Chapter 24

Jonathon’s POV (1 week later)

Olivia and myself had sent out invitations to the Alphas and Leaders of the packs, prides, clans and coven for the Alpha Ceremony in two weeks. Alex thought it was best for us to hold a leader’s council to discuss any issues that may occur.

“Do you have the list of names Alex gave you?” Olivia asks me. “It’s right here” I answer back. Perusing the list of all the names; Pack Alphas; Benjamin Adams Bronze Moon, Timothy Thompson Grey Moon, Renee Whitehead Red Moon, Cameron Edwards Yellow Moon, Harvey Sommerville Blue Moon. Pride Leaders; Harry Hellier Green Pride, Samantha Woods Orange Pride. Clan Leaders; Ramirez Garcia Silver Clan, Seth Forrester Brown Clan, Brian Waters Black Clan and White Coven Gerard Blackwood. I take a deep breathe; opening the door of a small room in the training arena.

The room was set up like a board room. A large rectangular table was placed in the centre of the room with 13 chairs surrounding it. Names were displayed for each pack, pride, clan and coven on the edge of the table. There are two labels ‘GOLD MOON PACK’ at the head of the table; presumably as we called the meeting.

Olivia and myself move to the chairs and wait for the rest of the leaders to arrive. “I told you we were too early” Olivia huffs as Alpha Benjamin Adams from the Bronze Moon packs arrives. “Jonathon, I presume?” he says extending he’s hand. I shake he’s hand “yes, Jon please. This is my mate Olivia” he shakes Olivia’s hand and takes he’s seat as more leaders turn up, making their introductions.

There were a few murmurs between the leaders. Apparently, I bear a striking resemblance to the Grey Moon Alpha, Timothy Thompson. I look at my watch; “If everyone can take their seats, we’ll get this meeting started” I announce. We all sit down; there are 2 people missing, Grey Moon’s Alpha Timothy and Silver Clan’s Leader Ramirez.

“The Alpha Ceremony arrangements are coming along nicely, but there is a subject we would like to discuss. Firstly, we would like to get this out of the way; is for myself and Liv to introduce ourselves and answer any questions you may have.”

“Is it true; you are Sebastian Petersen’s son?” A soft female voice asks. “Alpha Renee, yes” Renee is one of two female leaders. There was some scoffs and snarls from the leaders, I put my hands up. “Sebastian, is my father,” I pause contemplating what I say next. Livvy answers, irritability in her voice; “Jonny has escaped Sebastian just as much you or anyone else who has been in contact with him. His upbringing was not a pleasant one. No one here has the right to judge him because of his father.”

“We are sorry for jumping to the wrong conclusion” Pride Leader Harry exclaimed. “We have all been in similar situations as the Gold Moon Pack” Alpha Cameron injected. “If I may?” Alpha Renee asks, putting her hand up. “Jonathon, we did not mean any disrespect. I for one, thankfully; have not had the pleasure of meeting your father. His reputation however; has preceded him. Can you understand why we were a bit hesitant?”

“I completely understand; If I was in your shoes, I would feel the same. But this apple fell well outside the orchid of that tree.” We all sat quietly for a few moments. “Olivia, were you a member of Emerald Moon?” Pride Leader Samantha asked. “Umm, it’s not a simple yes and no answer. No, I was not a part of Emerald Moon pack. Yes, I was ‘living’ there when I was taken against my will at the age of 14” she answered using her fingers to emphasise the word, living.

There were more murmurs around the table. “I heard what happened” Warlock Gerard spoke up. “It was the night Sebastian attacked Desert Moon, wasn’t it?” “That is correct. Jonny was the only person from that pack to not treat us like a slave.” “Us?” Alpha Cameron commented. “Yes, there were 2 of us taken” she answered. Gasps and Sighs were heard again, around the room.

“And you and Jon are mates?” Alpha Benjamin asked. “Mmm-Hmm, you should have seen Nessy on my 18th Birthday. From the moment I woke up, she was a horny dog. Go get Jonny. We need Jonny.” There were a few chuckles from the other leaders. I intercede, “When dad took Liv and Jess, I knew Liv was special; even though I was 15 at the time. I tried the best I could to make sure they didn’t get hurt. And I made sure they were fed. Albeit” I smile at Olivia; “it was worth the few beatings I got for sneaking them food.”

Another silence.

“Is there anything else?” I ask the group. There were shakes of the head and a couple of residual “no’s” from the leaders. “Great, now for the real reason we called this meeting. Alex and myself have assigned a Betta and Gamma to be sworn in alongside us at the ceremony” “Will you and Jessica be sworn in as Luna’s too” Pride Leader Harry interjected. “We are still in discussion about that Harry, Jessi and myself need a bit more training since we had the last 4 years taken from us” Olivia responded.

I continue what I was saying, “we are still looking for our four enforcers. We would like to open the positions up to any shifter who may be interested.”

“How do you propose finding four enforcers amongst all our us here?” Clan leader Seth questioned. “We hold a tournament” I tell them. “It’s more like a sparring tournament” Olivia elaborates. “We pair up candidates to spar, Master Trainer Joe, myself, Alex, Liv and Jess will be watching each pair. Even if you don’t win your sparring match; you can still be considered. We will choose from there.”

“That sounds like an excellent idea, young Alpha” Alpha Harvey chimes. “I will let my Master Trainer inform all young hopefuls.” There was the same reaction among the other leaders. “What day would you like to hold it?” Alpha Cameron asks. “One week, give them time to prepare” I tell them.

“Are there any other questions?" I look around the room; "No? I think we can adjourn” I tell everyone, looking around the room in case another question arose.

The room was slowly emptying; Alpha Renee and Pride Leader Samantha wait at the door for Olivia and myself. As the last of the leader’s shuffle out the door, Renee begins “I think you should go and see Alpha Timothy and Leader Ramirez.” Olivia and myself look at her, she pushes a strand of brown hair behind her ear “both the Grey Moon Pack and the Silver Clan are a result of one of Sebastian’s attacks” she tell us and I let out a long breath.

“There is something else regarding Ramirez” Samantha intercedes. “Oh kay” I said, looking at her; “did you know your Mum isn’t your dad’s true mate?” I did know; how did she? “Yeah!” I said, narrowing my eyes. “Ramirez’s sister was Sebastian’s true mate. Instead of rejecting her; your mother insisted on having her killed. Sebastian attacked their Clan’s territory, not far from Desert Moon and Emerald Moon’s and she was killed.”

“Wait” Olivia interrupts. “Was that the Forrest Clan?” “Yes” Samantha said, a shocked expression on her face. “Dad told me about a bear clan; the Forrest Clan; close to the borders of Desert Moon, he didn’t know what happened to them” she let out a small giggle “I guess he does now.”

Renee chimes in again, “We just wanted to let you know. It is only my assumption; that is why they didn’t come today.” With the last comment, the two ladies left the room. Geez; I will need to get their number off of Alex; I hope I can explain, I am not my father's son.