CHAPTER 17 Welcome To The Pack, Luna
Adam waited at the top of the set of stairs that led from the pathway to the veranda that spanned the width of the building.
Ann was a little impressed with the size of the main house. Its grey and white brick were accented with black slate rooftops and white pillars ran the length of the veranda, various flowering plants climbing languidly along the screens placed intermittently between them.
It probably had more in common with a small palace rather than a mansion, just because of its sheer size. It certainly reminded her of the royal palace, although the architecture and design of this house were far more modern.
Ann was a little curious about the need for a 4 storey house, but after the frosty reception she had with her questions about the education provided, she thought she would wait a little longer before she asked anything else.
Adam’s demeanor was a little off, and he seemed to be a little cold toward her compared to his earlier warmth. He took her hand firmly, with no trace of a smile on his face.
“I would prefer it if you would at least attempt not to contradict me in front of the pack. I appreciate that you have different ideas of how to do things here, but any discussions will be held in the privacy of our room, or offices. A united front is imperative.” He stated in a very business like tone.
Ann nodded meekly as her heart sank a little and her wolf tutted in displeasure at her.
‘We haven’t even been here an hour and you’ve already p*ssed him off.
‘I agreed to marry him. I never agreed that I would make him like me.’ Ann grumbled.
strong male who can’t find his mate, you rejected yours…. don’t know why you wouldn’t want to try to get closer to
‘So you want me to roll over and agree to everything he wants
the same as putting a gun filled with silver bullets
back the sarcastic replies that formed on her tongue
am not stupid. You might not be aware of my
choices, his policies, nor the alliances he tries in vain to forge. It seems to turning your backs on your fated mates is a common theme within the royal males and the men they choose to ally with,” He replied
she had been struck across the face. She fumed silently as the front door was opened and he instinctively reached for her hand to pull
up in a
plastered on her face the most welcoming expression
she had
quietly and demurely, speaking softly to showcase their ability to rule with grace and
hated every second of those meetings. She was always complimented on her submissive nature in diplomacy yet fierce nature on the battlefield. With her and her wolf two
nature of her personality there would have been an uproar. The question remained whether she would be true to herself from the beginning here, or whether she would keep her mouth shut. After all, it was
to the omega staff and she greeted them happily while her
we get to know your likes and dislikes. We will work our hardest to ensure that everything is to your liking.”
or my needs. Please, continue to do as you would normally and if I have any specific
The omega who had spoken merely inclined her head and answered quietly.
“As you wish, Luna.”
“Let me show you to your room for tonight, my love,” Adam said, wrapping his arm around Ann’s shoulder with a smile.
He was doing a great job of imitating affection but as Ann stood closest to him, the fond gaze that he was attempting to mimic wasn’t actually filled with warmth as it should have been.
It was ever so slightly indifferent.
As if that small disagreement they had in the car really had changed his attitude toward her completely.
She returned his gesture and leaned into him, her performance of adoration much more convincing than his had been and for a moment, an unreadable look passed across Adam’s eyes.
He cleared his throat and took her hand in his own and with quick thanks to the staff assembled, guided her up the stairs.
Ann grinned to herself.
If he wanted to punish her by shutting her out then she would show how little it mattered to her.