The Ceremony was held in the Mooncrest Hollow, a sacred crescent-shaped valley deep within Elijah's territory.

There were towering white-barked trees encircling the place, and from the branches of the trees hung silver-coloured lamps. In the middle of the place was the Moon Altar, carved from ancient glyphs.

The place buzzed with chatter and excitement. At each corner of the room stood two warriors, four standing by the valley's entrance.

The Pack had gathered in elegant attire. Some wore ...