The Alpha's Unwanted Mate

Cassandra's pov

"Meet me at the groove restaurant, 8 o'clock sharp." a smile graced my lips as I read the note Theo placed ontop of a box which held a sparkly red dress and black heels.

Excitement buzzed through me as I slipped into the dress and stared at my reflection in the mirror.

Tonight was the night, Theo was finally going to propose and we would start out our life together.

I let out a shaky breath as I made my way towards the restaurant.

I had awaited my twentieth birthday for so long and I just knew this was going to be my best birthday yet and I couldn't wait.

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"Right this way." The woman confirmed my reservation with a polite smile and directed me into the restaurant.

A soft gasp left me as I walked into the dimly lit restaurant, the place was beautiful beyond my imagination.

"Cassie, you look ravishing." Theo grinned at me and stood as I approached the table.

My heart beat loudly in my chest as I stared into his sparkling blue eyes. Theo was devastatingly handsome.

"You don't look too bad yourself." I blushed as he pecked my cheek.

From where we sat, we had a perfect view of the ocean outside, everything was perfect.

"This place is beautiful Theo." I commented, tearing my gaze away from the scenery to gaze at him.

"Happy birthday my love." He held out a single rose to me and I gently took it.

"Thank you." I whispered.

This was my Theo, sweet and ever romantic.

We placed our orders and enjoyed dinner, talking about everything and anything.

As the night slowly drew to a close, an awareness and anticipation settled within me.

I noticed Theo's guarded eyes as he frequently gazed at his phone.

He seemed to be nervous and I wondered why? He had to know I would accept his proposal without hesitation.

"Cassandra-"

"Yes?" I peered up at him expectantly.

This was it, Theo was about to propose.

As he opened his mouth to speak his phone pinged and he scrambled to get it.

"I'll be right back." He announced before rising and walking away after dropping a quick peck to my lips.

I sat patiently and waited for him to return.

A ping from the table alerted me that he left his phone and despite myself I couldn't resist the temptation to peek.

He would never know and I wouldn't ruin his suprise.

With one last glance behind me to ensure he wasn't coming, I picked up the phone.

'Have you ditched her? I'm waiting for you across the road and if you are quick about it, I just might suprise you.' The message read and it was from a Lizzy with a heart emoji.

My heart beat loudly in my chest as I stared at his phone screen in confusion.

No, it couldn't be...there had to be a logical explanation as to why my childhood best friend who told me