I gazed upon her, never wanting to see this moment end.
She walked slowly down the stairs and I met her halfway, lending her my arm to assist her down. She wasn’t used to walking in heels. The ones she had, possessed straps around the ankles, otherwise I suspected they would have fallen off. She gave me a tight smile, allowing me to assist her, although she looked reluctant about it. I gathered she didn’t like needing to be helped with anything and preferred her independence.
“You look beautiful,” I told her, eyeing her up and down appreciatively.
Her lips downturned. “I look like bimbo barbie” she muttered, turning to look outside.
Whoa. Didn’t all girls like to dress up and look good? What was I missing? Why was she so upset?
“Should we go outside?” I asked her, trying to lighten the mood.
“Sure,” she said moodily.
I frowned. Maybe she was just worried or nervous? I held her hand and helped her outside, her feet teetering in the heels. She tightened her lips and then slowly strode with me towards the large marquee. We made it inside and her mood lifted slightly, to my great relief as she took in the beautiful decorations and lovely presentation of the tables.
“How about we sit down?” I suggested, uncomfortable with the stares and whispers as people openly eyed us.
“Good idea” she breathed, sounding very relieved.
Maybe the shoes were hurting her?
We sat down at the table, listening to the band and I noticed a refreshment table nearby. “I’ll get you a drink” I offered. She gave me the first genuine smile of the evening and my heart skipped a beat. I coughed and stood up, walking over to get a glass of champagne for her and myself. I bumped into Cordelia. “Oh, I’ll get you and um, what’s her name a drink,” she said sweetly and a bit hastily.
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