Chapter Two
1385 Words
Tabby.
The school list was posted, and who got the privilege of decorating the hall for the senior prom was on everyone's mind. Tabby was sure she got picked. After all, she was Huntlys top gal and soon to be mate, or at least she thought so.
"What's all the chatter about?" Amanda could see the girls all gathered around the paper hung on the board.
"It's the name of who got picked for the senior prom decorating committee. I don't have to look. I know it's me."Tabby smirked as she she brushed her hair back.
"Um, Tabby, why are the other girls walking by and whispering and pointing to you? Maybe you best check out that list."
"Oh, come on, Amanda, everyone knows I got it.Take a chill."
Amanda walks over and reads what the girls all are whispering about.
"Tabby, you might want yo come and check this list out. I really don't think you will like it."Amanda waits for the screaming to begin.
'Fine." Tabby walks to the list, and sure enough, the screaming began.
"What. How did she get it. That loser doesn't know how to decorate a hall. I refuse to accept this. "
Screaming all the way to class, the whole school knew Tabby saw the list.Everyone knew Tabby would cause chaos over it.
Bella entered the classroom just to be confronted by a rude slap to the face. Dropping her books, Bella looks at Tabby with a disgusted look. "What was that for, and dont touch me again. I mean it."
"Oh, I am so scared. What are you going to do about it? So how'd you get picked anyway?"
"Just leave me alone. Picked for what?" Bella thinks Tabby has lost her mind.
"The decorating committee. How did you get picked for it?"
"Me, I didn't even sign up, so how could I get picked?" Bella gives Tabby that whatever look.After class, Bella steps outside the school.
"Time to call mom." Bella tapes her foot, waiting for her mom to pick up the phone.. "Okay, what is going on. How did I get picked for the decorating committee? I didn't sign up for it."
"I am sorry. I should have told you. Roman picked you. He felt you would do a good job since you are my daughter. You will be fine. I will help you, I promise. "
"Thanks for the headache. " Bella hangs up before her mom could say anything.
Returning to class, Bella couldn't wait for this day to end. "Why me ?" Kept running through her mind. Finally, the bell rings out, and Bella heads to the resort.
"Mom, I am here to see what needs done. Thanks to you and Roman."
"Bella, you are fully capable of doing yhis. Stop doubting yourself. Besides this gives you the chance to get to know this place. You start your new job her after graduation."
Checking out the hall and writing down her ideas, Bella never noticed Huntly coming in the hall.
"Well, well, look who it is. The ugly duckling." Huntly takes the book from Bella waving it above his head.
"Give it to me."Bella tries grabbing it bumping into Huntly.
"Oh, you want to touch me. How about I do this?" Huntly pushed her up against the wall. "What would you do if I get this close?" Pushing himself into her. Taking his nose, he runs it along her neck. "Like that now, do you?" Taking his hand, he runs it through her hair, letting it fall toward her face. Getting close to her face, he kissed her. "How's that? He arrogantly asks.
"What is going on"comes from across the hall. Huntly hears but doesn't turn around. He's fixed on Bella. "No, this can't be. I won't let this be. You can't be my mate. You are too ugly to be my Luna. this can't be."Huntly repeats as he pulls away from Bella.
"What was you doing?I demand an answer." Tabby grabs his arm as he walks by.
"This can't be. No way. Are the gods punishing me?" Huntly mumbles.
"What are you talking about ? You are making no sense. You know I will be your mate."
"Stop walking." Tabby demands him, and still he keeps on walking. Running up behind him, Tabby grabs his arm. "Stop Huntly. What are you talking about?"
"Bella, she's. Can't be." He mumbles
"She what?"Tabby steps in front of him.
"Bella, she's my mate."Huntly squeaked out.
"No way, you must be mistaken. That can't be. I am your mate."
"No, I just felt it. My wolf came forward when I was teasing her. She is my mate."
"Just great, now what?" Tabby stomps her foot, showing what a spoiled brat she is.
"My father will know. He's good at solving problems. Let's go." Pulling Tabby by the hand, he heads to his father's office.
Bella sits on the floor, feeling so confused. She has never had her wolf come forward. Truth is, she didn't think she even had a wolf, that she was totally a wolfless girl. "This can't be happening. I hate him. How could he be my mate. No, I this I was just caught up in the moment. That must be it. I was just caught up in the moment. "Bella laughs.
Busting into Roman's office without knocking is a bad idea. "Oh dad, sorry, I didn't. I will come back later. " Closing the door, Huntly laughs as he grabs Tabbys hand."Sorry about that. Dad is a lover, not a fighter."
Jenny stops in the hall to find Bella sitting on the floor laughing. "What's so funny, my child?"
"Oh, nothing. I think I just ticked Huntly off, or maybe I.... don't know what I did."
"I don't think I am following you. You did or didn't do something?" Jenny looked at Bella with a very confused look.
"Huntly was being his arrogant self, trying to tease me with his look, and then he kissed me. Just him being a jerk. But something happened. He started mumbling stupidly, that I was his mate. Totally out of left field. That can't be right."
"How did you feel when this took place?"
"I felt my wolf for the first time, but it was very shy. I don't think I was dreaming of it . was I?"
"The gods choose who our mate is to be. If they chose you to be Huntlys mate, then that's what will be. you two have time to figure it out. This time tomorrow night will be your prom. enjoy it and worry about the rest later. Now, how are we decorating this hall?"
Telling her mother about the design she wants to do kept her mind off of things for a little while.But the feeling wouldn't go away.
"Huntly stop laughing. This is not funny. How are we going to fix this. I have to be your mate. You know I am the best choice. After graduation, you take over the resort. I am to be by your side. Let's go back and talk to your dad."
"Fine, let's go back." This time, Huntly knocked on the door.
"Come in, son."The deep harsh voice came through the door. "What can I do for you.?"
"I have a serious problem. You will never guess who my mate is.Bella, the ugly duckling. You got to fix this. She can't be my mate. "
"Calm down. Don't acknowledge her. Do your thing. You don't need a mate right away. Taking over this resort, you will meet lots of young people. Enjoy it. Don't panic. By the way, there is someone you need to meet. Sopfia, please come in."Roman smiles."This is Sophia. She will be your new secretary. Her mom will be joining me on my trip."
Stunned by her beauty, Huntly stares until Tabbys hand hits his arm with a punch.
"Excuse me, Huntly, come back to earth."
"Oh, sorry. It's nice to meet you."He says as he extended his hand.
"Nice to meet you. I hope to serve you well. Just tell me what needs to be done, and I will do it. I follow orders very well. "She reaches out and shakes his hand, smiling.
Tabby grabs Huntlys hand. "I think we have another problem to solve."Tabby grumbles.
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