Chapter Seven

* Emma *

I thought I would go mad at what my father just said, my eyes searching for his deep eyes wondering if he is joking or telling the truth. The event at the Langston palace is tonight, if my decision will be considered by my family I wouldn't go with them.

"It is real Emma, Malificus and the Alpha King talked to me about all this. They need to choose a crowned prince very soon, so the wizard's vision is being looked at by Alpha King Vincent. You are fortunate that one of the princes is your mate Emma, any wolf would die to take your place. But also the prince is lucky to have you."

My father looks very proud and the smile on his face as he looks at me shows how he is thrilled with the idea. I wanted to object and tell him that I don't want anything to do with the Langstons. The vision of the old wizard must be a mistake. As I recalled the two boys when I was younger, they both look spoiled and rich. That's a fact that leaves a bitter taste in my mouth and I am not even attracted to anyone of them. But I keep my opinion to myself.

"What about the prince's opinion on the matter Dad? Have you talked to him about it?"

I asked considering that the prince might not also be in favor of this idea. We could at least talk about it and let ourselves be free rather than be engaged to marry. My father is sick and I could not argue with him, he is old I don't want him to have a hard time now. I should promise myself to do the things that would make him happy.

"No Ems, but the Alpha King did and I was informed that everything is ready. Tonight you and your mate will see each other as a destined pair. Cheer up sweetie and put on your best dress for the evening."

When my father turned his wheelchair away and leave me. I almost choke a sob, why would I come back just to get married? And to one of the princes? I know the Langston wolves are dominant and I cannot have him tells me everything that I need to do all the time. But is he my fated mate?

I took the new dress which was delivered a few days ago. My mother suggested the idea that I should wear one of those made by the local designers or I could have worn my clothes from the UK. The plastic is new, I pulled the zip down and remove the white long dress. It has beads and stones that shine when placed opposite the lights. The thin straps on the shoulders have tiny beads and the neckline is a bit low.

It shows the back and has a long slit on the front to make it easier to walk since the dress is skinny enough to fit me like a second skin. Dinner will start at seven and I should start getting dressed now so that I could do my hair and make-up. I paired it with silver three-inch heels and sandals, and glad that it is a perfect fit.

"Hi sweetie, is there anything I can help you with?"

My mother who is all dressed up comes inside my room and looks at me who's not even finished putting on the dress.

"Yes, mom, maybe with my hair."

There is no rush in my actions, this is not going to be a fashion show where I let many artists help me get ready to walk on the red carpet in time. I started removing my robe and then putting on the dress.

"Oh my! You look lovely as always Ema, I am sure that your mate will be delighted to see you. The wolves in the palace will have their eyes on you."

"I am not trying to get their attention mom."

I exhaled and then let her pull the tiny zip on my left side. She started to comb my hair as I applied the makeup to my face. I don't need heavy makeup, just a light shade is fine.

"I'm sorry sweetie, I know that it is all so sudden for you. But your father agreed to this and all the wolves could not go against our fated mate. Just see for instance me and hour father, and I never thought to have a mate who is older than me by a century but when I saw him everything changes."

My hand froze as I look at my reflection and my mother's beautiful face in the mirror. We have a slight resemblance but I have my father's eyes that could get cold and warm depending on how I feel. And also I am taller than my mother.

"Changes how mom?"

"Oh Ems, I cannot explain it to you rather I know that you will feel it when you see him. It's a strong powerful feeling that you won't be able to resist."

For a moment I thought it was beautiful however I am not sure about it. I let out a sigh and continue working on the makeup as I sit straight on the soft chair in front of my dresser. My father and mother have surely a different case than mine. We spend almost an hour fixing my hair and make-up according to my mother's taste. When finally I heard my father's wheelchair coming.

"Are you both ready?"

Behind him, Dylan is standing wearing a formal long-sleeve shirt tucked inside black trousers. My father wore a suit and a bow tie in a darker shade making him a few years younger. I thought that we are going to an important event for these two to be dressing up like these. My mother smiled lovingly at my Dad.

"Yes, we are! Oh honey you look very handsome tonight."

She bend down to kiss him on the lips and I could hear him chuckle. "And you are as beautiful as always love."

Dylan rolls his eyeballs upward and groans.

"Let us go now before we get late. Come on Ems!"

He calls me to walk out of the room and let our parents right behind us.

"Is Robert not coming?"

"No Ems, he is probably busy taking care of Selene but he wishes you well."

Then I remember Robert told me about visiting Selene, I might as well go there one of these days.

"I don't know what to expect in going to the Langston palace and meeting the Royal wolves tonight."

I voice out while we waited outside my father's vintage car. Dylan looks at me with his eyes worried.

"It wouldn't be so bad Ems, you are going to be mated into one of the twins. I hope you are ready for that, and the responsibilities of being a member of the Langstons."

I raised my brow.

"Which one of the twins was I mated to? I cannot recall the difference between them when I think about it I called only think of one boy's face."

Dylan smiled.

"For a common wolf, it is difficult to identify which one of them is. But I work with Brad Langston for many years and I am one of the few who can tell the difference."

"Oh! That means you must tell me which one is who when we arrive."

"Alright Ems, Brad Langston is an inch taller than Nick Langston. Brad is also wearing his beard a little longer, with a grim face when he doesn't like someone in the room. But Nick is a bigger build and his smile will let you know that he is Nick because Brad rarely smiles. Apart from that there is no difference between them."

"Great!"

I smiled without humor. Then a memory flashes in my head that my smile is erased from my lips. I wonder if they remember it too.

"You are mated to Brad Langston Ems, the older of the twins by just a few minutes. He is a good leader and will be our future Alpha King. Brad might be ruthless in dealing with the enemies but I can see him as a good mate for you. I am somehow relieved that you are mated to a prince so don't worry about anything else Ems."

I nodded. "Thank you for that Dylan, you cannot blame me if I am hesitant about all this. I hate predetermined fate, but I will try and make our father happy if it means accepting the mate I am fated to have."

He gives me a tap on the shoulder as we look at my father and mother getting inside the vehicle first. I wonder what Brad Langston would look like in person after many years.