Kelsey POV

The grand hall of the Blackmoon castle had never looked so bright. Hundreds of small white candles flickered along the walls, with fresh green flower branches tied to the concrete posts with red ribbons.

The sweet smell of roasted meat, hot bread, and sweet berry wine filled the warm air.

Tonight was the Grand Mating and Luna Announcement Ceremony.

It was the night Theodore was officially presenting me to the entire pack as his chosen mate and future queen.

When he'd announce it earlier, I was happy and sad at the same time. Happy because he was making me his Luna. His people loved and respected me. None...