I snapped out of my thoughts when Willow slowed to a slow trot. I could tell she had been running for a while she came up to a small stream and started to lap at the water. The sun had also gone down, and it was pretty dark outside. The moon was out so it provided some light. I wasn’t sure where Ian was, but I could tell Willow had lost him. Where did Ian go ? I asked Willow once she was done drinking water. He isn’t too far behind. I lost him a while back, but he should be coming up any minute now, Willow responded just as Ian broke through the trees and tackled her to the ground.
The two wrestled for a before Ian pinned us to the ground. I could tell the wolves were enjoying themselves. Once we were done wrestling, we drank some more water before Ian motioned for us to head back to the house. We had run pretty far into the woods and had a bit of a walk back.
We walked for about an hour before we ran the rest of the way back to the tree line. I quickly went behind the tree from earlier and shifted back. I quickly put my clothes back on after stretching before coming out from behind the tree. I saw Marcus just as he was pulling his shirt on. Willow was incredible out there, Marcus said while coming over to me. I blushed and hid my face from him.
I think me and Ian both underestimated just how fast you are, Marcus said while leading us back to the house. Well, that serves you right for thinking otherwise, I said while stepping up onto the porch. We made our way inside to see that it was a little past midnight. We had been out there for a while. I am going to take a quick shower and head to bed, I said while making my way to the stairs. Alright, I will be up in a bit. I just have to handle something in the office, Marcus said while kissing my cheek before heading to the office.
I blushed and quickly made my way upstairs for a much needed shower.
I quickly made my way to the office. It felt great to be able to run with Madelyn. I can tell Ian really enjoyed it. We will definitely have to do it more often. I walked into my office to finish up the last few things of paperwork I had left. I was going to officially add Madelyn to the pack before we had her Luna ceremony. I knew she would be nervous, but I am hoping to be able to talk to her about it soon. The sooner she is announced the pack Luna the better it will be for the pack and the pack status.
A pack is stronger with a Luna. I was just finishing the last of my paperwork when two guards burst into my office. What is the meaning of this ? I growled out while standing to my feet. The two guards bowed their heads before one of them stepped forward. Sorry Alpha. We found this note at the border addressed to the Luna and knew we had to get it to you quickly, the guard said quickly while passing over the note.
I took the note quickly before dismissing the two. I wanted to read the note now but decided to wait till the morning since it was already so late. I quickly put the note in the drawer and headed up to my room. I could smell the sweet scent of Madelyn before I entered our room.
I walked in to see her already fast asleep on top of the bed. I wished so badly to be able to sleep next to her. I know one day she would let me, so I would have to wait for that day to come. I went over to her and pulled the cover over her. I quickly kissed her forehead, Goodnight my love, I said quietly before slipping into the bathroom to shower.
I quickly shower and made my way back out into the room. I gave Madelyn one last glance before crawling onto the couch and quickly falling asleep listening to Madelyn breathing calmly.
I woke up to see the sun was already high in the sky. I looked around the room to realize Marcus was already up for the day. I found a note on the pillow next to me from Marcus.
I am not sure when you will be up. I will meet you for lunch if you are up by then. We had a long night of running, so I thought to just leave you to rest. You definitely need it. If it is after lunch, then grab some food and meet me in my office. See you soon.
Love,
I quickly looked over to the clock on the table to see it ready at 10 :53. I usually woke early in the morning, so this was late for me. I quickly got out of bed and made my way to the closet. I quickly got dressed in some jeans and a grey shirt. I brushed my hair before putting it in a ponytail. I needed to get a haircut soon.
I made my way down to the kitchen just as lunch was about to be served. I quickly food my seat at the front of the room as Marcus was coming in while talking to Everett. I smiled at him as he made his way over to me. Hey, sleepy head. I see you are finally up, Everett teased as they got closer. I laughed while Marcus leaned over and peaked my cheek. How did you sleep, my love ? Marcus asked while sitting next to me.
Lunch was being served as the last of the pack made their way into the room. I slept great. Usually, I am an early riser, but I guess I needed the extra sleep, I said while putting food onto my plate. We continued to make small talk while eating. I was full much faster than the boys. I try to eat more and more with the meals, but it can be hard to eat so much food at one time. I hope to start putting weight on soon so I can train with the pack. Marcus said he won’t let me train until Dr. Lacy clears me. She said she would once I met a certain weight goal. I don’t blame them for being paranoid about my size, but it was annoying that I couldn’t train yet.
Madelyn we will be having a meeting once lunch is over. There are a few things we have to go over if that is alright, Marcus directed his attention to me. I nodded while finishing my water.
It wasn’t long until lunch was over, and we were headed to the office. We being Marcus, Everett, and myself. We made our way in and took our seats. Marcus was behind his desk while I and Everett took a chair in front of him. So, we have to finish this paperwork to have you officially join the pack. It just requires both of our signatures along with Everett as the witness. Marcus said while pulling out some paperwork. I nodded along knowing this was going to happen.
Now, once this is done, there will be a ceremony to officially announce you as Luna, Marcus said slowly while watching me. I was shocked by his words and didn’t know what to say. I know there were ceremonies that were held for the new Lunas. I just forgot about them. It doesn’t have to be now or tomorrow, but the sooner we do it the better it will be. We will wait for you to be ready as long as it is not a long wait, Marcus said while looking at me. I could tell he was not trying to freak me out.
I nodded not being able to find the words to answer him. Alright, so we are both going to sign here on the paper, Marcus said while signing his name before sliding the paper over to me. Typically, we would cut our hands and mix blood to join you to the pack, but since we will do that for the Luna ceremony, we will just wait to do that part. He said while filing the paperwork away. I guess I forgot everything that goes into a Luna ceremony.
I honestly am not sure when I will be ready for the Luna ceremony, but I know it will need to be soon for the sake of the pack. I just hope I don’t make a fool of myself in front of everyone.
Now, that that is out of the way there is one more thing, Marcus said while pulling out what seemed to be a letter, This was brought to me by the border guards last night after we came in from our run. I figured it was fine to wait till now since it was so late last night, but it is addressed to you. He passed the letter which I took confused.