Ultima, Octavia Of The Black Moon

Chapter Twelve - Insubordination

~The Last Night of the Full Moon~

Once back in my room I dash over to Hailey's stone door to nudge it open. She is sitting mending some pants when she looks up to me, “I am sorry if I spoke against you earlier. The bond with Alpha forbids going against his orders or rules. If you do, it not only gives you excruciating pain as if your blood were boiling but Alpha Eso is intolerant of insubordination”

“I know you are bound to him right now and you are limited in what you can do but I don't want you to worry about anything. I promise everything is going to be alright.” She's done nothing wrong, if Eso has an issue with my actions he can take it up with me.

Hailey looked at me shocked “What happened to you?”

“What do you mean?”

“Your hair is more wild and clothes are torn! Oh no you didn't try to turn your sister did you?!”

“Not exactly” trying to keep my words truthful with out involving her. “After leaving Tessa's room I got distracted and went down a floor to a room belonging to Gamma Isaura. We had a disagreement was all.”

“Be careful with the Gamma's and Delta's, they are tyrants!” She confesses.

“I could tell. I am not worried about Isaura, though, I want you to do something for me later after my announcement as mate and future Luna. I want you to find the omega who was caring for Isaura today and send her to me.”

“That is no problem Luna”

“Hailey, one more thing, I want us to get ready together. I want you there as my friend and handmaiden tonight”

Her eyes beamed, she would of had to of gone anyway I am sure but having her as my honored guest is important. I want her to be use to conducting herself with confidence and to feel comfortable just being herself.

We spent a decent amount of time getting ready and helping the other. Hailey more focused on me but I would reassure her I was competent. When we finished I admired the simple dress I picked. Thin layers of a sheer blue material, floor length with a black sash tied around my waist into a bow in the back. Mother had bought me a whole new wardrobe as a wedding gift. The styles all from the current fashions around the Harth's estate.

I pined up the curls around my face with a style of my own. Braids against my scalp on the side of my head brought together in the back with a larger braid. The other side held most of my curls loosely as they swirled into the back braid. I used small blue flowers from the vase to decorate it.

Hailey really loved it and kept asking if this was a human style commonly worn or only for the upper class. She wore a Gray dress similar to mine but decided on a knee length with boots and matching lace gloves stopping at the second knuckle on each of her fingers. She looked so much happier with her sandy brown hair down and curled with the same blue flowers from the vase tucked in her spirals.

Hailey and I waited until Alcrea came to the door for us, “Wow!” His eyes scanned over us “You two look as lovely as this moon lit night. Allow me to escort you both to the open air theater.” He offered us each an elbow before walking us all the way out of the rear of the castle.

Castle Diatrox was uniquely stunning. Its outer black walls stood out against the dark blue starry skies. The lights in the castle windows almost blended the castle into the background with the stars but the moon shone so fully. Casting the skies to blue and illuminating the black castle to be seen. I basked in the magikle light, feeling restored in its energy.

“Luna,” Alcrea whispered, “this way.”

We could hear Alpha Eso's voice shouting out a speech and the crowd cheering! Keeping are arms locked Beta Alcrea walked us down a path of cobble stone lined with electric lanterns. Their estate clearly had more modern touches than I am use to. I cannot wait to explore the city. Hopefully tomorrow!

He led us through a small wooded area down a few steps. Eso's voice grew louder and more distinct as he spoke of honor, perseverance, and how he is the mightiest unstoppable power. The theater was made so that coming from the castle you arrive closest to the stage. Pathways for walking, riding, and driving from the city and villages led to the opposite end where seats stacked up the hillside like giant steps.

Beta Alcrea brought us onto the stage where Hailey began to feel nervous. I held her hand as I would Tess but she pulled it back regaining composure. We stood together waiting for Eso to stop boasting of how grand he was so that he could introduce me. I could feel so many were here tonight. I am curious to see all their faces, finally able to put voices or scents to so many that stood out.

“I have told you all of my strength and How I would guarantee our victory against our enemies. Many doubted me in my conquests. Those who did have paid for it with their lives. Those of you here now loyal to your Alpha, your reward awaits. I give you as promised, Your future Luna!”

He waved his arm out in my direction and I walked to him alone. The noise all disappeared as I kept my eyes only on his. When did I forget how they made me feel. I swear I glided over to him. I smile at him before turning to see thousands of people all here cheering and shouting. The noise of them all rushed back. They shouted for me.

“Octavia Diatrox, my wife and My Mate.”

More cheering and shouting for Eso and myself before he continued. “The Luna ceremony will be held on the next full moon, all ranked members must attend.”

“Yes Alpha!” They all yelled in unison

“After that,” He smirked as he glanced around then shouted, “We bring war!”

They all began to howl their ear splitting howls i unison. It called to me. This time I felt a call to join in, not be frightened. I threw my head back, releasing my vocals to harmonize with them. It was freeing. My body hummed with the feeling I was protected and so were they. My family.

The howling slowed and Alpha Eso spoke up once more “Join us in this celebration of my marriage to my mate Octavia. Lets Eat!”

He grabbed my hand leading me across the front of the stage down the steps to another walking path of cobble stones lined with electric lamps. I looked back in time to see Alcrea had taken Hailey's hand smelling her deeply! His eyes looked black! Was Hailey Alcrea's mate?

I didn't get to see more as we walked closer towards the aromas of meats tenderizing over a fire. We approached a well lit area, complete with a band on a stage and dance section. Tables were crafted together in long sections with connected chairs stretching along either side. The tables lined the outside of the dance floor with the band at the opposite end of the head table. Alpha was just smiling at me. Letting me enjoy the details to this celebration.

“This is so lovely” I stated “I wasn't sure what to expect”

“Our union is of great importance. Many Alpha's have wondered if it would be them to receive the human Luna prophecy foretold of and all the power that comes with having her. I have been so blessed to be that Alpha. I knew it was me who was destined. I knew it to be I, that it was I who was of superior birth and strength.” He was full of arrogance tonight. “Come my pet, we sit at the front for all to envy.”

He led me to the head table with the nicest arrangements and many chairs following our two intricately carved chairs. We took our seats as the others all piled in. Many faces and styles of clothing. Some you could tell were better off than others but all seemed joyful.

All that is accept the two woman walking straight towards are table. The one nasty one with brown wavy hair in green dress I recognize from earlier as Gamma Isaura. The other has bright red hair, dressed in a very stylish skin tight blue dress exposing the top of her chest, with help of a black corset jacket. Accented with ruffles, thin copper chains and copper trinkets she's attached to the vest. Her angular top hat adorned a tail of some kind. She was poised and calculated. Her expression determined and deadly as she stopped before us at our table.

“Alpha. Why bother announcing her as your mate before I have had my day with her?”

“You will have your day Delta. Prove your worth then, not when I am about to enjoy my meal.” Eso told her as food trays began being placed about the table.

“So this is little pet?” The Delta snarled looking me over

Isaura spoke up, “She's the one who thinks she can come into my room and do as she pleases with my things Viviana!” she tattled.

Delta Viviana hopped up to half sit on my part of the table leaning in towards me “Little pet” she said seductively “I will take my time dismembering you.” she paused licking her lips before running her finger along the corner of her mouth “Enjoying every little noise I release out of you”

I look to Alpha Eso expecting him to scold this harlot for all she has done to disrespect me just now. He is enthralled with her dominance. “He won't help you little pet. You are my toy until I am through with you.” Viviana hissed to me

“So you are the one I have to prove myself against?” I say mockingly. “You are so classless. You don't even know your place to sit.” I raised an eyebrow. “Cause it surely is not on the table you filthy mut.”

She stood and a growl roared from her. Eso stayed absorbed in his leg of wild hog, I could feel he missed nothing that was going on, only allowing it. The other guests were all seated with servants in tidy uniforms bustling about bringing forth everything delectable. Alcrea has just arrived blushing with Hailey on his arm.

Isaura grinned all her teeth at me as she started shifting into her wolf, “No one here will help a weak little snow rabbit.” Her brown fur was starting to come out

Viviana's red fur already covered her “Filthy human” she spat.

I measured my surroundings, my body completely ready for what is about to take place. I can feel how much of a challenge she will be for me to win against her here and now. Just as the two reached out across the table towards me, I grabbed Eso's hog leg, hitting them up side the head then jumping on to the table. Isaura grabbed my ankle from under me slamming me down on my back in front of Alpha. A large black object flashes across my view of the two demon women trying to kill me.

Her growl at them a terrifying demand. “Don't touch my sister again you filthy muts!” Tessa in half wolf form lunged again at the other two half wolves.