Debraâs POV:
The atmosphere tensed, the only sound being the sweet melody of the wedding music.
What had been a warm moment turned awkward.
Caleb and I exchanged glances, both taken aback.
It was true; we hadnât invited Calebâs parents.
We viewed the wedding as more of a nominal celebration, informal in nature, and felt it inappropriate to invite such esteemed elders.
We had only invited a younger crowd.
But their unexpected arrival caught us off guard.
Caleb and I were about to approach them to explain, but Carlos and Sally, the weddingâs central figures, preempted us.
They approached the elders with bright smiles.
âWeâre sorry.
The past few days have been hectic, and it slipped our minds,â Carlos apologized.
âYes, weâre at fault.
Let us make it up to you with a meal,â Sally added, echoing the apology.
The former alpha and Jenifer, however, turned their gaze to Caleb, seemingly aware that the oversight might have been his idea.
Surprisingly, the former alpha didnât express anger.
Instead, he declined the offer casually, instructing, âJenifer, letâs present our gifts and wish the couple well.
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âOf course,â Jenifer agreed, handing over two elegantly wrapped gifts to Sally.
âSally, youâre now part of the Thorn Edge Pack.
You and Carlos must support each other.
If issues arise, communicate.
Donât keep things bottled up.
A successful marriage is built on teamwork.
â
âThank you!â Sally accepted the gifts, her gratitude genuine.
Caleb and I exchanged relieved smiles.
Despite the initial hiccup, the situation resolved pleasantly.
As the enchanting wedding music resumed, the ceremony continued smoothly.
The former alphaâs first visit to the Roz District was met with wonder and appreciation.
He surveyed the surroundings and remarked, âSo, this is the Roz District.
Itâs quite impressive!â
Motivated by his interest, the locals eagerly stepped forward.
âLet us give you a tour.
The Roz District has many beautiful spots, and its architecture is quite distinct from that of the rest of the Thorn Edge Pack.
â
Graciously, the District alpha agreed to explore the district, displaying none of the aloofness one might expect.
Meanwhile, Jenifer stayed behind.
She surveyed the wedding setup before turning her attention to me with a concerned expression.
âDebra, have you decided when youâll officially marry Caleb?â
Amidst the amicable interactions of the Thorn Edge Pack and Roz Town residents, I replied with a smile, âThe date isnât set yet, but I believe it wonât be long now.
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âThatâs wonderful.
â Jenifer sighed with relief, a hint of satisfaction in her eyes.
âOnce youâre married, weâll be one family, sharing both joys and challenges.
â
Our conversation was briefly interrupted as the former alpha called out to Jenifer, âJenifer, come see the Roz District with me.
Itâs remarkable, quite a contrast to the rest of the Thorn Edge Pack.
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Jenifer, with a resigned smile, didnât object to her husbandâs request.
âDebra, I wonât be able to stay with you, then.
Enjoy yourself.
Iâll go with him.
â