Chapter 57. Luna Ceremony

Amelie

I step to the left of my mother, Celeste, and Hope. I pick up an oak chalice. There is a basin of rainwater in front of them, and they are each holding a flower. Mom steps forward first.

“I, Anna Bye, Luna of the Black Hills Pack, give the blessing of the Mother Luna. You are a mother to all in your pack.” She drops a pink carnation into the basin of rainwater. Then she extends a claw and cuts the palm of her hand. I raise the cup to catch the blood.

“I accept the blessing of Mother Luna.” I bow to my mother, and she smiles as she steps back.

Hope steps forward. “I, Hope Ashwood, Luna of the Hill Country Pack, give the blessing of the Teacher Luna. You are a teacher to all in your pack.” She drops a Black-Eyed Susan into the basin of rainwater. Then she extends a claw and cuts the palm of her hand. I extend the cup to catch the blood.

“I accept the blessing of the Teacher Luna.” I bow to my sister, and she steps back.

Celeste steps f