Ascension of a Gamma novel Chapter 73

Chapter 73 Long Overdue

-Liam

“Calm down, bro,” said Gale. Maybe I would if he wasn’t obviously nervous in front of m e. He’s been squeezing a stress ball since he got here.

I paced back and forth on my office, my nerves on edge all day. Tonight, she would be formally introduced to the pack as Luna. While it was traditionally an exclusive event for the pack, we invited the Black Mist Pack. Besides, I also wanted them to be there tonight. Since we already broke tradition, we invited the allied packs.

Everyone I cared about, including proven allies would be there, but it wasn’t why I felt like I was about to lose my mind.

As Gale and I pondered on our own businesses, Rigel, as always, was seated casually, actually wearing formal clothes for the event. Leaning back, legs crossed, and a glass of scotch in hand.

I was yet to learn how they found where I kept my alcohol – they’ve been raiding it since. I saved them for special occasions, but I guess today, I could let it slide. It was, after all, a very special day.

“Security, check. Venue, check-,” said Rigel then glanced at Gale before adding, «_ Dates, check.”

Gale threw the stress ball at him and he easily caught it.

“You should calm down, yourself, bro. He’s coming. We went shopping for suits together,” he remarked.

“You two are awfully close,” asked Gale, catching back the stress ball.

“Aww… don’t get jealous, bro. We don’t fuck,” Rigel said, smirking.

Gale blushed and looked away, hand tightening on the stress ball, it might burst.

At least one of us was having fun. After the surgery, he recovered in less than a day. For now, he was taking a break from his Head Gamma duties to spend more time with Sabri and Aunty). It was good to see them… close instead of the usual, distant.

He’d changed. The drinking wasn’t as frequent, and he was easier to get along with. Soon, he was going to be a proud father of a lovely baby boy. He was unaware for now and it wasn’t my place to tell him – just that, as Alpha, I had to know everything that concerned the pack

What caused my brother’s return – it wasn’t mine to answer. In my case, it was one special person. It’d been a tumultuous year for all of us, but we emerged stronger and

itter. Our bonds reforged as we moved on with our lives, as we put the past in its place,

was anxious as to where these changes might take us, but I also couldn’t wait to spend ne day after another with my person. So was Luca.

Don’t mess this up,” Luca warned.

You also need to calm down,” I said coolly. “I’ll be fine. How hard can it be?”

learned the answer as I stood in the waiting room. I adjusted my tie for the… I lost ount. I wore a black suit with a red tie that matched the dress she’d wear tonight.

t was worn by fourteen Lunas in total since it was first made, including my mother and my first mate.

To complete the outfit, I offered her a necklace and earrings set. Although she was in awe, she insisted on using the same necklace her fathers gave her and kept the earrings.

Goddess, I love her.

The door opened by a crack. I caught the scent of vanilla and freshly cut roses. The flowy skirt of the dress glided across the floor. It was the first I saw, then she slipped in and I froze.

Stunning

The see-through bodice glittered in the light, with the numerous tiny red diamonds sewn into it. Starting from the bodice across the length of the skirt was three jagged lines of a slightly lighter shade of red to symbolize the pack’s sigil.

The Luna’s dress hugged her body perfectly, highlighting her beautiful curves. She had light make-up on, her lips shimmering with lip gloss. Even Luca was left speechless.

I’d kiss her right away but tonight; it was all about her.

She smiled nervously as she blushed. “Say something?”

Taking long strides, I was in front of her in seconds. I held her hand and placed a gentle kiss on the back. “You look like a rose in bloom, my love.”

Her smile was everything.

“Thank you,” she said sheepishly, but not looking away. I could stare into her mesmerizing honey brown eyes for the rest of my life. “I can’t look away from you.”

I smirked.

“know,” I said, offering her my arm. “I’m hot.”

She slapped my chest then linked her arm with mine. “All this ‘hotness’ is mine, so don’t even dare look at anyone else but me.”

I smiled inwardly. She was getting used to ordering people around – she was born to be a n Alpha

That’s my woman.

I thought of a quip to reply, but tonight, I was the perfect gentleman. Instead, I said, “All yours, my fiery Luna. Just as you are all mine.”

The doors opened for us, and we walked in. The entire room quieted in an instant.

A loud voice announced, “Ladies and gentlemen, leaders of the Red Claw Pack and Black Mist Pack, Sir Liam Rose and Madam Anna Bella Fiora Black.”

The lights dimmed and a spotlight shone on us. I led her to the center of the dance floor and held her waist while she placed her hands gently on my shoulders.

Slow piano music played. Following my lead, we danced to the it. She was graceful, beautiful, and with every turn and step, for a few moments I forgot where we were. It was just the two of us, dancing to a music that played in the background. It was just her, my Anna, staring back at me with genuine adoration.

Unfortunately, the music came to a stop and so did we. The crowd cheered and we took a bow. Then, for all of them to see, I kneeled on one knee in front of her and presented to her the Luna Ring. The titanium prongs held a red diamond as a centerpiece, two smaller diamonds on each side.

“Will you, Anna Bella Fiora Black, Alpha of the Black Mist Pack, honor the Red Claw Packa sit honors you, from the moment you accept this Luna Ring until your last, in the Moon Goddess’s name?

“With the Moon Goddess as my witness, I will honor the Red Claw Pack as it honors me, and accept the Luna Ring,” she said aloud. I slipped the ring on her finger and kissed it.

The crowd erupted into a series of cheers and applause.

“On our honor!” the pack said in unison, bowing to her.

“Let the night begin!” I exclaimed, and the lights turned back on.

People gathered on the dance floor and music played. I took her to where they were.

“It’s finally official!” squealed Lexy in her lovely baby blue gown, hugging her. “This is one long overdue ball!

“Congratulations, Bella,” said Carson, giving her a hug.

1. L. I don’t feel anything,” she said excitedly. “Did you

“Yeah..” answered Carson, grinning Lexy was blushing as she held Carson’s hand.

Did they

“You marked her?” I asked, a little too loud.

That means they

I glared at Carson. “You –

Anna tugged on my arm, pulling me into another direction as she chuckled.

“Leave the lovely couple alone, Alpha,” she said.

“That’s my sister he’s screwing!” I whisper yelled.

“Get over it, Liam. They’re mates!” she said.

I know that!

“Aren’t you glad I’m no longer affected by the curse?”

That was a good thing. I didn’t have to witness her blushing or fawning over him. I’d have to get used to the fact that my little sister now a had a mate – it happened too fast. She should have a mate when she was thirty!

“Liam, you know Carson,” she said. “And Lexy’s all grown up now. He’ll take care of her. And she’s happy with him, Liam.”

I watched them slow dance, my little sister giggling at whatever he was whispering in her ear.

I sighed. She grew up so fast.

“Liam! Princess!” called Rigel. They were hand in hand, and Sabri’s baby bump was noticeable through her light blue gray mermaid dress. She hugged Anna tightly.

“Have you asked her yet?” he whispered as Sabri and Anna talked about babies and dresses.

“I’m waiting for the right time.”

I was trying not to let it show and have a good time tonight.

“Keep waiting and it’ll be morning,” said Rigel, going to his mate and taking her to the dance floor

“I’m going to be an aunt,” Anna said excitedly.

There was no distraction in sight. This was it. I wasn’t waiting around until morning.

“Anna”

Bella!Andrix called from behind me. Beside him was a blushing Gale. My brother

Beta, and Head of the Red Point Unit was acting like a fucking teenage girl around his

mate.

Where was the cold and furious Gale? He was somewhere in there, but he was happier

now.

I guess it’s about time…

“Liam, do you mind if I steal the lady from you for a moment? asked Andrix.

How could I say no to those sparkling gorgeous eyes of hers? My chance gone, I watched as Andrix led Anna to the dance floor. He was her only living relative now – it was only proper that he do the honors if there was no one else.