Chapter 3
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(Noun) The fear of being hurt
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1 week.
168 hours.
10800 minutes.
604800 seconds.
That's how long it's been since the invitations of the ball have been sent out. That's how long it's been since the funeral ceremony of Marinette's parents.
The ball has been programmed for tonight, that is, the 21st of November, 2020.
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Marinette saw her reflection in the mirror. Content with her appearance, she went downstairs and waited for her Beta and Gamma along with their mates.
"Alpha Marinette," she turned around and greeted her Beta.
"Good evening Beta Adrien, Do you perhaps know how much time will your mate take?"
"Alpha, she is just putting on some last-minute touches," the Beta paused, "She'll be here in around 5 minutes."
In the nick of time, Adrien's mate, Kagami came down.
"Mari! You look gorgeous," Kagami exclaimed.
"Thank you, Beta- I mean Kagami. You don't look quite bad yourself," Marinette complimented her.
"Shall we go now?" Adrien asked becoming agitated.
"No, not right now. Don't you remember we also need to wait for Gamma Kim?"
"Ah, yes. How can I forget?" Adrien lazily commented.
As if he heard them, Gamma Kim came running down the stairs.
"Alpha, I am so sorry that I am late, I was finding my phone and I didn't realize the time," he apologized.
"I am letting you go this time do you understand?"
"Qui, Alpha. Merci," he thanked her.
"De rien."
"So Mari, are you going to ride with us," Kagami asked, feeling hopeful.
Marinette shook her head, "As much as I would love to ride with you guys, I prefer riding alone. And besides, I also have to test the new car that everyone got me, and besides, don't you think this is the perfect opportunity?"
"Okay, I guess," Kagami held her head in disappointment.
But Marinette did not hear her, she was already out of the room, going towards her new car.
Marinette needed to, no had to get out of the room. She could feel her anxiety rising to the peak. So, before she could have a mental breakdown in front of everyone, she walked out of the room.
Marinette grabbed her car eyes from the counter, heading out of the house. Just like Marinette, Gamma Kim also grabbed the car keys from the counter with Adrien and Kagami following behind him.
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Being the Alpha King, Damain had to get ready on time to meet his so-called guests.
Just as he was finished, there was a knock at his door.
"Come in."
Just like a week ago, Beta Richard entered the room. With a quick bow, he walked over to his Alpha.
"Alpha, the ball has commenced. The guests are starting to come," he informed.
Damain sighed, "Okay. You go ahead, I'll be there in a few minutes."
Richard gave him a bow, as a sign of respect, and deeper than what was required by his rank.
Damain walked down one of the big staircases that were built to give a majestic feeling. The hall, the chandelier, the staircases, every single detail in this ballroom was exactly like it was in Cinderella. This ballroom was designed by his mother and as you can notice, his mother was obsessed with happy endings.
This was the place where she was crowned the Luna Queen, where she got married and this was the place she found out her husband, her mate was cheating on her by none other than her sister.
Based on his experience, hating this place came naturally to him.
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Within an hour, Marinette and her group reached the required destination.
As she got nearer and nearer, her wolf-rose was jumping up and down in delight.
Both Damain and Marinette had a weird feeling something might happen, something....good.
They were all greeted by Beta Richard, who was at the entrance, assuring that everyone had a bonne journee.
(Good journey)
She felt this pull towards something. Something she couldn't make out, whether it was an object or a person pulling her.
Only time would tell, she thought.
And indeed only time would tell.
Marinette felt the distress of her wolf, more than ever now.
"Rose, are you okay," she asked.
"MATE! MATE! MATE!" Rose yipped.
She looked around the room. She did feel the bond, but it was too weak for her to follow.
She sat down on a nearby chair, hoping her mate might find her.
She couldn't stand in these heels!
"EVERYONE WELCOME, THE ALPHA KING, HIS MAJESTY, ALPHA DAMAIN," one of the omega's announced.
Everyone clapped and applauded. As the Alpha King walked down the staircase, she could feel her bond strengthen. However, she stayed put, thinking that it was nothing but a coincidence.
After mingling a bit with everyone, the Alpha King walked in her direction.
"Would you like to have a dance with me, Alpha Marinette?" Alpha Damian asked
Marinette stood there thinking about his offer, debating if she should go. There was something unusual about him, it was just that she couldn't recognize what it was.
"Well?" he prompted.
Dismissing the weird feeling in her stomach, she took his hand in hers. As soon as their hands touched, sparks were flying around, making them both go crazy.
"Mine," they both growled.
She couldn't believe who her mate was. The Alpha King! No this can't happen. She was just getting used to the work of an Alpha and now her being the Luna Queen.
Noticing her distress, Damain asked, "Are you okay, love?"
"No, I'm not okay. I never was," she slipped her hand out of his and ran towards the entrance.
"GUARDS! CATCH HER! MAKE SURE SHE DOESN'T ESCAPE!" Damain dictated.
Granted the guards were fast, but Marinette was faster. As the guards were about to reach her, Rose took over. For more efficient running, Marinette took off her heels and left them, only to be picked by Damain.
In the end, Marinette reached her house safely with the help of Rose. And as for Damain, he slept with his Mate's shoes beside him.