Chapter 41

Avery's POV.

I was having the best sleep till I felt someone's fingers caressing my cheeks.

My thoughts immediately went to Xander, but I concluded it wasn't him. The hands on my cheeks were too soft to be his.

I have these feelings that I've felt those soft hands on my cheeks before but as usual, I couldn't place where exactly.

My nose came to my rescue as I perceived the scent of the person.

Leilani.

My eyes flew open.

"Leilani, what are you doing here? " I asked drowsily, I could do with another hour of sleep.

"Luna, the party would start in less than 30 minutes, have you changed your mind about attending the function?" She asked gently.

Alarmed, I jumped out of bed, it was dusk already and I haven't taken a single step in preparing for the party.

OMG!

What about the alarm, I set my alarm for 6:30 PM, why on earth did it not ring?

Oh, I remember now, the alarm did ring but I stopped it, hoping to have thirty more minutes of rest.

Oh goodness, this is the reason I always set two to three different time alarms.

Sometimes, sleep can be my very best friend, especially if I intend to wake up in time.

"I'm sorry for coming into your room without permission, I knocked for several minutes without an answer, and I could hear your steady heartbeat, that's why I entered," Leilani explained, there was an atom of fear in her voice and I completely understood.

"Please don't apologize, you save my bloody ass from getting late for the party, I was deep sleeping I guess. Don't apologize, just sit and wait for me, I'll run a quick bath for myself." I said, hurrying away.

"Should I come and help?" She asked, and I was quick to decline, servants bathing me isn't my kind of thing, it's so old-fashioned.

I hurried with my bathing and rushed out of the bathroom to meet Leilani still standing.

"Shits, don't tell me you've been standing since...." She nodded her head.

"Sit your ass down already, we're so fucking late. How did I sleep so deep?" The rhetoric question shoots out of my mouth and I run to my dressing table.

"Now don't hurry things, Luna, sit down and relax. I'll help you dress up." She said and headed towards me.

I looked at her with questioning eyes, but I complied anyway. I might not need help with bathing but I think I surely need help in dressing up.

I stink when it comes to dressing, if I have my way... I'll feign sickness and sit my butt home. I'm not a party person.

"Do you have any looks in mind or should I dress you up on my own accord?" She asked, looking at my reflection in the mirror for an answer.

I don't have any look in mind and I just want a simple look, but the thought of seeing Xander brought a blush to my face and I uttered. "Just make me look amazing but please simple and light make up please."

"You don't need to make up anyway." She said and turned me away from the mirror.

"You're naturally beautiful and nature would blend perfectly with your skin."

She said and I looked at her with wonder.

"Just close your eyes Luna and trust me." She ordered and I complied. Arguing with her would only lead to delay.

She stretched the seat to my height and made me lay on it.

I felt her open something that had this beautiful smell. I wanted to grab whatever she was holding and sniff at it the whole night.

At least that would calm me down since Xander isn't around.

I felt her styling my hair, her hands doing wonders to my body and within twenty minutes, we were done.

She asked me to open my eyes and I complied.

She didn't allow me to turn towards the mirror and see my reflection, she just pulled me to my dressing room.

I took out the black gown she gifted to me and she helped me slip it on.

I brought out black polished stiletto shoes to match the gown, beautiful diamond earrings, and a necklace to match.

Mom had gifted me the diamond sets during my graduation. Shannon had a similar set.

She helped me dress quickly and I felt good.

‘Are you seriously dressing for Erik or Xander?.’ Kira asked excitedly.

‘Shut up, when I need you to keep quiet, you're never quiet.’ I scoffed at her and she let out a rough chuckle.

She led me to the mirror and I was awed by my reflection. I don't want it to look like I'm complimenting myself but darn it!

I was looking beautiful.

I wonder what Leilani did with me, but whatever it was... I love it.

Now no one would stop me from making her my P.M.

She made me appear so good in such a short time, my hair was shiny, and she coupled it with a flower crown similar to that of my gown.

From the smell of the flowers, I bet some of my favorite flowers are present; peony, tulip, wild rose, daisy, and some I can't remember.

I smiled, staring at myself in the mirror.

"Thank you, Leilani. Thank you soooooo...so much." I expressed my gratitude, then I noticed something....she was still in her servant outfit.

I walked hastily to my wardrobe, searched through my unused gown collections, and grabbed a simple black gown, designed with red stripes.

"Here, wear these." I handed it over to her and she immediately stepped back.

"I'm sorry Luna Avery but I can't accept this." She said taking a bow and refusing my gift.

As much as I hate to do what I was about to do, I have to do it.

"Wear it, Leilani, that's an order from your Luna," I said in my Luna tone and she immediately collected it.

I showed her the dressing room to change.

She's the first person I'm using my Luna tone on, lucky her. I had to do it or she wouldn't comply.

I took a red T-strap shoe and a set of necklaces for her.

The elders would take me more seriously about her issue if they saw me and her together.

The pack elders can act funny at times, but I hardly judge their sense of judgment, they're blessed by the moon goddess with immense wisdom.

Leilani came out of the dressing room and I wowed at her, the girl's pretty....too pretty, the gown clung to her curves. She's gonna be paying attention tonight.

"You're beautiful Leilani," I commented but she looked down shyly and muttered a thank you, Luna.

I grab her hand, seat her down, and rub some of her oil ointment on her hair, combing it for her.

She keeps arguing about doing it for herself but I ignored her, she was just impossible.

We took one hour to get ready.

"Well...we're one hour late, it wasn't that bad," I said as we both stood by the mirror.

Leilani's unique eyes alone were attention-grabbing. She's looking out of this world.

"I don't feel so good about wearing your clothes and stuff...what will the others think?" She asked, her heart beating so fast that I couldn't help but feel sad for her.

I know it's awkward but I want her with me, I don't even know why I feel so close to her in such a short period.

"I know it's all too sudden for you, but I feel good when you're near...but I know I'm being selfish here...holding you against your will and I'm sorry, so if you don't want to attend the party with me, you're free to stay back. And as for what others would say, I know how to handle that." I explained to her.

I waited for her answers. She looked at me and smiled.

I know that smile from somewhere, but where?

I just don't want that to disturb me right now.

"If you want me with you, then....at your service Luna Avery." She said, bowing down.

I felt something tug at my heart, and I knew Leilani had won my heart in a day.

How unusual.

My phone began to ring, it was Shannon.

I picked it up and put it on the loudspeaker expecting a shout.

"Where the hell are you!?" It was evident from her voice that she was trying to control her anger.

"I'm coming, sis." That was all I could say.

"I couldn't come to pick you up because the Beta's wife called me for something and you're babying around there. Get your ass here this instant.... don't make me come there, Avery." She hissed and ended the call.

"Your sis isn't such a cool-headed one," Leilani said after the call ended.

"Nahhhh...she isn't...she's a viper and she's always in angry mode...if I were you, I'd avoid her," I said and winked at her.

She smiled and we both went out.

Everyone that came in contact with us wowed silently at us, after greeting me.

As we headed to the car that would convey us to the party venue, I heard two female voices whispering.

"Isn't that Leilani?" The first asked.

"Don't be silly, what would the Luna do with such a weirdo?" The other asked and I smiled.

I have a lot to do with Leilani.

She's just different.