Luna's Odyssey

Dahlia's POV

Today's my eighteenth birthday and I still haven't shifted to my wolf, Dahlia thought to herself

'But you have one right?' Nyx, Dahlia's wolf said interrupting her thoughts

'Get dressed and go dazzle them', she added

'Dazzle?' Dahlia's thoughts swirled in a maddening circle, refusing to settle

'Yes, dazzle', Nyx said with a firm resolve

She was actually aware of where Dahlia was headed

'I can't dazzle anyone with this frail looking body of mine covered in bruises, besides, I don't own any attractive clothing'

Nyx's voice was a gentle breeze on a summer's day, soothing and persuasive. "You may be right, but look at the bright side," she coaxed, her words dripping with honey. "You're pretty, very pretty." Her gaze locked onto hers, warm and convincing, as if the mere act of speaking the words could make them true.

And believe me, she wasn't wrong

Dahlia possesses long, wavy brown hair that falls past her shoulders, deep dark blue eyes like the ocean at night, small and delicate nose with a slight upturn, slender and lithe, and frail body with graceful movements and just a bit shorter than average.

'You're not wrong you know' Dahlia said with a smirk on her face

'Hey witch, would you hurry up' Katherine, the Luna's daughter yelled at her

Dahlia and Nyx spoke in unison, their voices a chorus of exasperation: "Oh boy." Dahlia's eyes rolled heavenward, as if seeking divine intervention from the impending chaos.

Katherine's anger was palpable as she strode into the room, her eyes flashing with irritation yet the spark that ignited this inferno remained unknown

'Didn't you hear me, hurry up', Katherine snapped irritably

Finally, I was dressed

Dahlia was dressed in a simple deep red linen gown with cherry accents. It wasn't long nor was it short; it fell just to the floor. The classic neckline framed her face perfectly, and the modest sleeves ended at her wrist. As she stood there, staring into the mirror, she felt a new sense of confidence and strength that she had never felt before. It was as if she was finally able to see herself clearly for the first time, free of the judgement and expectations of others. She felt beautiful, inside and out even though the dress wasn't something a celebrity would wear

"Seriously, how many times do you need to check your reflection?" Katherine spat, her words dripping with malice. "You're not going to magically transform into a supermodel. Newsflash: you're ugly, and that's not going to change." Her eyes flashed with contempt.

Dahlia's wolf growled in anger, it was as if Nyx was going to break out of Dahlia

"Chill, I've tamed the beast. Nyx might've put up a fight, but I've got this."

It was finally time for me to enter into the hall

I took a deep breath, ready to enter the hall, make up free, thanks to Katherine's tantrum earlier. I rolled my eyes recalling how she wouldn't let me wear make up

As Dahlia entered the big hall, she noticed the way the sunlight danced across the polished floor, creating small rainbows in the corners of the room. The scent of the fresh flowers filled her nose, and she felt a sense of calm and serenity wash over her. The high ceilings made the room feel even larger, and she felt like she was floating in

The big hall was a spacious and elegant room, with high ceilings and large windows that let in plenty of natural light. The walls were painted a soft cream color, and the floor was covered in a plush, dark red carpet. The room was decorated with vases of fresh flowers, and a large table was set up in the center of the room, covered with a white tablecloth and laden with food and drinks. Everything in the room seemed to sparkle and glisten, as if it had been polished to

As Dahlia's eyes adjusted to the light, she noticed a sea of familiar faces gathered in the big hall. There was the Luna, looking regal and imposing, and the Alpha, with his strong and confident presence. Her packmates were there too, looking happy and excited.

She saw her packmates chatting and laughing with each other. The Luna and Alpha were watching over the crowd, their faces stern and serious. Dahlia felt a sense of unease, as if she was an outsider in her own pack. No one seemed to notice her, or even care that she was there. She felt invisible, like a ghost.

'Hey, relax', it was Nyx talking

'It's your big day!" Nyx said, trying to lift my spirits.

"Don't let anyone stress you out."

I smiled wryly. "Easy for you to say. You're not the only fragile-looking person here."

Nyx raised an eyebrow.

"Fragile? You're not fragile – you're just... delicate."

I laughed. "Delicate? That's just a nice way of saying I'm breakable."

Nyx smiled. "Well, just remember, you're beautiful, no matter what."

'Alright mom', I added playfully

Honestly, I am really thankful to have Nyx, she's my only companion

'I don't know what I would have done without you', I said to Nyx

'Obviously, nothing,' she said, smirk still intact

Nyx's arrogant tone was comical, and we both ended up in hysterics. As we laughed, my worries disappeared.

Nyx's expression turned sincere, and she said, "I love you, girl. You're my rock."

I smiled, feeling a deep sense of calm. "I love you too, Nyx."

Nyx and I are one, well that's obvious because she's like my conscience, I get to communicate with her and she gets to do same with me

Don't mind me, Nyx is my wolf even though I haven't transformed yet, she has the ability to communicate and share her thoughts with me

Honestly, I feel really glad to have Nyx with me, my life's been a living hell, it's not like it still isn't though but at least I have someone I can communicate with, I'm more than happy with that. Nyx is family to me

Asher's POV

'Yo bro, chill', I said to my wolf, Kai

Kai's eyes shone with excitement.

'I wish I could, bro, but I just met my mate.'

I followed his gaze to a maiden with long, wavy brown hair, dressed in a simple yet elegant deep red linen gown.

'You mean that thing?'

I asked, raising an eyebrow.

Kai nodded enthusiastically.

'Yes, that girl'

I couldn't help but express my doubts.

'And she's not a thing, she's our mate,' Kai added sounding all serious

'No way, bro. That can't be your mate.'

Kai's face fell, but he asked, 'Why not?'

'She's way too frail and UGLY'!!!!!!

She's not your mate."

I said bluntly, not sugarcoating a word I said

Kai's frustration grew, but I could sense the sincerity in his voice.

'Who cares about that?' he asked, his voice filled with conviction.

I shrugged. 'I do.'

The conversation continued, with Kai refusing to back down. 'Dude, chill,' I said, trying to calm him down. But Kai was resolute.

'No, not when you won't let me meet my mate.'

I realized I needed to approach the situation differently.

'Kai, you can't just walk up to a lady and say "marry me, you're my mate." She'll think you're crazy.'

Kai's expression softened, and he nodded. 'You're right. I guess I got a bit carried away.'

Dahlia stood at the top of the grand staircase, its sweeping curves framing her like a scene from a fairy tale. The polished marble gleamed under the flickering torchlight, casting a warm glow across her face and the Alpha's as he raised his goblet in a toast to her. The crowd below gazed up

Dahlia's POV

'Alright everyone', the Alpha said as he clicked his glass of wine.

'As you all know, today is the birthday celebration of...', he paused for a while and stared at me

'Today is the birthday celebration of one of us', he finally added

As the Alpha made his toast, I felt a shiver run down my spine. Someone was watching me, and I could sense the intensity of their gaze. I turned to face them, and my eyes met those of a guy who seemed to be boring into my very soul.

He stood tall and muscular, his broad shoulders and chiselled jawline hinting at his strength and power. His dark hair was cropped short, accentuating his sharp, piercing eyes. His dark, ruggedly handsome features seemed to draw the attention of every maiden in the room, but his focus remained solely on me

His eyes bore into mine, filled with a venomous mix of disgust and hatred. I felt a chill run down my spine as I wondered what I could have done to warrant such a malevolent glare.

'He's your mate', Nyx said, breaking me from my thoughts

"Huh?" I asked, seeking clarification.

Nyx's response was straightforward. "He's our mate."

I noticed a lack of enthusiasm and asked, "Nyx, why aren't you excited? He's really good-looking."

Nyx's tone turned solemn. "Don't you see the way he looks at you? With disgust and contempt?"

'I do, but let's not judge a book by its cover'

"I guess I'm not exactly the perfect mate, huh?" I said, trying to make light of the situation.

Nyx's response was playful but firm. "Hey, hey! No talking down about yourself! You're awesome, and don't let anyone make you feel otherwise."

I grinned, feeling a bit better.

"Let's just ignore him and enjoy my special day."

Nyx smiled, seeming to relax. "You got me, I won't let it bother me."

While Nyx and I were having our little chit-chat, the Alpha was still giving a speech

Nyx raised an eyebrow. "It's just a birthday party, not some formal pack gathering."

I smiled at her sarcastic tone.

The Alpha concluded his speech, and the room filled with polite applause.

'Everyone, let's welcome the celebrant', the Alpha said and with that, everyone had a huge round of applause with a smile on their faces while I stepped forward with a smile plastered on my face

Nyx muttered, "Their smiles are fake."

I chuckled. "Let's give them a break."

After the introduction, the party resumed, and I was largely ignored. However, the young man's gaze filled with disdain bothered me.

Nyx noticed my unease. "Don't let it get to you."

I confessed, "But you said he's my mate, and that worries me."

Nyx's tone turned defensive. "A true mate wouldn't look at you with contempt, especially upon first meeting." She expressed her frustration.

"I don't get why they all look down on you, even your mate."

I reassured her. "I won't let it bother me. Please calm down; it's making me uncomfortable. Usually, you're the one who comforts me."

"Also..."

Nyx interrupted me, saying, "Fine! I get it!"

We both laughed and then Nyx's expression turned serious.

"Speaking of the devil..." She gestured toward my sister and the young man. I turned to see them talking and felt a wave of disgust.

"They're a match made in heaven, aren't they?" I said sarcastically.

Nyx nodded in agreement. "Absolutely."

After walking around the venue for some time, unenthused and disconnected, I decided to leave the venue.

"I'd like to head out, is that okay?" I asked Nyx.

"I'm fine with it, this party's a bore," she said.

As we neared the exit, my supposed mate appeared, confronting me directly.

As we neared the exit, my supposed mate appeared, confronting me directly.

Asher asked, "The celebrant's leaving already?"

I replied, sassily, "How may I assist you?"

Nyx whispered, excitedly, "Way to go, girl! You're rocking this!"

Asher grinned. "You're quite the firecracker. I'm Asher Thorn to be precise"

I rolled my eyes. "That still doesn't answer my question."

Nyx cheered me on. "At it, girl! Don't let him get away with it!"

As we neared the exit, my supposed mate appeared, confronting me directly.

Asher asked, "The celebrant's leaving already?"

I replied, sassily, "How may I assist you?"

Nyx whispered, excitedly, "Way to go, girl! You're rocking this!"

Asher grinned. "You're quite the firecracker. I'm Asher Thorn to be precise"

I rolled my eyes. "That still doesn't answer my question."

Nyx cheered me on. "At it, girl! Don't let him get away with it!"

Could you at least try to be nice and show some respect, I'm an Alpha," he said, sounding serious.

I ignored him and just walked past him before I could get to the exit, I felt a hand pull me back

'Show some respect', Katherine who was visibly angry said

'I just want to go back to my room, is that too much to ask for?', I asked already getting angry

'You should be grateful the Alpha of the Blue Moon Pack is having a conversation with a low life like you', she said, already feeling irritated

'Well, this low life never asked him to, did she?', I said as I was also getting irritated by their attitude

'You...', I just stormed off without waiting to hear what Katherine had to say

Asher's POV

After the Alpha had already introduced the celebrant', my supposed mate, everyone continued partying.

While everyone was partying, I decided to have a convo with the Alpha's daughter, Katherine. She had a graceful stature, with long flowing hair, the colour of ebony cascading down her back. Her eyes, a mesmerising shade of emerald green, sparkle with intelligence and wit. She carries herself with poise and elegance, her fashion sense a blend of sophistication and modern flair.

The Alpha's daughter was indeed a beauty

'Why couldn't she just be my mate?', I asked Kai with a disappointing tone but he wasn't even interested in what I had to say.

While having a leisurely conversation with Katherine, I saw the girl who was meant to be my mate just walk around casually not speaking with anyone, at first I thought she was just taking in the view of everything but then I found it strange and decided to ask Katherine

'Umm... Sorry to ask but why is she just walking around without speaking to anyone?', I asked Katherine while pointing in her direction

Katherine turned her attention to where I was pointing and replied

'She doesn't have anyone to talk to neither does she have any friends'.

'Ohh', I simply replied

'Hey', Kai called

'Looks like she's leaving', he said

'Go and have a quick talk with her', he added and I just sighed

'Excuse me', I told Katherine

"The celebrant's leaving already," I said, but her response was icy. "How may I assist you?" she asked, dismissing my question. I struggled to maintain my composure.

Kai reminded me, "Stay calm, Asher, be nice."

I briefly introduced myself, but she seemed uninterested, especially when she discovered I was an Alpha. Her face twisted in disgust. As she turned to leave, Katherine suddenly appeared and blocked her path.