Chapter 211

NATALIE’S POV The crowd was gathered under the silver-lit sky. The full moon was right above us, glowing like it was blessing the moment. Torches stood on either side of the stone stage and their flames flickered gently in the breeze. Everyone was silent…expectant. The entire pack had shown up—elders, warriors, children, even the omegas. And there, standing at the center of the stage, was Liam. He looked... divine. The Alpha aura around him was undeniable. He looked every bit of the Alpha he was – strong and proud. But the moment his eyes met mine, they softened. I could see the smile pulling at the corners of his lips, even from a distance. It calmed me just a bit. He raised his hand, signaling the start. “Tonight,” Liam continued talking, “we gather under the moon to witness the rise of our Luna.” My chest tightened. “This ceremony,” he continued, “is not just a tradition. It is a bond. A connection between a Luna and her people. A promise to protect, to guide, to nurture. And today,