Silvertip Mountain The Beta Announcement

Mason’s mud-drizzled ears pricked up as he lay some unmeasurable distance away. His pale grey form lifted itself from the floor to look up at the sky, cupping his ears towards that sound. His father’s balmy voice. Pride flooded through him, as well as excitement. It was official. They were Beta-bros.
 
Mason looked around, as though expecting Steady to be there sharing in his joy. They would find each other soon enough.
 
Whilst most wolves apparently had doubts about Mason’s capabilities, the boy wholeheartedly approved of his Uncle’s promotion, and he felt nothing but pride for Steady too.
 
One of the first voices to join his Dad, as it should be, Mason lifted his muzzle and joined the call of congratulation. Not for himself, but for Sted.