Who Is She?

Proudly I get out of the vehicle and help Drina get out.
Our faces are at the same height, smitten we look each other in the eyes, our thoughts are one. This is us when we are fully mated and marked, the Alpha King and Queen arriving at a special event in our pack. And in a few years with a pup on each hand.
I take a deep breath to return to the present and resist the urge to kiss her long and deeply. Naughty as Drina is she comes with her face intimately closer to mine, our lips almost touching. At the entrance, dozens of people are watching us, I'm sure this act of my mate has not escaped anyone's attention. Of course not, I can hear them holding their breath en masse as I drape Drina's hand into my elbow with a grin.
Elegant as the Queen she is, she walks beside me to the entrance of the hall, her head held high. Her aura screams possessiveness and power, the hallmarks of a Luna Queen. A mix of satisfaction and sadness fills me now, if only we could present ourselves as mates to the audience. But here too, I trust Drina, she previously indicated that it would not be too long before we make the announcement. Just the thought of it makes the sadness disappear and as if I have the most precious diamond on my hand, I walk into the hall.
“Alpha King Enrick and his date, Miss Weiner,” Jace announces solemnly as we stand in the doorway.
Drina encouraging squeezes my hand. As we get closer to the stage, Jace points her to her seat. I guide her to it and when she is comfortable, I turn to go up the stage.
"Who is she?" I hear whispers as I walk down the aisle. “Is she his mate? But she was announced as his date for tonight," said another. “For the first time, I see him with a woman. And they are still wearing the same colors. Is that coincidence? Is she a wolf too?” guesses another. “Maybe we have to wait and see and he will make the announcement tonight. Some she-wolves' hearts will be broken tonight. They came here especially to test if he was their fated," a woman laughs.
When I finally stand behind the lectern, my eyes go to Drina who stares back at me with a faint smile on her lips. I then scan over the packed hall, all the beautiful women who have registered here and the professional decoration. The stage is set up strategically so the entire hall can view the models. I proudly look at Mrs. Lackson who's now stepping on stage to greet me. “Alpha King!” she exclaims happily. “I am so honored that you took the time to attend this successful event and perform the opening ceremony,” she adds. “And you supplied us with a gorgeous child model. She's so talented, I can't wait for her to show up," the woman grins enthusiastically.
I look at her with a smile.
“I'm glad to hear that you like her. I can't wait to see her on stage myself," I let Mrs. Lackson know. “Congratulations on this great success”. A murmur goes through the room, I know exactly what's going on but I don't care. I have no intention of destroying this energetic entrepreneur's efforts by malicious people spouting unverified nonsense.
With Mrs. Lackson beside me, I turn back to the audience and begin my speech.
I welcome the alphas from the different packs and call on them to enjoy this spectacle and support especially the female entrepreneurs in their packs as Mrs. Lackson. I also express my admiration for the plans to organize these high-level fashion gala in different packs so that they can also benefit from the spin-off of this.
After my speech, Jace meets me and leads me from the stage to a table where Alpha Remus and other leaders of large packs are seated. “Alpha King”, they acknowledge me in unison as they stand up respectfully. I shake hands with them all and thank them for attending this show, after which I go to the table where Drina is waiting for me. This time I can't control my desire and kiss her on the forehead before I sit next to her. A suppressed exclamation of amazement goes through the hall that I ignore. Under the table, Drina puts her hand on my thigh and nothing can spoil my mood now. 'Jace, ask Alpha Remus to join my table,' I let my Beta know in the mind link.
A few seconds later, the Alpha and his family join Drina and me. I introduce them all to each other. I notice that Luna Faith watches Drina longer than usual. “Hi Drina, I'm also a White Wolf,” she indicates meaningfully. “My mission was to push back the rival power of the occult from a large pack and turn the wolves back to Selene,” she said. Drina responds with a polite smile and shakes the Luna's hand. “Luna, congratulations on the success,” she says politely.
A female host emerges and all attention has now shifted back to the stage.
The woman explains the order of the evening and announces the after-party, which receives great acclaim from the audience. And when the moment for the fashion show has arrived, the hall becomes silent. The adults open the show with exclusive creations from prestigious designers from various packs. Humans did only the sewing of the clothes. Mrs. Lackson immediately announces that there will be training for those who would like a career as a seamstress, and she expects many applications.
The models are also from other packs, although it's clear that they need more training. Most likely, they had a short course for this event, which is insufficient.
And when the moment for children's fashion has arrived, you can hear a pin drop.
I curse under my breath, the person who started this gossip will not go unpunished.
She walks up the catwalk like a real diva.
Focused on the audience, she shows the creation on her body from all sides and demonstrates the comforts it brings for a child. Proudly I stare at her and when I finally look next to me, I see Drina watching the girl with an open mouth.
I laugh softly, she probably didn't think fashion was one of Erina talents too.
"She's a pro in swimming as well. This little girl", I whisper in Drina's ear....