Chapter 28
Evelyn’s POV
The day of the Alpha King’s visit arrives whether we’re ready or not.
Now the day is here, I’m trying to remind myself I promised to be on my best behavior. Even if it feels like I’m putting on war paint as I run mascara through my lashes.
As I finish one last coat, I figure I look acceptable enough to be an Alpha’s wife. Acceptable enough for the grand welcoming ceremony Kane’s pack was throwing for the Alpha King.
Adding some lipstick, I sigh at my reflection before quickly smoothing my hands over my light-blue dress. I leave my room, heading to the pack house’s ballroom where the gathering is planned and I’m supposed to meet Kane.
When I come in through the door, the ballroom is done up beautifully. There is a wondrous array of flowers and gentle music playing from a nearby band. Many members of Kane’s pack are already there – including Bianca.
As I spot her, my brow lifts on its own as I take in her outfit. A cocktail dress that fits her every dip and curve, paired with a set of high black heels. She’s dressed to the nines, clearly trying to stand out amongst the crowd.
And surely intending to outshine me. She smugly smiles at me, taking the time to regard my outfit as if I’m wearing a trashbag. If only she knew that Kane had been the one to send it to my room.
That thought brings a pleased smile to my lips, allowing me to peacefully ignore her.
Walking through the ballroom, I continue to take in my surroundings, startled to realize that the blue hydrangeas placed in every bouquet match the color of my dress. I’m sure it’s purely coincidence, but I can’t help but stop to fiddle with one of the petals for a moment.
“Evelyn?”
The sound of Kane’s voice startles me, causing me to release the petal and turn to him.
Holy Goddess.
Kane may be infuriating. Completely impossible. But he sure is kneeweakening handsome.
That fact might make me hate him even more as he takes his final steps toward me. He’s in a casual suit, all black and perfectly tailored to his tall frame. His black hair is styled perfectly in a tame yet careless manner that makes my fingers twitch.
I have to squeeze my hand into a tight fist, my nails pressing into my palm. Kane stops in front of me, regarding me with his moss-colored eyes.
“Shall we?” he asks.
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“Shall we what?” I reply, glad that my voice is steady.
“Greet the Alpha King to own home,” he informs me. Already, he takes my hand, leading me forward and I’m surprised that I go willingly. Especially as I want to argue that this is not my home.
However, arguing with him would qualify as me being difficult, and with so many eyes and ears in our direction, I can’t risk slipping up. I need to be the perfect, little actress.
I let Kane lead me through the ballroom, heading toward a small crowd gathered that I can only assume is for the Alpha King. As the guests notice us coming, they easily part, allowing their Alpha to pass by.
As they split, I can see him – the Alpha King – standing in their midst. He’s tall, his gaze intense despite their warm hazel color. He wears a smile that seems somewhat coy as he regards his audience.
Again, I question if we can fool a man who seems so observant, fierce. However, that question
immediately slips from my mind as my gaze slides to the man standing beside the Alpha King and a gasp jumps from my throat.
“Alexander?” I call out.
This catches the attention of multiple members of the crowd, including the very man I’ve just recognized. His blue eyes snap to mine and I see his mouth open in surprise.
“Evelyn?” he calls back.
“Do you…know him?” Kane asks, lifting a brow as he regards us both. However, I am unable to answer him before Alexander is swiftly approaching and taking me into a hug.
Simultaneously, we both laugh and then pull apart, pausing a moment to take one another in. I’d been so caught up in the Alpha King’s visit and everything else with Kane that I hadn’t even thought about the possibility of seeing Alexander.
After all, he’s the Alpha Prince and the future Alpha King. It would make sense that he would tag along to
such an affair.
“It’s so good to see you,” Alexander states, still smiling. It makes my own smile widen as I regard his handsome face – his sharp jaw and full blonde hair.
“I’m sorry,” Kane cuts in, a gentle edge to his voice. “How do you two know one another?”
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