21.Royal?

Crystal woke up on the morning of the first day of the ball. All her family was still asleep and the rest of the pack was too. She walked outside and took a breath of fresh air. Kellie came over and sat with her on the bench.

"Good morning, Luna."

"Good morning, Luna."

"Ready for tonight?"

"I am but it's a question if the guys are. Killian hates dressing up. I let him get away with wearing his cowboy boots instead of dress shoes. He says if he's going to dress like a monkey, he wants one part of him to be him."

"Makes sense. Samuel loves dressing in the suit and tie."

"I know that doesn't bother you."

"Not at all."

Just then, Destiny came walking out and sat next to Crystal.

"Good morning, darling."

"Morning, momma."

"Sleep okay?"

"Yeah."

The three of them sat and enjoyed the crisp mountain air as they waited for the men to rise.

After about an hour, Crystal walked back inside while Kellie sat out front with Destiny. Crystal laid out the suits and dresses for her family. Monica was awake and helped laid out everything in two separate rooms. One for the ladies and one the men. Towards late morning, Crystal mind-linked the pack and woke them.

'Everyone planning to go to the ball tonight needs to go ahead and rise and begin ready for the day.'

She heard the pack answer in unison.

'Yes, Luna.'

She walked into Killian and sat on the bed with him. She stroked his hair and kissed his forehead and woke him.

"My love. It's time to get up, baby."

"No. You are taking me to prison in a straight jacket."

"Fine, I'll go to the ball on my own in a new dress you haven't seen."

He popped up and grabbed her around the waist and held her close.

"No one will be seeing you in a new dress unless I'm there."

"Great, now get up."

"Ugh, woman you are going to be the death of me."

"Not if you don't get up."

"Babe, it's so early."

"I let you sleep until eleven."

"It's eleven?"

"Yes, big winner, now get up. You've slept almost the whole two days."

"Alright."

Killian got up out of bed, slowly and stretched. He stood and walked to the bathroom to wash up. Alex was in there using the potty and they both smiled sleepily at each other.

"Mom wake you up to?"

"Yes. Why do we have to get up so early if it's tonight?"

"Mom wants everyone looking their best. This is an event she put together to keep the peace between packs. She takes a lot of pride in it. One day, when you become alpha, your luna will have to uphold this. She made need your help doing it at first."

"So these two weeks is like mom's baby?"

"Sort of. It's like her project and she's very proud of it. She feels a lot of pride and feels like she accomplished something. The packs are united and she feels like she's a part of making that happen."

"The packs didn't get along?"

"It was when your mom was threatened that asked help from the other packs. Then, Aunt Kellie became Luna and her pack became our allies. From there, your mom wanted to see if the packs were capable of peace."

"And she was right?"

"Yes. That's why we look our best at the ball. We set an example for everyone. We represent mom and we don't want to make her look bad."

"No."

"That's my boy."

They finished up and came out and Killian saw Crystal smiling as she was putting Destiny's hair in curlers. Killian gave her a bashful smile as he knew she heard him talking to Alex. After finishing her hair, Crystal sent the kids to breakfast. Killian wrapped her in a hug and asked her what she needed him to do.

"Make sure the other packs know tonight is the kid's night."

"Of course."

He kissed her and walked with Jake outside to greet the other alphas. After telling everyone what he needed to, he walked around for a bit. 

Four hours before the ball was to start, Crystal was asked the plan for the ball. 

"Tonight is the kids and everyone. Tomorrow is for anyone that would like to come. The third night is for alphas and their court basically. Beta and deltas and such." 

Tonight was for fun, tomorrow was elegant, and the last night is official. She started getting Destiny ready and when she ran downstairs to Killian. She smiled and gasped. 

"Look at my little princess. Dressed to impress."

Killian and Alex were in their black suits wearing matching black cowboy boots. Destiny was wearing a pink ankle-length ball gown that had a sash tied at the waist and a big bow in the back. The bottom had sparkles on it and she wore white dress shoes. Her hair was curled and held up by a bow and she looked beautiful. 

Killian looked back up the stairs and lost his breath. Crystal stood at the top looking like a Goddess. She wore a floor-length lavender-colored satin gown that had a sweetheart neckline and was backless, with matching purple heels. Her hair was curled and arranged in a crown on her head. She wore light purple make up that made her brown eyes pop. Killian cleared his throat as she approached him.

"This is your new dress?'

"Do you like it?"

"Do I need air to breathe?"

She laughed which was like music to his ears and he couldn't help but smile. Both his girls looked wonderful and couldn't wait to show them off. But if any man looked at them wrong, he would end them. He already proved that he could. 

Once at the castle, the kids ran off to do their own thing. The first night was nothing special but everyone liked to show off. Everyone talked ad mingled and basically enjoyed themselves and the company of each other. The night was short and everyone complimented each other. They all congratulated Crystal on the huge success for another year. She was always modest and said she could have never done it alone. She'd say it was everyone's cooperation that made it a success. Killian didn't think she gave herself enough credit. This was all her. After the goodnights, she showered the kids and put them to bed. She herself took a shower while Killian talked protection for the next two nights. She washed all the hairspray out and walked into the bedroom with a towel on and Killian gave her a knowing look.

"No. Killian. We need some sleep."

"No. I need Jesus."

"Killian!"

He stalked over and pinned her on the bed. he began kissing her down her neck and towards her chest. When he reached the towel, he used his teeth and removed it. He explored her body with his mouth and she moaned when his lips captured her nipple. He kept southward and released her hands and gripped her hips. His tongue worked around her heavenly spot like he was trying to eat an ice cream that was melting on a hot summer day. She squirmed and cried out his name. She gripped his head when she felt her body tighten as she was about to cum. She heard him suck every bit of it and he licked his lips when he sat up.

"Nothing tastes better than your holy waters."

"Killian!"

She huffed it out and she was still reeling from that and he placed his body over hers. Without warning, he stuck his cock straight into her. She gasped and sat upright at the sudden intrusion and then relaxed. When she did, she spread her legs wider and he began his assault on her. He drove her wild as pumped harder and faster in and out of her. She began to cry out his name and he caught her moans of pleasure in his mouth as their tongues dance around with each other. She felt him stiffen and push himself further inside her and she gripped his arms and held onto him as they found their climax together. They collapsed on the bed and tried to catch their breath. She guessed something would happen after the way he kept looking at her all night.

The next night was different. Killian thought she looked even better than the night before. He wore his black suit and black boots again and still looked as sharp as ever. Crystal wore a soft green gown that matched Killian's eyes. It had thin straps that dipped into a V at her breasts. It dipped low in the back and reached the floor at her feet. Her hair was simple tonight, thrown back in an elegant ponytail. She still looked a vision and he thought now what he always did. He was beyond lucky to have such a woman in his life. This time, there was music to dance to. Old-time ball music and modern music that was requested by the packs. This night was for anyone, some found their mates on this night and she was happy for them. Tonight was laid back and not so formal. She started to get worried as she saw some talking and looking and pointing at her. She was worried something had gone wrong or she did something. Brandy came up and dismissed these thoughts.

"Everyone is having a good time. Stop getting so worried."

"I'm sorry, Brandy."

"It's okay."

The rest of the night went smoothly and she saw new mates connecting and going back together. She told Killian of how proud she was that she could do all of this and help so many put a bad past to rest or help those find their mates and their happiness. She felt an odd feeling in her gut that something was about to come. Something major and she couldn't put her finger on it, but after what she had been through she didn't like surprises.

The next night was all formal and like a real ball. The elite of the packs was here and it was all business from here. There was ballroom dancing, not only with one's mate but with others as well. Killian didn't like others dancing with her because it meant someone else was touching her and tonight was a real problem for him. She wore a rose pink ball gown that hugged her curves. It had an open back and sweetheart neckline. The dress was so long, it left a trail of fabric still behind her. She left her hair straight and free-flowing tonight. Once again, she looked a vision and he grew angry seeing others touch her when they danced. She saw his face rejoined him.

"Stop it, Killian. It was only a dance."

"No more. I can't handle seeing another man touch you."

"Okay. Just with you."

"Just with me."

As they were talking, Sam stood up and got everyone's attention. Delta and betas stood with their alphas, lunas, and their mates. Once it was silent, Sam spoke.

"Sorry to interrupt, everyone, but can we just give a hand to Luna Crystal for making this possible."

The crowd erupted in applause and turned to her. She blushed as she smiled and nodded her head towards Sam.

"Now, what the amazing Luna and her alpha don't know is the talks all of us have been having for months now. Killian rallied us together like no one ever has in battle so we fought for a common goal. Then, the beautiful Luna who organizes this every year with success as the pack has come together in peace. Who knew such a thing would be possible. Ladies and gentlemen, I heard myself of this Luna talking about the old kings and queens and we have talked that maybe it is time for that again."

Crystal turned to Killian who was just as shocked and she continued to listen. All the alphas and lunas stared at them in the process.

"Alpha Killian and Luna Crystal. In the old world, there was a king and a queen who ruled over all of our kind. You have not only given the possibility of that happening again a thought but you have made it a reality. We alphas and lunas have discussed with our own packs and with each other. We want you as our king and queen and we think you will make us damn proud and live up to it."

The crowd again cheered and Killian cleared his throat.

"As honored as we are by this, I am sure there is some sort of ancient law about how this goes."

"You are right, alpha. We checked. If no member of the royal line remains to claim the throne, the alphas and lunas have the power to elect their own. We have done just that."

"Sam, everyone cant possibly agree on this."

"But we have, Luna. From this day forth, you will be known as the Luna Queen. You will basically be the heartbeat for all packs."

"How does this ceremony work, Sam?"

"Each alpha will slice themselves and join blood with you so you may hear them. Luna, you will do the same. All wolves would be connected to you and your son will be Alpha King after you."

"Could you give us a moment?"

Killian took Crystal by the arm and led her out in the hall.

"We can't do this."

"But how do we say no, Killian. They chose us. It makes sense now why they wanted the challenge. You have won it three years in a row. You have proven to be the strongest amongst us."

"No, my love, that would be you. All this is possible because of you."

"We can try and make them proud."

"I can live with that."

They walked back in and Crystal addressed the crowd.

"Sam, we have accepted on the condition that this a trial run. No one knows of the ancient rules anymore and I think it's only fair not to expect too much out of us right now."

"We never do, Luna, but exceed our expectations every time."

As the ball came to a close, the ceremony was completed and all the packs were informed of their acceptance. Blood Moon was made aware that they were now a royal pack and it was a lot to take in, especially for her. Killian sat next to her and tried to comfort her.

"What's on your mind?"

"If they could see me now. The Luna Queen. How would they react?"

"They would be stupid to still pursue you."

"Andrew would. Can we do this?"

"We can try. Together."

The next week was spent enjoying the time and letting everyone meet their new King and Queen. Crystal remained the same; as humble and kind as ever. When they got home, that's when the real test began and Killian was confident as long as he had Crystal by his side. She was amazing at everything she did and she always excelled in it. She would make the wolves a fine Queen and he thanked the Moon Goddess for blessing him with her. She was the alpha's battered queen, but no one else would make for a more kind or just queen. She was cruel once to those who abused her but she was a kind soul and spirited heart. She was a white wolf and Killian's whole world wrapped into one perfect woman and he swore to never lose her, let her down, or fail her in any way. Even when he knew she would say that there was no way he ever could.