Longing For My Rejected Luna

Chapter 124

*****Erika's POV*****

Seeing the look in Noir's eyes when he greeted Alex, I knew the rift between them hadn't been sorted out yet.

And with those looks in their eyes, I needed to stop the both of them from taking senseless actions and spoiling the Christmas party.

"Noir." I called out softly. When our eyes met, I smiled at him.

He seemed to have understood the meaning behind the sudden call and he nodded.

Then I turned to Paula again, we all gave her our attention as she was going to be a mother in 5 months time. Yes, werewolves have their babies in 5 months.

"Erika, it's time for the couple's dance, would you like to have this dance?" Noir suddenly interrupted and I turned to look at him. A frown settled on my face, but when I saw his gaze on Alex, I understood that he wanted to make him jealous.

Was there a need for that?

Anyways, I had no other choice but to dance With Noir. It was the first dance and as the host, I needed to lead the way for the others.

I felt someone's gaze on me and I turned slightly to see Alex staring at me with a clenched fist and a hooded eyes.

I smirked, seeing he was getting affected by my closeness with Noir.

"Sure, why not?" I accepted Noir's outstretched hand for the dance and followed him to the center of the ballroom.

With grace and poise, we both danced to the slow but sensual tune of the violin.

Noir was holding my gaze with his and I gulped when I saw the look of longing in his eyes.

I saw all the feelings Noir had for me, but I just couldn't reciprocate it. Father's contract still stands and even without the contract, I don't see myself being with Noir at all.

"You look stunning tonight, Rika." Noir suddenly commented, pulling me out of my ongoing thoughts. I didn't know if it was alright to just smile and ignore this compliment, or say thank you and ignore him.

"Thank you." I chose the latter.

He nodded and twirled me around, "After this dance, I would like to have a word with you." He said and I raised a brow.

I already guessed what he wanted to say, Definitely has something to do with marriage and being his Luna.

I sighed, then nodded. Yes was always a problem solver, but No was a troublemaker.

Thankfully, the dance ended quickly and it was time to make a speech on the stage.

my left when I felt a light tap from someone, I saw Kat smiling

miss, time for your big speech." She

it was needed before I got on stage. Since Jace wasn't here, I just wanted the

rubbing my back soothingly. "You'll do great,

to face her. "You're late." I muttered and she

in the air

"Sorry, traffic as always."

no choice but to forgive

patted her hair softly,

as she returned the

exchanged our usual pleasantries, she went to greet Paula while I walked upto the stage for

back at me, I cleared my throat with a smile and

Alpha of the Ironclaw Pack, it's an honor to stand before you tonight. I want to start by expressing my gratitude for all

who make up this city, Fangoria. It's a special occasion because this year, I had the privilege of hosting this party in place of my father,

always been the

soul of

while his absence is deeply felt, I want to take this opportunity

the true meaning of this season - love, unity, and

the bonds we share, to be

grateful to each and

who are a part of this pack and other packs in Fangoria, for your loyalty and love. Together, we are stronger, and together, we will overcome any obstacle that

you, and may this holiday season be filled with joy

to meet my friends who were wiggling

moment I stood before

Kat

out there." She commented and Paula gave a nod, also reaching

I warned, eyeing her and earning a whine from

bully me in this time of my vulnerability. You guys make me feel left out because I'm pregnant." She lamented and I gave her a confused

keep you away from any potential harm that could befall

them both and shook

child,

work because she breathed out

like it, let's go greet more guests." I said and pulled them to come with

went around greeting

and their pack

reason, I felt that one person wasn't here and

city and needed to be