Chapter 11: Chapter 11

**Cassie's Point of View**

NOT JUST FOR ME, A WEREWOLF WOMAN, BUT FOR ANY WOMAN, MOST OF US DREAM OF A PERFECT WEDDING.

Wearing a gorgeous gown and walking down the aisle with the man I want to spend the rest of my life with.

Today is the day I will finally marry the man I thought I couldn't be with.

I know I sound like a broken cassette tape, and I know I should get over the fact that I am marrying the man of my dreams, but maybe if you were in my shoes, someone who is hopelessly in love with the thought of one-sided love to my best friend turns out that he is my mate and not just my mate, but he was also in love with me before.

Until now, it has seemed magical. There is no need to keep track of time. I'm aware of how it occurs. I know all too well that no matter how long we've been together, it always feels the same.

Do you know where the wedding will be held? It will be dawn in the midst of the forest, where there is a flat piece of land, where flowers blossom, and where butterflies fly like wonderful beings over the changing dark sky.

This is absolutely perfect.

The entire pack is anticipating the day when their soon-to-be alpha, Kaiden, will formally become our pack's alpha, as he ties his knots on me.

I'm making my way towards him. He is sobbing while smiling broadly. I cackled as well, but I'm also crying with joy. This is just too much, especially because my family and the whole of the Blue Moon Pack will be watching how I and Kaiden seal our commitment to the moon and beyond.

My father gave him my hand a long time ago. It's still the same because my father has complete faith in my man.

"I saw what kind of man you are, Kaiden. I know there's no way I should threaten you, not because you're the alpha, but because you're a wonderful man who will appreciate and love my baby. There is no doubt that knowing my only daughter will be in your care from now until eternity will bring me serenity.

And my father carefully made his way to his assigned chair.

Now it is up to me and my Kaiden to receive the proper blessings from the alpha himself, Kaiden's father.

"Today, we will witness the marriage and eternal promise of my son and soon-to-be alpha of this pack, Kaiden, to her mate and soon-to-be Luna of our pack, Cassie Anderson."

"As the last time, I will be entitled to the pack's highest position, I wish to express my real happiness, and may our goddess, the forgiving moon, our Luna, bestow his favor on this newlywed... May you make your eternal vows knowing that our Goddess will hear your prayers."

And, exactly like in the right season, moonflowers bloom from the grace of a full moon. It's a fascinating thing to see, and my jaw dropped open when I witnessed how amazing it can be. It's like something out of a fairytale.

I understand that this should be exceptionally special, and it is. Because getting married is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for us. Even if we wanted to, we couldn't get married again. We will never experience the same moon blessing again.

And I am thankful to have had this opportunity.

"I, Kaiden Clark, pledge and dedicate my heart and soul to my mate." She has been an unexpected blessing to me. I vividly recall thinking that it was impossible for me to love my best buddy. It's a code that I can't crack. Something I would never dare to do, even if I wanted to.

"But here I am, standing with our goddess' blessing, and I will be living my once-in-a-lifetime dream of loving Cassie." She is more than just lovely and sweet. She is also a courageous woman, capable of changing my life. A woman who will guide me, and as a result, I will do everything in my power to cherish her."

And with those words, I burst into tears of delight and nothing else. Those are the words he says to me every day. Kaiden is a wonderful person who constantly makes me happy. We have misunderstandings, quarrels, and conflicts from time to time, but we are friends. We can't survive without one another. He's the other half of me.

"I, Cassie Anderson, soon to be Clark, promise my alpha, my husband, my best friend, my dream come true, my loyalty and life."

"There is no reason to feel embarrassed about being the first to fall in love with this. I fell in love with him so strongly. I believed it was a one-sided love with my best buddy, but it turns out he feels the same way; we simply keep it hidden from each other, and we are fated mates. Luna made all of my wishes come true. I am honored to be his life partner. He is my most precious gift."

I sobbed so hard after that speech. Tears well up in my eyes as I reflect on how pleased I am.

"After exchanging your vows, I officially declared both of you to be a fated mate, as well as the Alpha and Luna of our Blue Moon Pack."

I could hear everyone's claps and excitement. It's a joyous occasion. It's a good day for us.

I can't ask for anything more.

I have been the official Luna of Blue Moon Pack for three months. Kaiden, my husband, is also completing his role as Alpha of our pack right now. I know he is ready to take on the responsibility that awaits him, and I am doing everything I can to assist him in managing the entire territory.

To be honest, there have been few confrontations with foes in recent times. Rogues are rarely spotted inside our region, or even nearby.

I know it should be excellent news, but something doesn't feel right. It doesn't make sense because we haven't killed that many people and yet they are so few.

And I pray I'm mistaken. Because it's no secret that someone is manipulating those bloodthirsty horrible beasts. They are mostly brainless and have only the instinct to kill and kill. They are meant to harm anything they see by consuming flesh.

They are like way because it was easier to kill and eliminate them before.

However, there have been significant changes in the last decade that threaten the entire pack as well as the surrounding wildlife. Not just werewolves, but also humans and nonhumans, are present.

Because someone discovers a new nasty method of creating a mass weapon against all those creatures who seek just peace. Someone or a group of beings discovered how to employ rogue in the most horrible way possible.

It is something that we still don't understand. But one thing is certain. We must not relax our guard. Nobody knows where or when they will strike, and that is terrible.

I noticed groups of puppies playing in the territory's center. It is considerably safer here because daring to wreak havoc on the middle of the pack territory could be their death wish.

"Hi, Luna," the pups said. They demonstrate their appreciation by bowing their heads slightly. They have such lovely qualities!

“Hello,” I returned their greeting, and they surrounded me. They want to have fun with me. And because practically all of my work and responsibilities for this week have been completed! So why not?

I adore puppies. They are young and inexperienced werewolves, and I assure you that I am the only one who desires they would not mature. If they grow up, they will discover how terrible the world is. Our adversaries are numerous.

We are fighting bloodthirsty animals known as Rogue while also defending ourselves from some hunters. And the list of adversaries goes on and on.

I decided to make lunch for my spouse's babe after I finished playing with them. I know it seems strange, but that is what I want to call him in private. I suppose I should address Kaiden as the pack's alpha. Even if I am his mate and wife, he should be honored for his status and authority.

I began to make his lunch in the kitchen. I know how much he enjoys beef. As he stated, it is his second love. Of course, I am the first! There is no doubt about that. Something horrible will happen to him if he tries to tell me I wasn't his first love. He is aware of what I am capable of when I am in possession of a particularly sharp piece of knife.

I slowly but steadily cook the meat until it is as rare as he prefers his steak to be prepared.

I also pan-seared some vegetables and sauce. Everything appears to be going well.

So I went to his workplace and encountered his beta. I greeted him, and he looked at me with concern. He told me I should wait for my partner, that he is doing something, but I am skeptical.

So I shoved him aside and walked into his office, only to witness Kaiden being kissed by a woman. Even though Kaiden is pushing her away, I can still feel the pain on my cheat, as if someone stabbed it.

I can't undo how my grip slipped and the glass plate I was carrying with food on it shattered on the floor.

"Let me explain!" Kaiden yelled as he shoved the woman to the other side of the room. It is powerful enough to watch that woman soar.

But does it make the agony go away? No, it does not. It just doesn't feel right. I'm still anxious about the notion that someone other than myself kissed him.

It actually breaks me. My tears immediately streamed down my cheeks. It makes me feel heavy, and I almost pass out.

"Let us not talk for a while," I advised Kaiden. I can hear him, but not just now. It was still excruciatingly painful. It's as though something is burning inside my chest.

He tried to stop me, but I refused to allow him to do so. I manage to avoid his grasping attempt on my arms.

"I am so sorry that I cannot listen to you right now," I said as quietly as I could.

I can hear him, but the anguish and hurt inside of my cheat will keep me deaf to all of his justifications.

This will be our main battle. We've never battled over something that would put our trust and jealousy to the test. But this one is simply out of context.

"She's your mate and the woman you married?" Are you sure? That woman isn't going to be slight enough for you, Kaiden! I recently left the country to study fashion design, and now I find out that your standard is the worst of all terrible?"

This gal has a lot of guts!

Of course, I am neither gentle nor a saint.

So I jumped our distance and delivered a direct punch to her face, knocking her out.