Victor''s


    POV


    The spirit of celebration is felt in the air. The festive mode was noticeable in the territory of the Midnight ws Tribe.


    The cheerful mode manifested not only because I am going to officially present the Luna of the tribe but also of the knowledge that the Dark Witch is already dead. That she can no longer harm anyone in the tribe. "Your mother would be so proud of you."


    From the reflection on the ss wall, I saw the image of the middle age woman. A smile formed on my lips as I turned.


    "I am d that you were able toe, Mrs. Kristina."


    "I wouldn''t miss it for the world. The orphanage will not burn to ground without me in a few hours."


    We both chuckle as the headmistress of the orphanage drew near. She stood in front of me with a proud smile on her lips.


    The older woman raised her hands and fixed the hair that were obscuring my sight. She made a few hand gestures before making a step back. "Congrattions, Alpha Victor."


    "Thank you, Ms. Kristina."


    "I am very happy that you finally found your other half. She''s pretty just liked your mother. She has a heart that cares for the benefit of many." "They both are."


    "They mean the world to you and you are to them, Victor. I wish you all the luck."


    "Thank you."


    She sighed. "I''m leaving you to yourself. I''ll see you at the banquet."


    I took another deep breath when the woman left.


    Although I am so ready for this event, I am still nervous. Well, I am more excited than nervous.


    After tonight, I can finally say that I am legally and irrevocably mated to the love of my life. Lauren and I might be brought together by fate through the hand of the Moon Goddess but we fell in love like the regr human did. Updated by  Lauren and I came a long way. We started at the wrong foot but we eventually ended up as mates. True mates.


    Meeting her must be the fate''s way of telling me to be humble and patient. I am in the brink of losing everything when I met Lauren. She was myst resort but she was my savior. She is my caretaker.


    I was handicapped. My wolf was gone. I was about to lose my position as an alpha. Then came along a very attractive doctor who prioritized her patient than their attitude.


    Looking back, I was d that my ex-fiancée broke our engagement in my darkest time. Otherwise, I will not be able to meet the love of my life. Moreover, I am grateful that Lauren has a very strong personality. Otherwise, she would have gave up on me every time I messed up.


    "Alpha, this is not the time to mask your face with that frown. It would be regarded negatively."


    I chuckled at my beta. I faced my trusted friend.


    The man was wearing a baby pink shirt and a dark pair of jeans. I was a little bewildered. The man either in a dark shirt or in white. This must be M''s doing.


    "My thoughts were on the good old days, Richard." I rather said and tried to ignore his top.


    "I am d, Alpha. Congrattions on your mating."


    "Thank you." I responded. "Is my Luna ready?"


    "I have no idea, alpha. M kicked me out of the room when I knocked on the door."


    I was not able to stop myself fromughing despite the scowl on Richard''s face.


    "Don''t worry, my friend. Lauren also rejected my mind link since this afternoon. She told me she''s alright. That''s all that matters." I said to ease the other man''s worry. "But-"


    "Richard, let''s give the women a break. They will be out in the fieldter."


    The beta exhaled. "Yes, Alpha."


    "Have you seen Grandma Anna yet?"


    "She arrived an hour ago. She was with the Luna."


    "Great."


    The sound of the beating of the drums aired from the field. It only means one thing. The mating ceremony is about to start.


    "Alpha, if you may."


    I nodded at the beta before walking ahead of him.


    I had to be in the makeshift stage. I should be stationed there as I wait for my mate, the Luna of the tribe.


    This is a mating ceremony, a rite to introduced the couple to the tribe. However, this is more than that for Lauren and I. She will be inducted to the tribe and will be formally presented as the Luna of the Midnight ws Tribe since she came from another tribe. This is also an opportunity for me to proudly dered that I found my mate and off the market.


    The whole field was illuminated brightly. Several tables were scattered all over the ce. A very long table on both sides were field with food and drinks.


    An elder was in the makeshift tform. He was my father''s confidante when he was still alive.


    "Alpha," he greeted.


    I also bowed my head to him in respect.


    The sound of the drums echoed in the field. It yed on for a couple of minutes before it suddenly stopped.


    All eyes went to the end of the long lines of tables and chairs. The love of my life is standing there wearing a very simple white dress and a very beautiful smile. Beside her was Grandma Anna who was standing proudly. Slowly, Lauren walked towards me.


    It was not a very long march. Grandma Anna left Lauren when they reached half of the aisle heading to the stage.


    "Members of the Midnight ws Tribe, may I introduce to you the Alpha of the Full Moon Tribe, Doctor Lauren nco." The elder announced when Lauren reached me.


    I held my mate''s hand as we stand beside each other. We faced the attendees of the ceremony.


    I see joy and anticipation on the faces of the members of the tribe.


    "We gathered here today to officially meet the mate of our very own alpha, Alpha Victor Miller. Also, to wee another member of the pack." The older man continued.


    He stopped when the people pped their hands in enthusiasm.


    "With the recent events, we received the good news of being free from the Dark Witch and the danger she entails. On another great news, we are going to finally wee the new Luna of the Midnight ws Tribe." He announced. "Members of the tribe, may I present to you our Luna, Doctor Lauren nco."


    Another round of apuse resonated. Some even whistled.


    Lauren and I stepped forward. The elder held a knife in his other hand. He gave it to me.


    After he nodded, I grazed my palm with it. Lauren did the same before we returned the de to him.


    "With blood, Doctor nco, you will be binded to the Midnight ws Tribe as the new member." Lauren and I touched our palms together. "This will give you the previledge to speak with the other members of the tribe through mind link."


    An older woman joined us in the stage. She tied a twine made of dried root from a familiar tree on Lauren and I''s joined hands.


    "With this string, it ties your heart and soul to Alpha Victor as his mate."


    I stared into the eyes of the woman given to me by the Moon Goddess. A pretty smile was sent to me. I smiled back.


    "I, Alpha Victor Miller of Midnight ws Tribe, ept Lauren nco as the new member of the tribe and my Luna." I pronounced clearly.


    "I, Lauren nco, ept Alpha Victor to be my mate and my alpha."


    "Ladies and Gentlemen of the Midnight ws Tribe, it is of great honor to present to you the Alpha and Luna of the Midnight ws Tribe." The elder proimed.


    Howler and pping followed after he said that.


    When the cheering subsided, I seized the microphone.


    "Thank you everyone for epting our new Luna. Without further ado, let the party started!"


    Compliments and greetings weed us when we alight from the stage. Food and booze were served as the music aired in the field.


    "May I have this dance, my Luna?" I asked Lauren when we finally found ourselves alone.


    "Of course."


    I gave her a twirl before guiding to the center where a few were already dancing. I even saw Richard and M on the other side being cozy.


    I was right. It was M''s doing. The witch woman is wearing a baby pink boho dress. Richard has to match the color.


    On the other hand, Grandma Anna is having a conversation with another elder.


    "I love you." I uttered as I returned my attention back to Lauren.


    "And I love you just the same, my Love."


    Minding no one, my face descended to the lips of the woman in my arms. I smiled between our lips when I found Lauren kissing me back with same intensity. "Wee to my tribe, Lauren." I muttered when our lips parted.


    "Thank you, Alpha Victor. With that being said, may I ask what you desired most in this life?"


    "I already have her in my arms."


    "Are you sure?"


    "Yeah."


    Puzzled by her questions, I looked at her intently. A grin was sent my way.


    "Oh, I am hoping to give you another gift." She shrugged. "You know the one you have been asking."


    Frowning, I stared at the beautiful brown orbs of my mate.


    I breathed out. My heart started throbbing faster as a hopeful thought came into mind.


    "Lauren..."


    "Yeah?"


    "Are you? I mean, you are..."


    I am being incoherent. An out of character for me.


    As expected, my mateughed at my expense.


    Lauren detached herself from my arms. She lifted her hand and snapped her fingers.


    M approached and hand-in a long, ck rectangr box. It was simr to the case of a watch.


    Lauren grabbed it and gave it to me.


    I untied the ck ribbon before opening the box.


    I swallowed the lump in my throat when I saw a stick inside together with a piece of paper. I took the paper but something from between its fold fell. Out of curiosity, I picked it up. They were ck and white printed pictures. One was an unknown blurry image while the other was a look-a-alike of peanut.


    My attention went to the folded paper. I opened it only to get the confirmation I so long to hear.


    I raised my hands in the air.


    "Yes!" I screamed.


    My arms snaked into Lauren''s body before I lifted her. Myughter resonated in the field.


    Everything went still since every eye were on me. They stopped the music when they hear me scream.


    "Your Luna is pregnant!" I dered.


    The festive mode returned as the music continued. Congrattory words poured in.