Chapter 80

***Rowen***

After the girls left Colby, Jax, dad, Dimitri, and I relaxed for a bit before getting ready for the evening. I never understood what took females so long to get ready for things. Dad tried to explain it, but it went right over my head. It seemed like too much work for me. Around 3:00 showers were taken, and we dressed.

I put on a black suit with a white shirt, and a silver tie. Chastity had told me that her dress was silver, and black so I took it upon myself to try to match her as much as possible. I did take the time to gel my hair off to the side a bit. I had considered getting it cut shorter, and spiking it, but decided against it. Especially since Chastity once told me she liked the length of my hair.

As soon as I finished getting ready I grabbed the bracelet I bought Chastity then Colby, Jax, and I went down to the Gamma apartment to get Lexi, Molly, and Chastity. I had to chuckle at the three of us because it was clear we were struggling not to run to get our mates. When I pointed that out to Jax, and Colby we all started laughing, and slowed down. There was no need to rush. We still had time. When we arrived Darren answered the door, and let us in. The three of us stood in the Gamma living room bouncing, much to Darren’s amusement.

When the girls came out, my breath caught in my throat, and I smiled. Chastity looked beautiful! The top of her dress was molding to her chest, and stomach perfectly. The bodice had been cut into a V that gave just a peak of cleavage. It was cut to show her tiny waist then flared out a bit, down to mid-calf. The dress was black with some kind of muted silver design all over it, and a black ribbon tied, and bowed right near her right hip. Her hair was pulled back in some design, but she had small curls around her face which was make up free except a light gloss on her lips. I smiled even more at the sight of the necklace I gave her falling just short of the V of her dress. She was also smiling shyly at me. She looked beautiful. Innocent, but beautiful.

It took me a second to remember how to walk, or speak. When I finally did, I moved toward her slowly, smiling at her. Her big green eyes were bright, and happy. As I reached her I put my hand on her waist, and lightly kissed her check.

“You look beautiful.” I said quietly, as I looked into her eyes.

“I do?” She asked, looking down at her dress.

“Yes.”

“Thank you.”

“You’re welcome. I have something for you.”

“You do?”

“Yes.”

I handed her the box with the charm bracelet in it, and waited. She opened it with trembling hands, and gasped when she saw it. It wasn’t big or clunky. It was small white gold links put together, and the three flower blossom charms were also small, and perfect for her small wrists. She looked up with me with wide eyes, and huge smile.

“Do you like it?” I asked.

“Yes. Very much. It’s beautiful. Thank you.” She answered still smiling.

“Would you like me to put it on for you?”

“Oh yes please.”

She handed me the box, and I carefully removed in from the box. As I went to put it on her, I couldn’t

helped running my finger along the pulse point of her wrist, causing her to gasp quietly. I smirked at her reaction.

“What’s nice about this bracelet is that you can add other charms to it. If you want of course.” I said as I arranged it so the charms sat nicely on the top of her hand, and admired it, before kissing the back of her hand, causing another smirk inducing gasp.

“I can?” She asked breathlessly.

“You can. Anytime you see one you like it can be added onto the links.” I responded, as a I threaded her arm through the crook of mine.

“Oh. I like that idea. Maybe….maybe when we go out to do things together we can pick one to add to commemorate the day. If that’s not too stupid of an idea.” She suggested, looking up at me shyly.

“I think that is a great idea.” I smiled at her.

“So it is my Rowen memory bracelet.” She giggled.

“So it is.”

“We better get back upstairs. We need to line up, and make our way to the ballroom.” Jax stated.

We said our goodbye to Lexi’s family, and went back to our apartment. Dad, and Dimitri were waiting for us. I smiled at the look on Dimitri’s face when he saw Chastity. His eyes misted up, and smiled like a proud father. He walked to her slowly, and took her in.

“You look so much like your mother. She would be so proud of you.” He whispered.

“You think so?” Chastity responded, and blushed.

“I know so.”

He kissed her cheek, and stepped back. After he greeted the other two girls we lined up as we had the night before. We moved quietly through the halls. I smiled, and puffed up with pride anytime any one looked to Chastity. Her innocent beauty caught the eye of many. When we arrived at the ballroom I mind linked her.

“I know your nervous, but keep your head held high, look straight ahead, and smile. You are beneath no one here. You are strong, courageous, intelligent, brave, and beautiful. You have nothing to be ashamed off. Only things to be proud of. You have survived, and can still smile. You have reached your dream, and are attending one of the best programs in the world for your field. You deserve to be here for all of that, and more.” I mind linked Chastity, letting my pride in her bleed through my words.

“I…..I….Thank you.” Chastity whispered through mind link.

“I only speak the truth sweet girl.”

“How did you know I needed to hear that?”

“As your mate I could feel it. I could feel that you were becoming scared, and nervous.” “Oh.”

“Yeah. Don’t you worry sweet girl. I got you.”

She smiled up at me, and nodded. I could sense her tension lessening as we prepared, to enter the ballroom. I placed my hand over hers, and followed my dad, and Dimitri. Out of the corner of my eye I saw her take a deep breath, smile, and lift her chin. My pride in her rose even more at those actions. She may

lack in confidence, but she was going to do the best she could not to show it. I couldn’t ask for more than that. When we were announced as Future Alpha, and Future Luna, I got a little concerned about her reaction, but she didn’t falter once.

We were directed where to stand, and took our places to the right of the stage. Many of the members of Dark Moon were here, and in the center of the room. Family of the Alpha, from other packs would be the right, closest to the stage. Allies would be behind us, and also to the left. Jeremy, Clair, Anthony, Heather, Lexi’s parents, the Beta, and his mate were standing the stage behind a covered table. Sitting on the table was the ceremonial cup, and dagger.

I looked at Jeremy, and Clair first. They looked incredibly proud that this moment had arrived. As did Lexi’s parents, as well as the Beta, and his mate. I looked to Anthony to see he looked bored, and almost annoyed. Heather was different story. Her face was pinched, and I could tell she kept huffing. Her dress. made my cringle. It was too short, too low cut, too tight, and she almost look like a disco ball with all the sequins on it.

“Who in their right mind would think that dress is appropriate for this kind of thing?” I heard Molly whisper, causing me to snicker.

“I guess someone forgot to tell her she needed a formal dress, not something for going to a club.” Lexi said under her breath.

“It’s possible no one thought to help her find the right outfit for today. If she’s never had to attend a formal event before she may not realize why that dress may be considered inappropriate. We don’t know, and it’s not fair for us to judge.” Chastity hissed.

I saw Molly’s eyes widen, and her face flush in embarrassment. She instantly looked down in deference to Chastity. I had to bite back my smile of pride in Chastity. I glanced over at Lexi to see she was behaving in the same manner as Molly. I noticed the pride in Dimitri’s eyes as he looked at Chastity and nodded. “Did I do something wrong?” Chastity asked quietly through mind link.

“Not at all sweet girl. You did exactly as you should. It does not look good on a pack to speak as they did. At least out loud. Please understand I do not say this to make you uncomfortable, but you just did what a Luna should, and would do when those of her pack speak as they did. While many would agree that Heather is dressed inappropriately, it is disrespectful to say such. Especially in this setting.” I explained through mind link as I gently squeezed her had.

“Oh…I.

….I didn’t want to upset Molly, and Lexi, but we don’t know why Heather is wearing that dress. It’s not fair to judge her for it.”

“They are not upset. They are contrite for their behavior. You made them realize they were wrong.”

“OH.”

“Yes. You did the right thing.”

“If I did, why is Heather glaring at me?”

to Heather. Chastity was right to a point. Heather was glaring in our direction. I couldn’t say that Heather was glaring at Chastity definitely, but she was not pleased to say the least. There was nothing we could do about it

at a lot of people.

mind linked

conversation when

Walls, Future Luna Beth Walls, Future Beta Biake Cole, and Future

called out.

All held their heads high, and Beth smiled kindly, as well as nodded to

in his ability to lead his pack into the future. When he has earned the love, and loyalty of his pack. Robert Walls has worked very hard to accomplish these things, and will continue doing so moving forward. He has done so with patience, respect, hard work, intelligence, strength, caring, love, and loyalty. As an Alpha I respect him as my equal in all ways. I know he will fulfill the role I turn over to him today with all that is expected of him as an Alpha. May he

into the man he has become has been one of the greatest joys of my life. Watching both of my sons grow, learn, and find happiness is a gift I will always be grateful for. I know they will both accomplish many things in the next phases

Robert Walls vow to lead Dark Moon

to protect Dark Moon pack with all of my strength, and courage to my last

vow to judge with fairness,

the members of Dark Moon pack

work hard for the advancement

as Alpha of Dark Moon pack from this day forward.” Robert spoke loudly, and

the members of Dark Moon pack accept Robert Walls, and his

members roared back yes. Jeremy

be. Future Alpha Robert please step forward, and slice the palm

his blood dripped into the cup, Clair handed him a cloth. Jeremy repeated the action, then swirled the cup several times. He handed

pass the title of Alpha of Dark Moon pack to you Robert Walls. May you lead with honor, respect, intelligence, fairness, strength,

said loudly, and

PRESENT TO YOU YOUR NEW ALPHA! ALPHA ROBERT WALLS!” Jeremy roared, and the entire crowd

of the table, taking his place next to his father. Beth moved to the center of the dais. Jeremy, and

to learn the expectations of

Alpha Robert Walls side as his Luna, and

answered with a

kneel, and

took a deep

Future Luna Beth Walls vow to lead Dark Moon pack with honor,

to use compassion, and care in all things for Dark Moon

and support all of Dark Moon packs members as I would

all Dark Moon pack members

and encourage all of Dark Moon pack’s members in times

to love Dark Moon’s pack

Luna of Dark Moon pack from this day forward.”

pack accept Beth Wall, and her vows

step forward, and slice the palm of

smiling, but I did see a single tear trail down her check. Clair stepped forward,

May you lead this pack with intelligence, compassion, understanding, support, love, kindness, respect, and care. May

Clair.” Beth

YOU YOUR NEW LUNA! LUNA BETH WALLS!” Jeremy roared, and the crowed again.

bowed to the crowd then moved to stand beside Robert. He took

watched as Beta Blake was sworn in by his father. Followed by Darren. Finally Jeremy stepped down from the dais, Clair, his Beta, and his Gamma with their mates, stood beside them.

FAMILY, AND ALLIES IT IS OUR HONOR TO

MOON PACK! ALPHA ROBERT

COLE, AND GAMMA DARREN ENSOR! MAY THEY SERVE WITH PRIDE, LOVE,

AND FRIENDSHIPS! MAY THEY BE

YOU NEED IT!” Jeremy

room, and could be heard outside surrounding the building, and for miles around. I was happy for my cousin, and very proud of him. He worked hard for this. Once the howls died of Robert

YOUR SUPPORT IN THIS STEP IN MY LIFE AND OUR PACK’S

WELL AS

PACK MEMBERS MAY JOIN US FOR THE RUN! FOR ALL VISITING

AND WISELY! HAVE A WONDERFULY EVENING, AND THANK YOU AGAIN FOR

Darren out of the ballroom. We waited patiently for the precession of families, and pack members before we lined up as we had to enter. I looked down

do you think?”

a swearing in to be like that. I’m glad I got to see it. Will yours

“Pretty much, yes.”

and Clair looked so

“They are.”

finally reached the dining room Robert, Beth, Blake, and Darren were in the receiving line to greet everyone. When Robert reached out to shake my dad’s hand, my dad smiled at him, and pulled him into a back slapping hug. I couldn’t hear what my father was saying, but I had no

did it. You’re Alpha now. You think you can handle it?’ I asked as

this in the bag.”

know you can

it’s lovely to see you. I’m so glad you could make it.”

Alpha Robert.” Chastity said as she

We’re family since you’re stuck with this pup. Just call me Robert or Rob.” Robert said as he smiled

“Oh…I…..um….Ok.” Chastity stammered.

him right now.” Beth joked

all like that?’ Chastity

with mock offense, and Chastity just

really look forward to getting to know you better. Now that I’m Luna, I’ll be joining you, and Clair for you meetings. I know we’ll become

look forward to it.” Chastity responded with

greet Robert. We found our reserved table which was not far from Robert’s table. Tonight it would only be him, Beth, Blake, and Darren sitting at the head table. We were seated with their families. My dad, and Jeremy quickly jumped into a conversation about what Jeremy planned to do now

and I was sure Chastity was as well. I wasn’t surprised to see Jax, and Colby following right behind me. We were chatting as

hello there handsome. How are you this evening?” Heather

you took your hands off of me, and go back

him for you in a second.”

happen to love my mate, and

never said anything about

I am not interested. Now go back to

at me. in shock. Jax, and Colby stepped between us. I knew they would keep her away from

you?” Chastity asked me

“She did.” I responded.

alone.” Chastity growled causing my eyebrows to

your sweet girl. I got her away

“I know. I saw.”

I didn’t know she would

“It’s not your fault.”

“I know, but still.”

apologize for someone else’s actions

know. You’re right. I just

didn’t do anything wrong. Are you almost done getting our

there in

“Ok.”

there, staring at me with an expression I didn’t like. To make my point to her I leaned over, and kissed Chastity’s temple, and nuzzled her neck, causing her to giggle as I

that for?”

have you as my mate.” I answered with a

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