Chapter six

ASHER’S POV

“Alpha Asher”I hear my name as I try to tuck in my shirt. I turn sharply and run my eyes on Kyle. “Kyle..” I drawl in a husky tone. There’s this little blush that pushes in to my face.

He is wearing a black suit as well. Kyle is my beta. He is young and I must say very vicious. He walks into the room while I strap my suit tightly to myself.

“It’s about time”he smiles gently, observing my black sleek suit. I feel this extraordinary flush in of energy. I have waited for a very long time for this day and today it is here. As they say, destiny can be delayed but not denied.

“I’d be right down in a minute. Is the whole pack gathered?“ I ask with a straight face. “Yes, Alpha” he says. This sits well with me. As much as people like warlock and Luna Matilda weren’t on my side, a few were. Kyle is among the few.

“Okay.” I nod and he nods out. I walk to the mirror and stare at myself. Today is my Alpha crowning ceremony. I flicker my eyes and it’s amber. In a very short while, it wouldn’t remain that way. My mind tread backwards and I remember the alpha duel. I bring my right hand close to me and my claws slowly drag out. I know warlock won’t rest, but so won’t I as well.

I walk out of the room, and as I descend on the stairs, my mind ride back to someone I saw during the alpha duel. I’m not sure who I saw, but there is a girl I saw with a mask. There’s something about her I really can’t place. She’s just odd and the way she stared at me, it felt as though she knew me. I don’t know why my mind is moving to that.

My bold steps lead me to the lounge. There is soft classical music and indistinct chatter amongst the pack members. Being the alpha of the silver moon pack sure comes with a hell of responsibilities. Silver moon pack is the largest and strongest pack in the whole region and is respected by every clan.

“Asher..” I turn to the left as soon as I hear my name. “Taika” I smile. She is wears a gorgeous smile, her face is radiant and sparkling. “I have been waiting for you” she grabs my hand and quickly lays hers lips on mine. I wasn’t expecting that and it feels a little off. She’s my mate, but then I feel a little odd.

“You look gorgeous” i smirk with the aim to quickly divert her stare. She notices the way I am looking at her after the kiss.

“Alpha Asher, it’s about time!” Elder Nathan calls out. I turn to him and nod sharp. I smile at Taika and pull my suit together. I walk up to the podium and some of the pack members cheer as I went up. I stand right beside elder Nathan who seems to be the oldest member of the pack. The classical music burns down and it’s time for business.

Luna Matilda is at the forefront and my eyes locks with hers when I’m doing my alpha ceremony. After few minutes, I am done. My name has been inscribed on the silver rock. It’s a tradition of the silver moon pack that all names of Alphas are written on the silver rock. It’s said that it creates a link amongst the alphas. The first alpha of the pack was my great-great-grand father.

Taika quickly rushes to the podium and nudges her shoulders to mine. I turn slurry to her and fake a wavering smile. There is just something off about her. I don’t know maybe I am overthinking it but she seems overly clingy. She grabs my hand and intertwines her fingers in mine.She clips it hard and I guess I have to do same.

“Here is the silver blood” Elder hands me a small bottle. It’s the legendary silver blood. A lot of pack have tried to steal it as it gives the Alpha enormous strength. It has been passed down from generation to generation. Or rather eons.

I grab the bottle and open it. I stare at it and sigh. Then simper at Taika who is smiling so broadly. I sigh and close my eyes.

“Stop!!” I am startled. I flip my eyes with a frown. It’s the one person I haven’t seen since and actually isn’t intrigued to see.Warlock.

We both look at each other and there is faint murmur amongst pack members. He scowls and clench his fist as he walks to me. I gnash my teeth and tighten my fist as well. I know Warlock never comes for peace. I can see right though his maniacal eyes that he hasn’t given up on the title. But as usual, I am ready for whatever he brings…