Chapter 14: The Mating Ceremony
(Elara's POV)
The grand mating ceremony began with resonant howls echoing through the sacred ceremonial clearing. Pack members filled the area, their voices joining in a primal chorus that made my heart race. The rhythmic beat of ceremonial drums pulsed through the air, matching the nervous flutter in my chest.
I stood at the edge of the clearing, the weight of my ceremonial attire suddenly feeling much heavier. The crimson dress with its gold embroidery caught the late afternoon sunlight, glinting with each nervous breath I took.
"Stand tall," my father whispered beside me. "This is your moment."
I nodded, trying to swallow the lump in my throat. In the front row, I spotted my mother and Isla, both with tears of joy in their eyes. Isla gave me an
