Fated is overrated

I have to fight a smile as their laughter is infectious, and I love to see them like this, so happy and carefree. The topic however, is not so funny. I press my lips into a thin line, before saying " well that's just... Great". Damon is still chuckling and wiping his eyes, when he says "but in all seriousness. Why not let them come?". "Because they'll ruin the entire thing for me!" I pout like a little girl, folding my arms across my chest. Which in turn, makes them chuckle again. "On a serious note, we kind of have to invite them Lola, we have to invite all Kings, Queens and their children from all Kingdoms out of courtesy".

"Fine" I huff, still pouting at my predicament. Damon wraps his arm around me and says "don't worry sis, I've got your back. Now let's go get my favorite sister a stunning dress to steal the show and some hearts in the process!".

I roll my eyes playfully and laugh "you only have 1 sister! And as long as I get to pick it out. Your style is too slutty for me"."

Tsk tsk! You are sexy and you need to show it. Now let's goooooo" he all but runs out the door. As my father and I chuckle, I walk out the door to go join him for some shopping.

Damon POV

Although I absolutely hate shopping, I can't wait to do it with my sister. First and foremost because I just want to spend any time with her I can get. Visit Job ni b .co m to read the complete chapters for free. But secondly, because she is a stunner, and I want her to stop hiding that. I want her to make those pups, or anyone else of her choosing, work for it.

I do think Zeke and Zane still have a very minor shot with her, but they will really need to work their *sses off and stop f*cking things up. I don't dislike them, I just dislike what they did to my sister. I used to be friends with them even, I know they are good at heart. Lucian however, is a different story.

Something about the guy never sat well with me, as if he would throw me over any chance he got. And the way he was talking about Lola being unfit to lead because she is a woman antagonized me more than I can put into words. I'm still laughing at how she put the little rat in his place though. He thought she was just a docile, dragonless little girl. I would love to see him challenging her again, oh he would rue the day.

I am taking my sister shopping not only for the party, but for the night of clubbing we made a deal for. And which I am dragging her to this Friday, to get her in the mood a bit for the party.

I am bringing my best friends as always, but I have had a stern chat with all of them that my sister is strictly off limits. I know they would all take a shot if I wouldn't.

And, quite honestly, I'll be surprised if not at least one of them still caves despite my death threat. Luckily for me, Lola is more than capable of putting anyone in their place if needed be. I just don't want her to be bothered by any males, she has enough mate drama as it is. "Geez slow down!" she comes running up to me, bringing me back from my train of thoughts. "Sorry, just got excited. We are shopping for this Friday too, you know". She furrows her brows "what is going on Friday?".

"The night of clubbing you agreed to if I would take you shopping!". And with that, I race off towards the car, hoping she won't be able to fight with me if I'm already in the car.

I hear her yelling at me how I tricked her and what not, but I pretend I don't hear her and jump into the driver's seat of my Aston Martin DBS Volante, in a beautiful bright red color. As she approaches the car, her mouth drops open whilst staring at it.

"Are you going to get in or what?" I grin at her. "Dame, this is your car?" she breathes out. I grimace at the pet name. "Sis, you really need to change that nick name for me. Or I will start calling you one you won't like either". She grins evilly "I'll think about it, Dame". "Suit yourself, care bear". Her face drops and she grimaces "fine, I won't call you Dame anymore", rolling her eyes playfully. "Too late now, care bear" I laugh, before speeding off towards the mall I want to take her to.

Lola POV

After some hours on the road (I lost count, but I know we drove quite far), we pull up to an all too familiar mall. This is the mall Nadia and I came to for our birthday dresses.

The memories of that day, and our entire friendship, come flooding back and they leave a bitter taste in my mouth. But with Damon, and our 6 guards that we definitely do not need as 2 of the 3 strongest dragons around, I'll be just fine. "Everything ok?" he asks, probably noticing the change in my playful mood. I put up a smile and say "yeah. It's just.. This mall is close to Red Dagger".

"Sh*****t! Ok let's, go we'll find..."

"no Dame, it's fine" I loop my arm through his and drag him forward. "Where were you planning to go?". "Are you sure?" he asks questioningly." Positive" I smile at him.

We head inside and after having went through multiple high end boutiques, I now have an entire new wardrobe for myself. Comfy clothes, casual clothes, sportswear and even dresses and tops that could be considered sexy.

I have an absolutely stunning dress I am planning on wearing tomorrow. My brother is right, I should put in an effort to look my best, as the party is being held in my honor after all.

And well, who knows, I may be able to find someone worth-while. Am I ready for that, though? Nick's words have been replaying in my head over and over again. I know he genuinely wanted me to be happy, whatever and with whomever that would entail. Food for thought.

The only thing left to buy is undergarments, but I'm guessing Damon doesn't want to join me on that trip, so I will go there after having had some food with him.

I suddenly see some use in bringing our guards, as they are now carrying all our bags. Poor guards' I snicker to Damon over our mind link. Damon snickers back as we walk through the courtyard in search of a place to have lunch, before I hit the lingerie shop and we can leave.

Just when I thought I had gotten away without bumping into anyone from my past, I hear a symphony of loud, collective gasps behind me. I turn around and freeze in place. About all of the ghosts from my past except David have come to haunt me it seems.