Underneath (Completed)#Unedited

Chapter 5

Why cannot I act mature? Why was I so interested in dragging  him beyond the extent? Why am I so impulsive? I shake my head in disgust.

Collecting myself, I step out of the limousine and for the first time look around.

Awestruck.

I was standing in front of a massive palace. It looked like a seven rated hotel misspelled as home. It was extravagant and look absolutely regal. It was surrounded with trees and forests for miles. I close my mouth and try my level best to be a bit more dignified. The house had me enchanted. It was elegant in every prospect. It looked grand,

And undoubtedly rich.

I  take in the picture and my neck craned to capture more of the vast house I am standing in front of. I have never seen something like this structure in my entire twenty four years existence!

I turn around to see a metal gate probably a few metres away. It was tall and strong. It stood rigid and like an armour protecting the beautiful house inside.

I felt a pang of jealousy shoot through me, what wouldn't I have done just to make this place mine. Everything expect marry the master of this palace.

Without giving a second thought I head towards the entrance, it had huge white pillars and flush greenery surrounding it. In the middle stood a  wide fountain exhibiting a cultural significance of Italy.

Strange.

I try my best not to embarrass myself in any sort, ad I had people looking at me with their eye balls  bulging off their sockets. I felt like waving at them, then again wouldn't they misunderstand me for a mere cleaner. I looked down at my dress and sent a silent prayer to the god. I have worn best of what I had. But that's not it. My hair was rough and wild, while my fingers and face were pale and hard due to immense negligence.

My hands hang on my sides weakly and I proceed forward to avoid the burning stares of people around. They were in uniform, probably guards.

I swallow hard. I hate attention. I FREAKING HATE ATTENTION!

Suddenly I  lost my balance. Stepping on the shattered glass pieces. When my body was above to kiss the ground, I feel two strong arms wrap themselves around my waist.

I could have nearly cut my body. Taken aback by the shock of the situation I take a few moments to try and collect my breathing. I was close. I was very close

I feel the tight grip of arms wrapped and look up being grateful.

My eyes meet bright honey coloured ones. They were deep and scary, it sent sudden shrills down my spine. Realising the sudden position I was caught in, I straighten my back.

I tuck my blonde strands behind my ear and rub my palms trying the ease cold nerves.

"Sorry...you are?" I ask in my sweetest tone. Who knew, this dude could kill my right away

He looks at me with a cold glare. In the meantime my eyes make their way in assessing his attire. We wore black trousers and a grey blazer with a brown neck tie. That combination was odd, but somehow though it fit him perfectly. He was muscular in  a lean way. He wasn't like Alberto who had his muscles bulging off his shirt rather his body was elegant. However both of them were incredibly tall, standing 6'3

I hear him clear his throat and my gaze returns back on his face.

"Vincent" before I can return his gesture and introduce my name, he comes down on his knees. That left me perplexed. He bows his head and looks down at my feet instead of making an eye contact, he keeps his right hand exactly on his heart and speaks out something I surely wasn't expecting,

"Luna" my mouth opens and then closes.

"I am not a goddess!" I put out a quick reply.

He looks up trying to control his smile, he is treating me like I have taken a bullet for his family. What have I seriously done?

"you are much more than just a goddess, you are our saviour. I pledge you my loyalty and utter devotion. I  promise to work under you for the betterment of our community and oblige my commitment with sincerity" I was taken aback by this sudden change. His eyes held immense admiration and pride. I felt...pleased!?

Like a reflex action, people around get on their knees and together howl.

I was a step away from peeing my pants. What was happening? I observe the crushed pieces of glass under Vincent's knees. I bring my hands closer to my chest and try my best to utter a word, well that was a failure.

"I!?"

Vincent gets off his knees, his black hair was very attractive at the moment.

"Please..."

He gestured his hands towards the mansion, indicating me to follow him. taking the chance I try and leap off the scary situation. I haven't won an Oscar, neither fought against any kind of social upsurge! Then why were they honouring me? Really? Trust me I am a lunatic.

"Your clothes and things have been accommodated in the Alpha's room"

Shit! Shit! Shit! I forget the important deed of a marriage. I have to think something over to prevent Alberto from claiming his rights as a husband. Vincent takes in strong and long paces, his presence dictated power but not as strong and alluring as Alberto.

"I like to meet Rose first, could you guide me there" I add on.

"Sure Luna"

I cringe hearing the new title. It was odd. It was new.

It just was hard to digest.

I observe the royalty I was thrown into. it was divine. Tall pillared walls, and exotic paintings of the same depth of spirituality, it just was over whelming.

" Its quite deep in here" I mutter to myself

"Its our heritage." I  nod at his comment.

"—and Luna

I look in his direction

"— I would rather prefer to die than let any one harm you. I pledged you my life, and I am not backing down"

The atmosphere thickened, I was speechless. His sincerity scared me but I could be more grateful. It felt nice...that your existence mattered to someone, your presence had a tiny bit of impact on your fellow being, it makes you feel human—

Wait...

How did he know about my insecurities initially? That being that fear of being killed by him? they were my thoughts! I am positive I did not blurt them out.

I stop dead in my tracks, he turns around with a comforting grin. Its scared the hell out of me.

"Soon Luna, your existence will become our prime goal. You are much more than a fellow individual"

Oh

My

God!

He could freaking read minds!!!!!!!!