My Promised Rejection (Olivia and Ace) novel Chapter 101

Della Sixteen Years Old

I smile as I help my sister and brothers get dressed for the ceremony. My parents asked me not that long ago when I planned on taking the crown. I think they thought I would feel this need to rule the minute I turned eighteen, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. I’d be alright with not becoming queen for a long time and Amethyst agrees. Despite being a wolf I will live for as long as my Lycan family which means I will be queen for a very long time.

Besides at some point the goddess expects me to become ruler of all the supernaturals which is even more overwhelming. I know I’m powerful but that is a lot to think about. Truth be told, I want to meet my mate and spend time with him before I have to take on the responsibility of the one kingdom, let alone all of them. 1 know its my duty but Amethyst insists we will know when its time to reveal our true self to the supernatural world.

“Sissy, you look so pretty” Charlie says and I smile. “Thank you, so do you Charlie.” She is wearing a pink princess dress. The boys are all dressed in black dress pants and white button down shirts. Maverick, Charlie, and Oliver are now twelve. The older boys think they are our protectors. I never tell them I don’t need protection. Its cute and I love them for wanting to keep me and Charlie safe.

Eren and Matthew just turned six. I was grateful when we found out they would be Lycans too. I know my parents were worried about the difference between how long wolves lived compared to Lycans. My mother broke down when I told her that I would be no different than the other pups. “Alright guys its time to go down and find Nana Evie and Grandpa Xavier. Don’t forget you have to be quiet during the ceremony.”

“Alright sissy” they all say in unison. I smile because I know the only reason they have promised to be on their best behavior is because I promised they could play with Amethyst after the ceremony was over. She has gotten bigger as I’ve grown older. She is the size of an alpha wolf, but her fur is still the beautiful deep purple color. If not for my promise, they would behave like typical five–year–olds at a boring ceremony. They would be hellions. I take Eren and Matthew’s hand, and we make our way down to the foyer where our family is waiting.

As soon as Cali sees us, she runs over hugging me and Charlie.

They are best friends since they are so close in age. I’m glad they are so close. Especially since Nana Evie and Grandpa Xavier have decided to move to the castle. Mom wanted Nana close, especially taking over her duties with all the pups. Before they agreed, I was worried about Charlie making friends. She is very shy. “There are my girls” Nana says, hugging us both. “And my handsome grandsons” she says hugging the boys.

“Let’s go take our seats. The ceremony will be starting soon,” Grandpa Xavier says with a smile.

He turns to face me. “Sweet girl, your mom and dad asked that you stay here to wait for them. They want you to be part of the ceremony since you are their oldest pup and one day the kingdom will be yours” he says before pressing a kiss on my forehead. They never said anything about this to me, so I’m a little shocked. A few minutes later my mom and dad step into the room. Tears well in my eyes at how beautiful they each look.

Amethyst giggles at me, calling my dad beautiful. “Handsome alright,” I say. My mother is wearing a ball gown the same color as my dress. It matches Amethyst’s eyes perfectly. Her hair is pulled up into a bun and her light makeup only accentuates her natural beauty. My father is wearing a suit and a tie that matches my mother’s gown. His hair is slicked back, and he kept the short, neat beard he has been sporting for a while now.

They move to step in front of me. They both bend and press a kiss on my forehead. For being the special midnight wolf, I’m not built like a typical she–wolf. I’m on the shorter side and curvy. Most she–wolves are model thin and tall. I don’t mind being different but sometimes I’d like to be like everyone else. “Sweet pea, are you ready,” my dad asks. “I am but I’m suprised. I didn’t realize I would be going onto the stage.” My mother cups my cheek with her hand. “We wanted you to stand with us. You are our first pup and the future queen. You should be there,” my mom says.

I nod and hug them both. We make our way through the double doors and take the short walk through the garden. When we step through the arch, my steps falter. I knew that many packs would be represented here today, but I never imagined the number of wolves present. We continue to walk down a long aisle until we reach the stage where my Grandpa Hudson and Nana Amber are waiting. I look at the front two rows and smile when I see my whole family smiling at me.

When they both squeal, I chuckle. “I’m surprised there aren’t more guards around the future queen,” a deep voice says from behind me. I turn and come face to face with the young man that Amethyst called my potential mate. My heart starts to beat a little faster. I’m not sure if its his closeness or Amethyst’s words from earlier.

“I can take care of myself. Besides, I’m not queen yet.” He chuckles before he offers me his hand. I take it without hesitation. Something about him makes me think he sees me as weak. “It’s nice to meet you, future queen Della. My name is Ronan Whitlock, future Alpha of the Night Walker Pack,” he says.

The minute our skin touches, I feel the faintest tingle but neither of us acknowledge it. Maybe he isn’t old enough to feel it. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ronan. If you’ll excuse me, I need to join my parents.” “Of course, my queen. I hope we see each other again” he says.

He turns to rejoin the older woman whose eyes haven’t left me. He is very handsome, but something about him has me leery of his intentions. “Amethyst, stopping blocking me. We need to talk, and you need to explain what the hell you meant by potential mate.” She whimpers but drops the block. I need to know what the hell is going on.