My Mates Are Obsessed With Me

JUAN's POV

Tonight will be the longest night of the year, or as the Wolvenhore Might Pack call it, “The Howling Night.” Everyone in the pack who turned 18 this year would find not only a partner but a wolf to call their own.

Thoughts of getting my wolf buzzed around my head. I cannot wait to finally have one, having a wolf will mark my coming of age. And aside from that, it's a good day for me to find a partner. I just know she'll be impressed. I smiled and went to the bathroom, still groggy from my sleep.

I dragged myself in front of the mirror to begin freshening up and settling down my black hair, which is currently a tangled mess with all the tossing I did during last night’s sleep. I stripped swiftly and stepped into the shower.

Water from the shower head dripped down my body and I was able to collect my thoughts. It was an important day, so I was anxious about it. The thought of seeing my mate and my wolf made me grin ear to ear. I had no idea what to expect!

"Hey idiot, will you stop smiling to yourself like a maniac?" I was suddenly greeted by an unexpected voice. I couldn’t help but smirk and roll my eyes at what I heard.

"Hey buddy, well, since you're so great at introductions, tell me your name."

"Luise,” he started, “and I guess I am doomed to spend the rest of my life with you. I'm so lucky," he said sarcastically. His passive-aggressive teasing amuses me, I bet the two of us will get along well and become close in just a few days.

“To whom do you owe today's Wolfsbane?”

"Stop, you're not in the Mafia dress to impress our mate." Luise interrupted me as I was getting dressed, I had just changed into black pants and a white shirt. “Wear a black shirt, please.”

“Shut up,” I dismissed him with chuckle but obeyed nonetheless. I figured he was onto something, so I changed into a black shirt and slicked my hair back. I checked my reflection and was pleased with what I saw, so I went downstairs.

I smelled the eggs and pancakes as I made my way to the table, my nose scrunching up in delight. I found my mother already there waiting for me. She looks at me and nods before serving the food and sitting down to eat.

“Juan, my dear, you will meet your soul mate today!” Mom exclaimed. "I can't contain my excitement."

“I can clearly tell, Ma,” I smiled at her. “By the way, I acquired my cute little bitch.” Luise hisses at me upon hearing that I called him a “little bitch.”

With narrowed eyes, she continued, "Language, Juan, and you'll be shifting for the first time tonight, so I suggest you not be a jerk to your wolf."

A grin spread across my face at the prospect of assuming my role as Alpha and the possibility of the pack finally getting Luna.

"Your Dad would've been proud, honey. I know you'll do well in his footsteps and do justice to his legacy," added my mother.

I nodded my head in acknowledgment and my thoughts drifted to my dad who was killed in the war when I was 12. I quickly pushed the sad thoughts aside, not wanting to distress myself on my special day.

The ceremony's start time was rapidly approaching. The ballroom where the ceremony will take place was packed with people by the time I finished eating and conversing with my mother. Since it's not a good idea to be close to horny, newly transformed wolves, my mom was unfortunately unable to join me for the ritual.

I was excited to see Hade again, the pack's Beta and one of my closest friends in the world. Since the presence of the Alpha and the Beta at the ceremony are significant, the pack made elaborate preparations for the event, and they were also anticipating a Luna and a Beta female.

I had intended to swing by Hade's before the ceremony, but I was already running late so I told him that we’ll just see each other at the venue. I took a deep breath as I approached a beautiful stone structure with crimson carpets leading in and out of unnecessary high doors made of dark mahogany.

When I entered the ballroom, everyone stopped talking and stared at me. Being the Alpha of the pack, I needed to keep up appearances. I strolled slowly into the enormous, elaborately furnished apartment. To show my appreciation for the pack members, I nodded slightly while clenching my jaw, and the conversation continued.

I immediately noticed the guy with blonde hair, blue eyes, and freckles all over his face. He may seem innocuous, but my Beta and best friend, Hade, is on his way to fuck me up.

As he lightly punched me in the abdomen and tackled me playfully, a grin spread across his face and eventually became a smirk. I battled back, and we fought for a while before breaking off to get beverages. Hade was always there for me, and I was glad to experience this special occasion with him.

"You ruined my hair, fucker," I spat at him as I ran my fingers through my hair, trying to fix it.

"Dude! Why the hell do you look like you’re part of some Mafia?" he laughed hysterically at his joke.

"Maybe I am," I agreed which made him grimace. I took great pleasure in frustrating him.

Hade opened his mouth to react but was halted by a loud booming voice on the stage. It was the voice of his father, the current Beta. I owe an outstanding debt of gratitude to my Uncle Edward, who took on the role of father for me until I was old enough to handle myself. All eyes went to the stage as the Awakening was about to begin.

On stage alongside Uncle Edward were several pack elders, and as a sign of respect, I nodded to them.