His Savior

Ceremony

~Zahara~

               I can feel sparks on my neck and my jaw. I smile at the feeling and turn around to face my mate. "Morning, handsome." Cory kisses my lips.

               "Morning. Today is the day." I stretch and wrap my arm and leg around Cory's body.

               "It is. Are you ready for it?" I open my eyes to peek at Cory. I expected to see anxiety and fear, but he actually looks excited.

               "I think I really am. I think I've gotten used to the idea, and with Sylas fully with me; I feel like I can do things I couldn't before." I know what he means. There is always a difference when we get our wolves. The other part of ourselves is on the surface, and we feel complete.

               Loud knocks sound on our door. "Hey, are you awake? It's time to start getting ready." I pick my phone up to look at the time. It's only 7 am, and the ceremony will be this evening. Why exactly would I get ready now?

               "Bryn, what are you talking about?" The door opens, and Bryn is in the doorway with a smile on her face.

               "Luna told me that we have a full day of beauty scheduled. I was sent to drag you downstairs so we can get started." I should have known mom would want to go way, way too big. I sigh and try to cuddle into Cory. He kisses me on my temple.

               "You'd better get going. You don't want to keep your mom waiting."

               "Et, tu?" Cory laughs and slides out of bed. He throws some sweats at me and heads into the bathroom. Bryn claps her hands and motions to me to hurry up. I sigh and throw the clothes on, jumping out of bed to head out with Bryn.

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               The day consisted of a huge breakfast and then a day at the spa. The massages and body treatments were amazing. They even threw in hair, nails, and makeup. When we got back to the packhouse, I had everything done, minus having my dress on.

               The day was amazing, but I missed Cory like crazy. I couldn't wait to get back and jump into his arms, but my mom had other plans. "Love, where are you going?" I still on the stairs with a foot in the air.

               "Uh, I was going to go upstairs and see....." my voice drops as I notice the look on my mom's face. "I'm not going upstairs am I?" Mom smiles and shakes her head.

               "Your dress is at the house. We will go and get changed. You don't need to see Cory until it's time anyway, trust me." I can feel my face fall at that revelation, but what can I do? It's my mom, and she won't be changing her mind. I turn around and follow her out of the packhouse and down the sidewalk to the family home.

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                I stop in front of the mirror for one last look. Everything is impeccable. My braids were pulled into an elegant updo. My makeup was done light with a slight smokey eye; my lips were painted nude. The dress is a strapless, floor-length gown. There is a slit up the middle that stops just above the knees. It flares a bit at the split and flows out slightly so that there is a bit of a drag on the ground. It is a stunning red color, and I can't wait to see Cory's reaction to how I look. I don't think I've ever looked this good before.

               "You are so breathtaking." My mom walks up behind me. It's like looking into a slightly older version of myself. My mom has always been beautiful, and I can remember wishing that I'd be as pretty as she is one day. "I'm so very proud of you, love. I can't wait to see you take over and start your own family." I close my eyes to keep the tears from falling. My mom kisses my temple, and I open my eyes. "Let's go; everyone is waiting."

               We head out of the room and out of the house. The ceremony will take place in the training area. We have a pretty big pack, which is the best area to try to fit everyone. The celebration afterward will be held behind the packhouse.

               A car is waiting for us in front of the house. The door is being held open for us, and we get inside to take the short ride to the training area. It is gorgeous here with the tea lights and flowers everywhere. People are being seated as we drive up. I can see my dad on the stage along with the Beta and Gamma. I know that Bryn and Lennox are around here because we are all taking our oaths today. I don't see Cory, but I know that he has to be around somewhere.

               The car stops, and the door is held open for us to exit. My mom and I walk toward the back of the stage. She hugs me and walks up on stage, leaving me standing. The scent hits me, and I can feel the goosebumps forming on my arms. I feel sparks on my shoulders, and they move down my arms and back up. "You are the absolute most beautiful woman I have seen in my life." Cory speaks into my ear, and his hot breath causes me to shiver in the best possible way. I slowly turn around to face him, and my voice is caught in my throat. Cory is fucking gorgeous. His brown skin is glowing, and there is a sparkle in his eyes. He is wearing a black suit with a red tie, and I swear I could eat him up. He smirks at me; I'm sure he is starting to smell my arousal. Cory leans down to kiss me, but we are interrupted by a clearing throat. Lennox and Bryn are beaming at us and motioning to the stage. I guess it's time.