Announcing the Princess #4
My sister in law asked, “Do you like it?” I quickly answered, “No.” Haley sighed, “Thank god. What would you prefer it look like?” I smiled, “I like green, but something more this century would be nice.” Haley smiled, “I can work with that. Keaton and Lux, go find what he’s supposed to wear. I’m sure he has a room too.”
Keaton huffed. Haley laughed, “Have no fear, I will keep the dress rules in mind for my godson.” Keaton smirked, “I love you, Aunty Hales.” My sister in law smiled, “As I love you. This is a much better woman for you too. She doesn’t try to hide from me because she is a Liscaredy wolf.”
I snorted, “That’s an amazing nickname.” Haley smiled, “I also call her Lishriekra.” I busted up laughing. Sassy hissed in my head. Tatum said, “I like both names.” Haley added, “To be fair, I call that thing lots of things. I loathe that girl.”
Melanie huffed. God, when she did get back?
I asked, “What’s wrong?” My friend squeaked, “Wrong? I mean… that’s …
well … nothing… that’s… wrong… what could be wrong?
” Scarlett snickered. Lux sighed, “Good lord, Melanie, you’re getting worse at lying.
” Here I was thinking I was the only one who realized that. Tatum said, “Yeah, no it’s everyone.”
Melanie gasped, “No I’m not!” Lux nodded, “You are.” Her Xander chuckled. I hadn’t even noticed he was back already. Or did he leave? Wasn’t he getting people? Alexander said, “We’ll discuss it later, Lovebug.”
I frowned, “Wait, you went to get the rest of my family.” Family. Because I had one. Alexander nodded, “They are downstairs. Mom, did you warn dad?” Melanie snorted. I frowned asking, “About me? He totally saw on the video call.”
Melanie’s Xander laughed, “No, not you. Her dress.” I asked, “What’s wrong with it?” Keaton coughed, “Prom.” I laughed, “Is my brother an Alpha wolf too?” That would definitely make sense based on Melanie’s stories.
Haley answered, “Yes. Eric’s the head of the Werewolf Council now, who is a very possessive Alpha wolf.
” I winked at Keaton who smirked. Lux slapped the back of my mate’s head.
Melanie’s Xander kissed her hand, “See that you don’t get in any more trouble with my mom and aunt. ” Then left to follow the guys.
Melanie shouted after him, “I was helping! I rescued Odette. That’s a thing! It wasn’t trouble! That’s just…” Her Xander laughed and closed the door. My old friend huffed. Haley snapped the dress on me. I winced, “Gosh, this itches.”
Haley’s hands began to glow and when she stepped back, I looked into the full length mirror. My gasp could not be contained. I twirled, “This is amazing!” My sister in law had put me in a strapless corset bodice dress, that had detachable sleeves with a sheer piece down to almost my belly button.
The dress flared out after my waist and had a slit up to my thigh.
I spun around, “I love it!” Haley smiled and snapped her fingers.
My jaw dropped because Melanie was now in a stunning red dress.
It had an A-line halter top with cut outs across her chest, midriff and thigh. I gasped, “Your scars are gone.”
Melanie smiled, “Yeah, Xander and his mom did that.” I hugged my friend, “That’s so great!” Melanie used to have some scars on the top of her shoulders. I’d never seen more than that, but something told me they extended down her entire back.
I glanced at Lux’s mate. Scarlett was now in a stunning blue sheer, tight dress with a sleeve on one side with a very subtle slit.
I asked, “Where’s Melanie’s slit?” Haley winked, “My son can snap things off. You have to keep the men on their damn toes sometimes.” I snorted, “You’re funny. ” She smiled.
I asked, “What’s Eric like?” Haley beamed, boasting, “Eric is the most amazing, fair, caring, loving man. He is ruthless with our enemies to protect our family. He is the strongest Werewolf in the country, and in my fucking opinion the realm.”
“He will spoil you with anything you could possibly want. Our girls have him wrapped around their little fingers. You should probably make a list of things you want because they already started buying things. I have a lot of brothers too. By the way, you can also join my support group.”
I asked, “What’s your support group for?” Haley answered, “Terrible parents.” I laughed, “I’m so in.” Serenity walked into the room and I smiled at her. My sister in law took in my attire stating, “That was a serious upgrade in the dress department. Princess Haley, do you think…?”
Serenity didn’t get to finish her sentence before Haley snapped her fingers. Caspian’s Song was now in an off the shoulder, long sleeved green and sheer dress that had sparkles, with an all green train behind it. Serenity looked every inch the Queen she was.
My Siren sister in law laughed, “This is much better.” Haley nodded.
Serenity produced the crown I’d seen in my dream, that Caspian showed me he got for my birthday, then put it on my head.
I asked, “Where’s yours?” Serenity smiled, “Caspian has it. Come on, it’s time to introduce you. Noxus will lead you into the room.”
As she said it the man himself stepped into the room. Tears filled his eyes, “You’re so beautiful, Odette.” I hugged him, then accepted the arm that he held out to me. Scarlett whispered, “Where do we go?” Haley shrugged, “I can pop us in.”
Serenity waved her hand saying, “Nonsense. You can walk in before our family. That dress DESERVES an entrance. All of them do. Scarlett and Keaton will be near the stage.” Holy crap. Haley smiled and looped her arms with Melanie and Scarlett.
We were led to a different area of the palace. I watched the door open as all three women stepped through followed by several growls. Scarlett winked and I heard another growl. I turned, “Lux?” My big brother snorted, “Wait till your wolf sees you.”
Lux’s eyes were flickering black. Scarlett did a little shimmy then skipped through the doors. Everyone was announced by couple. Serenity had stayed back with us to walk Lux in. Noxus spun me around in my dress while smiling.
Lux was announced before me, which made sense. This was clearly going by birth order. I squeezed my brother’s hand as he walked by. Lux paused to kiss the top of head, then walked inside. I let go of a deep breath.
I asked, “What if they don’t like me?” Noxus asked, “Our people? They already like you.” I whispered, “The Conners.” Noxus comforted me, “I met Nathan. The man is utterly torn apart about how alone you have been. He would’ve been there for you.
They are all looking forward to getting to know you.
Plus, the Princess likes you and they like whoever she does. ”
I laughed, “Haley seems really nice. Who wouldn’t she like?” Noxus laughed, “There are those she does not like.” I gulped when I heard Caspian say, “Announcing Princess Odette Sargasso. My sister will soon to be announced as a Conners as well.”
Holy shit. I went from no last name to two. Noxus squeezed my hand and we walked through to a massive ballroom. I heard a growl that I knew beyond a shadow of a doubt was Keaton, along with a few I didn’t know.
The floor in this room was moving and looked like the ocean itself. Noxus and I walked down a stairway that could’ve been in a movie. Noxus led me to Caspian. I smiled at my brother who took his trident and touched both of my shoulders.
Caspian declared, “You are of Clan Sargasso, blood to water let it be.” Then stepped back. That was it? Tatum commented, “It appears to be.” Sassy felt like she rolled her eyes at us both. I stepped back and people clapped.
I saw Lux Vennox step forward and smile at me. Lux V cleared his throat, “Cas, there are some on the phone worried that you were spotted preparing the army.” The army? For me? Caspian shrugged, “Let them worry. Everyone is welcome to stay and enjoy the evening.”
Tatum cackled, “He’s letting people stew.” Probably Luke. Tatum growled in my head. Noxus led me through a door on the side that opened up into a very large room then took me into a smaller one. Keaton came inside in a literal flash.
I smiled and hugged him closely. Keaton whispered, “Hello, my Song. Channing is really excited to meet Tatum.” I felt Tatum push forward. My wolf purred, “Hello, mate.” Gosh, he must think I’m so dumb, I called him Australian.
Keaton’s eyes flickered back, “Hello mate, what’s your name?” My wolf answered, “Tatum.” Channing laughed, “Like the little not dog?” Not dog? Sassy was humming something of a laugh. Tatum sighed, “It was my name first. My human gave the protector that name to honor me.”
My wolf seemed kind of resigned that my dog’s name was Tatum. Channing questioned, “The protector?” Noxus said, “The Wolves should probably give the humans control back.” Channing smirked, “In a minute.” Keaton’s wolf yanked me into a very possessive, claiming kiss.
When he stepped back his eyes were clear.
Tatum smiled, “Hello, to you too human mate.” Keaton laughed, “Hello, Tatum.” My wolf purred, “You are very handsome.” My mate said, “Your human half is the most gorgeous girl on the planet. I can’t wait to see you in wolf form. ” Tatum purred and pushed me forward.
I rubbed my face, “That was weird.” Keaton told me, “You do get used to it. I was so worried. No one called me after you left the pack or I would’ve come home and brought you home.
” I shrugged, “It’s ok. I learned a lot, actually.
” I needed to tell them all about it, but I needed to figure out how to protect Jag too.
I bet Haley could help me. Maybe even Scarlett. My sisters in law were pretty dang awesome. At least I was crushing that. I gasped, “WAIT! May and Keith are totally mates, aren’t they?” Keaton nodded. So Immy was mated to Sean, and because of family stuff it’s been messed up. Poor Immy.