The Claiming By Cooper

The Claiming by Cooper (Jara & Mason)

Chapter 42

Mason

The next morning, Hana, Annabel and I head to the stage. Even with the changes that have gone on, the loss of the Alpha, and ascension of a new Alpha, Elder Jason wants Annabel to enter the claiming territory today.

1 can tell she’s nervous. She, like the others, will have 24 hours to adjust to the territory. As Elder Jason takes the stage, he comes to stand in front of Annabel.

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“I have ensured that the claiming territory has been sufficiently cleaned, Annabel. If, at any point, something goes wrong in the territory, I want you to howl for help. I’ll be listening and have trusted men listening to make sure that you are safe. We’ll find you and bring you out of the territory “Thank you, Elder.”

He moves to the podium and addresses the claimants. “Omega Annabel will be entering the claiming territory today. She will have 24 hours before the claimants are able to enter the territory. I have already informed Annabel that if she fears for her life, she can alert us and unlike in previous claimings, someone will come for her. All of you in her claiming have been rea*s*sessed but if you do not follow the rules, you will be eliminated. Any questions?”

When none are asked, he turns and escorts Annabel to the territory. At her request, I join her, holding her hand. “You’ll be okay, Annabel. We knew something was wrong with the Alpha in Layan’s claim before he ever went in. No one in your claim is showing any signs of going feral. Plus,” I say, giving a side eye to Alpha Antonio who is already pacing, wanting to claim Annabel, “you have a good Alpha intent on catching you.”

She turns to look at him and from the corner of my eye, I see him wink at her. She blushes and looks away as a soft smile graces her face. “Make him work for it, Annabel.”

“Yes, Alpha.” She says, hugging me before turning to face the claiming territory. She jogs into the territory and as with Mignon and Layan, I stand and watch until I can’t see her any longer.

“I’ve been very impressed with you, Alpha Jara.” Elder Jason says as we walk back to the stage. “I’ll be very interested to see who claims you and what great things you do once you are in your own pack.”

“Thank you Elder.” I say, as he goes to step back on the stage.

to announce that the rest of those who haven’t been rea*s*sessed need to sign up today. Only your

tell him and move to stand beside

those who are left must submit to a*s*sessment today

today like they did for the others

I say and Hana speaks out from the

one declines rea*s*sessment and the rest of the day is much like yesterday, with Hana and I a*s*sisting others as they finish

I help him. I really have no interest in helping him and I was hoping that he would fail, but we don’t always get what

Hana says to me, coming over

Hana, I requested Alpha Jara’s a*s*sistance.” He

busy, Alpha Typhon. I’m afraid it’s me or

starts to growl, but it cuts off quickly as he reaches up to

is on the field in front of the claiming territory, listening for sounds from Annabel, much like Beta Asher did before Mignon’s claiming. I told

third person comes into the room, not from Seth’s or Mason’s pack, Hana beckons

it up, Alpha. If you can’t share like everyone else, get out.” Mason

back and Hana puts her hand back on his head, reaching out to help the warrior that just came in. When the next person comes in, it’s time for Typhon to leave.

time.” He complains as Hana tells him his time

else, Alpha. And your time is up.” When Typhon refuses to move, Seth and Mason come to the couch where he is sitting,

you need a*s*sistance leaving, Typhon? We’d be happy to help you out.” Seth

standing and stomping

join the males in their dining hall for dinner. We sit with Mason, Seth,

we’re done, I subtly remind Mason that he has something to make up

in our usual

see you there in a few minutes.”