Silvertip Mountain Wishful thinking

Perfect!

Mason agreed they should do something, and suggested fishing. Steady wasn't all that great, but he would take a jab at it. Sounds like a good idea! They headed off in a comfortable silence until Mason began talking. Steady turned one ear in his direction to let him know he was listening. Steady already knew about Mason possibly becoming Beta, but he also knew Mason had no idea Steady had been promoted and they could be co-Betas. The dark male wondered how Mason would feel about it. They had gotten along so well that Steady just couldn't see any kind of an issue with it.

That was, until Mason mentioned Zaria and the conflict that was going on there. If Mason felt Beta belonged to him, as he did Alpha, would he want to co-lead with Steady? Would he feel Steady was taking it from him? Then Steady realized Mason was talking about him possibly being angry that Mason could be promoted over him.

They reached the lake, and Steady stopped, facing Mason. Taking a deep breath, Steady decided his nephew needed to know the whole truth. He chuckled a bit, thinking about the situation. Well, I certainly wouldn't be mad, seeing as how I was just promoted to Beta, he began, letting Mason digest that thought before continuing. Fitz and Zaria have decided that the Beta pair doesn't have to be mated, or one male or one female. Fitz feels we're both worthy of the position, and would like us to be co-Betas, he explained, his expression hopeful that Mason would take this well. He didn't mention Zaria's apprehension about Mason being promoted. I know how you feel about Zaria- that she took something from you. But, I really think you should focus on what could be now instead of what might have been then. You have so many opportunities available to you, he said, pausing for a moment. Your father may lead alongside his mate, and, yes, that does mean you won't lead beside him. But, what about becoming Beta and getting that leadership experience and then starting your own pack when you're ready? Maybe even... he thought for a moment. Maybe even having neighboring packs to each other. He hoped Mason could see just what he could become if he let go of some of the things holding him back. He was a smart wolf with a good head on his shoulders. Steady could see the potential in him. He just wanted Mason to see it for himself.