The word filled me with a sense of unreality.
Me?
The hybrid orphan once deemed the least worthy, becoming Luna of the Silver Moon Pack?
But seeing Anna's excitement, Martha's bustling energy, and out the window, Kayden playing with Kai in the yard...
It was all real.
Not a dream.
The night of the full moon finally arrived.
I stood in the prep room while Anna fixed my hair.
"Nervous?" she asked.
"A little," I admitted, my palms sweaty.
"Don't be," Anna smiled. "Kayden's even more nervous than you."
"Really?"
"Yep." She lowered her voice. "I passed by his room earlier—he was practicing his vows."
"At least twenty times."
I couldn't help but laugh, and my tension eased.
"All set!" Anna gave one last check. "Perfect!"
I looked in the mirror.
The white gown glowed softly in the candlelight, my hair swept into an elegant updo with silver pins. Around my neck hung the Rebirth Series jewelry I'd made myself.
"Time to go," Anna said, handing me the bouquet.
I took a deep breath and clutched it tightly.
Ready, Layla?
Ready to be his mate?
Ready... for a new life?
The door opened.
Kai ran in, basket in hand.
"Mommy! Let's go!" His little face was flushed with excitement. "Daddy's waiting!"
"Coming." I took his small hand. "Let's go."
The ceremony hall was packed.
Every pack member was there, along with representatives from friendly packs.
I stood at the entrance, peeking through the half-open door.
