3. READY

“You need to go to war with the Beta, we have to show them that our pack is not a force to be reckoned with” Alpha Ren said firmly to Falkor as he came in and the Prince glanced at Beta Loras who was behind him at the corner of the room

“There’s nothing that excites me as much as war father and you know that. I will get ready as soon as possible. So when are we leaving?” Falkor replied with his face full of smile

The Alpha turned to Beta Loras who walked to the front majestically and bowed a little

“If everything is set and provided, we will leave in three days’ time” Loras answered

“I will make sure to send the decree to every quarters so they can provide whatever you might need. I wish you well with the wars” Alpha Ren stated even though his tone was giving out the fact that he didn’t like that they were going to war.

“What of Jaqen? Is he still not around? It’s been ages I saw him” Alpha Ren asked Falkor

Falkor responded “As you know, he’s not fond of staying in the palace but when the news reach him, he will join us on the way”

“That’s true, you Princes are always happy at the sound of war” Alpha Ren sighed with concerns and turned to head for his bed

“If that’s all, then I will have to rest for now” he added and dismissed them.

They both took a bow before leaving the room, together.

*****

Falkor headed straight to the Luna’s quarters to visit his mother and inform her of his journey to war. He got to the door in his white robe and small sword hanging from his wait and told them to announce his arrival which they were already on the verge of doing as soon as he appeared. No one wants to be involved with him negatively because it never ends well.

“My queen, the Prince is here” one of them announced and the Luna who was having her nails done signaled for them to open the door.

Falkor walked in majestically into the room and scanned the squeaky cleaned room. Everything was neatly arranged, the space in the middle of the room was enough to park a huge truck. His mother is always particular about leaving enough space for her in the room should in case she feels like dancing.

His mother, Luna Aravis was a popular great dancer before she was married to the Alpha by her family. Although they have been married for years, they’ve never openly displayed any affection for each other.

The only reason they gave birth to Falkor was because they mated on their wedding night and since then, they have never passed the night on the same bed. The person the Alpha loved was Leia who was recently put to death by Beta Loras with the crime that she was a witch which was forbidden in the pack.

“You sure care for yourself too much for someone who will never step a foot outside” he scoffed as he walked to a seat by the side

The maid helping her with the nails was obviously shaking at his presence because any mistake means that her head would be rolling on the floor or she would be beaten so much till she begs for death.

“You should try to be less scary, your presence is traumatizing the innocent ladies” the Luna remarked and he laughed a bit

“It’s not like I bite. They should stop being afraid of me, I am just like them or wait, maybe I’m higher?” he remarked, an evil chuckle followed

“You can leave us for a bit” the Luna motioned to them and they all scurried out of the room in seconds

As soon as they closed the door, she continued “What’s happening? You never come to visit me unless you have something to say”

“Well, since you know me that well then I’ll go straight to the point. The Alpha has declared war to expand his kingdom” he informed and she scoffed

“The Alpha? More like the Beta’s wishes” she mumbled under her breath

“Anyways, the order is out and we leave in three days” he added, ignoring her comment

“What of Jaqen? He has been told or not interested?” she asked turning to face him

“He will join us on the way. You should know he will be happy to receive the news” he answered, adjusting his seat

“He never stays at the palace, I wonder what he loves doing so much outside. He’s pretty useless for a Prince except during the times of war” she remarked rolling her eyes

“Not everyone loves staying in this cage tagged pack. I also want to be free like him” he exclaimed and a subtle growl from the Luna filled the room

“Don’t you dare! Your place is in the pack” she countered.

“I never liked anything outside the pack so don’t worry, I am not going anywhere” he assured her and she blew the anger on her nails

“You know my rules right? You have to stay safe no matter what” she said and he nodded before standing up to take his leave

“I should get going before you bore me out with your lectures. I need to rest” he declared and went out the room before she said anything else

As the door was about closing, she screamed after him “Let me know when you are going! Don’t disappear on me!”

****

The third day, he was dressed by his personal maids who had prepared his outfits for war. He slid into his black robe slit by the two sides to the waist and tied to him at the back. A pair of leather gloves exposing his fingers and tied at the wrist for firmness was also slid in his hands.

“Here My Prince” the maid presented his sword on a long tray and he picked it up after fixing his headband and looked into the standing mirror while his boots were being fixed

“I think you are ready my Prince” his maid announced and he nodded before heading out to meet the waiting Beta outside

“Let’s go conquer some lands” the Beta called out to him and he shook hands with him before climbing on his horse.

They kicked off their horses with other soldiers and moved towards the east side where they planned to attack and conquer. They met Jaqen waiting for them on his horse by the river separating the pack from the outside region.

“Hey Brother! How have you been?” Falkor called out to him

“Let’s go do what we are best at” Jaqen replied, bumping fists with him and they rode off.