Maxine took one dress and showed it to Amaris. It was a floor-length Greek-inspired sleeveless white dress with multiways using braided ties.
Zoila also took one from the rack as well as Suzzy and Baelin. She was overwhelmed by the girls' support. Even though Zoila wasn't that welcoming at first, she was very supportive of her and Zion.
Zoila was holding a cleopatra inspired dress with plunging neckline and side slits. It was too revealing for her.
Suzzy picked a mini white dress also with a plunging neckline and an open back.
In Baelin's hand was a white simple gown with a long train. It has lush layers of silk chiffon with satin liner underneath. There was an embellishment of swarovski crystal along its waist and shoulders.
Amaris took the one from Baelin's hand and the girls asked her to try it on. She went inside the bathroom and went out after.
"So what do you think?" She asked when they didn't say a word and were just staring at her.
The girls glanced at each other before answering.
"You look like a Goddess." Zoila commented.
"She is a Goddess. Well, half-Goddess." Maxine chuckled.
She was glad that the girls liked it, but she wanted to know Zion's opinion. Zoila said he would have to stay outside, away from her until tonight, so she would have to surprise him with her looks later.
Before the ceremony, the soon to be Luna needed to take a dip in a spring of water called Aquaimos. They said Selene, the Moon Goddess, blessed the water with her kindness and purity. Amaris needed to take a bath there for a cleansing ritual.
Aquaimos will also determine if the Luna was the rightful mate of an Alpha. She would be accompanied by Zoila and Maxine since they were assigned to be her protector. She was wearing a thin robe with nothing underneath.
All the pack members were not allowed to come outside once she took a bath. No one should also see her walking towards the spring except her protectors.
When they arrived, Aquaimos was full of fireflies around as if they were lighting her way through the water. Maxine and Zoila slowly took off her robe, showing her smooth pinkish skin glowing under the moonlight.
She walked towards the water and dipped herself in it. It was refreshing and cold but she felt like her mother was with her, giving her warmth.
She took a swim to enjoy the water while looking at the sky. It was already a full moon, but the ceremony should start at ten in the evening and the ritual should be done by midnight.
She frowned when she noticed a pure white light as if it was coming from the moon. She raised her hand to touch it and was surprised that the light scattered around Aquaimos.
"There's no doubt. She's the one. The Luna of the Blue Moon Pack." Zoila exclaimed.
Maxine frowned and looked at Zoila, confused.
"Why? How could you say that?"
"Did you know that all the previous Luna of our pack came here to just cleanse themselves? Nothing really happened when they bathed here. They said it was just a refreshing feeling and once you're done, you could feel that you are pure. To Amaris, the light from the moon came down upon her. It was a direct blessing. Aquaimos was never lit by the moon's glow, only tonight." Zoila explained.
Maxine was really amazed by the mythical creatures. Their powers, their myths and legends, they 're incredible. And she was glad to be a part of these wonderful beings.
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After Amaris took a dip, she changed into her dress while the two put on some makeup and fixed her hair.
For them, this was like a marriage ceremony so everyone has to be present. It would be held on the sacred ground of Verlice Castle in the center of the territory.
Maxine and Zoila walked in front of her. She felt another two werewolves were walking behind her and she couldn't understand why she knew it was Cole and Xavier.
As she walked towards Zion, everyone was amazed when the fireflies followed her, lighting up her way.
She saw Zion smiling at her. He was standing on an elevated platform, enough to be seen by everyone. When she was a few steps away from him, Zion reached out his hand to take hers.
She took a deep breath and turned to face him. She could feel her heart beating so fast. She was starting to have ragged breathing.
One of the elders started the ceremony, saying the rituals and stuff, but Amaris didn't understand any of it. She was just trying to control herself but she could feel her fangs grow inside her mouth.
Her whole body felt she was being electrified. She could feel her blood was boiling, giving her a different level of adrenaline. It was different from the times she was craving for Zion. What she felt right now wasn't lust or desire, she was changing.
'Love?' She called Zion using the mind link.
Zion frowned. 'What is it?'
'I think I'm going to shift. I need your blood.' She said.
Zion and understood. He looked at the elder and stopped him from his speech. Everyone was whispering to each other. They were confused why Zion suddenly stopped him.
Zion looked at the moon, then looked back at Amaris who was breathing irregularly.
"It's perfect." He murmured before leaning forward to Amaris neck.
She felt his fangs piercing deeper into her neck again. She gasped when his warm lips brushed through her skin. Zion pulled her closer by grabbing her by the waist.
Blood came out from her neck as he sucked her gently. It was the sweetest blood he ever tasted. When he released her, he saw Amaris' eyes change to red.
Everyone witnessed how she bit Zion's neck with her long and sharp fangs. No one was saying a single word. It was so quiet. They were just looking at their Alpha and Luna while doing the ritual.
Amaris felt a painful crack on her back. She screamed from an excruciating pain as if her skin were being dissected. Zion panicked and was about to touch her when he heard a voice.
"Leave her! Wait and see!" It was Athanasia, the Demon Princess.
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Readers Guide:
Aquaimos - holy spring water blessed and purified by the moon goddess.. Only the chosen Luna of the pack was allowed to bathe here.
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