Sold To The Alpha
The Cursed Luna Chapter 37

Over the next week, Justin and Aaron started training with the members who wished to become warriors of the pack, working on basic stamina enhancement and protective moves. Carmen had joined the classes to remain close to Leo who had volunteered to assist

the two Alpha's having already informed them that he wished to remain at Oakridge when they left.

Carmen and Felicity had become good friends since the night Charity had taken over and Carmen had helped her to the clinic. She had taken to sitting quietly watching the group as they trained, a small look of longing in her face as she followed the graceful movements with her eyes.

After three days of watching, Justin tapped Aaron's arm, getting his attention, whispering something to him as Aaron glanced over to the lone figure before nodding and returning to the class.

Justin walked over to Felicity giving her a smile as he took a seat next to her, 'how do you think they are doing?' he asked conversationally as he watched the men and women copying Aaron's movement's, Leo walking between them, correcting the occasional stance and muttering words of encouragement to the pack.

Felicity smiled sadly 'I think they are doing amazingly' she replied, her eyes never leaving the group 'it must feel great to be in control like that' she muttered to herself.

Justin raised an eyebrow at her causing her to blush when she realised she had spoken aloud. 'Would you like to give it a try?' he asked with a motivating grin.

Felicity shook her head, fear appearing her her eyes, but also a tinge of longing 'I am not a warrior' she stuttered.

Justin chuckled 'You don't have to want to be a warrior to train' he chided gently 'every wolf and she wolf should be strong for themselves not just to protect the pack, to be strong outside you will feel strong inside'

Felicity glanced at Justin, considering his words before looking back at the group.

'I tell you what' Justin said smiling 'you come and train with me, away from the others, if you don't like it you don't have to come back, if you do like it, you join the rest of the group tomorrow' he offered.

Her eyes narrowing nervously, Felicity slowly nodded as Justin jumped to his feet, holding out his hand to help her up. Leading her a little way away from the main group, Justin went through some basic stretches, loosening the she wolfs muscles before he put a pair of pads on his hands, holding them up in front of him.

'Ok Felicity' he said grinning 'lets see what you've got, make a fist' he ordered, checking her hands and talking her through altering her grip to protect her thumbs, 'now I want you to punch this pad as hard as you can' he said.

Looking unsure, Felicity raised her fist and punched toward the pad making contact, Justin grinned 'now I know that is not all you have in you' he growled 'harder, I want everything you've got behind this next punch' Raising her fist again, Felicity slammed it against the pad, pushing it back toward Justin's body.

'Excellent' Justin shouted 'now punch it again and follow it up with the other fist to the other pad' he encouraged. Soon she was working through the basic moves, sweat dripping from her face but a determination and calmness evident as she gave everything she had to the session.

Finally dropping his hands, Justin pulled the pads off and clapped the she wolf gently on the shoulder, 'you would make a fine warrior felicity' he said quietly 'you have the strength, you just need to believe in yourself'

Felicity gave him a small smile as she bowed her head respectfully and rushed off to Carmen who was bouncing on the balls of her feet, pulling her friend into a fierce hug as she ran up to her, talking animatedly as Leo smiled at the pair.

Heading back to the house Aaron gave Justin a sly glance out of the corner of his eye 'you are getting into this whole Alpha thing arn't you' he teased as Justin laughed

'I admit, when you both first suggested it I thought you had lost your minds' he admitted 'but the more time I spend with these people, the more I want to protect and help them, look at Felicity, she pulled out of herself, gained confidence right in front of me' he exclaimed his eyes alive as he spoke.

Aaron chuckled at his friends animated expression, 'and that my friend, is why you will make an excellent Alpha' Aaron agreed 'you brought out Felicity's confidence, no-one else, you are a natural leader.. you just can't beat me in a fight' he added smirking, dodging out the way as Justin roared and lunged for him. The pair dodged and sparred for a few minutes before they both fell on the floor laughing.

'Ugh, I bet I could beat your a*s if you'd just stand still long enough for a punch to land' grumbled Justin as Aaron chuckled at him.

'I'm not going to make it easy on you Alpha' he chortled

'You called me Alpha' Justin said, his eyes widening with shock

Aaron shrugged, 'I figured it was time to make it official, you are ready and we need to get back to Bella and replace this damn sorceress. I've had the boys building a stage in the town centre all day ready for your coronation tonight' he added airily as if saying something of no consequence.

'Tonight? what? when was this sorted? does Hazel know?' shouted Justin, panic overtaking him

'Calm down dude! you are ready! just agree to everything I say' Aaron replied, grabbing his shoulders and shaking him gently, calming the warrior down.

Taking a deep breath Justin exhaled slowly 'I'm ready for this' he muttered, more to himself than Aaron.

'Yes you are, you will lead this pack, and it will be a force to be reckoned with' said Aaron strongly.

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As the sun set over the mountain, fairy lights that had been strung around the town centre lit up, bathing the area in a soft glow. The village had arranged chairs in front of the newly built stage, and each member was seated, murmuring excitedly as they awaited their new Alpha and his mate. Despite no formal announcement that Justin would be taking over, word had soon spread and had been met with wide acceptance. In his short time at the pack he had developed a strong bond with the members and all were pleased that he would be leading him along with their very own Hazel, their pack doctor's daughter, well known through the village as she had spent time helping her father in the clinic when he was short staffed.

A hush fell over the crowd as Aaron stepped onto the stage, helping his Luna up behind him before striding to the middle and facing the audience.

'Oakridge pack' Aaron boomed, his voice carrying over the still night air. 'Tonight we celebrate a new beginning, the blossoming of a new pack, your pack, The Oakridge Pack' he announced as cheers filled the air from the eager spectators.

Beckoning to Justin and Hazel, he stepped back slightly to allow them to step onto the stage and stand in front of him, one each side facing each other. Justin looked handsome and powerful in a black tuxedo, a red silk handkerchief poking out of his pocket and a red tie fastened around his collar.

Hazel's beauty was personified by her simple white knee length, off the shoulder, dress with a sweetheart neckline revealing just a hint of her chest.

Aaron smiled between the two happily before raising his voice again. 'Tonight we also join your new Alpha and Luna together in the matrimonial bond, their souls joined as one, as decreed by the Goddess herself, by joining their hearts, they strengthen the bond between you all' Turning to Justin Aaron met his best friends gaze, 'Justin, Beta of the Silver Cross pack, do you revoke your position and ties to your previous pack?' he asked.

Justin's eyes clouded with pain for a moment before he raised his head 'I do Alpha' he replied confidently.

Aaron nodded, 'Do you Justin accept the role of Alpha of The Oakridge Pack? Do you promise to lead with courage, honour, and kindness? will you put the lives and needs of your pack above your own, striving to make their time on this earthly plain a happy one? Will you be the first into battle when your pack is under threat and the last to retreat if the need arises?' he asked.

Without hesitation Justin replied 'I will Alpha'.

Turning to Hazel, Aaron addressed her 'Hazel of the Oakridge pack, do you accept Justin as your Alpha, will you stand by him through good times and bad, guide him, love him and protect him to the best of your abilities as Luna as is written by the Goddess at the beginning of time?'

Hazel smiled shyly, 'I will Alpha' she replied as Justin beamed.

Raising his voice Aaron addressed the silent pack members 'Do you, members of the Oakridge pack, agree to stand by this young couple, support them today in their joining and everyday after until the Goddess should call us home to her?' 'We do Alpha' came a unison response as the air filled with tangible excitement.

Aaron lowered his gaze to the pair in front of him, taking in their excited smiles, mirroring it with his own. 'I was told on my wedding day that Marriage is a sacred thing, where you become two hearts that beat together, and never has that been more true than between you two, you were meant to be together, you will forever more be bound together as decreed by the Goddess herself. So Alpha Justin, Luna Hazel I now pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss your Luna, Alpha' he said before stepping back to his wife as Justin pulled Hazel into his arms, kissing her passionately as the Oakridge pack cheered before them.