Captivating Lycans

Khalshara's point of view 

Everyone's gaze shifted towards the royal family as they entered the grand banquet ceremony. The moonlight cast a warm glow on the luxurious decorations and the scent of delicious delicacies wafted through the air, making my stomach growl with hunger. Thankfully, I had prepared some snacks before hand.

My gaze unconsciously travelled to where Matilda sat, her eyes stunned at the sight before her. And I must confess, this was the first time we both shared a common reaction. As it was, the stunned look on her face was exactly like mine.

Who wouldn't be bewildered at the sight of the heavy-muscle men before them?

Now, I can see why my step sisters, including every omega in the residence, made a fuss about the Lycan King and the royal family.

The hair on my body stood in awe as I watched the majestic werewolf tribe giants make their entrance. The air vibrated beneath my feet as I watched them take each walk in, footsteps echoing like thunder.

'Wow... So, huge...'

I heard someone whisper behind me.

I immediately turned to check who it was because the last thing I want is to be caught sneaking around. When I turned, Lily was all I saw. She was an injured stray cat I saved two years ago. 

Joy overwhelmed me and I surpressed an inner squeal. I hadn't seen Lily in weeks, maybe months. I had cried my eyes out the first week she didn't come home through my window. Two weeks later, I prepared a grave for her, thinking she had died. Her sudden return is about to bring me more delight and distractions from my step family's annoyance.

However, who spoke some seconds ago?

Was I hallucinating?

My father's booming voice interrupted my thoughts, "Let's all rise to give our respect to the Lycan King!"

The room erupted in a chorus, everyone bowing to reverence the Lycan King. "All hail the Lycan King! All hail your honor! The father of all tribes. May you continue to reign with sound health and prosperity!"

While they bowed, my gaze swept through the guests until they landed on the Lycan King's imposing figure. The Wolf King, popularly known as the Lycan King, is a giant, evidently taller than all wolves at the banquets. Although the Lycan King is the king of all Lycans, he is also the wolf king. Which means his authority is not only limited to the upper wolves but all of the wolves in each tribe. He has supreme power over us, and even my father, the Alpha King, wouldn't dare to cross him.

The Lycan King truly deserves to be referenced because his presence alone commanded respect. Even the sight of him was enough to instill fear in the hearts of everyone seated—mine included.

Still, it didn't stop me from fawning over the rest of the Lycans that make up his entourage. The Lycan King's entourage stood proudly beside him, their chiselled features and handsome faces making me almost drool.

Why are Lycans so captivating?

They are known for their legendary height, strength, and speed, and I had thought maids who gossiped about them were only exaggerating. I didn't expect them to also be so captivating.

My eyes once again trailed to the Lycan King, wanting to savour his handsomeness like I did with the rest. However, my eyes caught something I didn't notice at first—his mask!

'Why is he wearing a mask?' I wondered.

Is something wrong with his face?

Rumours of his tyranny didn't mention disfigurement. So, what's with the mask?

With all guests still bowing, the Lycan King gave a dismissive wave and everyone straightened up. He then took his seat on the majestic chair that I had prepared solely for him. His cloak unfolding like a dark waterfall as he took his seat.

Yet, I don't know if I'm just overthinking it, but I feel like there is something amiss about him.

By the way, where is his famous right hand man?

A man who has made every maid in the Alpha King's residence want to mate with him. Almost all the maids in the residence have been dreaming and crazily talking about him.

"I heard he is so handsome."

"Goddess, I hope I could see him during the banquet and make him fall in love with me."

"Seeing the Lycan King's right-hand man is also seeing the Lycan King. I hope I could get him to notice me."

They had said during the banquet preparations.

Remembering their talks now made curiosity build up within me, and I wanted to see him so badly. I wanted to know if he was just as they rumoured. My gaze travelled, searching the faces of each entourage for the eight-hand man.

Is that him?

Or him?

Nonetheless, I doubt if it was any of them since they all looked so handsome to drool at. But none seemed as close to the Lycan King as I heard his right hand man was. 

Disappointed, I heaved a sigh. It's not like I could recognise him anyway. I'll enjoy the handsome entourage instead. This is the first time I'll be seeing men more handsome than Brandon and Zack. Every other man in the pack was average in looks compared to them.

At the same time, my father stood before everyone to speak, "good evening Alphas and nobles. Thank you all for honouring our invitation and coming here today..."

While my father spoke, I decided to let myself have the luxury of fawning over those handsome Lycnas like my step sisters. Opportunities like this don't come every day, and for once in my life, I also want to act my age and enjoy the fun that comes with it. That way, I won't have any regrets when I find my mate, who might not be as handsome as the Lycans or even Zack and Brandon.

At the thought of my mate, a sweet scent wafted into my nostrils, driving me crazy like bees would to honey. It was a fragrance that I've never scented before. One that was out of this world.

At the same time, I felt something build up within me like a surge of emotions, staring relentlessly, wanting to take over my body and mind. I fought to remain in control of myself even though it seemed nearly impossible.

Something in me wants to emerge, like an outburst of emotion, and I think it's being controlled by the sweet sense that whispered into my nose.

Then, I heard it chanting excitedly in my head, "Mate! Mate! Mate!"

What?

Mate?

Here?

It can't be that my mate is among everyone gathered here because I should have sensed it before now.

If so, could it be that my mate is among the Lycan King's entourage?