Sold To The Alphas I Hate novel Chapter 388

Chapter 388: First Dance

Eira’s POV

The ceremony began with solemn dignity.

Evan stood at the center of the grand hall as the royal prayer to the Moon Goddess was offered. The chants echoed through the vast space, ancient and powerful, wrapping around the walls like a blessing woven from generations past.

After the prayer, he stepped forward to receive blessings from the elders of his pack. One by one, they approached him, placing their hands over his head or shoulders in symbolic acceptance.

Then came the Alphas from other packs.

A declaration followed. Evan was formally acknowledged as the heir of the HollowCrest Pack.

The hall erupted in applause.

Gifts were presented next. Rare artefacts, precious metals, heirloom weapons, and treasures that spoke of alliances and respect were laid before him.

The ceremony slowly transitioned into celebration.

Music filled the air. Musicians took their places. The rigid structure of tradition gave way to warmth and festivity.

Evan shared his first dance with his mother.

Luna Iris moved with effortless grace, her hand resting delicately in her son’s as they circled the floor. It was not merely a dance. It was a statement of lineage, of love, of continuity.

The hall cheered softly as they completed their turn.

Soon, other couples began to join the floor.

Alpha Gerald stepped forward to take Luna Iris into his arms. They moved together in perfect harmony, years of bond evident in every step.

I watched them, quietly admiring the elegance of it all. My parents were perfect together.

"Shall we?" Kael’s voice murmured beside me.

I turned to him as if he had suggested something scandalous.

"Of course not," I whispered urgently. "I don’t know how to dance like that."

"You will," he said simply, already rising.

Before I could protest further, he took my hand.

"Kael—"

"Trust me."

The certainty in his tone left no room for argument.

He led me to the dance floor.

My heart pounded wildly as we stepped among the other couples. I was painfully aware of the eyes around us.

"Kael, I don’t want to embarrass you," I muttered, panic creeping in.

He positioned my hand gently on his shoulder. His other hand enclosed mine, while his free hand settled firmly yet respectfully at the small of my waist. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

"You could never embarrass me," he said quietly. "You are the reason for my pride."

My breath hitched.

"Just follow my lead."

At first, I was stiff. Hesitant. Afraid to misstep.

But I had been watching other women dancing.

Without realizing it, my mind had absorbed the rhythm and patterns of the others. And Kael... he was skilled. Confident. His movements guided mine seamlessly.

It felt as though he controlled every step, every turn, every shift of weight. I only had to trust him. Slowly, my body began to relax.

The music carried us.

And before I knew it, I was no longer counting steps or worrying about stumbling. I was simply moving with him. I surprised myself.

I could feel the weight of many eyes on us, but I chose to ignore them. My focus remained on Kael.

He was, without question, the most striking man on that floor. Tall, commanding, every movement precise and controlled. Even among royalty, he stood out.

I noticed the way the shewolves watched him. Their gazes lingered too long. Curious. Hungry. As if they had nothing else to see in this huge hall except for my mate.

Then I felt the shift in Kael. A slight tightening of his jaw. A faint frown between his brows.

"What happened?" I whispered, keeping my smile in place for the sake of appearances.

"I should not have brought you here," he muttered quietly.

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