4.
“I'm sorry,” Selene bowed her head to them. She knew she had done the wrong thing this time around, and there was no justification for her mistake.
The gods looked at her and shook their heads. Never in their lives have they seen something this complicated before.
Zeus stood up and the rest of the 11 gods bowed. Zeus was their leader, and he had led the council of 12 gods for ages. He looked at Selene, his silver eyes boring into hers like they would cut through her soul.
“How could you make such a mistake? We have no business with physical contact with the wolves. Why did you touch the baby?” He asked.
Selene sighed. “I'm sorry. I wasn't in control of myself and my emotions.” She answered sincerely.
“You're the moon goddess, Selene. No one has the kind of self-control you have.” Artemis sighed and facepalmed.
“I know, but this one was beyond me. I just saw myself reaching out to touch the baby.” She replied.
“And because of this stupid mistake, your powers are at risk,” Ares, the god of war, snapped. He turned to face Zeus. “This was the same reason why I wasn't taking it when she was chosen by the moon.”
“Calm down, Ares!” Zeus thundered and Ares sat down. He averted his gaze to Selene, who still had her head down. “To correct your mistake, you're going to be sent down to earth and get your powers back from that baby.” He ordered.
Selene looked up with a start. “He is just a baby, Zeus. Taking the powers now might kill him.” She spoke calmly.
“It is something you must do, Selene. Your powers and the magic realms are at risk here.” He snapped.
“I know, but the baby's life is at risk too. His mother suffered to birth him. I can't take his life just like that.” She countered.
Zeus hit his hand on the desk, and they all flinched. “Go to earth and get your powers back, else you will lose your title as the moon goddess.” He turned his back and was about to disappear.
“Wait!” She exclaimed.
He looked over his shoulder.
“I'll go to earth and take my powers back, but permit me to wait until he is grown up and strong. That way, he won't die if I take them.” She requested.
Zeus thought about it. He looked at the rest of the gods and goddesses seated in their respective seats and all, except Ares, nodded their heads in agreement.
“Fine. I only agree to this because a few days here is like years there. When he comes of age, go down there, get your powers and return.” He ordered.
“Yes, Zeus.” She smiled.
They all bowed before disappearing. After they were gone, Selene ruffled her hair.
“This is not what I bargained for.”
****
A FEW DAYS LATER…
“It's time,” Zeus said, and Selene stood up from where she sat. 20 years had passed in the werewolf world, and the gods were sure the boy had grown and would be able to handle the transfer of powers. They put Selene in the middle and made a circle round her.
“We're going to make you look the same way the wolves look. You have to keep your remaining powers hidden until you are taking them back from the boy. Do not screw this one up, Selene!” Zeus warned.
“I won't disappoint you, Zeus.” She smiled.
“I hope you won't,” He stepped back and gave the gods a go ahead to work on her. They combined their powers and the energy shot out of their hands. It took the form of an orb of energy and surrounded her body and head. Then slowly faded, leaving her looking like a human.
Her face was still the same, but her hair color was changed to black, her perfect body was made to look like a teen and her golden eyes turned brown.
“It is done,” They all moved back.
Zeus sighed as he looked at her. “We've automatically included your name in the student list at school. You can still go by Selene, but your surname is Moon. His name is Dominic Maximus. Make sure you earn his trust by befriending him. Staying on earth for too long can make you weak, so be fast with whatever you want to do and get back here,” He instructed. She nodded and waved at Marlene.
Marlene smiled back and muttered “good luck” to her.
“Close your eyes.” He whispered.
She sighed and did as instructed. When she opened them, she saw herself in front of a gate. At the top was written Royals Training Academy.
“I can do this,” She exhaled and opened the gate. The school was huge and she could see students walking to and fro. She could smell the royalty off them all. They were going to be great Alphas and Lunas when they graduate.
She looked around. “Where could he be?” She walked into the halls and smiled as she looked around. She knew how schools looked like and the activities that went on, but she hadn't stepped her feet in one before. It felt good somehow.
“Dominic!”
She heard someone scream and turned to the direction the voice came from. Something stirred within her when she saw the reason behind the screams and commotions in the hallways.
As he walked down the school hallway, all eyes turned to the tall, and handsome guy with his jet black hair styled to perfection. His piercing hazel eyes seem to light up the room, and his chiseled jawline and strong cheekbones are perfectly accentuated by his designer stubble.
Dressed in a sharp, black shirt and jeans trousers, he exuded an air of confidence and sophistication that immediately drew the attention of those around him. He's the kind of guy every girl wants to be with, and every guy wants to be like.
“He is the baby. I can feel my powers,” She said.
He ignored the cheers and was about to walk past her, but bumped into her and turned to apologize, but was frozen when they locked gazes. He felt his wolf howl in excitement, threatening to bust out. Her scent like strawberries with fresh roses attacked his nostrils, and it was that moment he knew.
Dominic couldn't stop himself from muttering the one word that annoyed him greatly.
“MATE,” He said and Selene's eyes widened.
“Mate?”
5.“Mate?” Selene asked. She looked around to see whether he was referring to someone else, but his eyes were boring into hers. He was… referring to her.How?She was the moon goddess; a being responsible for giving wolves their mates. She can't be a mate herself.Dominic scoffed. “This can't be possible,” He stared at her. He took in her features, and even though she was relatable, he would never accept a stranger as his mate. He hadn't even seen her before, and now he was expected to call her mate? Never!“The moon goddess must have made a mistake. Why would she mate me to somebody like you?” He snapped at her.“I have no idea. I am confused and know nothing about what's going on here,” She arched her brows.“Let me clarify this for you, Missy. If you want to survive in this school, stay the hell away from me, okay? And, if by any chance words get out that I was mated to a frail stranger like you, I won't hesitate to have your head for dinner.” He warned.Selene couldn't believe her
6.Selene managed to get up and dragged her feet to the ladies restroom. She felt his hold on her neck might have left a mark and definitely wanted to get rid of it since she hated blemishes on her skin.If she was a wolf, it would have healed quickly but she wasn't one. She was only made to look like them. As she made her way to the restroom, she saw the students trooping out of their various classes. They all went in different directions but she noticed those in her class were headed the same way. No doubt it was already time for their Martial arts classes.“I should be back before they're all dressed up and arranged.” She whispered to herself but was dragged back by one of the students.“Where are you going, newbie?” He asked with a sneer.“Hey!” She snapped and another one grabbed her hand.“The Martial arts dojo is that way,” He pointed to a direction where her classmates were headed. “If you can't find your way, I'm being nice by showing it to you.” He smirked.Selene couldn't h
7.Dominic went to the class, took his bag and left the school premises in his car. He couldn't believe Mr. Ethan paired him with Selene. Out of all the girls in their class, it had to be Selene. Now, he'd have to spend time with her which is what he didn't want at all.“Damn it!” He groaned angrily.He returned to the mansion and the maids welcomed him. Ignoring them and flinging his backpack in the hands of one of them, he walked to the throne room and met his mother in a meeting with some elders.Queen Bathsheba stopped speaking and smiled on seeing her son, but her smile faded when she realized he wasn't supposed to be home by now.“Greetings, Alpha.” The elders bowed and he nodded before walking to where his mother was seated.“Mother, there's something I need to tell you.” He requested.“How about when I'm done?” She whispered lovingly.Dominic sighed and sat on a throne that was placed beside her. “Please, let's proceed.” Queen Bathsheba gestured for the elders to continue.“We
8.NEXT DAY…Selene sighed as she walked into the hallways. After Dominic left the dojo the previous day, the students jeered at her and those that were jealous even went ahead to call her names and accused her of purposely making Mr. Ethan pair her and Dominic.She tried to ignore them, knowing that her stay here was limited but some of their words were quite harsh and hurtful. She thought she knew what high school girls faced, especially the newbies when she was in her goddess form, but it seemed she knew nothing.She was equally shocked when out of the number of girls they had, she was the one who got paired with Dominic and wanted to ask Mr. Ethan about it but she refrained from doing so.She looked around to see if Dominic was in school but couldn't find him. With a sigh, she went for her locker and opened it to see a dead bird in it.She didn't scream and looked at the students who were all gathered to take photos and videos of her reaction. Their initial plan was to scare her a
9.“Are you surprised?” Dominic asked with a smirk.Selene couldn't believe this guy. It wasn't like they were getting into a contract marriage or anything. It was just a partnership. What has contracts got to do with all these?“I don't really understand how being your Martial arts partner requires a contract.” She frowned at him.Dominic loved the look on her face. Finally, he annoyed her with something and counted it as an achievement.“You know, I am the most sought-after guy in this Academy. I need to bind you with a contract to avoid you going out of bounds.” He explained.“Going out of bounds? How?” She asked and he facepalmed.“Are you dumb or what? Look at me from head to toes, then look around and see how the girls stare at me,” He ordered and Selene found herself doing as he had said. She could see how the ladies stared like they were going to eat him whole. The way some guys stared at him made her think they were bisexual. Like why the heck would a guy stare at his fellow
10.“A drastic plan? Tell me about it?” Selene knew Artemis to be pretty dark and cunning. She was the most quiet among the gods but she was good with hunt and very cunning. She was also a master at making deadly plans. She and Artemis usually got along since she was the moon goddess and Artemis was also associated with the moon.“How about we turn him into a bunny?” She asked and Selene frowned.“Come on, Artemis! This isn't a time to joke around. I really need to draw his attention.” She complained.Artemis chuckled and thought for a while. “What if we ask Poseidon to drown him in the sea?” Artemis asked.“If he dies in the sea, my power dies with him. That's not going to help at all.” Selene frowned.“Okay. How about we ask Aphrodite to make him fall in love with you? That way, you would get back your powers and we wouldn't have anything to worry about.” She suggested.“You can't force nature, Artemis. He has to fall in love with me of his own accord. If I make Aphrodite use her pow
11.NEXT DAY…Selene skimmed through the wardrobe, trying to pick out what to wear from the clothes Artemis had changed for her. She settled on a short black skirt and white crop top.She packed her hair into a bun and slipped on a pair of black sneakers before picking her school bag and dashing out of the house.She stopped a bus and got in immediately. People were already filled up and there was only a space at the back. She'd have to sit close to one of the bullies in school; particularly the idiot that she marked his face to deal with.Selene would have quit the bus but she had already tipped her money. With a sigh, she removed her bag, and sat down, wondering why a soon to be Alpha would be using the public transport.“Hello, pretty eyes,” He smiled at her but she ignored him.He seemed annoyed by her attitude and held her hand. Selene snapped her head to his direction and frowned at him. “Why are you taking a public bus, Luna?” He asked.She yanked her hands away from him. “I sh
12.“He'll be fine. I've given him some pain relieves and since he's an Alpha wolf, he'll heal quickly.” The nurse explained.“Thanks,” Dominic replied and she walked out. He has rushed Asher to the infirmary the minute he passed out. While he watched Asher, he couldn't help but wonder if Selene actually did this to him.He recognized Asher as part of the guys that were bullying her the day they were going for martial arts class and wondered if she had done it to get back at him for it?If she was the one, how and where on Earth did she get such strength? He still couldn't believe it.Maybe it wasn't Selene. It might be someone else because the Selene he knew couldn't be that strong. It wasn't possible. He'd have to wait for Asher to wake up first. Asher would tell him what actually happened between them.A few minutes later, Asher moved and his eyes opened. The swell on his face had gone down and he was slowly healing. He looked around and wondered what he was doing in the infirmary.