Chapter 67
Jasmine’s Pov
“Finally, it’s my mating ceremony,” I said to myself, staring at my reflection in the mirror. I wore a black silk gown that had a golden line around the neckline. It was a simple outfit, yet it made me feel beautiful and feminine, perfectly suitable for the occasion.
I smiled as I stared at my reflection, filled with both excitement and nervous anticipation. I was ready for tonight, but a part of me was also scared and unsure. Nevertheless, I knew that this was an inevitable part of life that I had to face head-on.
“You look beautiful,” Mia said as she walked into the room, holding a jewelry box in her hand. I replied, “Thank you, Mia. I do feel beautiful myself.” And with a smile, I turned back to admire myself in the mirror once more while waiting for the Luna ceremony to finally start.
The day I had been anticipating for weeks was finally here, and I was nervous yet excited at the same time. This would be one of the most important events in my life, and I wanted it to go perfectly.
I never believed I would be mated to the triplets. A couple of months ago I couldn’t even stand them. But the moon goddess had a different plan for us, and I’m thankful she made them my mates. I couldn’t have wanted it any other way.
“You deserve to be happy,” I heard Mia say as she set down the box on a stool. She handed me a bracelet with flower beads and a tiny red string attached to it and said “Your mom said you should have this.” I wore it and smiled, “Wow, it adds color to your outfit.” Mia smiled and agreed before adding “My brothers are dressed like it’s a burial.”
I laughed as we both shared a lighthearted moment before a wave of excitement washed over us both, as we heard the bell signaling the start of the ceremony. The Luna ceremony was finally about to start. It was time to perform the mating ritual.NôvelDrama.Org owns all content.
My father came in to lead me to the hall.
He looked at me with so much admiration, and at the same time, like it was the last time he was going to see me.
“You look so beautiful, Jasmine, you’re all grown up.” He said smiling.
“Yes Father, now let’s go before my impatient mates come to get me themselves, thinking I must have run away.”
Father just shook his head and smiled, he knew how possessive they were of me, so he perfectly understood what I meant.
As I entered the hall, there they were: my mates, clad in an all-black suit with a black inner cloth. The light emitting from the chandelier illuminated their handsome appearance, making them look surreal and almost otherworldly.
We were all dressed in black, people must be thinking we were having some sort of demonic ceremony.
I thought about the first time I found out they were my mates, I promised myself I would never tell them, but the truth is our lives changed forever when they followed me to that balcony. And now they are going to follow me to the end.
My heart skipped a beat as I saw them. I couldn’t believe that those handsome guys across the room from me were my mates. Finally, the mating ceremony had arrived, and I was both nervous and excited to see the culmination of this long-awaited event.
My dad led me to them, their eyes being on me the entire time. If I wasn’t being supported by my dad, I would probably fall to the floor under their intense gaze. I stood in front of my mates, trying to focus on the pack elder, but I was distracted by their presence behind me.
They each looked at me with l**t-filled eyes, like if they had their way, they would take me here and now. I tried to ignore their stares but Ethan just had to speak.
“You look so beautiful. I can just eat you up right here,” Ethan suddenly said which made me flush and almost choke on my saliva. My cheeks turned red and my heart raced, as I was both flattered and embarrassed by his words.
It took a great deal of self-control to remain stoic and composed even though he had shaken me up a little bit, right in front of everyone even though they didn’t hear him. I couldn’t help but think they might notice the s****l tension that was becoming more apparent by the minute.
The loud voice of the elder suddenly pulled us out of our world.
“We’re here to witness this sacred ceremony. Your Alphas have found their mate,” the elder declared, with a solemn tone. “This is proof that a new Luna has been introduced to the pack and it’s expected that you all welcome her to the pack” With a wave of excitement, anticipation, and a touch of nervousness, the crowd went wild as they all loudly howled to show their acceptance.
The elder started stating some rules of the ceremony, and when he was sure he was understood. He told my mates and me to stretch forth our arms, before walking over to my mates with a bowl and a scalpel. He drew b***d from their wrist into the bowl before doing the same with me.
He walked up to the stage and said a few things to members of the pack before pouring the content of the bowl into the flames. I felt a rush of pain hit me as the triplets held me for support. I could feel my senses becoming more aware of my environment. I felt the pack link connection between everyone.
I struggled to balance my thoughts as it was buzzing with everyone’s thoughts, even though I couldn’t make out what they were exactly. It was like I had become one with everyone in the pack.
I leaned on Calix for support as the pain subsided slowly.
I became more aware of the presence of my mates, and their hands on me, as I knew they also felt the same as I did. Calix turned towards me, his face filled with concern, as he asked me softly, “Are you okay, Jaz?”
I nodded, not trusting myself to speak yet, as the pain still lingered. I took deep breaths to calm myself before smiling at them saying “It’s over… it’s finally over”
As we all got down from the podium, we noticed that our schoolmates and teachers approached us, wishing us the best and presenting us with gifts.
Miss Elena, the janitor, complimented my dress and Mia’s dresses, offering gifts to me and expressing her hope that we’d all return to school soon. With smiles and gratitude, we all returned her well-wishes and accepted her gifts, grateful to have our friends present to share the occasion with us, even if it was a school day. It meant a lot to me to see them there.
I was surprised at first because I didn’t remember inviting Miss Elena, but Mia explained that Miss Elena had helped them when I had gone missing, and that she was just a kind person who cared about us. With a warm heart, I embraced her and thanked her for her kindness, even though I didn’t fully trust her. I had mixed feelings about her.
“You look lovely,” I said, complimenting her as well.
“Thanks,” she replied smiling. I also thanked her for her kindness and help.
Miss Elena blushed a little at my words, and with a small smile, she said, “It was no big deal, I was just trying to help as best as could”
We were distracted by my mates tapping their glasses, which made us all turn our attention to them. Ethan, Calix, and Zane gave a speech on our journey, their relationship with me, and how they used to dislike me after I won a race against them and for calling boys gross which made Everyone burst into laughter.
They then announced that they would become Alphas soon and that I’d become their Luna, receiving cheers and applause from everyone present. It was a happy and joyous occasion, and a fitting lead-up to the start of the Luna ceremony, which was about to take place.
And then suddenly, I felt a cold object on my neck. I struggled with the hand that was now wrapped around my neck, but the hold on me was strong.
“Noah, don’t do anything stupid that you’d regret” I heard Ethan threaten from where he stood.
But Noah ignored their warnings and gave everyone a scornful look. Then he proceeded to drag me out of the hall before the ceremony could be completed. They all looked on in horror and confusion as Noah took me out of the hall.