Filed To Story: Veiled Desires of the Alpha King Novel
Dayson didn’t doubt that Talia will help him. However, if he fails to handle Marcy as expected, Talia will need to fight against her wolf again, and Dayson didn’t want to put that burden on Talia.
He was the one sleeping around and even though he didn’t sleep with Marcy, he is the one who made that video so he should fix it. Somehow.
“Finding a mate should be a happy event, but it seems it turned you into a wus.”, Maddox said to Dayson.
Dayson was not in the mood to argue. He had a problem called Marcy on his hands, and it’s not like Maddox will understand. Dayson knew this very well, because only a few weeks ago he was like Maddox, and worse. Dayson was looking down on the mate bond and mocking guys who were into their mates, and now he was completely entranced with the presence of Talia. It seems that the Moon Goddess has a sick sense of humor because she was making guys eat their words.
“Remember what you said and repeat them to yourself once you find your mate.”, Dayson said. “Then you will realize what an arse you were.”
Maddox snorted. “Mate should make you stronger, and not act like a sissy. Look at yourself.”
Dayson smirked. “I can’t wait for you to find your mate.”
“My mate will be obedient and not make me jump through rings of fire in order to get what’s already mine.”, Maddox said confidently.
“The Moon Goddess is giving us what we need, and you need a bitter pill that will cut your ego in half.”, Dayson said seriously.
Maddox chuckled. “Maybe my mate will support me, so my ego doubles.”
Maddox enjoyed bickering with Dayson. Only a few people would dare to talk back to Maddox, and talking with Dayson was refreshing, even when they talked smack and end in a fistfight. Their friendship is like that. Raw and rowdy and honest. How it should be.
Dayson narrowed his eyes at Maddox. “You know what? I bet that your mate will be a sixteen years-old she-wolf.”
Maddox grimaced. “I’m not a pedophile.”
“I know.”, Dayson said smugly. “The point is that you will be so smitten with your mate that every other woman will disgust you, yet you won’t be able to touch the target of your affection until she comes of age. Two years of celibacy will teach you how important mate is.”
Maddox couldn’t believe this. Dayson was beyond evil. “Are you cursing me?”
“You are cursing yourself by acting like there is no tomorrow.”, Dayson said and let out a long exhale. “If I didn’t jump on a woman every time I got aroused, I wouldn’t be in this predicament.”
Maddox couldn’t believe how sappy Dayson got.
Maddox looked at Jaeden for support, only to find the latter completely focused on the amber liquor in his glass like it’s the most interesting thing he had ever seen.
Of course, Jaeden was listening, but he had no intention of getting into a spat that involves two Alphas.
Besides, Jaeden agreed with Dayson.
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The guys got ready in less than fifteen minutes and waited for the girls in the hallway.
“Why are they taking so long?”, Maddox grumbled.
He wanted to go to the Shifters and start his hunt. All that talk about mates made him horny.
Another reason for urgency was that Tony and Kalina were set to arrive soon and if the newcomers get there before Maddox and the gang leave the packhouse, they are bound to be delayed by welcoming them.
“You know that other than taking forever, the girls are also chatting to the point of turning it into a social event.”, Jaeden said to Maddox.
Dayson didn’t comment. He was eager to reunite with Talia, but he was also happy that she was having fun with Mindy and Maya. Dayson could feel Talia’s joy washing over him and he knew the longing that sneaked in there was for him, and his heart was in place.
In Mindy’s room
Mindy, Maya, and Talia were doing finishing touches on their hair and makeup and the mood was good.
Once Maya realized that Mindy also knows how Dayson and Talia are mates, Maya and Mindy had a blast coming up with various ideas about Talia’s Luna ceremony.
The duo talked excitedly about the color scheme, decorations, and types of appetizers, and Talia said that they could be great party planners.
“You will need two party planners because your Luna ceremony will be massive.”, Mindy said.
Talia’s heart shook. Listening to Mindy and Maya chattering was one thing, but what was that about a massive party? “Do we need a ceremony?”
“Absolutely!”, Maya exclaimed. “The largest pack in North America is getting their Luna. There is no way we will go small about this. Everyone who is someone will be invited.”
Talia exhaled helplessly while calming down with the thought that the ceremony is something in the future. Far-far-far away future. Until then, she might find a way to avoid it.
Talia’s heart warmed at the sight of her Maya and Mindy who got along well. Talia envied their outgoing personalities, and she was confident that Kalina will fit in perfectly.
Mindy did Talia’s makeup. It was nothing over the top. A bit of cherry-colored l*p gloss, mascara, and just a touch of dark-golden eyeshadow for a smokey-eyed effect.
Maya styled Talia’s hair in a French braid that was draped over Talia’s left shoulder.
“Keep the braid here so that others don’t get a clear view of your neck.”, Maya said mysteriously.
Mindy approved. “Let people wonder if you are marked or not. If they see a mark, they will start s**king up to you, and if they confirm that your neck is clean, they will look down on you. Like this, people will leave you alone.”
Talia was grateful for all the care Mindy and Maya showed.
“Will you girls be available for some girl-fun before you huddle with your mates?”, Mindy asked Talia and Maya. She wanted to know in advance so that she can make plans.
“Jaeden is fine without me, as long as I am in his visual range. His greatest fear is that all guys will swarm around me, and I won’t be able to repel them.” Maya smiled dreamily. “I love how protective Jaeden is, but sometimes he forgets I can take care of myself.”
Talia blinked when she saw that both Mindy and Maya were looking at her. She was still not used to talking openly about Dayson as her mate.
“It will be fine.”, Talia responded. She enjoyed her time with Dayson, but she loved the novelty of having girlfriends also.
Maya c**ked an eyebrow. “Are you sure about it?”
“To be honest, I’m not sure what to expect. This will be my first time to go to a club with Dayson.”
“Technically, it’s second.”, Maya said and when she saw Talia’s questioning gaze, Maya explained, “The first time you arrived separately, but Alpha Dayson blew a fuse when he saw some guy sticking to you and he carried you out of the club after starting the biggest fight in the history of Shifters.”
Mindy looked at Maya incredulously. “Wait a minute. The fight in the Shifters on the night of Summer Solstice, that was Alpha Dayson’s doing?”
“You should see him standing there like a big bad wolf and ‘she is mine’ attitude.”, Maya said while standing straight with her arms akimbo and a grimace that was supposed to imitate Dayson’s exp**ssion.
“I don’t remember.”, Talia said awkwardly. She really didn’t.
Maya burst into giggles. “You were wasted.”
Mindy felt sorry for Talia who was visibly uncomfortable. “Don’t t**se her. It happens to everyone.” She turned to Talia. “You were lucky that Dayson was there to take care of you when you were vulnerable. Most of the guys are selfish pricks, and they either won’t care about you, or will try to take advantage of the situation. However, a mate will put your needs first.”
Talia noticed a trace of sadness in Mindy’s words. So far, Talia was confident that Mindy is a strong and independent she-wolf, but it seems that she was longing for her other half also.
“Don’t worry, Mindy. I’m confident that your mate is out there, and you will meet him soon.”, Talia comforted Mindy.
Suddenly, Maya felt like a bad guy, so she retracted her t**sing enthusiasm.
“Do you have a dream guy?”, Maya asked Mindy. “What’s your perfect mate?”