Chapter 2 Raven's POV " Mate ," my wolf howled again . My heart stuttered , then raced as her words sank in . Could it be ? Was my mate here , in the pack house ? The thought sent a rush of excitement through me as my wolf urged me to go check . I shifted back into my human form , and this time , the pain wasn't as unbearable . I quickly went to my closet , searching for a dress , as the one I wore had been torn during my shifting . I settled for a black dress that fell just below my knees . Taking one last glance at my reflection , I stepped out of my room , following the intoxicating scent that was pulling me forward . The scent was leading me toward the grand hall , where our coming - of - age ceremony was being held . My heart pounded in sync with my wolf's excitement . Could it be that one of the guests was my mate ? The closer I got , the stronger the scent became . As I stepped into the grand hall , my breath hitched . The air was thick with the scent of different wolves , laughter , and the sound of glasses clinking , but barely noticed any of it . I was searching for him . Then , my gaze locked onto a figure and my entire world came to a halt . The moment his gaze met mine , everything around us blurred - the noise , the music , the people . " Mate , " my wolf purred , and I felt the undeniable pull toward him . His jaw clenched , his eyes narrowing as he inhaled deeply , his broad chest rising and falling . Did he feel it too ? Did his wolf recognize me the way mine recognized him ? I took a step forward , ready to go to him , when loud clapping and cheers erupted from the crowd . Confused , I tore my gaze away from him , turning toward the source of the noise . The crowd had parted , forming a path leading toward him . My eyes followed the movement , and my heart dropped . There , walking gracefully toward him , was Olivia . Her radiant smile was matched only by the joyful tears glistening in her eyes . She moved with an elegance that captivated everyone's attention , including his . I watched in stunned silence as she approached him , her arms wrapping around his waist . My heart shattered as I saw him respond . His face softened , his arms encircling her protectively . He looked down at her , his eyes warm and tender . A loving smile graced his lips as he leaned down , his forehead touching hers . My entire body went numb . " What is happening ? " I asked my wolf , but she didn't respond . Desperation clawed at my chest , so I turned to a nearby . maid . " What's going on ? " I asked , my voice tight and my brow furrowed . She blinked at me , surprised . " Oh , you don't know ? Your sister found her mate ." I frowned . " Mate ? " I echoed , my voice trembling . The maid nodded , smiling , " Aren't you happy for her ? " I couldn't reply . I couldn't breathe . I was taken aback by what had just happened . Could it be that my wolf was mistaken ? I turned back to look at Olivia and the Alpha King . My mate . 10:52 Thu , 17 JÚ ) G ( Chapter 2 I stumbled backward , my breath coming in short gasps as the weight of those words sank in . No. This couldn't be happening . felt like it was being strangled before it could fully form . My My wolf whimpered , but she remained eerily silent . The bond that had just ignited inside me heart ached , and my hands trembled at my sides as I watched Olivia smile up at him - my mate . The Alpha King . His eyes found mine again , and for a brief , torturous moment , I saw the conflict swirling within them . His jaw tightened , his fingers twitching at his side as if he were fighting the urge to reach for me . But Olivia's laughter pulled him back , she clung to him , her delicate fingers resting against his chest possessively . I wanted to scream . I wanted to demand answers . But I couldn't . Not here . Not now . I turned and ran . Murmurs followed me , whispers questioning my sudden exit , but I didn't care . The grand hall blurred as I pushed through the doors , stepping into the cold night air . My lungs burned , my vision clouded by unshed tears . Was I wrong ? Did I imagine the pull ? No. I felt it . My wolf felt it . So why was my mate standing beside my sister ? The pain was unbearable , a searing agony spreading through my chest . I clutched my arms around myself , stumbling toward my room . I reached my room , shutting the door behind me before collapsing onto my bed , sobbing . How had my life turned out like this ? She had taken everything from me - my father's love , the pack's admiration , and now ... my mate . Why , Olivia ? Why did she always take everything from me ? Fresh tears spilled down my cheeks . I wanted to scream , to break something , to demand answers - but what good would that do ? No one ever listened to me . No one ever chose me . A soft knock at my door made me tense . I quickly wiped my tears and sat up , trying to compose myself . I hesitated before opening the door , and to my surprise , I found my father standing there . It had been years since I last saw him here . He walked past me into the room , the silence stretching between us before he finally spoke . " Your sister found her mate , " he said , his voice devoid of emotion . I scoffed . " Her mate ? She stole mine , " I spat , my tone dripping with anger . His face remained expressionless , as if he already knew . " You have to let your sister be mated to him . " His tone left no room for argument . But I knew better than to stay silent . " Or I should tell him , " I challenged . " Tell who ? " he asked sharply . " The Alpha King , of course , " I snapped . Chapter 2 His expression darkened . " You will do no such thing ." " Watch me , " I countered , turning to leave the room . ww But before I could take another step , my father grabbed my arm and yanked me back . His gaze hardened . " You were never meant to have him , Raven . Accept it and stay silent . You will not tell anyone what happened if you still want to live . he warned . " And for the time being , you will be locked up . " gasped as he turned on his heel and walked out , leaving me stunned . Soon I heard the click of the door lock . He knew all along . I sank to the floor , tears flowing freely as I whispered , " He knew all along . " Suddenly , a sharp pain struck my heart , and I clutched my chest , gasping M as the pain intensified . " What's happening ? " I whimpered to no one in particular . I rolled onto the ground , the pain unbearable . " Mate , " my wolf howled inside me , her voice filled with anguish . Then I realized . He was mating with my sister . E t Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!