Decisions: Future

“Calm down both of you, before you send everyone into a panicked frenzy.” The seer of the Grey moon pack Niall said. He was a tiny wolf in his late sixties with long white hair packed into a tail at his neck and dressed in black wool cloth. Although he was small, both Alphas relaxed immediately at his command which went to show how powerful he was. George sent him a curious glance, for as long as he could remember no one but dominant Alphas had been able to stand up to him when his pheromones were released, this seer was not to be trifled with.

The seer set to work calming the frenzied wolves of both packs very quickly and efficiently. George was impressed, although his seer was a talented wolf, he had to admit that this seer could be more powerful. His pack will benefit greatly if Amal was sent to learn under him.

“Now if you two are done with this egoistical posturing can we get on with the meeting? Niall said softly before returning to his position behind Lucien.

“You are right as always, Niall. Your offer is tempting George, but the benefits we receive is far too small as compared to what is expected of us.” Lucien said, his voice returned to its usual emotionless tone.

“I am of a different opinion, but you are free to add two clauses to the contract.” George said

Lucien signaled to Damien who gave him a clip nod before turning to George.

“We would like to add that our people also be granted access into your land, I noticed that clause was conveniently not included.” Damien said, sending a look that dared George to deny it. George just smirked in reply, it was a clever move to control one of the two clauses given to the Grey moon pack, thought of by his advisor.

“Our second clause is to have aid in form of military twice a year should we need.” Damien said.

George frowned a bit but it was also within their expectations. The greatest fear of the Grey moon pack aside from their abundance of healers and ability users were their military strength which was the largest in this side of the world.

“Your first clause is not a problem but the second clause can be amended. We shall grant you aid if there is an attack against your pack in which you are outnumbered.” George said.

“Let’s amend it to when there is an attack whether we are outnumbered or not.” Damien negotiated.

“Good, then can I assume we have a deal?”

“Have your keepers add the amendments to the contracts and make copies and we can seal it now.” Lucien said.

George signaled to the keepers who immediately set to work. The contracts where presented and the Alpha’s sealed them sealing the fate of their children and packs. Though as of then no one knew how this deal would affect the future.

“I will send some representatives to live here to uphold the alliance and I expect same from you.” George said.

“Once everything is settled we shall organise a banquet to celebrate our alliance. You’re free to choose the location as a sign of trust” George said, an irritating smirk on his face.

Lucien clenched his jaw, forcing himself to be calm. The alliance was a golden opportunity to grow their pack power and closely watch the movements of the Sunlit pack.

“Very well, we shall send word once we’re ready. I do hope we have a wonderful cooperation, George.”

“Me too, Lucien, seeing as we will be family once our children are joined in marriage.”

“I shall be on my way, for I can’t be away from my pack for long.”

“I understand, I shall send an escort to assist you till the border.”

“There will be no need for that, as my escort is more than able to assist me. Farewell Lucien.” George said as he signaled his men to follow. They left without so much as a glance to the people seated in the meeting room.

“Is it really a good idea to ally our selves with them, Alpha. We are at a great disadvantage.” Zain spoke once they left.

“We are send off your son to be married to them, what if he tries to come for us through the heir of such union.”

“I understand your worry Zain but for now there is nothing we can do.” Lucien spoke, face grim

“The only thing we can do now is to grow our packs power as quickly as we can, and watch closely for a weakness.”

“This is a golden opportunity granted to us by the moon goddess and will be a shame to waste it.”

“This discussion is over, you are all dismissed. Do well to send Gavi in after you Zain.”

“Yes Alpha” Zain replied leaving with rest of the councilors and the seer.

“And Damien, come to my chambers this evening”

“Yes, Father.”

“Alpha, you sent for me.” Gavi said, fear clouding his face

“I apologize for my behaviour earlier, I was only trying…”

Lucien reached for Gavi’s throat flinging him into the wall. He walked slowly to him, claws extending. Without warning he slashed his claws across Gavi’s face, leaving claw marks on it.

Blood dripped down his face, his head bowed in submission.

“It seems I have let you run loose for too long, Gavi. To think you’d challenge in front of others. Your Alpha.” Lucien said, lifting his wounded face in his hands. His eyes as cold as ice.

“Please, have mercy Alpha. I was blinded by my hatred for the Sunlit pack.”

“You’ve served me faithfully Gavi, but it seems you’ve grown old and senile. From now on you are stripped of your position as councilor and will be sent to the border to reflect for a moon.”

“Yes Alpha. Thank you for showing mercy.” Gavi replied, discontent written on his face.