Filed to story: Wolf Crying Mate of the Alpha by Jazz Ford
‘That was just as entertaining to see as the show she just created.’ According to Flint.
‘How do you feel about joining as one pack?’ I ask Nina.
‘It wouldn’t feel right to dismiss them.’ It must be disheartening to have been in hiding for so long. Magnus, I sympathise with them.’
‘It’s the same for me.’ Ultimately, as Alpha and Luna, the decision is ours, but I believe some assistance and advice from our parents wouldn’t hurt?’
‘I agree,’ she adds, gently kissing my cheek.
The next day we arranged a pack meeting.
Leon and Amelia are the first to arrive. Ever since, Nina and I became the Luna and Alpha of the pack. All our parents relocated. They still live in Shadow Crest but are now all in their own homes closer to the woods. With our parents sitting at the table and Nina by my right side, and my Beta Zak by my left, I begin the meeting.
‘I appreciate everyone’s attendance at this meeting. You’re probably all wondering why you’re here. We received an unexpected proposal last night. I’m sure you all remember Yiselda?’
Everyone nods.
‘Yes, she helped rid you of your fever.’ Mother says.
‘She came to see us last night, bringing four other witches with her.’ They desire to unite with the werewolf society and join our pack now that word of Nina and May being half-witch has spread.’
Ryker and Leon exchange worried looks.
‘Did you say anything to them?’ My father inquires.
‘I told them I’d call a meeting and talk about it, and here we are,’
‘Personally, son, I don’t have a problem with it. We love them Nina and May regardless of their status. My only concern is how the other packs will take this information and how they will handle it. It won’t surprise me if most packs are against the idea.’
‘We haven’t considered the ramifications from other packs. Yiselda hopes if they can see us living in peace, then perhaps they will adjust to the idea and realise witches aren’t as dangerous as they have always believed.’
‘I’m fine with it, too, but I’m concerned that it might backfire and endanger Nina and May’s safety.’ Leon explains.
‘It’s only been a few weeks since we became Alpha and Luna. It will be another month before all of the packs learn of Nina and May’s half-witch status. Even if Yiselda’s coven joins us. If they don’t like that Nina and May remain in our pack it will be a safety issue for them anyway.’
‘You’re right, son. That is something we will have to be wary about,’
‘If they join us, Nina and May will also join their coven, which means the midnight coven will protect them. If the wolves come for Nina and May, we’ll need the witches’ help to protect them. We can fight most packs, but we wouldn’t stand a chance if they all fought simultaneously.’
Everyone agrees with a nod.
‘It has been determined that the Midnight Coven will join us,’ I announce.
Before departing, everyone rises and bows to Nina and me.
Nina and I walk into town to meet up with Shadow Crest’s local pack members. Although the majority of the group has accepted Nina’s half-witch status, a few members remain concerned about her abilities.
Mrs Turnpot is squatting in her vegetable garden as we come to a halt at a small picket gate.
Nina pokes Mrs Turnpot over the fence and says, ‘Hello, Mrs Turnpot.’
When Mrs Turnpot notices Nina, she glances up at us and falls back.
‘Oh!’ she trembles and retreats.
‘Mrs Turnpot, what are you planting today?’ Nina is overjoyed.
‘C-Carrots,’ she replies, ‘but they haven’t been growing.’
Nina takes a look around the garden. ‘Perhaps I can assist? Revito Sprouto,’ she says.
Mrs Turnpot’s carrots are sprouting and growing right before our eyes.
‘Thank you, Luna, thank you. Mrs Turnpot says as she vigorously shakes Nina’s hand.
‘No problem, Mrs Turnpot, I’ll see you later,’ says the narrator. We resume our walk when Nina waves farewell.
‘How long have you known that spell?’ I enquire.
‘A few nights ago. You’re the first to see me cast it.’ She smiles. ‘I’m excited the Midnight Coven will be joining our pack. Imagine all the spells I’ll learn? I can’t wait to see how they make their potions too! And those little pets, they seem to all have one? I must ask them tonight if having a pet is part of being a witch?’
‘However, I’m concerned about that snake.’ I’m shocked the toad and mouse haven’t been eaten. I’m curious whether it’s been tempted too, though.’
‘Are you really going to ask them that, Magnus?’
‘What? ‘I’m curious,’
‘Yeah, and you know how curiosity killed the cat?’ We both burst out laughing.
‘Hey, since we are near the library, I have a surprise.’
‘A surprise for me?’ Nina exclaims.
‘Come on,’ I say, taking her hand in mine. I escorted her into the library.
As we stroll past everyone, we say, ‘Hello, good day.’
Miss Smith, the librarian, is who I approach.
‘Miss Smith, it’s great to see you again.’ I’d like to borrow the library keys,’ She gives me an odd look and takes her keys off her belt.
She hands over the keys and adds, ‘Sure, Alpha Magnus.’
‘Thank you,’ I say as I recapture Nina’s hand, head to the forbidden door, and unlock it.’
‘Alpha, Magnus, Alpha! You are not permitted to enter.’ Miss Smith expresses her anxiety by saying, ‘No one is allowed in the restricted area.’
‘I’m the Alpha, Miss Smith. I’m free to do whatever I want, and I’m in charge and responsible for this place,’ I explain.
She gives me a timid nod and moves back, not daring to look into the forbidden room.
I shut the door behind us, and it’s as gloomy as it was the last time.
‘Do you think you could do the honours and provide us with some light so we can see?’ I ask Nina.
She takes her wand from her pocket and flicks the tip, causing a small flame to appear. Unfortunately, seeing the entire room is not possible.