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CHAPTER 4

AMELIA

He extended his hand to me; his gesture was a silent invitation for us to begin dancing. I accepted with a nod, allowing him to lead me across the dance floor with a grace and elegance that left me breathless.

His fingers wrapped around my waist, firmly yet gently, as we moved in harmony to the music. His golden eyes remained fixed on me, piercing and captivating, as if trying to decipher the secrets hidden behind my own.

I was incredibly nervous, my mind spinning with a mixture of fear and curiosity. The proximity of King Alpha was overwhelming, his dominant presence filling all the surrounding space.

"Are you afraid of me?", he asked suddenly, breaking the tense silence between us.

His question caught me off guard, and I hesitated for a moment before answering honestly.

"I've never been in front of a wolf before, Majesty.", I admitted, my voice trembling slightly.

A soft smile played on the king's lips, a flicker of understanding passing through his golden eyes.

"The rumors about me are true, then.", he murmured to himself more than to me.

I swallowed hard, a sense of discomfort settling in my gut. I knew King Alpha was known for his cruelty and fierceness, a leader who didn't hesitate to use his strength to maintain his dominance over his kingdom.

But despite it all, I could also see another side of him - a kindness and compassion that seemed to struggle to manifest behind his impenetrable facade.

As we danced, I found myself engaged in a heartfelt conversation with the king, sharing stories and experiences from our past lives. The tension that existed between us gradually dissipated, replaced by a sense of connection and mutual understanding.

"What's your name?"

"Amelia...", I whispered softly.

"It seems like you wouldn't want to be here today, Amelia."

"You're right, I didn't want to, but people like me don't have choices..."

"People like you? Humans?", he asked, and I nodded as I realized that everyone was looking at us at that moment.

"You seem like a brave girl, Amelia. I like that."

"My mother always told me that."

"Your mother seems to be a kind and wise person."

"Yes, she's the person I love the most in the world."

"Tell me your greatest wish, Amelia."

"My wish? It's freedom, to run into the forest and be completely free.", I whispered, widening my eyes, when I realized what I just did.

I shook my head as the king smiled at me.

"I won't send you to the dungeon for just telling me what you wish for, Amelia."

As the music came to an end, I found myself reluctant to leave the arms of King Alpha, longing for more time by his side. But protocol demanded that we part, and so we did, with one last exchanged glance between us before we parted ways.

As I retreated to a corner of the hall, my heart still beating heavily in my chest, I couldn't help but reflect on the surreal experience I had just lived through. I had danced with a wolf king, an alpha, and survived to tell the tale.

As the night progressed and the ball continued, I found myself surrounded by a sense of hope and possibility.

As the night wore on, I stood in the hall, watching with a mixture of admiration and anxiety as King Alpha danced with more girls. Each graceful move of his seemed like a work of art in motion as he spun and twirled across the dance floor with impressive ease.

Minutes dragged on like hours as I nervously waited, knowing that the moment when the king would make his announcement was drawing nearer. My fingers trembled slightly, my eyes fixed on the monarch as he prepared to address the crowd.

Finally, King Alpha interrupted his dances and stepped towards the center of the hall, his imposing presence immediately silencing the crowd. A sense of anticipation hung over the hall as everyone eagerly awaited the sovereign's words.

My heart pounded wildly in my chest, my stomach churning with nervousness. I knew the king had already made his choice, but that didn't stop a wave of apprehension from washing over me as he prepared to make his announcement.

With a solemn gesture, King Alpha began his speech, his words resonating in the silence of the hall. I trembled with anticipation, my eyes fixed on him as he began to speak about his decision.

"It is with great pleasure that I announce my choice for my new wife.", he said, his voice echoing with authority and confidence.

A murmur of excitement swept through the hall as the other girls waited eagerly to hear the chosen one's name. My heart felt like it was freezing in my chest as I waited, my breath suspended in anticipation.

And then, it happened. King Alpha's golden eyes met mine, and the world seemed to stop for a moment as he announced my name for all to hear.

"Amelia, you will be my wife."

Tears welled up in my eyes, a mixture of shock and emotion overflowing within me. I could hardly believe what was happening, my mind spinning with the magnitude of the moment.

As applause echoed through the hall, I felt tears streaming down my face, a mix of disbelief flooding my soul. I had been chosen by King Alpha, a fate I never would have imagined for myself.

With a trembling smile on my lips, I joined the others in the crowd, accepting congratulations and well-wishes with gratitude and humility. I still trembled with excitement, barely able to process the magnitude of what had just happened.

As King Alpha approached me, his golden eyes shining with admiration, I felt engulfed by a sense of peace and fulfillment. I knew there were challenges ahead, but I also knew I was ready to face them by his side.

With a gentle gesture, King Alpha took my hand in his, his fingers wrapping around mine with unexpected tenderness. I allowed myself to sink into his touch, feeling a deep and powerful connection forming between us.

I knew what this meant; I would never go back to my home or my mother after this ball.

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