Alpha Cross

Alpha Ceremony

    It was almost 7 pm when I walked down to greet my pack members and the visiting Alpha’s. As soon as I reached the front yard, pack members walked up to me to congratulate me, all bowing their heads. I had a couple of pups give me flowers, telling me how I was their hero for becoming an Alpha. I continued to make my way through the yard, noticing the stage with twinkling lights in the trees. I shook hands, said thank you and paid close attention to each person. 

    “Alpha, if I may say you look absolutely beautiful!” Max’s voice came from behind me. Turning around I saw his dirty blond hair neatly done, his face was freshly shaved and he wore a grey suit with a grey tie. Oh yes, Max Heart was definitely a handsome wolf, you had to be blind not to see it. He had just turned 23 in January, of course we could never be together. He was about to become my Beta, even though he had occasional girlfriends he was saving himself for his mate. One of the many things I admired about him, he was very caring. 

    With a warm smile I replied, “Well you don’t look too bad yourself.” The grin that filled his face was a beautiful sight, I scolded myself for being such a teenager. 

    “The Alpha’s would love a word with you.” He pointed them out while walking me over to greet them. Both Luna’s looked breathtaking, Lucy wore a blue dress and Charlotte a light pink halter dress. Lucy wrapped her arms around me tightly, placing a kiss on my cheek.

    “Congratulations Alpha, you look unbelievably beautiful.” She squealed and then passed me over to Charlotte. 

    With a hug and kiss she said she was dying to see what I would do during my reign. I shook hands with both of their husbands, discussing a time and date when I could fly out to their territory to review the contracts. Both men seemed genuinely impressed by me, we worked out the details swiftly. A man I had never met before caught my attention,  as he walked over to us. 

    “Alpha Aliyah, it’s nice to meet you, my name is Mario. I’m Alpha Leonardo’s Beta, I come as his representative to show his support. He sends his congratulations and is looking forward to meeting you.” Mario said as we shook hands, his eyes never making contact. Unlike the other men, Mario was dressed in a suit with his shirt opened at the top. He paired it with Italian loafers, designer no doubt. 

    “Very nice to meet you Mario, thank you for making the journey. I look forward to seeing you more often.” I smiled kindly at him, shaking his hand. My father came to say it was time to start as the moon was rising in the sky, we both excused ourselves and walked to the stage. This was it, after the ceremony I would be Alpha. Pack members gathered around the stage all dressed in their best dresses and suits. 

    “Good evening everyone, we’re all gathered here tonight under the Goddess and the moon to welcome our new Alpha” My father's powerful voice echoed in the forest night. Cheers from our pack erupted making my heart feel whole. 

    “I Alpha Anthony Cross and my Luna Rosali Cross of The Blue Moon Pack pass over the Alphaship to my Daughter Aliyah Rosali Cross!” He gave me the blade that all Alpha’s had used to draw blood in order to be officially crowned. I cut my palm with the knife, letting it absorb some of my blood. My name slowly appeared on the blade, Alpha Aliyah Rosali Cross. A rush of energy shot through me as the connection formed between me and the pack. Max walked up next to me and pledged to follow me and rule as my second in command. I looked up to see my parents, the Elders, Max my Beta and the pack all kneeling and exposing their necks to me. They all submitted to me, showing their respect and acceptance, that is all but one. 

    “I refuse to follow a female as my Alpha!” The man’s voice came from the crowd. I looked at him, I recognized this man, he was a worrier. Alex stood in jeans and a t- shirt, his brown hair ruffled and his brown eyes filled with disgust. I expected some Alpha wanna be to come out tonight and try to act like a big bad wolf. I placed the blade down, motioning for my pack to stand and move out of the way. Without any hesitation they all obeyed, there was a clear path between me and Alex now.

    “The true Alpha is dead, the one that should be up there to take his place is Max. You will only destroy us and make us seem weak to other packs!” He yelled so everyone could hear him. I was still calm, this fool would get what’s coming to him soon enough.  

    “Do you challenge me?” Was the only thing I said to him, the tension growing. I knew this moment would determine everything, I won’t lose. Not to him, not to anyone, people will either respect me or fear me. I’ll make sure everyone knows that even though I’m a female I’m still a threat. 

    “Yes I challenge you Aliyah Rosali Cross for the Alpha position!” He shifted into his brown wolf pressing his ears to his head and baring his canines. I walked over to my mother and kissed her cheek before walking off the stage. I wouldn’t shift, I would show my pack I could protect them, even in my human form. 

    “I Aliyah Rosali Cross accept your challenge Alexis Jones.”

     My lack of shifting made the crowd gasp as the wolf charged at me, I quickly dodged the wolf and punched his rib cage. He tried to bite me but with a quick left step I dodged him and landed a right kick to his face, cutting him with my heel. Taking advantage of his disorientation I jumped on him, wrapping my arms around his neck. Using all my body I kicked his lower back, now I was fully in control.  

    “Submit or I’ll kill you!” I said out loud so everyone could hear me giving him a second chance. One that he did not deserve or take, he let out a loud growl. I squeezed his neck tighter, causing him to whimper and without a second thought I snapped his neck. Cheers and applause erupted from the crowd, my pack members all happy that their Alpha had been victorious. My mother ran to me and held me in a tight hug, I soothed her and she smiled like the Cheshire Cat. 

    Mario made his way over to us, he had a smirk on his face. Mario’s brown eyes were full of admiration, after saying how impressed he was he said goodbye, promising to see us soon. The rest of the night was wonderful, the pack celebrated, the Elder’s were very happy with tonight’s result. Max and I danced a couple of songs and discussed adding a new worrier. After midnight people started heading home, I walked up to my bedroom to shower. Tomorrow I would need to be at work at 7:30, to address a shipping problem with Mr.Wang. 

    I walked to the balcony dressed in my robe, sitting on the floor I dangled my legs. I looked up at the moon, not realizing a smile had spread on my lips. For a split second I thought I felt Daniel being proud of me. Yes, he would be happy for me, he would be very proud. The light wind danced with my hair as I took a deep breath, I hope the world is ready for me. Even if they’re not I’ll make my own path, I’ll put our name on the map in both the mafia and legal world. Walking to my bed I curled up, full of determination. With a smile on my face I started to drift off into yet another dreamless night.