Chapter 2

Liana

Everyone's eyes were now on me. The dirty omega who just spilled drinks on the alpha of the pack.

I quickly got up and rushed towards the man.

“I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to. I'm so sorry.” I began dabbing at the drinks dripping from him in an attempt to wipe it off.

He grabbed my hands forcefully and threw me back and I fell down flat on my ass. Pain shot up through my wrist as I tried to bridge my fall.

“Who the hell gave you the right to put your hands on me?” The alpha growled.

“I'm sorry!” I cried because I didn't know what else to say.

“Get up!” My father barked.

I quickly tried to stand but the pain in my wrist only intensified. I must have dislocated the joint. I stood on shaky legs while holding onto my left wrists with my right hand. I looked down at my feet because I couldn't bear the look of disappointment on my father's face.

“I told you not to disgrace me today!” He said in a dangerous low tone.

“I didn't mean to.” The tears were now falling from my eyes.

My father turned to the alpha with a deep bow. 

“Forgive the insolence of my house, alpha Carl. I promise to dish out a punishment that is worthy of this crime.” He said apologetically.

Alpha Carl still didn't look pleased.

“Who the hell is she?” He demanded.

My father sighed heavily.

“She is my daughter.” He said in shame.

Alpha Carl raised his eyebrow in mockery.

“I never knew you had such a lowly daughter.” He mocked.

“I don't know the sins I've committed with which I was punished with such an atrocity.” My father said in regret.

“What's your name, child?” Alpha Carl asked.

“Liana.” I whispered.

“Speak up!” He demanded.

“Liana.” I said a little louder this time.

“Count yourself lucky that your father takes care of you. If I had a child like you, I would have sacrificed you at birth.” He deadpanned.

“That's okay, father. Luthor has brought a change of clothes for you.”

I looked up at the man who just called the alpha, father. He wasn't the one that caught my attention. I looked past him at the man who had caught my attention a few minutes earlier to see he was still looking at me. I quickly looked away in embarrassment.

“Thank you, Baylor.” Alpha Carl said.

He accepted the clothes and my father led him into the adjourning closet to change. I just stood there awkwardly until they came out.

“Go and make new drinks for my guests.” My father instructed me.

I nodded and walked away with my head hanging in shame. Mother followed behind me. The minute we entered the kitchen, a resounding slap landed on my cheek. 

I yelped because I wasn't expecting it. My left hand flew to my face, forgetting I had dislocated my wrist and another bout of pain ensued.

“You dare?” She growled.

“I didn't mean to.” I pleaded.

Those words had become a constant in my mouth.

“Your father has been preparing for this gathering for weeks and the one thing he asked of you was to make it perfect! This is how you disgrace him in front of his peers?” She demanded.

Nothing I had to say could make the situation any better so I kept quiet.

“You are nothing but a disgrace. I regret the day I took in with you. Prepare the new drinks for the guests, and you better serve them respectfully this time around.” She snarled.

I didn't even know how I was going to serve the drinks with one hand but I had to manage. Even though I was in so much pain, I disregarded it and made a fresh batch of drinks.

The council men were talking about the pack's succession when I resurfaced a few minutes later. I carefully laid out the drinks to avoid any more mishaps. I could still feel that man’s eyes one and I did my best not to look at him.

“One more thing.” Alpha Carl said in excitement. “The priestess is on her way here. She told me earlier today that she got a revelation from the goddess and she would.only share it when the council is gathered so what better chance for her to do it if not now?”

The other men nodded happily. It's been a long time since we received any project and so everyone was happy and anticipated the arrival of the priestess.

Soon, she came. I quickly ran out and added another chair for her to join the councilmen.

I stood by the door and watched because I didn't want to miss whatever she had to say.

“Welcome, the eyes of the goddess. I've gathered the men like you requested.” Alpha Carl began.

The priestess smiled and looked around the table.

“The moon goddess has looked upon us with mercy and she has given me a prophecy that will bring about the prosperity of our pack.”

Everyone howled happily.

“Prince Baylor, the goddess says it's time for you to mate.” She announced.

Baylor looked around the table happily. Alpha Carl stood up and pulled him into his blossom proudly.

“I knew you had come of age and I knew the goddess would not leave us wanting.” 

Everyone was rejoicing at the news.

“Does the goddess have anyone in mind for this great union? A powerful family perhaps?” The alpha asked.

The priestess smiled warmly. 

“She has given me her chosen one from this household.”

Alpha Carl quickly offered a handshake to my father. They both hugged each other like long lost brothers.

Baylor stood up happily and offered his hand to Ariana. She took it proudly and stood up next to him. My parents beamed at the honor that was being bestowed upon them.

Suddenly, the priestess stood up and if the chair burned her. Her head whipped around immediately and her eyes met mine where I was standing behind the door. I stumbled back in fear.

“Not her, You!” She declared.

Everyone turned to look at me and Ariana's face dimmed with gloom.

“You are the chosen one.” The priestess said.

“That's not possible. She's just an omega. Disregard her.” My father said immediately.

“She is the chosen one.” The priestess deadpanned.