Longing For My Rejected Luna novel Chapter 124

*****Erika's POV*****

Seeing the look in Noir's eyes when he greeted Alex, I knew the rift between them hadn't been sorted out yet.

And with those looks in their eyes, I needed to stop the both of them from taking senseless actions and spoiling the Christmas party.

"Noir." I called out softly. When our eyes met, I smiled at him.

He seemed to have understood the meaning behind the sudden call and he nodded.

Then I turned to Paula again, we all gave her our attention as she was going to be a mother in 5 months time. Yes, werewolves have their babies in 5 months.

"Erika, it's time for the couple's dance, would you like to have this dance?" Noir suddenly interrupted and I turned to look at him. A frown settled on my face, but when I saw his gaze on Alex, I understood that he wanted to make him jealous.

Was there a need for that?

Anyways, I had no other choice but to dance With Noir. It was the first dance and as the host, I needed to lead the way for the others.

I felt someone's gaze on me and I turned slightly to see Alex staring at me with a clenched fist and a hooded eyes.

I smirked, seeing he was getting affected by my closeness with Noir.

"Sure, why not?" I accepted Noir's outstretched hand for the dance and followed him to the center of the ballroom.

With grace and poise, we both danced to the slow but sensual tune of the violin.

Noir was holding my gaze with his and I gulped when I saw the look of longing in his eyes.

I saw all the feelings Noir had for me, but I just couldn't reciprocate it. Father's contract still stands and even without the contract, I don't see myself being with Noir at all.

"You look stunning tonight, Rika." Noir suddenly commented, pulling me out of my ongoing thoughts. I didn't know if it was alright to just smile and ignore this compliment, or say thank you and ignore him.

"Thank you." I chose the latter.

He nodded and twirled me around, "After this dance, I would like to have a word with you." He said and I raised a brow.

I already guessed what he wanted to say, Definitely has something to do with marriage and being his Luna.

I sighed, then nodded. Yes was always a problem solver, but No was a troublemaker.

Thankfully, the dance ended quickly and it was time to make a speech on the stage.

I turned to my left when I felt a light tap from someone, I saw Kat smiling at me.

"It's time to get on stage, miss, time for your big speech." She said mockingly and I smiled.

I reached out to pull her in for a hug, it was needed before I got on stage. Since Jace wasn't here, I just wanted the hug to ease the tension I felt.

"There, there." Kat cooed, rubbing my back soothingly. "You'll do great, just chill."

I obeyed, then pulled away to face her. "You're late." I muttered and she raised her hands in the air in surrender.

"Sorry, traffic as always."

I had no choice but to forgive and let go.

I smiled, then patted her hair softly, "Merry Christmas,"

A smile blossomed on her face too as she returned the greeting, "Merry Christmas, Alpha Erika."

After we both had exchanged our usual pleasantries, she went to greet Paula while I walked upto the stage for my speech.

Now standing before the entire audience, Everyone staring back at me, I cleared my throat with a smile and began.

"Good evening, everyone! As the Alpha of the Ironclaw Pack, it's an honor to stand before you tonight. I want to start by expressing my gratitude for all of you being here and for your unwavering support.

Tonight, we gather not only to celebrate the joyous holiday season but also to come together as the only people who make up this city, Fangoria. It's a special occasion because this year, I had the privilege of hosting this party in place of my father, who couldn't be here due to illness.