Page 69 of King Luna

“You both ready?” Viktor grins.

“Absolutely,” Noah says.

He tucks me to his side as we follow Viktor and Annika to the event space, their harmonizing pheromones stinging my eyes; now that Noah mated every last drop of lust from my bones for the night, I find their combined scent way too overpowering to be alluring.

Noah spots me wrinkling my nose from the corner of his eye, breaking into a smile.When I said they seduce anyone and everyone, I meant it. They’re into group sex and host an orgy every year. We might’ve dodged a bullet by all four of us getting sex out of the way.

I hug Noah tighter, my cheeks flushing as Annika eyes my mark, giving me one quick wink behind Viktor’s back.

I try my best to smile until Annika turns back around.Do you think it’s to manipulate their friends too, or just for enjoyment’s sake?

I think it’s both. It’s easier to keep someone on your side when they’re whipped for you.

I bite back a laugh.So... Does that mean you’ve tried it with them?

Noah drops his head, stifling a smile.They only create groups with even numbers. A-and I usually come here with my mom, so I’ve never been invited. Or, well, I have, but I would’ve been paired with some random, unmated Alpha, so I don’t even consider that an invite.

I see. That doesn’t tell me what you’d think about joining now, though.

Noah can’t bear to meet my smile, his bright teal eyes dropping to our feet. I giggle, stroking my shy Alpha’s back. Is he flustered because he wants to join, or because he absolutely doesnotwant to?

Before he can reply, Annika returns to my side at the dinner party’s entrance, lowering to a whisper. “We’ll head in first, then you and Alpha Noah. Stay strong, Luna. Remember what I said in the car ride over, okay?”

I swallow hard, forcing a smile. “Thank you. I’m by your side too.”

Annika props herself at Viktor’s side, kissing his hand before entering the hallway across from the event space.

As my heart pounds faster and faster, I cuddle deeper into Noah. He wraps his arm around me, stroking my side.I’ve got you, Luna. Just be yourself.

They’re going to want to smell me, right?

Noah leans in, taking a deep sniff of my neck.You’re golden. I hardly want to eat you alive anymore.

I roll my eyes.But what if I get all Alpha-y and weird again?

Noah stoops over me, lifting my chin for a deep, toe-curling kiss.Then everyone will be lucky enough to see another side of the badass Luna who stole my heart.

Stuffed with happiness, I beam at my loving mate as we enter the Alpha Summit’s introductory event, hand in hand. No matter how many eyes are on us, I step forward with my chest held high, my wolf standing proud in our bond thanks to Noah’s encouragement.

It’s easy to trust the world under his lead. He remains serious but relaxed, his warmth flowing through our clasped hands.

Viktor’s top Beta, Johannes, stands at the edge of the room, his lean, toned figure streamlined by a jet-black, pristine suit. While Johannes is nowhere near as physically powerful as Viktor must be, there’s no question why his wide shoulders were chosen to aid Viktor in protecting their pack.

As we meet eyes for the first time, Johannes’s warm smile greets me, settling my shoulders.

Gesturing to us with an open palm, Johannes directs the crowd’s focus in our direction. “Introducing our next guests of honor, the Luna and Alpha of Greenfield."

Wolves gawk at us, skyrocketing my nerves as they display a range from clapping to glaring.

But Noah isn’t looking at anyone else but me, his adoration flourishing in our bond.You’re sexier every day I know you.

I flush, squeezing his arm.Noah, don’t wake up my horny wolf again.

He chuckles, kissing the top of my head.I won’t... Yet.

The crowd stills as Noah leans into my side, his soft voice rumbling beneath his breath. “I love you, sweet Luna.”

“I love you too, my shy Alpha.”

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