Three years later. Alpha Alliance Headquarters.The annual summit was packed with Alphas from every pack.I stood on the main stage, dressed in a dark blue military uniform, gold insignia gleaming on my shoulders."And now," the Alliance Chairman's voice boomed through the hall, "by unanimous vote of the Alliance Council, we officially appoint Calista as Co-Alpha of the Ashstone Pack."Thunderous applause erupted.I walked to the front and accepted the Alpha emblem, a symbol of the highest authority.It was heavy in my hands, but I felt weightless.Jaxon stood beside me, his eyes filled with pride."Congratulations, kid." He pinned the emblem on me himself. "Your parents are watching. They would be so proud."The applause grew louder.I looked out at the assembly. These Alphas, who once seemed so far above me, were all clapping for me.Derek was in the front row, tears in his eyes.He had watched me grow from a junior analyst into this."Alpha Calista, your speech," the Chairman prompt
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