Note From Author I hope you like chapter two I know it was shorter then chapter one was I wanted to give you a lil peek into this chapter without giving away too much this chapter she learns of the path chosen for her let me know you thoughts with reviews please!

The moon rose slowly in the sky, the warm breeze licked at her fur, the tree and grass swayed as if the very forest its self was greeting her as took her first steps through the tree line she had spent so many days starring at. Trailing behind her in a protective format were Bear, Swift and Fang who all in turn snickered at her awe and nervousness of the trees. In front of her Night and Cloud lead them all trotting in sink side by side.

She could smell them before she heard them. The smell of so many other wolves was a bit nerve racking, causing her to pause for a moment, but with a gentle nudge from Bear, lick from Swift and a playful hip check from Fang her worries quickly faded knowing at least they would be with her. They hurried on ward to catch up with Night and Cloud. The Howls and yelps of excitement ahead of them steadily grew louder as they spotted Night and Cloud ahead. They had stopped to wait for them to catch up.

"Little Moon" Nights voice spoke softly as if not to be over heard "You are an alphas pup remember that, and hold your head up high" he licked the top of her head " stay close to your brothers for now they are to guard you until your true guardian is announced

For once her voice left her, she just nodded she understood. She watched as Night raised his tail slightly to signal she was to stay here until she was called for. He and Cloud trotted confidently out into the open to address the pack.

"My brothers and Sisters" Nights Howl silenced every wolf "I thank you for joining us tonight as we introduce our sol female pup and to our visitors welcome it is a great honor you be here this night as well"

Both Night and Cloud bowed their heads slightly to their fellow alphas and the pups they had brought. And in turn the visiting three bowed the heads as well. It was a respectful gesture, showing each alpha no other alpha was here to challenge them.

"Tonight we introduce you to our daughter, your future alpha… Little Moon" he turned to muzzle gesturing to the bushes behind him.

Night voice had rang clear as he summoned her. Her fur stood on end and for that one moment she forgot to breathe. With her lungs burning to remind her she took a deep breath shaking out her long silvery fur. This was her moment, pushing away all her nerves, standing tall, her head held high, tail relaxed as she walked out into the opening followed closely by her brothers, taking their place on high rock with their parent. To her surprise both Night and Cloud bowed their heads to her. It hit her that from this moment on she would be seen as an alpha and would need to live up to that role. Taking another deep breath she too bowed her head to them. Before stepping forward to look at her pack below. Never in Little Moons wildest dreams did she ever think there would be wolves of so many sizes and colors. They howled their acceptance of her, encouraging her to howl with them as well, it was a beautiful long howl hushing the wolves below as they listened contently. Little Moon stopped after a few moments looking around at each wolf learning them by sight for now. She recognized a few of the wolves below the two elders had been there the day after she opened her eyes greeting the new life of the pack, and then she spotted the packs Beta, she knew him by name as he came to the den often. His name was River, his fur was a dull dull gray, his eyes a silvery blue, he was a large wolf, bigger than most, though not as big as Night. The rest of the pack consisted of ten fully grown wolves not counting Night and Cloud and eight pups ranging in age from three moons to near yearlings.

Standing aside from the pack were three large males with three near yearling pups. Guessing these wolves were the visiting alphas, Little Moon made sure to make eye contact with each in turn bowing her head in respect to them. She could the gleam of approval that passed across their eyes before they began to softly whisper to each other.

The pack howled their joyess excitement, warming her heart, wagging her tail in thanks.

"I thank you again for joining us on the night of Little Moon's fourth moon" Night howled, once again hushing the pack "Now the time has come to name her guardian… I have thought long and hard over the last few moons over this, a guardian must have honor, and loyalty, to be true to his word and ready to through himself in harm's way for the better of others, he must know when to stop and think and when to take action, this wolf has already proven he is willing to risk it all to do what right and to protect those in need without hesitation, as guardian he may even one day be Beta to this pack is Little Moon wishes him to be, as his father, River is now"

Little Moon tilted her head slightly she knew who River was but not of his son.

"The guardian of Little Moon will Ice"

The words seemed to echo threw her mind, stunned to hear the very name of the wolf who had pulled her from the river. Never would she had guess Ice to be River's pup, he bore no resemblance. She swallowed hard as she spotted him walking through the crowd. Ice had grown immensely since she last saw him. Near was nearly as big as a fully grown wolf, his snow white was full and healthy his amber eyes held hers as he confidently padded up onto high rock, bowing his head in respect to Night and Cloud and lastly to Little Moon. There was a look about him that she couldn't quiet read.

A nudge from behind caught her attention.

"You have to accept him as your guardian officially little one" her mother whispered swiftly

A shiver ran through her spin, and she shuffled her paws nervously. The thought of being so close to Ice made her feel unsettled, though not in a bad way, she trusted him with her life after he was the one who saved her before, it was hard for her to understand this feeling deep in her chest. Taking a deep breath she stepped forward.

"I, Little Moon, accept Ice as my guardian from this day forth" She laid her head on top of his shoulder in acceptance as he did the same

A warmth grew rapidly in her gut making her shuffle her paws a bit again. A glance towards her mother showed approval. Sighing in relief, she backed a few paces away from Ice, shaking out her fur to hide her embarrassment.

"My brothers and sisters I thank you for this evening, but now is the time you o about your night and let the alphas speak" Though Clouds voice was calm and silky the underline meaning rang clear.

Little Moon watched as the pack left to go about their night. Only Little Moon, her parents, the visitors and Ice stayed put. All at once she and Ice followed her parents to meet the visitors. At that very moment she was glad to have a guardian by her side. These Alpha males looked serious and unfriendly. She felt the press of Ice's fur against hers as he silently reassured her. Looking into his golden amber eyes she felt confidence building inside her as they came to a halt.

"Little Moon let me introduce you" Her mother spoke up padding so confidently among the alpha the large males

Cloud sat down next to the first of the large males. He was battle scared, his fur a shaggy light brown, with eyes as green as the grass.

"Little Moon this is Bain alpha of the lower lands pack" Cloud said "And who is your pup Bain?"

Bain simply blinked calmly, as he looked her from snout to tail "His name is Peak"

Little Moon wagged her tail in greeting to Peak. Peak was a lean sturdy looking near yearling with rather long legs for his size. His fur gray and eyes light brown.

"He is the first born of his litter, and an excellent hunter due his speed" Bain continued

"It's a pleasure to meet you both" Little Moon said politely

When Peak wasn't quick to respond, Bain growled nipping him before sharply nudging him forward. Little Moon winced slightly at the harshness Bain showed Peak, for her, her mother and father had never shown such harshness to her or her siblings.

"The- the pleasure is mine Little Moon, it's nice to finally meet you" Peak's voice was softer then she had expected it to be, making him seem a lot friendlier then his father.

Next Cloud padded up and sat next to a rather burly looking male with be shoveled white fur and gray paws his eyes an earthy brown color. Who lolled his tongue out, happily wagging his tail. Out of the three males he seemed the friendliest making Little Moon feel comfortable again.

"This is Blitz alpha of the high mountains pack, and your pup Blitz?" Cloud said smoothly

Blitz smirked proudly puffing out his chest gesturing to his pup "My pup Flame"

Flame quickly stepped forward to greet her "You are looking most lovely tonight Little Moon, I can't wait to get to know you… on a more personal level"

Shocked at his boldness Little Moon could not find the words to respond. Flame smirked confidently at her silence returning to his father's side. Flame was a well built near yearling with thick reddish brown fur and eyes of gold.

Clearing her throat Cloud stood beside the last alpha "And last but surly not least my dear this is Sol alpha of the forest pack"

Sol like Bain was also scarred. He was missing fur where the scars crisscrossed along his flesh. He was as big and as built as Night, with Black fur and white paws. He looked scary, even the smell of him spoke of danger, when his near black brown eyes met hers, a shiver ran down her spine her instincts screaming at her to stay away from this male. Something about him scared her. Sol narrowed his eyes on her for a moment before gesturing to his left.

"This is my oldest and strongest pup of his litter Taro" Sol spoke gruffly

Taro though just a near yearling was nearly as big as a grown wolf. His fur a messy brown with rich brown eyes. Like his father he made Little Moon nervous. Taro boldly stocked up to Little Moon, shoving her down to the ground as he rudely sniffed her. When she tried to force herself up on her paw, he nipped her ear sharply, pinning her to the ground harshly under his paws, causing her to yelp.

A harsh growl rumbled loudly and in a flash Taro was knocked off of her. She looked up expecting to see her father but was surprised to find Ice standing protectively over her. Snarling muzzle to muzzle with Taro. The two were evenly matched in size, their fur standing on end.

Desperately she looked to her mother and father for help. Shocked to see both of them watched calmly as did the other. But why!? These two were about to rip each other apart over her!...because of her! She had to be the one to stop this. Quickly she stood up, pushing her way between the two young males.

"Enough!" She snarled at the two "Ice! I'm fine, and Taro you will respect my personal space!"

A glance at her mother again assured her she had done well with defusing the fight.

"Feh" Taro mocked "Your lucky a female is here to protect you this time Ice, I had every right to inspect myfemale" He then looked to his father "She is worth my time for now I guess, strong and spirited but submissive enough"

Ice again growl fiercely stepping in front of Little Moon, shielding her from the stares of the three yearling. She was in otter shock. What did he mean his female! She belonged to no one! How dare he make such claims, her future mate was and would be of her own choosing not because so wanna be alpha said she was to be his. Her fur rose in disgust as she glared at taro from behind Ice.

"Confident pup you have there Sol" Bain spoke sternly "He should watch his tongue, the time has not come for her mate to be chosen it could be any of these three"

Sol merely shrugged "He knows what he wants, and what he wants he get, he has the drive to see to it"

Rage built up inside her as they spoke of her, I was as though she was not even there. She wouldn't take it anymore! She was an alpha to be and would be heard!

"What do you mean! My future mate is for my own choosing not yours!" she growled harshly disregarding any respect she had held for the visitors

That was when Night pinned her growling as he looked down at her, forcing her to submit to his will. She whimpered never before having seen him physically assert his authority with her. She lowered her ears tucking her tail under whimpering for forgiveness. Out of the corner of her eye she could see Ice, though physically he made no move to stop his alpha, his eyes betrayed his thoughts, the battling war of emotions played about his eyes. At last Night accepted her plea, backing away slightly, she stayed where she was not sure how to respond. She looked for support from her mother, but found she too was starring harshly at Little Moon.

"You will NOT disrespect our visitors nor will you disregard our traditions and laws" Night threatened "Over the moons you have learned our packs ways, our myths and legends, and it is time for your to learn a very important tradition a task you will abide by" his stare my her shiver uneasily " you have met the other alpha's and their strongest male pups, you are to treat them all with the up most respect! As one of these pups WILL be your future mate"

It was as if she had fallen into the icey river again surly he had not said that, it was a mistake?

"Night-…father… you cant be serious… im only four moons old" she tried to reason

"Your mate will not be named yet, every full moon from this night forth, until you are twelve moons, we will be visited by the alphas and their pups, as a way for them to get to know you, and you them, once you are twelve moons old your mate will be named for all the valley to know"

Her jaw hung slack. NO! This was her life. She accepted what was expected of her role as future alpha but no one ever she her whole life would be planned out for her! Little Moons fur rose doubling her size as she looked from face to face of each of the wolves before settling her gaze on Ice, was that regret in his eyes? She didn't know, her mind was spinning. A warm soothing lick brought her out of thought.

Cloud looked sympathetic softly licking her again "My Little Moon I know this is shocking but you will see it is not so bad and you will have some say in your path, but you must follow the one chosen for you until you are ready to lead, and as for the choosing of your mate, you will see there will be one you are drawn to, one who is the best to be by your side and lead the pack with you" Cloud nuzzled Night Lovingly "It is how your father was chosen as our alpha after all"

She stared between her father and mother. They had gone through this too… she lowered her head in shame. If they could….she could… she guessed. What choice did she have anyways? Glancing at Ice again she felt as if her hear had broken.

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