The Luna’s Pure Heart – Chapter 29

(Eleanor pov)

I walked towards the floor-length mirror, glancing at my reflection and almost doing a double take. Wow..this did not look like me..not one bit.

Apparently Damion picked the dress out..and let’s just say it didn’t leave much to the imagination. I wore a metallic backless dress. The front swooped down, showing off my full bust and the skin-tight material barely graced my thighs…how the hell would I even sit down in this?

I glanced back at Lance who continued to look me up and down with the biggest smirk on his face…

“That’s it…I’m not going.” I said quickly, crossing my arms and practically falling over in the high heels I was given. So Damion has gone from..no one can so much as speak to me to now letting most of the realm see my most private bits..he had to be insane, that’s the only reasoning I could come up with.

“Angel, come on, it’s not that bad. Plus you look smokin’ hot.” His eyes continued to wander my body as I crossed my arms in front of my chest, glaring at him as he held his hands up in surrender.

“Okay, fine…I will stop..you can’t blame me though. I am still a man..” Even he knew his excuse was lame…

“Why can’t I just stay here? Does he really need me there? I don’t feel like being ignored in public..it’s embarrassing enough in private.” I muttered, my mood getting worse by the minute.

I began twirling my silver hair nervously as I looked down at my bare legs…I was practically naked.

“Yes, the Alpha King needs his mate there. Think of it as your official coming out party.” Lance walked over, yanking my hand from my hair as he looked into my turquoise eyes.

“Angel, I know that this isn’t your usual thing..but to be honest..there will be many girls there wearing a lot less..if you know what I mean.” He whispered while giving me a wink and confusion filled me..what was he talking about?

I blinked rapidly as he laughed and realized how clueless I truly was.

“Surely you have heard about the King’s parties back in B***d Moon.” He looked dumbfounded as I shook my head no.

“Well..the king likes a certain type of entertainment..most of the Alpha do as well..” he said while clearing his throat and glancing away.

“What..like magicians or something?” I kid you not…Lance literally choked on his spit he was laughing so hard.

“f**k angel, how the hell did you get mated with the Alpha King..you are too pure for this shit.” He wheezed out, trying to compose himself. I just frowned, fighting the urge to lock myself in the bathroom and change back into my sweats.

“Seriously Lance?” I pouted making him frown as he brushed his shaggy hair out of his eyes.

“Fine..well the entertainers are those in the female species and tend to well…do a certain dance.” He practically stuttered out. I blinked once more…

“Their provocative dancers Angel..” he spoke bluntly and now I did the choking..they have that sort of thing here at the party?! I mean, I’m not one to judge but I never thought I would see it for myself.

“Well..they would probably beat my a*s if they heard me call them that..they are actually burlesque performers.” He explained and I swallowed hard..so it was more of a performance in a sense..ugh how was I going to get through this party.

“You should have seen your face though, I thought you were going to pass out.” He laughed, fixing his hair in the mirror. He wore a silver-colored silk shirt tucked into black pants. The shirt matched my dress perfectly…I wondered if it was a theme for the party or something. Lance was undeniably handsome, plus with his natural charisma, I’m sure he won’t have any issues winning over his future mate.

After Lance decided we were both ready, I begrudgingly dragged my feet toward the elevator door. Pierce’s eyes practically bulged out of his head as soon as he saw me and I couldn’t take it upon myself to make eye contact, this was way too humiliating.

“Ready to go?” Lance said way too chipper for my liking as he pushed me into the elevator and ignored my head shaking no.

“Oh come on, it won’t be that bad. Right, Pierce?” Lance asked, glancing towards Pierce who didn’t even move a muscle.

“Well, just stick with me Angel, I will make sure you have fun.” He quickly placed an arm around my shoulder and Pierce let out a low protective growl. Dang, he was serious about his job.

Lance quickly removed his arm and shook his head.

“Oh yeah…the rules..” Lance rolled his eyes and stuck his hands in his pockets. So I guess he was even afraid of going against the Alpha King.

We went downstairs, and as soon as I exited the elevator I swear, all eyes swooped to me. If it weren’t for Lance pushing me through the doors, I would have hid in the corner, refusing to come out.

People were wandering about as they made their way down the long hallway leading to the ballroom Jane had shown me. I nervously pulled my dress down, trying to hide my exposed skin as the walls echoed whispers throughout the room.

Just then I spotted Lucas and the Gamma Jake, their eyes coming to mine as I smiled shyly. Lucas paled instantly like he just saw a ghost as his eyes clouded over, linking Lance I suspected. Suddenly I heard laughter as Lucas stomped towards us, his eyes wandering my body as his lips turned into a frown.

“Lance, why the hell did you make her wear this.” He hissed to his brother, causing my head to snap to Lance, seeing the biggest smirk on his face as I suddenly realized no other woman wore anything this revealing…actually it was quite the opposite. They wore evening gowns and dresses that seemed designed specifically just for this evening..and here I was, wearing a dress the size of a freaking washcloth.

“Let’s just call it motivation for the king.” Lance said with amusement and I didn’t find it funny…not one bit. I looked like a fool. What would all of these people think of the Kings mate? Some of the whispers were already making it very clear what they thought.

“Is she a part of the entertainment?” One woman snickered, her voice cruel as she laughed.

“Maybe she is one of the Kings whores I have heard so much about.” Another said, causing my stomach to drop.

I swiftly turned, my head spinning as my insecurities filled me.

“You know the king won’t even touch her, I mean, look at her..she is trying way too hard.” I heard another woman say..this voice I recognized..it was Stacy and she wore an elegant red gown, one truly fit for a queen. Why did Lance do this? Tears began to fill my eyes as I turned on my heel, ready to bolt as I ran straight into someone, their hands reaching out to steady me as my eyes met piercing green ones. Those eyes…I would recognize them anywhere…

“Eleanor Winters…and here I thought you were dead.” Malcolm said, his grip tightening on my arms, causing a shiver to run down my spine..oh goddess was I in trouble.