Chapter Twelve

“Where is she?”

A deep voice by the doorway inquired.

“She’s changing into her ritual clothes, Beta.”

I heard Melissa reply.

“Who is that, Melissa?”

I was curious to know who Melissa was talking to.

“It’s Beta Mark, Your Highness.”

“Your Highness?”

I was almost done. The cloth was more like a white tunic. Was this what they wore to Stone Shadow pack’s initiation ceremony? Quiet ancient if I’m asked and to think they had already prepared for this moment even before I arrived the pack. It was already arranged amongst my high pile of clothes. I walked to the door and to know this person. I saw a man who was in his forties, brown hair and brown eyes that were sharp and looked like they could detect even the smallest of crime from a miles away. There was wisdom and patience in them too.

“Hello Beta.”

I bowed in total respect to greet him. When I raised my head, I could tell he was pleased with my action though his face barely revealed it.

“Hello Your Highness.” He bowed slightly back. “I’