(Jousett) The excitement buzzed through the pack members and the vampires as we gathered in the front lawn, preparing for an occasion that was as unique as it was regal - my 19th birthday combined with the long anticipated vampire ceremony. The air was thick with anticipation, and every corner of our gathering was filled with whispers of plans, ideas, and the thrill of celebration. As everyone settled down, Kyle stood to my right, Nikolai to my left with Asher, I called everyone to pay attention, eager to start discussing the feast that would crown the event. “Alright, everyone,” I began, “we need to decide what kind of food we’re going to have. It has to be impressive - something that fits both the birthday and the vampire ceremony, but also that everyone will like.” One of the elder

