Chapter 21: Ceremony

The pack house was alive with activity as they were preparing for the merging of Shadow Mountain and BlackPaw Mountain packs and for the appointment of new leadership.

“Kydence where are you?”  Kora called through the Alpha floor.  “No use in hiding, the rest of the girls are waiting along with the seamstress and make up team.”  She said.  “Mom, really?”  Kyde whined.  “You know I’m not a girly girl.”  “Yes, I know but this is an important night, not only are you going to be bonded to your mate but you’re also going to be taking your place as Alpha.”  Kora told her.  “I don’t know mom, what if I let everyone down?”  “Kydence, you are the packs top warrior, you lead them into whatever battle comes our way.  You can do this, me, dad, aunt, uncle, your brother’s, we all believe in you.  I know that Dakota believes in yo