Fated To Not Just One, But Three

Chapter 133: Ball

Chapter 133: Ball

Olivia's POV

I was restless. No, I was terrified. I had just two days… two fucking days until the full moon, and then I would go into heat. I knew it was a risk—going into heat in this room, with the triplets so close. I wished I could lie to myself, convince myself I'd be able to control my sexual urges. But that would be a lie. This was my first heat, and with their marks on me, there was no way I wouldn't crave their touch. No way I wouldn't want them.

I needed to leave. Gabriel had to come up with a plan to get me out of here by tomorrow. There had to be something—anything—that could be done. It was better I went into heat at Gabriel's home than…

"What are you even saying?" my wolf snapped, interrupting my thoughts.

"Better to go into heat at Gabriel's home? Are you saying you want Gabriel to touch you? That it's better?" Her voice was sharp, accusing.

"No one is touching me," I hissed back. "But going into heat at Gabriel's home is safer. At least there, I could resist him—or any male. But with the triplets? No. I definitely wouldn't be able to resist them."

Suddenly, A knock landed on my door, and from the scent, I knew it was Lennox. I frowned and stood up slowly, walking to the door. These days, I had mastered the habit of locking it.

Unlocking the door, I pushed it open and met Lennox standing before me.

His scent hit me and I fought the urge to breathe him in. Damn, he smelled good. The full moon was making everything worse. I was too sensitive, too aware. Their scent alone was enough to arouse me. And their eyes… when they looked at me like they cherished me, it sent tremors down to my core.

Straightening up, I hid my discomfort. "Is there a problem, Alpha Lennox?"

"I got you something," he said, lifting a sleek black box in his hand.

I blinked. "For me?"

He nodded, then handed it over without a word. I took it cautiously and opened it right there at the door.

Inside was a stunning red dress. Elegant, expensive, and definitely not casual.

"I thought you might like to wear that," Lennox said gently, rubbing the back of his neck. "There's a ball night. Alpha Callum from the next pack sent an invitation… and I have to go. I thought maybe… you'd like to come with me."

My heart jumped and then immediately dropped.

"I—no," I said quickly, clutching the box tighter. "No, I'm sorry. I can't. I'm another man's wife, remember?"

His jaw clenched slightly, and he frowned. "It's just a ball."

I shook my head. "You should take Anita. She is your mistress."

Lennox didn't reply for a moment. His eyes stayed locked on mine, calm but unreadable. Finally, he said softly, "Anita's not who I want beside me."

That made something tighten in my chest. There was a time I would pay anything in this world just to hear him say that—but not anymore.

I looked away, blinking hard. "I can't, Alpha Lennox. I'm sorry."

leave the dress with you, though. Just in case you change your mind, I'm leaving at

leaving me standing there. I closed the door and walked back into my room, the

it was because, since we became mates, I'd

banquet in honor of some alliance, and I had been so young, nervous, flustered… but so stupidly happy. Not because of the event, but because all

had pinned a rose to my

kissed my hand like a

only one

their treasure. They hadn't hidden me. They had shown me off like I was their little queen. Every time one of them left my side to speak to someone, another would take his place. My hand was never alone. My smile never faltered. They made me

deeper for them all that

much

I was supposed to hate them… and yet, my soul, my wolf, still ached for the

looked at the box again and frowned. "Maybe I should go," I whispered to myself. I hadn't been out of the pack house in so long. What harm could

I asked my wolf, who scoffed but didn't say a

up. Slowly, I started changing. As I slipped on the dress, it fit perfectly, hugging my body in all the right

but sexy, and it complimented my blond hair. But my skin felt too warm,

my hair and let it fall around my shoulders. I didn't put on much makeup—just

staring at my reflection. While I was still trying to make sense of the emotions twisting inside

in a breath and moved toward the

and stepped out, he stopped in

over my body with a reverence that made

his voice rough.

hard, trying not to react to the way he said my name. Like it

brushing past him and walking

caught up in a few strides. "You

"I changed my mind."

push. Didn't question it. And I was thankful

slid in, avoiding his eyes. He followed silently. The air between us was thick with things we weren't saying. I stared out the window, wondering why I'd come. Maybe it was stupid. Maybe

ignored him, keeping my gaze fixed on the window. My silence was deafening, and I knew it was driving him

an hour drive, the car pulled up in front of a massive black gate, which, I assumed, was Alpha Callum's estate. A well-built security guard approached, prompting Lennox to roll down the window. The guard

I opened the door myself and stepped out while Alpha Lennox did the same. The cold evening breeze brushed against my skin, making me shiver slightly as I adjusted my

mansion, focusing on the grand entrance. The entire property screamed exclusivity, from the meticulously manicured gardens to the luxurious chandeliers visible through

Alpha Lennox. Alpha Callum is expecting you. And this must be Luna, Luna Olivia," he said,

tight smile. "Just Miss Olivia," I corrected curtly. "And I am not his

looked confused but nodded,

of laughter and music floated toward us from further inside. The party was already in

to place his hand on my back to guide me, but I brushed him off, stepping ahead without sparing him a glance. His

marvel at the scene. The room was filled with influential Alphas, Lunas, and other high-ranking pack members. Waiters moved seamlessly through the crowd, carrying trays of champagne and hors d'oeuvres. A grand staircase led to a balcony where Alpha Callum, the host, stood, watching over the

out as he descended the staircase. His piercing eyes flicked between the

Lennox greeted, forcing a polite smile. "Thank you for inviting

at me and smirked. "Luna Olivia, it's nice to

kisses on them, his lips