***Chastity*** I hadn’t thought I was ready for this, but I now knew I was. I didn’t believe in death like this, but she had done so many things. The biggest being murdering my mom. She needed to be punished for that. I also knew that if I was asked if I had anything to say, I knew that I did. I just needed to get up the courage to do so. The courtyard was very noisy. Everyone seemed to be talking amongst themselves. The whole time, Aurora stood there looking very smug. She looked like she thought she was getting out of paying the price for what she had done. It started to worry me that maybe Beta Dimitri had lied to me about them not changing their mind on her being punished. If they did, I would have to run away. I couldn’t keep living as I had been. The courtyard quieted down as soon as Alpha Joseph stepped onto the stage, and moved to the microphone. He didn’t say anything at first. He just seemed to look around at the crowd. He then turned back to all of us, and looked us each
***Chastity*** Over the next few days I have fallen into a bit of a routine. Each morning I got up, and made a large breakfast. Alpha Rowen, and Colby usually joined Molly, Beta Jax, and myself for breakfast. Of course they didn’t allow me to do the clean up. I spent the next several hours reading, or enjoying the quiet. Leila had done well to heal the rest of my wounds. I would have a quiet lunch by myself. In the afternoon I spent time at the pack hospital, sitting with those that are there, or talking to the nurses and doctors., as well as visiting Braxton a few times. Dinner was spent with at least Molly then I was off to bed. It’s during the hours alone in my bed that I remember. I remember my past. I remember the last 18 years of my life. I have started having nightmares. In those nightmares Aurora came to drag me out of bed, and into the dungeon. There I am beaten, and whipped by everyone in my life. I am screamed at. I am told how worthless I am. That I am a stain on everyone
***Chastity*** When I reached Braxton’s cell, the first thing I noticed was he looked terrible. His hair was greasy, he was pale, and he looked like he had lost weight. My heart went out to him. This had to be so hard for him. He was just a pup. He shouldn’t be stuck down here. At the same time, I understood why he was. “I’m not up for visitors.” I heard Braxton say from his position with his head in his lap. “I understand that, but I also brought you some things.” I called out quietly. “What?” he asked as he raised his head. “Blueberry filled croissants, bacon, clean clothes, and your school stuff. I thought I could help you, if you wanted.” “You…you didn’t have to do that.” “I know. I just….I just thought you might need this stuff. Well maybe not the food, but I thought you might like it.” “The blueberry are my favorite.” “I know. That’s why I always made extra.” “You did?” “Yup.” He moved toward the cell door as I slid the box of food through the opening in the door. He
***Chastity*** I stood back from Alpha Joseph as he approached Fiona’s cell. I noticed she looked haggard, and dirty, as she was curled up on her cot, with her back facing me.. It was obvious no body brought her clean clothes either. While my heart went out to her, I couldn’t bring myself to be as concerned about her as I had been Braxton. Their behavior toward me over the years had been completely different, and I couldn’t see her the same way I had Braxton. “Hello Fiona.” Alpha Joseph said. “Hello Alpha Joseph.” Fiona responded as she rolled over to face us, and got up off her cot. “How are you doing down here?” He asked. “Well I’m stuck in a cube, in dirty clothes. It’s cold, smells funny, and I only get two hours a day to exercise, outside of here. I can’t say I’m doing well.” Fiona stated as she bowed to Alpha Joseph. “Yes well, what did you expect to happen?” “Exactly what has, sir.” “Are you really understanding what brought this about, or are you saying that to placate
***Chastity*** I followed Alpha Joseph through the empty kitchen, clearing my mind of what had just happened with Fiona. I hadn’t expected him to ask me to make the decision concerning her, but I found that I was thankful that he did. I am glad I got to make that choice. It felt right to me. “I’m proud of you Chastity?” Alpha Joseph said suddenly. “Sir?” I asked. “You read the situations with Braxton, and Fiona very well. You considered their situations thoroughly, and handled each with grace, and poise. You didn’t let their past actions cloud your judgement. I’m particularly impressed with how you handled Braxton. You saw, and considered what none of us did. You have the makings of a true Luna.” “Oh…I…um. Thank you sir.” “No need to thank me for telling you the truth.” “I…uh. I still appreciate your kind words.” “Of course. Ah here is Dimitri. Well enjoy your visit with Lucy, Beth, and Tina. They are wonderful females, and I think you will learn a lot from them See you in a fe
***Chastity*** I looked around the room shocked to see so many people. I had expected to see Alpha Joseph in the meeting, and maybe Beta Dimitri, along with Gamma Peter. It seemed I underestimated this by a lot. Along with those 3, Alpha Rowen, Beta Jax, Molly, Gamma Ross, Naomi, and even Gina were in this meeting. I couldn’t help the slight tremble I was experiencing at the sight of Gina, and Naomi. I hoped they wouldn’t say or do anything to hurt me during this. There was also an older couple standing in the corner, looking very upset. I hadn’t moved from my place by the door as I had looked around the room. I was wide eyed, and could not stop the trembles I was experiencing. I was more afraid than I thought I should be at this point. After a few minutes of me just standing there, Alpha Rowen moved to me, looking concerned. When he finally reached me, he put his hand on my back, led me towards the seats at the head of the table. “It’s ok Chastity. No body can or will hurt you here
***Rowen**** I watched as Chastity went to her bedroom, and shut the door. I wanted to follow her, to hold her, but something told me she needed some space to process what had just happened. I really wanted to let her know she wasn’t alone in this. I wanted her to know she was loved, and cared for. In such a short time I have definitely fallen in love with her. She is beautiful inside, and out. Her kindness is beyond compare. Learning of her intelligence is beyond compare. The things she accomplished in school while living in hell was nothing short of amazing. It also showed her determination to achieve her dreams. I had no doubt she would do well in nursing school, even though I didn’t want to let her go. She is also stronger than anyone I have ever met. She survived hell, and seems to be on the mend. I am very proud of her. I sia down on one of the couches in Jax’s quarters, and lean my head against the back of it. Today was tough. Hearing Fiona talk about all she had done to Chas
***Chastity*** As soon as the door closed behind Alpha Rowen I breathed a sigh of relief. I don’t know why I had been so nervous around him this evening. Well maybe I did. He had been more affectionate, and sweet to me than he has ever been. Leila loved it, and it made her purr, but it scared me. I didn’t know what to make of it. “So Chastity, are you ok with Rowen staying with you?” Molly asked as she pulled stuff out of the cabinet to make dinner. “I…I don’t know.” I answered. “What is in your heart?” “I don’t know. I know I’m scared. He’s already hurt me once.” “That is true, but I’ve never seen Rowen like this. In the past if he was interested in a female, and she wasn’t he let it go.” “He…he’s been with other females?” I wasn’t sure how I felt about that. Isn’t that like cheating or something? I thought everyone waited for their mates. Although I did know that while Fiona claimed to know Alpha Rowen was her mate, she didn’t wait for him. The more I thought about it, the mo