6

Ava had caught a glimpse of Mom before she came into the room.

“Are you sure you don't have the needles and thread, I need to fix my dress?” Ava said walking away from me. She was beginning to act as though she had come into my room for that purpose.

I just kept mute and didn't want to reply to that disguising question then I remembered her last word before my Mom stepped into the room.

“Yea, I have one in my wardrobe” I replied

“Okay, then get it for me" she yelled. She has vowed to make me look ugly if I ever tell Mom what she did to me.

My Mom was just stunned and staring at Ava, she should be wondering why Ava is in my room at this time of the day.

I went to my wardrobe got the needle and thread and handed it over to Ava than she left my room, leaving me with my Mom alone.

I was beginning to quiver, I don't want my Mom to demand I tell her why Ava came into my room because if that happens,  I wouldn't know how to lie over it especially if my Mom saw her touching before entering my room.

My Mom watched her leave and said no word to her. I guess she didn't want to stir a fight this morning with Ava or rather she is confused about her mission for coming into my room. Mom doesn't like trouble. I would be glad to have her as my Mom in my next life. 

“Why did Ava come into your room, what did she say or do to you?” My Mom asked with a soft voice.

“Nothing, Mom”

“What did she do to you!” Mom yelled this time.

I got the jitters and didn't know if I should tell her the truth or not.

Did she see anything prior? I thought before I could reply.

“Mom, I mean it. She did nothing to me, she came to get the needle and thread”

“You need to be careful with Ava, by the way, I have got good news for you,” Mom said jerking her fit in a roulette dance style.

I giggled to hear what news Mom get for me. It had been like years since I heard Mom talk in such a way, I hope it is really good news indeed.

"Okay, calm down now Valerie," Mom tries to hold me still, as she explodes with joy.

"I mean… I just wanted to let you know about our knowledge about our Alpha's son's 18 birthday is coming up in about a hours and you know we should ready because we have a celebration and most especially you will be ready to go for the shifting ceremony" Mom beamed.

"Ooh, Mom!..Ooh, Mom! Ooh my God did you just say a celebration. I giggled. I had never had one in my entire life, I use to think you were just punishing me for a crime I didn't know when I committed" I left my joy run wide. Then I remembered I had got a VIP invited for the same birthday. I felt I had missed the date but I quickly checked my invitation card and found it was this evening. I thought I need to let Mom know I had to get ready for it. But the thought of Mom going with me made me had cold food. I thought I was going to behave an opportunity tonight to meet my charming prince mate. 

“No, baby! Why would I Mom punish you for not celebrating a birthday? It has been the packhouse tradition for celebration to only happen at 18 years, so you will have soon but we have the prince own for tonight.” Mom replied rubbing my cheek before she gave me a deep hug.

“Yeah! Mom, I know my birthday is around the corner and I like the celebration but most I go for the shifting ceremony too?” Veda frowned folding her hands around her chest.

“Baby! Don't cause me sorrow by making such a statement. Why won't you go to the shifting ceremony!

It is compulsory for every girl who has come of age in the packhouse. I guess when you get there you will like what you will see and hear” Mom yelled at me.

“No Mom I don't think, I will like whatever I will hear at the shifting ceremony” I smirk walking away from my Mom to get my makeup from my box. I didn't want to have any choose my mate for me. I had found him already. I feel satisfied being around him even though that is his Father. I guess I will kill him when the time comes. I have to take my revenge over Uncle Jasper's killing. 

“Come back here, Baby!” Mom yelled.

I delayed abit just to let Mom know I was unhappy with the idea. 

“I know you are not deaf Valeria because I never gave birth to you deaf, come to the spot where you stood and never you walk out of me again” Mom groan

I don't seem to be so excited as I used to be those days when I hear it is my birthday coming, maybe I have come of age I guess, but I will still be grateful for life.

My Dad wouldn't even remember my birthday, talk more about celebrating but I know I have a sweet sugar pie, Mom. She is just the best anyone one could wish for, just that nags uncontrollably sometimes and I bleed to know my Mom nags but I can't reject her. She is my Mom and I love the way she is.

Mom left me in my room and went for her business. So I heard that when it is a shifting ceremony the Deltan's in the packhouse gets to run errands and tidy the place for the Alphas.

My Mom will be having to tend the Alphas house this evening in preparation for the shifting ceremony and I hope she doesn't think of me going with her because I am going for Prince William's birthday and not ready for any strenuous work. I just want to stand in front of my mate and enjoy his presence and soft touches. 

Nevertheless, I know she will have a long day and I am going to miss her but I will just play with my bear and be cool.

But I have a big problem to deal with and it is Ava. She was the one who came into my room and I don't want to think of what she is trying to do with me. Well, I will let it slid.

“Valeria, I am off to the Alphas house” Mom yelled from the living room? Then I heard a bang on my door. It was Mom again. "Baby, I have been feeling some margarine and I thought I could manage it to attend tonight but I can't now. I will have to get some rest in my room. I will send Luna a text I couldn't make it. Go have some fun baby. Make sure you take care of yourself and be safe, try to keep away from bad guys when you get there. Okay." 

It was approaching evening so I had to go take my dinner and a quick bath before leaving for the party.  

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Screaming swarms of pups ran through the house as bubbles floated in the air and balloons drifted around aimlessly on the floor among the discarded wrapping paper. Multi-colored banners were draped on the top of each doctor.

A stack of unopened presents stood in the corner of the hall wrapped in smooth shiny wrapping paper. A silk bow had been carefully tied around each parcel. Hungry pups loomed over the table which was filled with food. It was a buffet. Some grabbed sandwiches and filled their mouths with sweets.

A huge cake covered in thick white icing and decorated with tiny pink roses sat in the middle of the table surrounded by brightly colored bowls that were filled with food. A jug of brightly colored juice had been knocked over and formed a puddle on the floor.

The compartment was decorated with streamers and balloons. A special birthday cake was ordered for him. Isaw. It was a chocolate cake, with juicy cherries on the top.

His grandparents came from Montreal to attend his birthday party. All his friends were also invited. I was very happy to see them. They all brought gifts for him. Luna kept them carefully in his room.

Everyone wore all wore nice party dresses.  My charm was the hottest in his blazers suit, a red bow tie, and a white inner shirt.

His friends blew on whistles when it was time to cut the cake.

After cutting the cake, we times was time to play many games and dance, dance, dance.  There seem to be prizes for the winners, I knew would win if I get to be chosen to dance with anyone.