{Chad’s P.O.V.}
The long-awaited day was finally here; everything was going to change for Brent, Maverick, and me. I was in my room getting dressed for the gathering taking place shortly. Richard sent a massive mind link to the entire pack notifying them an important announcement would be made, and that all pack members were to attend. I don’t know how he managed to get everything set up last minute, but there was even a stage and podium outside.
Because this wasn’t considered the official ceremony for an Alpha, it wasn’t necessary to have an Elder present. My understanding was that because Richard was going to be an Elder once he transferred his Alpha authority to me, he would take care of the actual Alpha ceremony. I honestly thought Richard was more
