Chapter 67
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"You look nervous."
Anastasia turned to look at Alpha Draco who was giving her a worried face. He hugged her from behind and placed his chin on top of her head, making her feel comfort.
"I'm just not sure if they'll accept me.." she muttered under her breath, unsure.
"What are you talkin' about? Of course, they will."
"How do you know what? I'm the long lost granddaughter they didn't know of and now that I'm here it just feels all sudden."
"Listen," he murmured, touching her cheek and urging her to look up at him. "Perhaps you're right. They don't know you. And maybe they won't like you at first. But in time, they'll realize how special you are.. The world is lucky to have you and I'm luckier that you're my mate."
"Oh, stop flattering me, Alpha Draco. I guess I'm just nervous about what would happen? What if they don't end up liking me? What do I do then?" She asked, watching as the wind blew away her hair and his.
"Well, I guess that's the easiest part. You don't have to live up to a reputation everyone likes. Just be yourself out there and I'll sure they will soon see you as who you are. You might not be like your mother but you are a good person, a great Luna, and the best mate one could ever have!"
Anastasia chuckled as he said it so proudly, which made her realize how much he looked up to her. He was here always taking care of her needs during her time of need. He was the sweetest and most caring guy she had ever known. And the one she would always love and cherish.
"You're such a liar, Alpha Draco," she teased. "Am I truly the best mate?"
"Of course You are, I can't ever ask for more."
"You better not," she warned with dark eyes. "Or else.. I'll make sure your life's a living hell."
"Then heaven it is," he winked.
Anastasia squealed as he grabbed her by the waist and took her back to the bedroom. How could she ever satisfy a hungry beast like him?
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"Why on earth do you look exhausted, darling?" Luna Rea asked with knitted eyebrows as soon as she saw Anastasia outside the hall. "Your hair.. it's a mess."
Anastasia chuckled nervously, thinking about how she had just made love with the hungry Alpha a few seconds ago. She hurriedly tried fixing her chaotic hair and rushed outside to see Luna Rea. "Um, nothing.. Really.. I just fell over the stairs.."
"But darling, this is the top floor of the whole mansion," Luna Rea said with confusion.
"Oh, I-I've been downstairs earlier. Don't worry about it, grandma. I'm alright. Anyways, is everything good? Are we ready to go, grandma?"
Luna Rea looked at her suspiciously before shaking her head and turning a serious face. "Well, yes. I was just about to call you to say that the party is gonna start in a few minutes. But, dear child, you can't possibly go lookin' like that."
Anastasia looked over herself and found that her dress looked like it had just been trampled over and her hair was still a mess. "Do I look that horrible?" She asked sheepishly.
Luna Rea shook her head with disapproval. "We've no time to waste, darling. Come with me, I know the perfect dress for you," she spoke with certainty.
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"This used to be your mother's when she was younger. It was the one she wore on her eighteenth birthday." Luna Rea said, giving her a silver dress that reached down her feet and softly gave an elegant glow to her. It sparkled with bits of flowing stars.
"It's so beautiful," Anastasia muttered in awe. "And I'm eighteen as well."
"You are. It's like fate has destined you to be here and wear this on this fateful dat. You know what I think, child?"
"What is it, grandma?"
"Your arrival is just on time. The moon goddess is watching over you and I'm sure there are better fates coming your way. You are what we'd call the lucky one."
"The lucky one?"
"The lucky one is someone the moon goddess favors the most. It might be someone she adores. She'll shower you with gifts and expose you to greater fates."
Anastasia looked at herself and wondered about what part of her did the moon goddess adore. If it is true, then why could she not think of anything adorable about her? "I hope you are right, grandma."
"Of course, I am," Luna Rea said with a grin. "Now, what are we gonna do with your hair.."
Finally, Luna Rea began fixing her hair in a different way that fits her so well. She braided some parts and let it flowed from behind her. Soon as she finished inserting pins and flowers on her head, Anastasia looked over the mirror and smiled with delight. "This looks so pretty! Thank you, grandma."
"You're welcome, my dear Anastasia.. I can't help but see so much of you from my own daughter. You look just like your mother," Luna Rea said, kissing her granddaughter's forehead. "It's time!"
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Anastasia looked over the guests that had gathered inside the mansion and heard the sound of the lovely music starting to play in her ears. The music was accompanied with drums and the soft gentle sound of the violin making her wish she knew how to dance and sing.
Alpha Fred stood on the stage and began to call for everyone's undivided attention. "Today, we are gathered here for a very special occasion. One which I've waited 20 years to see and behold. My mistakes from the past has taken its toll and until now I'm being punished. But fate has given me a chance to redeem my self. The moon goddess gave me someone, the girl of my dreams, my long lost daughter!"
The whole crowd gasped and the echoes of their applause could be heard.
"Some of you might be confused," Alpha Fred continued. "But I've dreamt of this day ever since I could remember. I dreamt of meeting my daughter once again.. to see her alive and happy.. to know that she's forgiven me.. But instead a different girl comes back to set things right.. and bring my troubled heart.. to peace."
Anastasia wiped the tears that had gathered from the corners of her eyes. Was she the only one who felt emotional?
"Everyone! It is my pleasure to announce and welcome.. my granddaughter, Anastasia!"
Anastasia began to walk towards the stage and the whole crowd cheered for her. Some even gasped at the sight of her face and features, saying she had the exact same face and body as her mother, Alexandra.
"For 18 years granddaughter has lived a normal life outside these walls," Alpha Fred continued, "but fate has sent her to come here and discover the truth about who she is and where she came from. My dear Anastasia, I look forward to the time we'll spend together as a family.. You're forever welcome in our hearts and home."
Anastasia sniffed, as she felt away the tears that were now falling from her eyes and rolling down her cheeks. "Thank you so much, Alpha Fred," she muttered with a grateful heart. Then she looked at the crowd. "I know it is sudden that I'm here now, in your home but I hope all of you will accept me.. My mother always told me that I'm destined for greater things. But now.. I see great things happening in my present and future. How fortunate am I to witness a strong union and bond between my pack and the Crescent pack? I'll forever be grateful from the bottom of my heart that I have kind grandparents, two packs to call as home.. and two loving Alphas to love and cherish."
The whole crowd cheers for her and soon they began screaming her name. "Anastasia! Long live the princess!"
Just then, Alpha Draco came out to the stage, earning a loud cheer, and rushed to hug her, lifting her up and spinning her around. Anastasia chuckled as he kissed her with so much passion.
"Babydoll," Alpha Draco murmured, pulling back a little. "I knew you had it in you. Look around here, everyone loves you!"
Anastasia looked around her and saw the whole crowd still screaming and cheering. "Truly?"
He nodded. "I'm starting to think you're born for this."
Anastasia smirked, looking back to him. "I guess I am."
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Author's Note:
We're nearing the end for Anastasia and Alpha Draco. Sadly, we have to say goodbye to them soon! Three more chapters left! T_T
