Shortly after the funeral, the atmosphere inside the packhouse was different now.
The elders sat in a circle, their expressions serious yet strangely satisfied. Bernard, seated confidently before them, radiated silent triumph.
His parents sat beside him, their pride barely concealed.
Elder Ramsdale was the first to speak.
"I must say, Bernard, the pack is pleased with how you’ve handled everything." His voice carried approval, his lips curling into a smile.
"I’m honored by your trust, Elder Ramsdale." Bernard dipped his head in gratitude and one of the elders cleared his throat.
"I suggest we move forward with the coronation immediately. Bernard should be sworn in as Alpha by tomorrow." Beta Gilbert, who had remained quiet until now, suddenly tensed.
"No... Not yet," he protested, his voice tinged with unease. "Now is not the right time."
His wife shot him a sharp look, clearly displeased.
"Why delay it?" Elder Ramsdale interjected, his tone growing firm. "Bernard has already proven himself worthy. The Blue Moon Pack needs a strong leader, and we must not hesitate."
Victoria, Bernard’s mother, crossed her arms.
"Fine. Let today pass, and in two days just like we’ve agreed beforehand, Bernard will take his rightful place as the next Alpha."
A murmur of agreement spread through the room.
"Two days it is." The oldest elder finally spoke, his voice carrying the final verdict. "Bernard, ensure that everything is settled before then."
"Yes, Elder." Bernard bowed his head.
A pause settled over the room before Elder Ramsdale leaned forward. "Are we certain Maria has truly shifted into her wolf form?"
Bernard opened his mouth, but Beta Gilbert quickly cut in. "Yes, she has. I already told you I’ve witnessed it myself."
Bernard remained silent, though a small smirk tugged at his lips. Of course, he doesn’t care about Maria.
His mind was set on something far greater.
’In two days, I will be the Alpha of the Blue Moon Pack... This is just the beginning.’
A slow, victorious grin spread across his face as those words rang in his head...noveldrama