Chapter 59

Alpha Xavier

I no longer want to hide Sylvia from everyone, so tonight, I decided to hold a ceremony to announce our mate bond. The weight of secrecy had burdened us for far too long, and it was time to let our pack in on the truth.

I know that this revelation would come as a shock to some, but I can't deny the love and connection Sylvia and I shared.

"Gather everyone at the field. Tell them there is going to be a celebration of me finding my mate," I tell one of the elders of the pack. My voice is steady, but my heart is racing with anticipation and anxiety. This is a big step, one that will change the dynamics of our pack forever.

As the sun sets, the pack starts to gather at the field. I can feel their eyes on me, and I know they are all curious about what's going on. I stand tall, my eyes scanning the crowd until they land on Sylvia, who is standing at a distance. The love and affection I feel for her is overwhelming, and I take a deep breath to steady myself.

"My dear pack,