My Cursed Mate

Ingrid warmly welcomed them and gave Kazandra a warm and tight hug while rubbing her back. “Are you ready?” She whispered before gently pushing her and looking at her from head to foot.

Kazandra looked at her in confusion but Ingrid only gave her a smile. Vega who was just behind Kazandra heard what she said but he maintained his straight face despite the confusion that arose within him.

They entered the house and found that Megrez was already waiting for them in the living room. He was casually sitting on the sofa with a cup of coffee in his hands while looking at his phone. A woman was seated beside him with a magazine in her hands. She has long curly black hair and was dressed in a white long-sleeved dress.

As soon as they stepped inside the room, the woman stopped reading and stood up with a grin on her face. Kazandra could now clearly see her features; she was beautiful with her black soulful eyes and red lips that matched her beautiful smile.

She met them and did not hesitate to give Vega a tight hug. “I missed you so much!”

Vega returned the hug and even rubbed her back with affection. “I missed you too.”

The woman pulled back and looked at her brother. “I’m glad that you are okay. I was really worried when they told me that you got kidnapped. What were you doing? How could you let anyone kidnap you!?” Her tone went from someone caring to scolding.

“It won’t happen again, I promise you.” Vega gently squeezed Ascella’s arms and gave her a sweet smile.

Ascella nodded then her attention shifted to Kazandra who had been staring at the both of them ever since she hugged Vega. “Is she the one?” Her question was directed at Vega but she was looking at Kazandra.

“Yes,” Vega answered without missing a beat.

“That was fast. How can you be so sure?” She looked back at her brother. She couldn’t forget that a few weeks ago he returned home because he was so confused and now, he was pretty much sure about her. “It’s just a few weeks and now you are confident?”

“Ascella…” Vega shook his head. His sister was on it again. She likes provoking anyone who wanted to get close to him or to Megrez and she still had that habit now. “Do you want me to do this to your mate?”

Ascella laughed and shook her head. “Alright, I’ll stop.” She stepped towards Kazandra and held both of her hands. “I’m glad to finally meet you. I’m Ascella Ishmael, Vega’s younger and most favorite sister.”

“That’s because you are my only sister.” Vega added which made Ascella snort and look back just to give him a glare.

“Alright, enough of that. Take a seat first and have some snacks. I know that you are all tired from the trip, so let’s relax for now.” Megrez stopped them and gestured for them to sit down instead of standing at the entrance.Content from NôvelDr(a)ma.Org.

Before Vega could take the space beside Kazandra, Ascella was quick and took the spot before giving her brother a wink. Vega shook his head and instead took the opposite single couch in front of them. Reiga chose to take an extra seat that was a few steps away from them. Evos led Ravina to the couch that was near Kazandra and both of them sat down.

The servants distributed the refreshments they prepared which they accepted with a bow. After everyone has started eating, Megrez finally spoke and the first one he looked at was Evos who suddenly sat straight.

“Is she your mate?” Megrez looked at Ravina as if measuring her.

The gaze made Ravina nervous and anxious. She had never been stared at with such intensity all her life. Evos already explained to her the situation and introduced the man to her beforehand so she had the time to prepare herself. She couldn’t help but also express her worries because she was not like them. She was worried that the people in his pack won’t accept her.

Evos did his best to assure her that the Alpha was reasonable and kind and that she had nothing to worry about. With his constant reassurance and Kazandra’s comfort, she managed to calm down a bit. But after reaching the pack, she couldn’t calm her heart and now that the Alpha was looking at her, she found herself getting even more uneasy.

“Yes, Alpha. She is Ravina del Fante,” Evos answered with a smile.

Megrez nodded. “Congratulations on finding her,” he grinned and dropped the serious act. He gave Ravina a smile and a nod. “It won’t be easy for you to be with a werewolf but I hope that the both of you will help and support each other.”

“Yes, Alpha.” Evos grinned widely as he looked at Ravina who finally relaxed after seeing that the Alpha was only acting.

“Thank you, Alpha.” There was a smile on her face. She held her mate’s hands and tightly squeezed them. They shared a moment with only their eyes but the whole room could feel the strange pinkness inside the room.

“Now,” the Alpha looked at Vega, “my dear brother, what should I do with you?”

Vega became serious, “It’s my fault.”

Megrez sighed. “Let’s talk about this later for now, let’s enjoy the food.” He did not want to ruin the mood.

They agreed and continued with light hearted conversations. The atmosphere was really good and they were enjoying their meeting when they were interrupted by Rick.

“The elders are here,” he reported. This one phrase made immediately turned the room tense.

Megrez sighed and shook his head while Vega had a frown on his face. The council of elders was already dissolved but these elders still wanted to meddle with matters that doesn’t really need their opinion. But Megrez couldn’t just turn them down, they were still elders and respected by the pack. He was giving them face because of their experience and the status they once held within the pack.

“Just let them in.” Megrez then looked at Ascella and gave him nod.

Ascella stood up and urged Kazandra and Ravina to stand up. Ingrid also stood up and followed them as they were led outside the living room. They went up the second floor to Ascella’s room and away from a war that was about to happen.