Chapter 382

“Luna Kristen, please say your vows. + “Alec, from the moment we met, you had this unwavering faith that we were mates. Even when I was doubting everything I knew, you stood firm. Over and over again you would reassure me that we were meant to be together. What scared me most was how you were able to zone in on all my insecurities. Instead of using them against me, you built me up with them. You taught me what it means to love unconditionally…. what safety feels like. You have helped me realize my full potential. Our relationship is not only built on a mutual respect but a friendship that is unwavering. We laugh, roll our eyes at eachother and even bicker frequently. I’ve laughed, cried and yelled at you. Even on our worst days, I wouldn’t trade us for anything. I promise to continue to annoy the s hit out of you but give you all the respect in the world. As great of a mate and alpha you are, I know you will be an even better father. Alec, I love you.” I could hear sniffling all around the room with a few giggles at Kris’s joke in her vows. Colt was feeling very proud of his sister. The whole thing made me very nervous for our ceremony. Not sure how we will compare to this. noveldrama

“Now, we will move to the unity ceremony.” Kris and Alec moved to stand in front of the chalice. “Alpha Alec, please take the knife. The knife that has been used for generations of alphas. By spilling your own blood, you unit your pack with their luna.” Alec took the knife and quickly sliced down. “As your blood drips into the chalice, you have committing to eternal commitment.” As soon as enough blood was give, Kris picked up the cloth and gently tightened it around his fist. “With my blood, I am committing to my enteral bond.” Alec said as he looked into Kris’s eyes. “Luna Kristen. Please take the knife and spill your blood in proof of your commitment to Alpha Alec and his pack.” Kris took the knife and without hesitation, sliced down her palm. Putting her hand over the chalice, the blood flowed until it started to slow down into a drip. “With my blood, I am committing to my enteral

bond.” Kris repeated as she looked at Alec. Taking the other strip of fabric, Alec tied it around her hand. Alpha Thomas held up the chalice in the air. “Together, they have sacrificed a part of themselves that is unbreakable. As they drink, they will become one. One ruler with one soul. Two equal parts that makes a single victor. Drink and confess your loyalty.” “I, Alpha Alec of the Black Moon Pack, vow my loyalty as your mate, your alpha and as your friend. I accept you as you stand. From this day forward, shall no one question our bond and position as Alpha and Luna.” Alec brought the chalice up to his lips and drank half of it. Handing it to Kristen, she took it and looked inside. “I, Luna Kristen of the Black Moon Pack, vow my loyalty as your mate, your luna and your friend. I accept you as you stand. From this day forward, shall no one question our bond and position as Alpha and Luna.” Bring the chalice to her lips, she emptied the rest of the cup before setting it down. They moved back to stand in front of the alter. “Ladies and gentlemen! Before us, Alpha Alec and Luna Kristen have confessed their love for each other. They have prepared a speech to address their pack and the room.” Alpha Thomas held his arms out to everyone. Alec and Kris turned to face everyone. Holding their heads up high, Alec started speaking as Kristen smiled widely. “These last few months have been trying and full of despair. Today marks a new beginning. Luna Kristen and I have worked tirelessly to create an everyon NG LUTTU CIVIC you, temnly you that we will not accept any form of treason… blatant disrespect towards the pack… or the idea of weakness. We are stronger together and will remain firm in our positions. We will rule with fairness but firmness. We are not weak and anyone else who believes otherwise will learn the same fate as our most recent enemies.”

Chapter 383

The tent erupted in cheers. “I don’t understand why that needed to be said now.” I asked Colt in the mind-link. “There has been question if Alec is as strong of a leader as his dad. Regardless of what his dad did, he was allies with these Alphas. They need to know that he is just as strong and firm in order to keep the alliance. Alec and I have a long way to go to fully earn their respect and trust we can handle things.” “You too?” I looked at him shocked. “Oh yeah. I am a little more respected than Alec. Dad didn’t f uck things up the way Marc did at the end but died willingly. Dad had his affairs in order and spoke with these Alphas so they knew it was coming. However, I am still young and have only seen one enemy.” Colt looked at me as he spoke. The room drifted away as I focused on Colt’s face. “Will we need to say something similar?” I was more shocked than anything. “We will. Not quite the same but I’ll need to make a statement.” eyes shifted over to his sister. I was vaguely aware of them walking down the aisle. The sounds of the room came back to me, snapping me out of my thoughts. “That was really beautiful!” Emmy was wiping away her tears. “It was!” I agreed, quickly.

“What’s wrong?” Colt asked, in the mind-link. “Nothing is wrong. I just wasn’t fully aware of this. Some of this ruling stuff is still sinking in.” I just assumed we had respect until we lost it. reached out to the other lunas and tried to make nice. “I’ve let you do your thing. You said you didn’t really want to focus on that stuff so I didn’t force it. I was honestly waiting until school got going and your centers figured any and all kinks out before I put more stuff on you.” “Please help yourself through the food line according to your table assignments.” Alpha Thomas announced. We were table one so we noveldrama

were up. “Thank you.” I told Colt as he helped me stand. After I got food, these heels were coming off. Colt held my hand the entire way to the table but let it go as we reached for our plates. “Do you need me to fill a plate for you and come back?” He asked. “I think I should be okay.” Taking a plate, I started with some salad. Then I added some pasta to it before opting for a few different finger foods until my plate was full. Since wasn’t sure what any of it was, I just figured I’d try them all. Kris was pregnant too so I assumed it was all safe for me to eat. Walking carefully back to my seat, I was able to sit down before Co came over to me. “Why didn’t you wait for me?” He asked, slightly annoyed. “I’m sorry, I just wanted to get back to my seat.” “Jacob is here now. What would you like to drink?” “Lemonade or tea. Which ever is fine.” Colt leaned down and kissed my forehead before walking off. “Everything looks so good!” Emmy gushed as she sat down. “Do you have a bigger appetite since you gave birth?” I asked, honestly curious about postpartum. 270 “Oh, some. I get hungry more frequently but I don’t eat more. I think it evens out but I eat smaller more frequent meals than big meals.” “Interesting.” I said as I picked up something and ate it. After a few bites, it tasted like a blueberry tart, which was amazing. “Here you go.” Colt set down a glass of something yellow. That must be lemonade. “Thank you.” I said as I took a sip. It tasted amazing as it went down. “Jasper, how have you been feeling?” Colt asked as Jasper sat down with drinks for him and Emmy.