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Della Sixteen Years Old
I smile as I help my sister and brothers get dressed for the ceremony. My parents asked me not that long ago when I planned on taking the crown. I think they thought I would feel this need to rule the minute I turned eighteen, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. I’d be alright with not becoming queen for a long time and Amethyst agrees. Despite being a wolf I will live for as long as my Lycan family which means I will be queen for a very long time.
Besides at some point the goddess expects me to become ruler of all the supernaturals which is even more overwhelming. I know I’m powerful but that is a lot to think about. Truth be told, I want to meet my mate and spend time with him before I have to take on the responsibility of the one kingdom, let alone all of them. 1 know its my duty but Amethyst insists we will know when its time to reveal our true self to the supernatural
world.
“Sissy, you look so pretty” Charlie says and I smile. “Thank you, so do you Charlie.” She is wearing a pink princess dress. The boys are all dressed in black dress pants and white button down shirts. Maverick, Charlie, and Oliver are now twelve. The older boys think they are our protectors. I never tell them I don’t need protection. Its cute and I love them for wanting to keep me and Charlie safe.
Eren and Matthew just turned six. I was grateful when we found out they would be Lycans too. I know my parents were worried about the difference between how long wolves lived compared to Lycans. My mother broke down when I told her that I would be no different than the other pups. “Alright guys its time to go down
and find Nana Evie and Grandpa Xavier. Don’t forget you have to be quiet during the ceremony.”
“Alright sissy” they all say in unison. I smile because I know the only reason they have promised to be on their best behavior is because I promised they could play with Amethyst after the ceremony was over. She has gotten bigger as I’ve grown older. She is the size of an alpha wolf, but her fur is still the beautiful deep purple color. If not for my promise, they would behave like typical five–year–olds at a boring ceremony. They would be
hellions. I take Eren and Matthew’s hand, and we make our way down to the foyer where our family is waiting.
As soon as Cali sees us, she runs over hugging me and Charlie.
They are best friends since they are so close in age. I’m glad they are so close. Especially since Nana Evie
and Grandpa Xavier have decided to move to the castle. Mom wanted Nana close, especially taking over her
duties with all the pups. Before they agreed, I was worried about Charlie making friends. She is very shy. “There are my girls” Nana says, hugging us both. “And my handsome grandsons” she says hugging the boys.
“Let’s go take our seats. The ceremony will be starting soon,” Grandpa Xavier says with a smile.
He turns to face me. “Sweet girl, your mom and dad asked that you stay here to wait for them. They want you
to be part of the ceremony since you are their oldest pup and one day the kingdom will be yours” he says
before pressing a kiss on my forehead. They never said anything about this to me, so I’m a little shocked. A
few minutes later my mom and dad step into the room. Tears well in my eyes at how beautiful they each look.
Amethyst giggles at me, calling my dad beautiful. “Handsome alright,” I say. My mother is wearing a ball gown the same color as my dress. It matches Amethyst’s eyes perfectly. Her hair is pulled up into a bun and her light makeup only accentuates her natural beauty. My father is wearing a suit and a tie that matches my mother’s gown. His hair is slicked back, and he kept the short, neat beard he has been sporting for a while
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They move to step in front of me. They both bend and press a kiss on my forehead. For being the special midnight wolf, I’m not built like a typical she–wolf. I’m on the shorter side and curvy. Most she–wolves are model thin and tall. I don’t mind being different but sometimes I’d like to be like everyone else. “Sweet pea, are you ready,” my dad asks. “I am but I’m suprised. I didn’t realize I would be going onto the stage.” My mother cups my cheek with her hand. “We wanted you to stand with us. You are our first pup and the future
queen. You should be there,” my mom says.
I nod and hug them both. We make our way through the double doors and take the short walk through the garden. When we step through the arch, my steps falter. I knew that many packs would be represented here today, but I never imagined the number of wolves present. We continue to walk down a long aisle until we reach the stage where my Grandpa Hudson and Nana Amber are waiting. I look at the front two rows and
smile when I see my whole family smiling at me.
We make our way to the stage and I intend to move to the back of the stage, but my mother grips my hand. We turn to face the crowd and I can hear the chatter until my grandpa speaks. “I want to thank each pack for making the journey to join us today to crown the new King and Queen of Werewolves. I’ve had the great pleasure of serving the kingdom for the last ten years with my queen by my side, but it’s time for a new king
and queen.”
I watch as many wolves present look emotional. My grandpa has been an amazing king. He is fair to all those that live in the kingdom, no matter their status. My father and I will be the same, but the packs here today don’t know that. They only know how much their packs have flourished under King Hudson’s rule. “Ace and Olivia Morris” please step forward. Both my parents squeeze my hand before they take their place in front of my grandpa. “Ace Morris, do you vow to uphold justice for all you govern over? To rule justly and mercifully by your queen’s side,” my grandpa says.
“I do” he says, and I feel the power shift between them. My father kneels in front of him. My grandpa takes the crown from his own head and places it on my dad’s. Nana Amber steps in front of my mom, “Olivia Morris, do you vow to uphold justice for all you govern over. To rule justly and mercifully by your king’s side” Nana says. “I do,” my mom says and kneels. Again, I feel the shift of power. Nana Amber takes the crown from her head and places it on my mom’s.
Both my parents stand and face the packs that have gathered. “King Ace and Queen Olivia,” my grandpa shouts and cheers erupt from the crowd. I watch most of the wolves in attendance bare their necks, but a
few remain seated. Amethyst and I don’t like their disrespect, but I remain quiet for now. One woman seems solely focused on me. My eyes move to the young man seated next to her and something inside me flickers. I’m not sure what it is, but Amethyst whines. She doesn’t wait for me to ask what the hell just happened. “He
is a potential mate,” she whispers.
I manage to keep myself from stumbling back hearing her words. “What the hell does that mean,” I ask, but she blocks me out. This conversation isn’t over, but I need to focus on what’s happening around me, so I don’t embarrass my parents. I look at the young man that I realize must not be much older than me, and he smiles at me. The smile doesn’t reach his eyes. It feels forced, and I wonder if he isn’t happy because he senses I’m
his mate too.
“Sweet pea, are you alright,” my mom whispers as they come to stand next to me. “Of course, it’s just a bit overwhelming to be up here in front of everyone.” I won’t keep things from them, but I need to know what the hell Amethyst means before I even think about telling my parents. We leave the stage and my eyes move
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through the crowd trying to find the young man from earlier. Charlie nearly knocks me over when she wraps her arms around my waist.
“Della, now that mom and dad are queen and king, does that mean we are like the princesses in the Disney movies,” she asks. I giggle and squeeze her tight. “Yes it does. You are Princess Charlie, and I’m Princess Della.” “Someday you’ll be queen like mommy. I want to help you when you’re queen,” she says. “Of course you will. How could I rule without my sister by my side? Someday you will be a strong Lycan like dad.” She squeals before she rushes over to Cali.
When they both squeal, I chuckle. “I’m surprised there aren’t more guards around the future queen,” a deep voice says from behind me. I turn and come face to face with the young man that Amethyst called my potential mate. My heart starts to beat a little faster. I’m not sure if its his closeness or Amethyst’s words
from earlier.
“I can take care of myself. Besides, I’m not queen yet.” He chuckles before he offers me his hand. I take it without hesitation. Something about him makes me think he sees me as weak. “It’s nice to meet you, future queen Della. My name is Ronan Whitlock, future Alpha of the Night Walker Pack,” he says.
The minute our skin touches, I feel the faintest tingle but neither of us acknowledge it. Maybe he isn’t old enough to feel it. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ronan. If you’ll excuse me, I need to join my parents.” “Of course, my queen. I hope we see each other again” he says.
He turns to rejoin the older woman whose eyes haven’t left me. He is very handsome, but something about him has me leery of his intentions. “Amethyst, stopping blocking me. We need to talk, and you need to explain what the hell you meant by potential mate.” She whimpers but drops the block. I need to know what
the hell is going on.
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