Page 5 of His Sunshine Baby

“No, no if, babe. You need this. Some fresh air, outside of the clan. No one to watch you, no one to bother you. You can have your fun for one night.”

He puts a hand on my shoulder and gives me a warm smile. Danny may be right; I could use a real night of relaxing. Things have been tense recently, and with my exams due next week, I didn’t get any time off either.

“Alright, fine. But promise we will leave when I say we do.”

“Promise. You know I’m not leaving my girl alone.”

I finally smile and relax a bit. That’s true. Daniel is the most reliable friend I could have. No matter how drunk he gets, he’s always looking out for me.

He drives a few more minutes, and we enter the Velvet Moon territory, just like that. As he said, no werewolves seem to mind our intrusion when we park right in front of The Rain. The music is already pulsing from the inside of the club, and I can tell it’s probably packed with people. Daniel gives me a wink and takes my hand, guiding me to the entrance. A large guy and two wolves are guarding it, but after taking a peek at our IDs, we get in just like that. The bouncer even gives me a smile.

Once we are finally in, I must admit, I’m impressed. It’s classy, with velvet sofas, a large bar, and more than enough space to dance in front of the DJ’s mixing table. There are lots of different colored lights, but the main display is mostly shades of pink, purple, and white.

Daniel guides me to the middle of the dance floor, already excited. I notice most of the girls barely have any clothes on, and my dress looks just right in here. I feel a lot better, and the rhythm of Ariana Grande’s “Into You”starts pulsating loudly. The DJ is quite good; the music’s volume is just right. Daniel starts dancing immediately. He smiles like a kid as he enjoys having fun and showing off his dance moves.

I find the right beat and start dancing as well. It feels so great! I just let it all go and let my limbs move on their own. I rotate my hips, shift my weight from side to side, sway my arms, and find any movement that feels good. My rose gold dress is shining brightly under the lights, and I like it. I lip-sync the lyrics without thinking.

‘Got everyone watching us, so baby let’s keep this secret... A little bit scandalous, but baby, don’t let them see it…’

I notice Daniel is singing out loud, though no one can really hear. He’s so into it. A girl has started dancing with him, and he lets her without moving away from me. I smile at him and turn around, enjoying myself to the fullest. This is awesome! I keep dancing as the song goes on with its enticing rhythm.

A few songs pass, but I can’t stop. Daniel is totally into this, too. Suddenly, the rhythm changes into a new song, something different. Around us, a few girls look a bit confused. Oh, come on, never heard of reggaeton before? Oh right, it’s the Velvet Moon. They are probably used to more mainstream stuff. For Danny and I, who enjoy nights in the Latin clubs, this is perfect. My best friend joins me and we start dancing real close. Reggaeton is slower but much more sensual. I move my hips, playing with my legs too. Now I know why Daniel picked this dress.

We keep going without any shame, and I feel several eyes on me. Flirtatious glances, but I ignore them and enjoy myself. The temperature keeps rising with the southern sounds. I flip my hair and raise my eyes. There is a balcony upstairs, running all around the dance floor, with people dancing or chatting with glasses in their hands. Is that a VIP floor or something? Looks like some private party for flashy people.

What is up with that guy? Right in the middle, a man is staring right at me. He’s staring so intensely with ice blue eyes. I unconsciously keep staring at him too, while dancing. Damn, he is devilishly handsome and equally as hot. Blondes aren’t usually my type, but this one is beyond any criteria. He looks like a devil disguised as an angel. A white silk shirt that’s open down his torso, with pale, perfect skin, and features like a Greek sculpture. Fierce looking, with sharp traits, and thin lips. Moon Goddess, I’m going to melt if he keeps staring.

I avert my eyes, trying to focus on something else, but it doesn’t change a thing. I can still feel his intense stare on me.My skin is on fire, but this time, the dancing isn’t the real cause. I turn my head and find him in the exact same position, still eyeing me. I feel a sudden chill. Think straight, Elena, this smells like a lot of trouble, ignore him.

“Baby?”

“I’m okay, Danny.”

“Ahem, I was asking if you want something to drink.”

“Oh, a Mojito then.”

“Gotcha.”

But before Daniel leaves, I shake my head for him to stay and I walk up to the bar. I need a drink, like, right now. Something to calm me down. When I reach the bar, I order our drinks. When I go to pay, the barmaid smiles.

“It’s on the house, Miss.”

Of course it is. I raise my head and find the guy again with my eyes. He raises his glass to me.

…What does this guy want? We stare at each other while the barmaid is busy preparing our mojitos. Him, from upstairs, leaning nonchalantly on the railing, and me looking up in his direction from the bar. His eyes look so cold, yet I feel myself getting hotter from his gaze. He’s an alpha, but which pack? Not one I know. I would never forget a man like him.

I try to ignore him and quickly thank the barmaid when receiving our Mojitos. Now to find Daniel. My best friend joins me first, and we decide to take a break and sit down at the bar. I purposely choose to sit facing the other way so I don’t have to look at that guy, but I can feel his burning stare.

“What is it?” asks Daniel.

I decide to talk to him using our mind-link. I hate having to yell over a crowd, and the music is really loud.

“See that guy behind me? On the second floor, blonde guy.”

“Holy Mother Moon Goddess, I do. Are they missing a sculpture at the museum? That guy is hot as f—!”

“Is he staring?”

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