Love Thy Shadow, Satan (LTSS) [#Wattys2018]

Chapter 19 - Lasting Brands

Present time...

3rd Person's POV

An Omega quietly called from outside the bedroom door, "Um... Alpha Faith...?" faintly knocking, so as not to disturb the Alpha more than needed. After a short pause of not hearing a reply, the maid was considering calling out again; she was interrupted from her thoughts when she heard the voice of her Alpha answering from mere inches behind her.

"Yes?"

The Omega flinched in shock. She didn't even hear the Alpha approach, making her thoughts spiral in wonder on how she just did that.

How did she manage to move across the full length of the corridor without me sensing her? ... I might be old, and an Omega, but I'm still a werewolf! For Goddess' sake, I know that's not normal.

"Why are you standing outside?" Faith asked, as she stood in the middle of her room; still sporting yesterdays' attire - complete with blindfold. She turned to face the aged maid, "Come in." Faith ordered, "...What is it?"

"Well... um... I just thought that, if you're awake, I would ask what you'd like for breakfast?" nervousness was evident in her tone, "It's still early so we haven't started cooking yet. Breakfast is usually at 8 am. We'll have everything ready by then, Alpha, so if there is anything in particular you and your companions might like... ?"

"... Name and rank?"

"Oh, I'm sorry! Please excuse me for my rudeness," she spluttered, "My name is Agatha Christie - Omega rank. I am the head of the Omega's registered for catering and housekeeping; and, might I add - it's a pleasure to finally meet you, Alpha Faith."

"The pleasures all mine, Agatha." a smile fervently touched her lips, but left just as soon as it had come. Faith walked to her nearby rucksack, which she had not yet had time to unpack, and took a tatty folded paper out of one of its numerous front pockets - opening it with care so as not to damage it any more than it already was.

"Me and my companions all eat set meals through the week - everything's timetabled here," she explained, holding out the faded piece of parchment. "Starting today, I want all Blood Moon members following these dietary guidelines. Extra meals and snacking are prohibited - unless the person has a medical condition, is ill, or is under the age of 12. Is that clear?"

"Yes. Crystal, Alpha," Agatha nodded habitually, forgetting her Alpha could not possibly see the motion.

"Good. You may leave now, Agatha. I will be down with you shortly."

"Of course, Alpha Faith. See you soon."

And with that, the old Omega maid left, closing the door behind her - leaving her Alpha to delve in thoughts.

When will the rest arrive? Faith wondered. I hope they all reach early, I want them all here for my Crowning. It'll be held in 2 days... on my birthday... when I officially receive my Alpha title...

When an Alpha is of age, a unique ceremony takes place in every pack, to celebrate the coming of age of an Alpha pup. Male Alpha's are a majority, and take part in this ceremony when they reach the age of 12; whereas female Alpha's are rare, and have to wait til their 16th birthdays. On the day, after completing the rituals, the young Alpha is given a reference that best suits their wolf - a new name to best define their developed personality. The nickname helps enemies understand the power and ranking of any Alpha they target. Faith's father was referred to as the Beast, and held Rank 2 - positioned just after the Alpha King's Son, Prince. Faith would have her ranking identified on this day... she couldn't wait to see where all her years of hardships placed her.