A Luna for the Lycan King novel Chapter 31

Chapter 31

Allissa

“No!” I batted Darren away as he tried to ravish me again. I had emerged from the bathroom and was looking at my reflection in the mirror. It showed the long silver gown clinging to my figure. The silky material flowed down to the floor, with a high slit on one side that revealed a hint of leg with each step. My makeup was flawlessly applied, accentuating my features and adding a touch of glamor to my look. In that millisecond, Darren was lifting up my dress and kissing my neck. Seriously, we had just spent the entire time devouring each other up until the last thirty minutes.

“Later, then,” he growled with a pout. I laughed and spun

around in his arms.

“Just try to keep me off of you later. You’ll be begging for a break.”

“Promise?” He dug his fingers in my skin as he looked me over.

Rising up on the tips of my toes, I pressed my lips gently against his. The feelings between us were intense, but it was everything I’d ever wanted. Every touch, every kiss was like a puzzle piece finally falling into place. I had always dreamed of this kind of connection with my mate, but I never understood how truly amazing it could be, until now.

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I stepped away from him and openly looked him over. Damn, he was the most attractive man I’d ever seen. Sometimes I felt like I needed to pinch myself to prove that this was real.

“If you have to dance with others, just don’t dance too closely,” I pouted, watching his lips curl up in a wide grin.

“Are you feeling jealous?”

“More like murderous.” He let out a loud laugh and wrapped his arm around me.

“Perfect. You are perfect.” He kissed my forehead and then led us out of the room. “It’s customary to dance with the guests, but we don’t have to.”

“We?” I looked up at him, watching the scowl on his face.

“Yeah, I’m disliking the idea more and more. Maybe we’ll just mingle and speak with them.” He chuckled. I watched his gaze lift to the end of the hall, following it to Lyle. He was wearing a bright blue suit with a silver tie. It looked exactly the same as what Darren was wearing. He was handsome, but nowhere near Darren’s level.

“It’s a packed house tonight. The ballroom is completely full. I guess everyone wants to see who Darren has taken for his mate.” Lyle then looked at me with a smile. “You won’t be disappointing them. However, that room is filled with disappointed women. Not sure why, though. None of them ever had a chance.”

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“I want you to keep your eyes on Ally at all times. You go where she goes. She heads to the ladies room, you should be right outside the door. You know how these events go. Both of us will end up swarmed. Everyone will want to get in Ally’s good graces.”

“I guess I didn’t think we would end up separated. I feel a little nervous now. I mean, I’m not afraid of anyone, but what if I say the wrong thing?” I let out a nervous giggle, biting my inner lip.

“You’re going to do just fine. Stay in the ballroom, though. It will be easier for me to keep an eye on you if we get separated. And you can refuse to dance with anyone.” Darren let out a quiet groan as his lips tugged down.

“Honestly, I don’t think there will be a lot of men willing to dance with Issy. No one wants you to rip their jugular out.” Lyle laughed, winking at me. “You were ready to punch me earlier. Not cool, bro.”

I watched as Darren looked down and made a quiet groan in affirmation.

“That means he’s sorry and he misinterpreted the situation because of his anger. In the future, he will try to do better.” I pursed my lips as Lyle flashed me a wide smile.

“All that from a tiny groan?” Lyle laughed.

“What? You didn’t understand that?” I squealed as Darren picked me up and twirled in a circle.

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“If I say yes, am I in danger again?” Lyle followed behind us laughing as we walked down the long hallway. As we neared the ballroom, I felt my heart rate increasing. I leaned more against Darren’s side when the doormen opened the two large doors.

A gentle melody filled the air, its sweet notes drifting through the room like a soft caress. The dancers twirled and swayed in their elegant dresses and sharp suits, creating a stunning display of movement and grace. The room was adorned with glittering chandeliers and lavish decorations, adding to the enchanting atmosphere. As we made our grand entrance, all eyes turned toward us, pausing their conversations and movements to take in our arrival.

“Tonight,” Darren began to speak, and you could hear a pin drop, “We are celebrating our kingdom’s future queen. Not only is this woman my mate, but she is the only woman in the world for me. I love her dearly, and I will protect her fiercely.” His last few words were said with a low warning growl that immediately shifted the tone of the room. I could see anxious faces. “Tonight is about honoring my mate. She has made our kingdom exponentially stronger and has secured our future moving forward. I present to you, Allissa, the future Mrs. Weston, the future queen, my mate, and my true love.”

The crowd erupted in a loud cheer as Darren leaned down to kiss my lips, publicly showing his affection for me.

“Beautiful, Darren,” Winifred said, walking up to us. She reached her hand out to me and smiled. “Come with me, dear. I want to introduce you to everyone. Darren, you have a guest visitor. He is with your father.” I watched her eyes motion to the

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far side of the room. I glanced in the direction. Milo was standing with several men. I recognized Heath, but there was another tall, muscular man near them that I had never seen before. The man’s rugged features were marred by a jagged scar that cut across his weathered check, a testament to the powerful magic that had once struck him. Even from a distance, I could see the pulsing aura of strength and determination emanating from him. His lips were drawn into a tight frown, with furrowed brows adding to the intensity of his expression. He stood out from the joyful crowd, his presence more serious and somber than those around him.