Wait! Werewolves Exist?
Chapter 24

ALPHA JASON STONE.

It’s times like this that I wish that I had a Luna. Organising the Moon Goddess ceremony would be part of her duties. Unfortunately, I hadn’t found my true mate yet, and I didn’t want a chosen mate. A true mate makes an Alpha stronger. Having his Goddess chosen Luna by his side is how an Alpha is meant to rule. He’s not meant to do it alone. My father didn’t have a Luna either. My mother died when I was very young, and he’d had relationships since, but nothing serious as far as I know. I needed to talk with Ellie about the food for the ceremony and see what her and Peter have planned. I also need to figure out what I’m going to do about Amber. Until I know what’s going on there, I need to act as though everything is normal. This means assuming that she’s unaware of her true nature and of werewolves in general. So, how am I going to explain the Moon Goddess ceremony to her?

It starts with a pack ceremony officially joining the werewolves who have come of age this year to the pack. They would now be able to mindlink with every pack member. Up until the ceremony, they were only pack members through their parents, not through choice, so they could receive my mindlinks as pack Alpha but not communicate with other pack members. That full pack bond only happens once the werewolf is old enough to shift and can pledge themselves to both the pack and to me as their Alpha. It is a special thing for a werewolf to become fully joined to their pack. After that we have a big party, drinking, dancing, food etc. That part would be easy to explain, at least. However, at midnight, everyone of age in the pack shifts, and we go for a run under the full moon. This may be a lot harder to explain to Amber. It would be much easier to get her out of town for the day, but how the f**k am I meant to do that?

ELLIE.

The restaurant is so busy today, and doesn’t show signs of slowing down for a while. It’s always like this at this time of year. Everyone is excited and getting ready fir the ceremony. It’s quite a formal affair so we get a lot of families coming in for lunch while buying gowns and suits etc, they like to make a day of it. Becky hadn’t wanted a new gown this year, she said last years still fit so why buy a new one. I had ordered one for her anyway though. I was looking forward to surprising her with it.

ALPHA JASON STONE.

It’s times like this that I wish that I had a Luna. Organising the Moon Goddess ceremony would be part of her duties. Unfortunately, I hadn’t found my true mate yet, and I didn’t want a chosen mate. A true mate makes an Alpha stronger. Having his Goddess chosen Luna by his side is how an Alpha is meant to rule. He’s not meant to do it alone. My father didn’t have a Luna either. My mother died when I was very young, and he’d had relationships since, but nothing serious as far as I know. I needed to talk with Ellie about the food for the ceremony and see what her and Peter have planned. I also need to figure out what I’m going to do about Amber. Until I know what’s going on there, I need to act as though everything is normal. This means assuming that she’s unaware of her true nature and of werewolves in general. So, how am I going to explain the Moon Goddess ceremony to her?

The Alpha wanted me to go to his office and discuss the food for the ceremony. s**t that was all I needed right now. He is not the most patient man, and won’t wait for the restaurant to get quieter. I was trying to figure out a way to manage the situation. Peter suggested I call Amber after all she had said that she would be happy to help anytime. I kissed him, Goddess I loved that man. He was always able to stay calm. I got her number of Becky and made the call. She was already on main street and agreed to come right away. She really was a wonderful young lady. Peter said that he could manage until she arrived, so I headed off up to the Alpha house.

The Alpha wanted me to go to his office and discuss the food for the ceremony. s**t that was all I needed right now. He is not the most patient man, and won’t wait for the restaurant to get quieter. I was trying to figure out a way to manage the situation. Peter suggested I call Amber after all she had said that she would be happy to help anytime. I kissed him, Goddess I loved that man. He was always able to stay calm. I got her number of Becky and made the call. She was already on main street and agreed to come right away. She really was a wonderful young lady. Peter said that he could manage until she arrived, so I headed off up to the Alpha house.

AMBER.

I was very happy to get Ellie’s call. I had really enjoyed helping out the other night. If I was honest I had always enjoyed my job as a waitress and I missed it. I put my shopping into my car and made my way to the restaurant. I found myself wondering if Adam was working today. Actually I was hoping that he was. I entered the restaurant and was taken aback by how full it was. I know Ellie had said they were busy but I hadn’t expected this. I headed to the kitchen to wash my hands, grab an apron and let Peter know that I had arrived. He was hard at work, cooking up a storm. “Amber, I’m so happy to see you, thanks so much for this.” He said, not stopping for a moment. “Happy to be here, honestly. Now where are these plates going?” I said, getting straight to work.

A few hours later and things were finally slowing down in the restaurant. Adam was here, but I hadn’t had the chance to talk to him. I dropped off the meals I was carrying to a family with a teenage daughter. I recognised her as one of the group of girls from the other day. I took the opportunity to glance in Adams direction for the millionth time. I noticed a woman watching me and went over to see if she needed something. There was something different about her, I wasn’t sure what it was, she just gave me a strange feeling. “Hi there, can I get you anything?” I asked cheerily. “Sure I will take a coffee and a slice of cake please.” She said. She seemed to be studying my every movement. “coming right up” I told her and went to get them. Adam was at the coffee machine so I asked him who she was, but he said that he’d never seen her before. “Thanks for helping us out today, I’m not sure that we’d have managed without you.” He said and my stomach flipped a little. He smelt so good I wanted to get closer to him but stopped myself. I told him about missing my job and then took the woman her order. She thanked me and picked up the coffee. Her long purple nails standing out against the white cup. She held out her hand “Hi, I’m Tanya.” She offered. I shook her hand and for a moment I could of sworn her eyes flashef a deep purple colour. “Amber.” I told her and withdrew my hand. She smiled although it seem completely genuine and I left her to enjoy her cake in peace.

TANYA.

I know Jason said he’d arrange a meeting between me and Amber, but when she just happened to be working in the restaurant I just couldn’t resist meeting her. I managed to get her attention when she was eyeing up the waiter, not that I blamed her, he is worth eyeing up. I introduced myself and offered my hand. If I could touch her, then I could work a little magic. When she shook my hand, I scanned her for any traces of magic and found plenty. I now had a lot more information for Jason. Damn this cake was good. The chef could work some magic in the kitchen, I chuckled at my own joke.