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Luna's Awakening CHAPTER 39
It wasn't until then that I finally woke up and realized I was lying in a small, dark cell. Heavy air hung low with the smell of damp rock, accompanied by a hint of something else: a scent both far too familiar, yet somehow too out of place to be captured by my memory. My body was sore all over from the traumatic experience of what Ryder had attempted with that ritual. Despite the pain, I made myself take in the scene around me.That's when I saw him—the mysterious wolf we had been trying to rescue. He was chained to the opposite wall, his fur matted and his body bearing signs of long captivity. But it was his eyes that caught my attention. They seemed to bore into me with an intensity that felt… familiar.“Aurora,” the wolf called out, his voice weak but carrying a tone that sent a shiver of recognition through me. “Aurora, is that really you?”With an effort, I struggled to my feet, my body aching. My heart was racing as I moved toward the wolf chained there.“Who are you?” I whispe
Luna's Awakening CHAPTER 40
The silence in the cell was deafening as Asher stood before us, his presence as unexpected as it was confusing. My thoughts were going fast, trying to understand why our group's next leader was here, in Ryder's protected place. Next to me, I could feel Aiden getting ready, prepared to act if needed.Asher shut the door behind him, looking at both Aiden and me. It was obvious he was struggling with something, and I couldn't stop myself from feeling both mad and puzzled.“What are you doing here, Asher?” I demanded, my voice trembling slightly. “Are you… are you working with Ryder?”Asher took a deep breath, his shoulders sagging slightly as if a great weight were being lifted. “No, Aurora. I'm not working with Ryder. At least, not in the way you think.”I felt Aiden shift beside me, his voice low and warning. “Be careful, Aurora. We can't trust him too quickly.”Asher's eyes flickered to Aiden, a look of recognition passing over his face. “You must be, Aiden. I've heard about you.”“Ex
Luna's Awakening CHAPTER 41
We dashed through the woods, and everything seemed like a fast-moving picture. We were running fast, trying to escape from Ryder. It felt great to be free, but I knew we had to stay careful. We weren't out of danger yet.Aiden was beside me, looking determined but also worn out. I was happy to see my brother again after such a very long time, but still, it was easy to notice that being held captive had changed him. He was running not as easily as before and was breathing heavily.Finally, Aiden caught his foot in one of those roots lying on the ground and was about to fall. I managed to catch his arm just in time and not to let him drop on the ground.“We need to go slower,” I said, really concerned about him. “Aiden's still weak from captivity.”Asher, who had been leading our small group, looked back with a worried frown. “We can't afford to stop completely. Ryder's men won't be far behind.”I agreed, realizing how serious our situation was. Suddenly, a thought came to me, so I shut
Luna's Awakening CHAPTER 42
“It's over, Ryder,” I shouted, amazed at how firm my voice sounded. “Whatever you're trying to do, we're here to put a stop to it.”A sinister laugh bounced through the open space, making me shiver. “Oh, sweet Aurora,” Ryder replied, sounding condescending. “You have no clue what I'm up to. The force I'm going to release will change everything. And you three? You're just tiny insects annoying a powerful being.”As he talked, the area near Ryder grew darker, with streams of darkness wrapping around him like moving smoke. I could sense the immense power coming from him, much more intense than anything I'd felt before. Whatever ceremony he had done had boosted his powers to an alarming level.“Now!” Asher's sharp command cut through my moment of fear.Instinctively, I reached for Aiden's energy, feeling our powers intertwine as they had in the cave. Light burst from our joined hands, coalescing into a shimmering shield just as Ryder unleashed a torrent of dark energy.The impact was stag
Luna's Awakening CHAPTER 43
The journey back to Blackstone territory felt longer than it should have. Each step I took away from where we faced Ryder felt heavy, like it was always reminding me of how close we came to disaster. The forest seemed quieter, almost like it was healing from the magical fight that had happened there.I walked beside Xander, drawing comfort from his steady presence. Aiden and Asher flanked us, with the rest of the pack spread out in a protective formation around the rescued prisoners. My gaze kept drifting back to the horizon, searching for any sign of the ominous energy I'd sensed after Ryder's escape.“Aurora?” Xander's voice pulled me from my thoughts. “We should make camp soon. Everyone's exhausted.”I nodded, realizing for the first time how the lengthening shadows had turned the forest dim. “You're right. Let's find a clearing.”We found a good place just as the sun was setting. While everyone was busy setting up the camp, I offered to take the first turn keeping watch. I couldn'
Luna's Awakening CHAPTER 44
The morning after my vision of Ryder's ritual, I found myself pacing in my room. Today was the day I'd formally introduce Aiden to the pack, and despite the looming threat of Ryder, I knew this couldn't be put off any longer. Aiden had to feel like he belonged with us if we were going to handle the challenges ahead as a team.I inhaled deeply, straightening my shirt while I checked myself in the mirror. The young woman looking back appeared weary, anxious, yet resolute. I knew I had to succeed, not just for Aiden but for everyone in our pack.Xander gently tapped on my door. “Are you prepared?” he inquired, his kind eyes catching mine in the mirror's reflection.I agreed, facing him directly. “As prepared as I can be. How's Aiden doing?”“Nervous,” Xander admitted. “But he's holding up. He understands how important this is.”Together, we made our way to the large clearing where pack gatherings were held. My heart raced as I saw the crowd that had already assembled. It seemed like ever
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The aftermath of the power surge Aiden and I experienced left us all shaken. As the pack dispersed, murmuring among themselves, Xander pulled us aside, his face etched with concern.“What happened out there?” he asked, his head turning from Aiden to me and back again.I shook my head, still trying to figure it out on my own. “I'm not certain,” I replied. “We were just practicing like always, and then. It was just like everything just clicked. The power just kept growing.”Aiden nodded, his face pale. “It felt different this time,” he added. “Like we tapped into something bigger than ourselves.”Xander frowned, his brow furrowed in thought. “We need to be careful,” he said finally. “This power could be the edge we need against Ryder, but it's also unpredictable. We don't want to put the pack at risk.”I agreed, seeing why he was worried. As we returned to the pack house, I felt a sense of urgency. Ryder was out there, scheming, and we needed all the help we could get.That night, due t
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The urgent howls broke through my restless sleep, startling me awake with a rush of energy. I jumped up and ran out the door before I even understood what was going on, my heart beating fast as I hurried towards the noise.I found Xander in the main room of the pack house, his face serious as he held a piece of paper. Seeing it made me feel cold inside – I knew for sure that this was the moment we had been afraid of.“What is it?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.Xander met my gaze, his eyes reflecting the gravity of the situation. “It's from Ryder,” he said, confirming my fears. “He's coming.”As if called by those words, pack members started rushing into the hall, their faces showing a blend of fear and resolve. I nodded to Xander, silently encouraging him to read the message out loud.Clearing his throat, Xander began to read:“To the misguided wolves of the Blackstone and Clearwater pack, and their foolish Alpha's, Aurora. The time you've been looking forward to has arriv
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