Killing My Alpha Mate

The beautiful entrance is occupied by a lot of flamboyant cars. It takes a while to find a parking space.

My sole purpose here isn't to show off or impress anyone, just ask Nella about the crown and leave, maybe have a little fun before heading back.

The dress weighs me down, making my steps slow. Dumping the dress should be the first thing I'll do when I return.

It is a felony to look this good but feel so bad inside, what is the point of dressing up if you ain't comfortable?

Climbing up the steps Nella comes into view, wearing a white designer gown, a warm smile spreads on her face when she spots me, she looks a lot better than when we met, pregnancy does really make a woman glow. "Hailey so glad you could make it and I hope there isn't much trouble back at the pack, the news of Carter's demise is astonishing" she says with a worried look.

"It's a bit disheartening but we are doing the best we can to find out who is responsible for his death" I emphasize the 'death' watching her features intently.

"Well enough of all that, today is a celebration of life" she says showing no emotion, turning around she picks a bouquet and hands them to me. "Thank you so much, Luna," I said with a warm smile.

"Please call me Nella you can hand that to your maids"

"I didn't come with any I came alone" I say hoping it's not mandatory ignoring Lord Perry's voice that replays in my head.

"Oh my, things must really be distraught anyway Zara" She calls out.

A maid steps in with her head bowed.

"This is Zara she'll be your entourage for today cause I have a lot planned your hands can't carry so much"

"No that won't be necessary" I decline.

"I insist" she says, patting my hand slowly.

"Let's keep that aside" Nella says, taking the flowers and handing them to Zara.

With a smile, she pulls me inside the house leading me to the main room where a lot of women are.

All eyes are focused on me and Nella as we step into the room making me feel a little bit intimidated.

These women must have picked out their best dresses cause it looks like a fashion brand has popped up.

I'm suddenly thankful for Lord Perry if I had followed my intuitions and dressed simply I would have looked out of place.

"Oh, Nella you have returned" A lady to the left called, her hairstyle up and her dress extravagant.

"Sorry to leave you ladies but I had to go pick a friend."

"Welcome" A blonde sitting upfront says with a smile, she's dressed in yellow with a three-color strap running from her curvy waist down to the floor. "Thank you" I reply as we step closer.

"I'm..."

"Oh, we know about the legendary Haiket Stewart." I tense at her words, a bit startled. She knows my name with the tone she used. I'm sure she doesn't approve of me. "Yes I am glad to be in your presence"

"Oh the pleasure is all mine, I've always wanted to see the lady behind the rumors and mind my language but you don't look the part" a few ladies chuckle and I'm at a loss for words on how to respond. "Please ladies, we're here to have a good time, no negative words, please " Nella says politely as we sit on a sofa.

"Yes I mean Nella you're having your first child the opportunity my son's been waiting for" The ladies laugh quietly and I smile at Nella.

"We don't know if it's going to be a girl, it might be a boy for my daughter," Another lady chirps.

"Ohh please your daughter is way too old for the new baby"

"Haven't you heard the popular saying age is just a number"

"Not when it comes to my child it isn't besides we have no say who he or she is to betroth to, the moon goddess blesses all her children with befitting mates" Nella says rubbing her belly. "But these days ladies live their mates just to attain a position" the lady remarks briskly.

I'm vaguely aware she's referring to me but the smile on my face doesn't waver while I stare in any other direction besides hers.

"I mean Hailey for example left Carter for Jaden" she continues.

"That's not how the story goes, she left Jaden for Carter" another lady interjects.

"You must be outdated then Jaden made Hailey his luna not quite long ago"

"Why are you ladies arguing like she's not even in the room"

"You're right the lady in question is here we should just ask her, so Hailey did you truly get intimate with both men❞

"Not not at all" I say, finally gazing in her direction.

"I got intimate with your mate first he still hits me up when you're not around" the ladies laugh and her face twists in disgust "You're such a slut” she vents.

"Okay, ladies that's enough" Nella yells.

"Maybe we're all a little hungry. I'll go get snacks," Nella says rising.

"I'll help" I say standing too.

"No that won't be necessary you're my guest"

"I insist" I say smiling if there is a time to get any information it's now and I don't want to be left alone with these vile women. Before she can object I pull her away with a sigh as she leads the way to the kitchen.

It's a bit packed and smelled of freshly baked cookies and turkey syrup, and a few maids and chefs walk about doing their job. "I'm so sorry about that, trust me if I knew it ended up this way I wouldn't have invited her"

"No Nella it's fine I won't let little side comments get to me"

"I still feel bad," Nella says, holding my hand in hers.

"Nella I do need something" I begin softly, looking around to ensure no one is eavesdropping.

"Ask anything you need I'll be sure to help"

"I need information about the crown" I whisper, her eyes lose their glow as she pulls her hand away from mine.