Chapter 39

LUNA POV

It was a dream come true to have the man I love the most lying beside me in the bed. He was sleeping peacefully. I met him as someone as furious and brave but staring at him while in deep sleep is something different.

I traced his lips over to his cheeks. I can say that he completed what has been missing in my life.

I slowly get off the bed to wear clothes. It was almost sunset. I think I need to prepare dinner.

I hurriedly went to the kitchen. Ryan saw me and he introduced me to his chef. He asked his chef to help and assist me in the kitchen.

I decided to cook the Kerala Chicken roast. It was my brother's favorite and he wanted me to cook this dish on weekends before. I remember him, I missed my brother so much. Nothing has changed, even though I knew from Mrs. Fox that he was not my real brother. I love my brother as my own because they loved me so much.

Mr. Butch, Ryan's chef helped me prepare all the ingredients I needed.

He helped me clean and cut the chicken into medium-sized pieces. Then we marinate the chicken pieces. I always enjoyed marinating the chicken meat. Mr. Butch started to cut onions into very thin slices before frying them in hot oil. I washed my hands to fry the chicken pieces in the oil until almost done. As I fried, Mr. Butch heats two tablespoons of oil in another pan.

"How long have you been as Ryan's chef Mr. Butch?" I asked him.

"Since he was a child, I was already their family cook," he said.

"Wow, that's great to know. So you are like a family to them," I replied.

"Yes, I treat Ryan as a family. I've spent my whole life serving their family," he happily told me.

The chickens were prepared. He added slit green chilies and curry leaves and sautes for a minute.

He asked me to mix the ingredients and add the tomato paste. I also add the prepared chicken and made sure that all the chicken pieces are well coated with the tomato paste. I sprinkle garam masala & pepper powder and mix them well. I reached for the lemon that Mr.Butch sliced and mixed. I add a little salt to balance the taste.

Lastly, the chef adds fried onions. The smell was good. Mr. Butch was so happy to see the dish was perfect and delicious.

"Luna, you are good at cooking. Hector is so lucky if you will be his wife," the chef told me.

My face blushed. I felt butterflies in my stomach thinking we would build our own family in the future.

I smiled at him.

"I think it's time to prepare the dinner, Mr. Butch. Let's bring the main dish to the dining area," I invited him.

The attendants helped us to prepare the food on the table. A few minutes after, Hector came and he was looking for me. With the look in his eyes, it was obvious that he was just woken up.

"Hector, come. I prepared a dish for the dinner," I invited him.

He approached to kiss me on the lips and smell my hair.

“I felt worried as I woke up without you by my side," he whispered.

I chuckled, thinking how cute he was while sleeping. I'm sure he was tired from what we did earlier.

"I know you are still tired, so I never bother to wake you up. Let's sit and eat. I cooked food," I told him.

His eyes were dazed with delight seeing the food I cooked for him. Ryan and the rest came in to join us for dinner.

"This food is so good baby. I never thought you were good at cooking," he said.

I was happy thinking that he liked the food I prepared.

"It was delicious Luna. This is the first time I appreciated roasted chicken this much," Ryan added.

I smiled. I'm happy they like the dish I prepared.

We were enjoying dinner when Hector's phone suddenly rang. He excused himself from the table and went to the balcony to answer the call.

I wonder whom he was talking to. His face wear a serious look as he was talking over the phone.

"How was your wound in the arm Luna?" Ryan interrupted my thoughts.

"It was healing fast Ryan. Thank you so much. Your medicine was effective," I answered.

Hector went back to sit beside me. He looks worried.

"Is there something bothering you Hector?" I asked in confusion.

"My uncle Emmanuel wanted to see me tomorrow. I think he will discuss with me about the alpha throne," he said.

"I think you need to accept the responsibility as early as possible Hector. You need more men to protect your mate. Remember, Lucas was not the only problem here, Jasmine's pack would also interrupt after you broke up with her. You know his father," Ryan explained.

Hector took a deep breath. I looked down at my plate. Our relationship was not that easy. Many hindrances are waiting along the way. I felt his warm hand touching mine.

"Luna, tomorrow I will go back to Portland. I want you to come with me," Hector told me.

I felt nervous for the reason I can't explain. I just nodded.

The next morning, I found myself having a nap in Hector's car while he was driving on the way to Portland. We left Ryan's house before sunrise. Stefan and Francis were in the car behind us.

I opened my eyes and was surprised that we were already in Portland. It was just a few days when we came here to meet Hector's father. And now we are back to meet his Uncle. I remember my real mother Anastasia. She lived in this place before. I hope Mrs. Fox one day can help me find her house, our house. I want to know more about my mother.

The car suddenly slowed down as we approached a castle-like mansion. It was bigger than the mansion where Hector let me stay before. His Uncle was an alpha. I will not be surprised anymore if this is how rich he is.

As we enter the huge gate, I saw some attendants around the vast garden watering the plants while others were busy trimming the bushes.

The place was so clean and green. The flowers are colorful. This place was beautiful.

The car parked in front of the grand mansion. Hector and I went out of the car. I was surprised to see the door open and came out a man. He was in his late 40's or early 50's. His body was well built and he still had that attractive look. He smiled as he approached us. He hugged Hector and Hector hugged him back.

"Uncle, so nice to see you," Hector said.

The man pat his shoulders and turned to look at me.

"Uncle, this is Luna, my mate." Hector introduced.

I smiled and raised my hand to have a handshake but he didn't even dare to reach for my hands. His expression changed.

I felt uneasy about his action.

"Are you ready to take the risk of having a human mate Hector? An alpha can never have a human mate," Emmanuel said.