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.

when I felt a light tap from someone, I saw Kat

get on stage, miss, time for your big

I got on stage. Since Jace wasn't

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

away to face her. "You're late."

in the air in

"Sorry, traffic as always."

no choice but to forgive

her

blossomed on her face too as she returned the greeting,

to greet Paula while I walked

back at me, I cleared my

to stand before you tonight. I want to start by expressing my gratitude for all of you being here and for your

make up this city, Fangoria. It's a special occasion because

father has always been the

of

love. And while his absence is deeply felt, I want to take this opportunity to honor him and continue the traditions he instilled

remember the true meaning of this

to be there

grateful to each and every

other packs in Fangoria, for your loyalty and love. Together, we are stronger, and together, we

and may this holiday season be filled with joy peace, and endless blessings"I ended the speech in one breath and what followed afterwards

down from the stage to meet

at me the moment I stood

Kat

commented and Paula gave a nod, also reaching out

child." I warned, eyeing her

in this time of my vulnerability. You guys make me feel

Bully you when we're trying to keep you away from any potential harm that could befall our unborn little

them both

sake of the unborn child, stay away from wine."

and it seemed to work

go greet more guests." I said and pulled them to come

greeting all

and their pack Betas to another, everyone was

for some odd reason, I felt that one person wasn't here and that was the bitch who liked Alex, Serenity

of Fangoria city and needed to be present at least,