Chapter 2: The Ceremony.
"Mom, given how excited you are, someone would think you are one of the attendees for the ceremony." Beth said flatly, giving her mom a side eye, as she trotted beside her as they made their way into the arena.
"God forbid a mother should be excited that she’d be witnessing her daughter find her mate." Jen said, seemingly annoyed.
"Mom." Beth dragged. "It was a joke. I’m just nervous." She said, looking down at her feet.
"Oh, honey." Jen cooed. "There is absolutely nothing to be nervous about. You are an outstanding young lady, and so will your mate. The Goddess is all-knowing and kind. She wouldn’t give you an idiot for a mate."
"But.." Beth said, wanting to complain further, but was cut off by Jen, who stopped them at the intersection where they would be separated.
"Relax, baby. Fear and uncertainty breed bad luck. Have faith." She said, running her fingers through her fine locks. "I know you prayed, and my guts tell me your mate would be outstanding."
"In a good way, I hope." Beth muttered slowly, looking sideways.
"No bad energy, honey. Don’t forget. See you later." Jen whispered, pecking her cheek. She walked to her side of the arena, hoping everything would be alright.
And Man, it wasn’t.
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Bethany sat through the ceremony, her wolf antsy and her heart beating twice as hard in her chest as she watched everyone around her gasp and run into the arms of their mates.