Chapter 140: _A Charity Ball

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Chapter 140: _A Charity Ball Five days later, it was finally time for the charity ball Celine had been talking about. And what was also meant to happen within those five days? "Wait, so the texts said that your ’secret’ will be revealed in five days? Which is today?" Caroline asked me that morning after I had finished freshening up and was dressing for the day. "And you didn’t bother informing the Alpha King?" I sighed, nodding in response before I turned to face her. "Yeah, and before you call me stupid—" "This is obviously the work of Luna Celine!" Caroline exclaimed just then, her eyes wide open. "It all makes sense! Not to mention the ’charity ball’ she’s throwing tonight, which she invited you to as a VIP guest out of nowhere." I clicked my tongue, but I knew she was right. I suspected Celine from the beginning, but the thing is, I didn’t have any evidence on her. Not to mention that I didn’t want to stress Kaelos with another investigation when he was busy trying to handle the situation with the rogues. It seemed Caroline noticed the tension I felt, so she decided to change the topic rather abruptly. "Well, I heard delegates from the humans and witches’ side will be attending, by the way," Caroline remarked just then, fiddling with her fingers. "You might get the chance to see your people tonight after so long." Yay... How exciting. I smiled awkwardly at her, parting aside strands of my hair before I blurted. "Yeah, I don’t think seeing any of my ’people’ would be a good idea now or ever. Last time I spoke to my aunt on the phone, she kept on hammering on the fact that I shouldn’t do anything stupid while here." ’And one might say turning out to be a hybrid after attempting to escape your husband is ironically the most stupid thing that has happened to you.’ Sirena commented in my head just then, making me feel like clawing her out. Handling her has been such a chore since she awakened! "I still think you should tell the Alpha King, ma’am Odessa." Caroline suddenly blurted, snapping me out of my argument with Sirena. I shook my head, shaking my head and stepping away from the mirror where I’d been brushing my hair. However, before I could say anything, a knock sounded at my door, forcing me to pause. I glanced at Caroline, who glanced back at me before I spoke out. "Uh, you can come in!" The door swung open a few seconds later, and to my surprise, the person who stepped in turned out to be Layla, who had a small smile on her face while holding a white bag. I didn’t know whether she was just good at acting, since she works directly for Kaelos, but her smile seemed genuine as she greeted me politely. "Good morning, ma’am Odessa. The Alpha King said I should give you this." She spoke casually, handing me the bag after glancing briefly at Caroline, who stood beside me. I grabbed the bag and looked through it, and was surprised to see a beautiful silver white gown inside, alongside a small black box which contained a necklace with a ruby gemstone. The same necklace Kaelos gave me during our wedding. I guess he kept it with himself after rescuing me from the Blood Oak woods. "I’m... I’m guessing these are for the charity ball tonight." I remarked, raising my head and flashing a smile at Layla. She nodded with a smile of her own, clasping both her hands in front of her body. "Indeed, ma’am. As you may have heard, delegates from all over the continent will be attending, so you have to look your best. You’ll be attending the ball as the Alpha king’s wife, just like the welcoming ball." I swallowed hard when I remembered the welcoming ball, the one that had almost claimed my life. I subconsciously rubbed my neck when I remembered how that magic arrow had almost hit me. Yeah, I hope more than anything that nothing is "just" like that accursed night. ’Girl, it just might be if Celine reveals any of your secrets tonight.’ Sirena remarked in my mind, once again making me tense. But I did a great job hiding that, shoving all these thoughts to the back of my mind and smiling warmly at Layla. "Thank you, Layla. And also tell my husband I said thank you." I nodded at her. However, Layla’s smile widened as she gestured at the entrance to my room. "Why don’t you tell him yourself?" I dimmed my eyes and was surprised to see Kaelos stepping into my room. I rarely saw him during these five days, especially after our wild night of sex the last time. He wore a black suit coat that reached his knees and was lined at the edges with silver fur, as well as a form-fitting black pants. His shoulder-length black hair was tied in a bun, allowing me to get a better look at his gorgeous facial features, which always made me feel butterflies no matter how many times I’ve seen them. ’Someone is in love and doesn’t want to admit it.’ Sirena chuckled in my mind, giving me my concentration back as I shook my head before flashing a smile at Kaelos. "H– Hey. Good morning." I greeted him, but I almost felt like sinking into the ground after I did. Why did I have to make it sound awkward? Fortunately, Kaelos didn’t seem to care and smiled slightly in return. "Good morning to you, too. My apologies for not being able to see you these past few days. I’ve been busy running through tons of paperwork and boring ass council meetings." I chuckled softly, staring into his eyes as he stared into mine. Meanwhile, Caroline coughed awkwardly and bowed in front of Kaelos. "G– Good morning, sir. It’s always a pleasure to be in your presence." She stuttered slightly. Kaelos nodded at her, but just when he parted his lips to say something, a voice spoke up from behind him. "Hey, where the Alpha King’s bride at?" That voice... Everyone turned their attention to the entrance of the room, and I almost gasped when I saw who it was, my face heating up with embarrassment. It was Marcellus.

Chapter 140: _A Charity Ball

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